GOVERNMENT PSU JOBS: 16 POSITIONS IN TRAVEL & TOURISM - APPLY NOW 2026

ABOUT Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. stands as a distinguished Miniratna-1 public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Government of India. With a legacy of excellence spanning decades, the organization operates as a professionally managed, multi-location, and multi-business conglomerate. The company maintains a strong presence across both manufacturing and services sectors, demonstrating a consistent track record of growth and sustained profitability. Balmer Lawrie has earned its reputation through unwavering commitment to high standards of customer service, innovative business outlook, and dedicated human resource management, enabling it to achieve leadership positions across multiple business segments. The organization's extensive portfolio includes market-leading positions in Steel Barrel manufacturing, Industrial Greases and Specialty Lubricants, Tours and Travel services, and Logistics operations. Additionally, the company maintains significant operational presence in Chemicals, Logistics Infrastructure, Refinery and Oil Field Services (ROFS), and Cold Chain management. This diversified approach has made Balmer Lawrie a trusted partner for government, private sector, and international clients alike. DESCRIPTIONS The Travel & Vacations SBU represents a cornerstone of Balmer Lawrie's growth strategy. This dynamic team comprises over 300 years of combined experience in ticketing and holiday operations. The SBU operates with ambitious expansion objectives, driving innovation across domestic and international travel markets. Selected candidates join a 3-year fixed-term contract, working with prestigious government, private sector, and multinational clients on end-to-end travel management, visa coordination, corporate travel policies, and customer service excellence across multiple Indian locations. APPLY FOR – POST NAMES Balmer Lawrie Travel & Vacations division is recruiting across 16 distinct positions. These include: Junior Officer and Officer roles in Visa Processing, Officers in Travel Operations, Assistant Manager positions in Travel Management, Sales Officers specializing in MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions), Junior Officers in Sales and Operations, and Senior Sales Managers. Each position targets specific career levels, from freshers to experienced professionals with 4+ years in the travel domain. VACANCIES 📌 Total Positions Available: 16 Across Multiple Roles Approximate Breakdown by Category: General Category (UR): 50-60% of positions OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 25-30% of positions Scheduled Caste (SC): 5-7% of positions Scheduled Tribe (ST): 3-5% of positions Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 3-5% of positions Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): As per Government guidelines Ex-Servicemen: Eligible under applicable government regulations Note: Final allocation follows Government of India's mandatory reservation policy for public sector undertakings and depends on applications received and merit-based shortlisting. 📅 IMPORTANT DATES Application Submission Opens: 18th February 2026 (10:00 AM) Application Submission Closes: 13th March 2026 (11:59 PM) Eligibility Cut-Off Date: 13th March 2026 Expected Interview Timeline: April-May 2026 (Indicative) Contract Duration: 3 Years Fixed-Term Maximum Age Limit: 30 years (Junior Officer/Officer level); 32 years (Assistant Manager level); No candidate beyond 58 years shall be engaged Age Relaxation Available: 5 years for SC/ST candidates; 3 years for OBC (NCL); 10 years for PwBD; Additional relaxations for Ex-Servicemen as per government rules 🎓 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Educational Qualifications: Junior Officer / Officer Positions: Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) in any discipline. Freshers eligible for FTO-1 Visa positions. FTO-2 Visa role requires 2 years visa processing experience. Travel roles require 2 years post-graduation travel domain experience. Assistant Manager Positions: Either MTM or equivalent, MBA, or Graduate Engineer degree with 2 years experience; OR Bachelor's Degree with 4 years post-qualification experience in travel operations. Experience Requirements: Entry-Level: Freshers may apply for Junior Officer positions with bachelor's degree. Intermediate (2-4 Years): Visa processing, travel ticketing, GDS operations, hotel/cab bookings, international ticketing, corporate travel management experience preferred. Senior Roles (4+ Years): Assistant Manager positions require 2 years post-MBA or 4 years post-bachelor's degree in travel operations. Preferred Qualifications: IATA certification, Diploma/Certificate in Travel and Tourism, GDS operation experience, international and domestic ticketing experience, corporate travel management background, sales experience in travel industry. Academic Recognition: All qualifications must be UGC/AICTE recognized from accredited institutes. UGC-approved ODL programs accepted. AICTE recognition mandatory for management ODL courses. APPLICATION FEES No Application Fee: Balmer Lawrie does not charge any application or registration fee from candidates. The entire recruitment process is completely free for all applicants across all categories. Candidates should exercise caution regarding fake recruitment websites or fraudulent agents claiming to charge fees on behalf of the organization. WHY THIS JOB IS IMPORTANT The Travel and Tourism sector represents one of India's fastest-growing employment domains. Working with a government enterprise like Balmer Lawrie provides career stability, social security, and professional development opportunities unavailable in private sector travel companies. The fixed-term contract structure offers a guaranteed employment period with clear performance metrics and promotion potential. For candidates aspiring to work in the travel industry while maintaining government job security benefits, this represents a rare convergence opportunity. The multi-location presence ensures geographic flexibility and pan-India career mobility, valuable for candidates seeking relocation opportunities.

WHY PEOPLE WANT THIS JOB Candidates are attracted to Balmer Lawrie's Travel SBU positions for compelling reasons. First, the organization's 300+ years of combined team experience offers exceptional learning in travel operations, international ticketing, and corporate travel management. Second, employment with a Miniratna-1 PSU provides job security, pension eligibility, and government statutory benefits unavailable in private companies. Third, the 3-year fixed contract allows candidates to build focused travel domain expertise. Fourth, multiple position levels provide clear vertical advancement. Fifth, for freshers, this offers accelerated entry into professional travel operations without prior industry experience. Finally, the Pan-India location structure and high-profile client base (government and multinational corporations) offer unparalleled exposure to complex travel logistics and international tourism management.