AVNL Recruitment 2026 & Indian Army NCC Special Entry (125th Course) – Notification, Eligibility & Apply Online
Two live Defence-sector recruitment notifications in one place — Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited’s Fixed Term Employment drive (1213 posts) and the Indian Army’s NCC Special Entry Scheme for Short Service Commission (70 posts). Full details, official links and important dates below.
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AVNL Recruitment 2026 — Junior Technician to Consultant (1213 Posts)
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) | Fixed Term Employment | HVF, OFMK, EFA, MTPF, VFJ & other units
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AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 — Engagement of Consultant / Additional General Manager / Deputy General Manager / Senior Manager / Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager / Junior Manager and Junior Technicians on Fixed Term Employment.
Total Post
Name of the Post & Details
Non-Executive Posts — Junior Technician (across HVF, OFMK, EFA, MTPF units):
| # | Trade / Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Electrician | 84 |
| 2 | Electronic Mechanic | 69 |
| 3 | Electroplater | 04 |
| 4 | Fitter (General) | 400 |
| 5 | Foundrymen | 31 |
| 6 | Forger & Heat Treater | 02 |
| 7 | Machinist | 216 |
| 8 | Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | 23 |
| 9 | OMHE at Raw Material Handling Plant | 66 |
| 10 | Painter (General) | 10 |
| 11 | Quality Assurance Assistant | 44 |
| 12 | Rigger | 01 |
| 13 | Welder | 55 |
| Total — Non-Executive | 1005 | |
Executive Posts — Junior Manager to Consultant:
| # | Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Junior Manager (Electrical) | 18 |
| 15 | Junior Manager (Electronics) | 30 |
| 16 | Junior Manager (Human Resources) | 08 |
| 17 | Junior Manager (Mechanical) | 92 |
| 18 | Junior Manager (Metallurgy) | 08 |
| 19 | Junior Manager (Official Language) | 04 |
| 20 | Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | 03 |
| 21 | Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | 02 |
| 22 | Assistant Manager (Finance) | 02 |
| 23 | Assistant Manager (Civil) | 01 |
| 24 | Assistant Manager (Company Secretary) | 01 |
| 25 | Deputy Manager (Mechanical) | 13 |
| 26 | Deputy Manager (Electrical) | 02 |
| 27 | Deputy Manager (Electronics) | 06 |
| 28 | Deputy Manager (Information Technology) | 03 |
| 29 | Deputy Manager (Marketing) | 07 |
| 30 | Deputy Manager (Public Relations & Corp. Comm.) | 01 |
| 31 | Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | 01 |
| 32 | Consultant (Finance & Audit) | 01 |
| 33 | Additional General Manager (Business Development) | 02 |
| 34 | Deputy General Manager (Company Secretary) | 01 |
| 35 | Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | 01 |
| 36 | Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | 01 |
| Total — Executive | 208 | |
View full unit-wise & category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) vacancy break-up
| Post Name | Unit | UR | SC | ST | OBC-NCL | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | HVF | 15 | 06 | – | 08 | 03 | 32 |
| Electrician | OFMK | 22 | 08 | 03 | 14 | 05 | 52 |
| Electronic Mechanic | HVF | 19 | 07 | – | 10 | 04 | 40 |
| Electronic Mechanic | OFMK | 14 | 04 | 02 | 07 | 02 | 29 |
| Electroplater | HVF | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| Electroplater | EFA | 03 | – | – | – | – | 03 |
| Fitter (General) | HVF | 61 | 24 | 01 | 36 | 12 | 134 |
| Fitter (General) | EFA | 05 | 01 | – | 03 | 01 | 10 |
| Fitter (General) | OFMK | 102 | 40 | 18 | 68 | 25 | 253 |
| Fitter (General) | MTPF | 03 | – | – | – | – | 03 |
| Foundrymen | HVF | 02 | – | – | – | – | 02 |
| Foundrymen | OFMK | 14 | 04 | 02 | 07 | 02 | 29 |
| Forger & Heat Treater | OFMK | 02 | – | – | – | – | 02 |
| Machinist | HVF | 36 | 14 | – | 21 | 07 | 78 |
| Machinist | EFA | 03 | 02 | – | 03 | 01 | 09 |
| Machinist | OFMK | 44 | 14 | 06 | 26 | 09 | 99 |
| Machinist | MTPF | 16 | 04 | 01 | 07 | 02 | 30 |
| Mech. Machine Tool Maint. | HVF | 02 | – | – | – | – | 02 |
| Mech. Machine Tool Maint. | OFMK | 10 | 03 | 01 | 05 | 02 | 21 |
| OMHE (Raw Material Handling) | HVF | 26 | 02 | 07 | 12 | 06 | 53 |
| OMHE (Raw Material Handling) | OFMK | 07 | 02 | – | 03 | 01 | 13 |
| Painter (General) | HVF | 04 | – | – | 01 | – | 05 |
| Painter (General) | OFMK | 04 | – | – | 01 | – | 05 |
| Quality Assurance Assistant | HVF | 04 | – | – | – | – | 04 |
| Quality Assurance Assistant | OFMK | 15 | 07 | 03 | 11 | 04 | 40 |
| Rigger | HVF | 01 | – | – | – | – | 01 |
| Welder | HVF | 08 | 03 | – | 04 | 01 | 16 |
| Welder | OFMK | 18 | 06 | 02 | 10 | 03 | 39 |
| Non-Executive Total | 461 | 151 | 46 | 257 | 90 | 1005 | |
| Executive Total (all Jr Mgr–Consultant posts) | 130 | 20 | 06 | 39 | 13 | 208 | |
Horizontal reservation (VH/HH/OH/MD/Ex-SM): 11 VH, 10 HH, 09 OH, 09 MD & 108 Ex-Servicemen seats are additionally earmarked within the above totals. Refer official notification for post-wise disability-category mapping.
