Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) – Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath, a Govt. of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for engagement of Graduate and Diploma Apprentices. A total of 48 vacancies are available across 14 streams including Arts, Commerce, Science, Computer Applications, Business Administration and various Engineering diplomas. Applications are accepted offline only and must reach MTPF, Ambarnath on or before 04.09.2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Graduate Apprentice & Diploma Apprentice (14 streams — see Vacancy Details below) |
| Organization | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) – Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India Enterprise |
| Advertisement No. | Not specified in notification (no advertisement/reference number is printed anywhere in the official PDF; also not listed separately on avnl.co.in’s own notifications page) |
| Location | MTPF, Ambarnath, Dist. Thane, Maharashtra — open to Indian nationals All India / Central Govt, no domicile restriction |
| Total Vacancies | 48 (UR-27, SC-5, ST-4, OBC-12, EWS-5; PwBD(OH)-1) |
| Qualification | Graduate degree or Diploma in the relevant stream, completed during 2022–2026 (stream-wise breakup below) |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years at engagement; maximum age as specified for each post — full relaxation details in Eligibility Criteria below |