Educational Qualification
| Post Category | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician (all 13 trades) | NTC / NAC in the relevant trade issued by NCVT |
| Junior Manager (Mechanical) / Deputy Manager (Mechanical) | B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Electronics) / Deputy Manager (Electronics) | B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Electrical) / Deputy Manager (Electrical) | B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Metallurgy) | B.E. / B.Tech in Metallurgy Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager / Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E. / B.Tech in CSE / IT / Software Engg. / AI & ML / Electronics & Comm. or equivalent |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | Graduate + MBA (HR), or PG Diploma/Degree in HR, PM&IR, Personnel Mgmt., Industrial Relations or Social Work (2 yrs) |
| Junior Manager (Official Language) | Degree with 1-year Diploma in Hindi/Hindi Translation, or M.A. in Hindi/Hindi Translation |
| Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | Graduate Degree in Commerce / Economics |
| Assistant Manager (Civil) | B.E. / B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | Graduate + MBA (Finance), or PG Diploma/Degree in Finance & Accounts (2 yrs) |
| Assistant Manager (Company Secretary) | Graduate Degree + Company Secretary qualification with ACS/FCS membership of ICSI |
| Deputy Manager (Information Technology) | B.E. / B.Tech in CSE / IT / Software Engg. / Computer Systems or related discipline |
| Deputy Manager (Marketing) | Graduate Degree + MBA in Marketing Management |
| Deputy Manager (PR & Corporate Communication) | Post Graduate Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication |
| Consultant (Finance & Audit) | Chartered Accountant with 10 years’ experience in Finance/Audit in Govt./PSU |
| Additional GM (Business Development) | Retired Colonel (Armoured Corps/Ordnance/Infantry) with 15 years’ relevant experience |
| Deputy GM (Company Secretary) | Graduate + ACS/FCS (ICSI), min. 9 years’ service incl. 3 years in a Ratna-category PSU |
| Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | B.E./B.Tech in Cyber Security/CSE/IT or MCA with relevant Cyber Security experience |
| Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | Science/Engg./Tech. degree + 6 years’ experience + registered Patent Agent (CGPDTM) |
Age Limit (as on closing date, 25 Jul 2026)
| Post Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager | Up to 30 years (maximum 55 years with all applicable relaxations) |
| Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, Consultant | Below 65 years (inclusive of all relaxations) |
Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD, and as per Govt. guidelines for Ex-Servicemen.
Job Location
- Tamil Nadu: Heavy Vehicles Factory & D2C-HVF, Avadi (Chennai); Engine Factory Avadi (EFA)
- Telangana: Ordnance Factory Medak (OFMK) & D2C-OFMK
- Madhya Pradesh: Vehicle Factory Jabalpur (VFJ)
- Maharashtra: Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ambernath (MTPF) & IOLAM
- Others: AVNL Corporate Office (Avadi), Liaison Offices at New Delhi & Pune
Selecting an option for ALL units where a post is available is mandatory to complete the application.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC-NCL | ₹300/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen (XSM) / Female | Nil (Exempted) |
Payment mode: Online only, via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI.
Application Mode
Online only, through the AVNL careers portal at avnl.co.in. No physical/postal application is accepted.
Selection Process
- Junior Technician: Computer Based Test (CBT, 100 marks) → Trade Test (qualifying) — final merit based solely on CBT marks.
- Junior Manager / Assistant Manager / Deputy Manager: CBT (85% weightage) → Interview (15% weightage).
- Senior Manager / DGM / AGM / Consultant: No written test — selection via Presentation, Experience & Interview only.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application | 11 July 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date of Online Application | 25 July 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Date of Examination (CBT) | To be notified on official website |
NCC Special Entry Scheme — 125th Course (Apr 2027): SSC (NCC)-125 for Men
Short Service Commission (Non-Tech) | Including Wards of Battle Casualties of Army Personnel | Officers Training Academy, Chennai
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SSC (NCC)-125 — NCC Special Entry Scheme, 125th Course (April 2027), Short Service Commission (Non-Tech) for unmarried male graduates, including Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army personnel.
Total Post
Name of the Post & Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Type of Entry | NCC Special Entry Scheme, Short Service Commission (Non-Tech), Men |
| Open For | Unmarried male graduates (including Wards of Battle Casualties) |
| Rank on Commissioning | Lieutenant |
| Type of Commission | Short Service Commission (10 years, extendable by 4 years) |
| Option for Permanent Commission | After 10 years of service |
| Pre-Commission Training Academy | Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai — 49 weeks |
| Primary Arms / Service | All Arms & Services of the Indian Army |
Educational Qualification
| Category | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Academic | Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) from a recognised University. Final-year students may apply, subject to completing the degree before course commencement. |
| NCC Requirement | Minimum 2/3 years’ service in Senior Division/Wing of NCC, with at least ‘B’ Grade in the NCC ‘C’ Certificate exam (Provisional ‘C’ Certificate not accepted at SSB) |
| Wards of Battle Casualties | Same educational qualification; NCC ‘C’ Certificate NOT mandatory for this category |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2027) |
|---|---|
| NCC Candidates (incl. Wards of Battle Casualties) | 19 to 25 years — born between 02 Jan 2002 and 01 Jan 2008 (both dates inclusive) |
Job Location
- Training: Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai — 49-week pre-commission training
- SSB Centres: Prayagraj (UP), Bhopal (MP), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jalandhar (Punjab)
- Posting on Commissioning: Anywhere in India / abroad, across all Arms & Services of the Indian Army
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No application fee specified in the official notification for this entry |
Application Mode
Online only, through www.joinindianarmy.nic.in → “Officer Entry Application/Login”. No hard copy is to be sent to the Directorate General of Recruiting.
Selection Process
Application → Shortlisting (Bonus Marks on NCC ‘C’ Cert. + Graduation %) → SSB (2 stages) → Medical → Merit List → Joining Letter.
- Bonus marks: up to 50 for NCC ‘C’ Certificate grading (A = 50, B = 25) + up to 50 for graduation percentage
- SSB interview duration: up to 5 days; candidates failing Stage I are released the same day
- Stipend during OTA training: ₹56,100 per month; approx. CTC on commissioning: ₹17–18 lakh per annum
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Opens | 20 July 2026 (1500 hrs) |
| Last Date of Online Application | 20 August 2026 (1500 hrs) |
| Shortlisting for SSB (tentative) | First week of September 2026 |
| Date of SSB Interview (likely) | November / December 2026 (max. 5 days) |
| Course Commencement at OTA | April 2027 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the total number of vacancies in AVNL Recruitment 2026??
AVNL has notified 1213 total posts under Advertisement No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 — 1005 Non-Executive (Junior Technician trades across 13 disciplines) and 208 Executive posts (Junior Manager to Consultant).
What is the last date to apply for AVNL Recruitment??
The online application window opened on 11 July 2026 and closes on 25 July 2026 at 11:55 PM. Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day.
What is the application fee for AVNL posts??
General, EWS and OBC-NCL candidates must pay ₹300/- online. SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen (XSM) and Female candidates are exempted from the fee.
What is the age limit for the NCC Special Entry Scheme, 125th Course??
Candidates must be between 19 and 25 years of age as on 1 January 2027 — born between 2 January 2002 and 1 January 2008 (both dates inclusive).
Is the NCC ‘C’ Certificate mandatory for NCC Special Entry??
Yes, a minimum of ‘B’ Grade in the NCC ‘C’ Certificate exam is required for general NCC candidates. It is not mandatory for Wards of Battle Casualties of Indian Army personnel.
What is the selection process for AVNL Junior Technician posts??
A Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks, followed by a qualifying Trade Test. The final merit list for Junior Technician posts is based solely on CBT marks.
When will SSB interviews be conducted for the NCC 125th Course??
Shortlisting is tentatively planned for the first week of September 2026, with SSB interviews (up to 5 days) likely in November/December 2026 at Prayagraj, Bhopal, Bengaluru or Jalandhar.
Can a candidate apply for both SSC (NT) CDSE and NCC Special Entry-125 in the same cycle??
No. As per the notification, a candidate may appear for the SSB interview of only one of the two — either SSC (NT) (Men)-125 as a CDSE candidate, or NCC (Special) Entry-125 (Men). An undertaking to this effect is required in the online application.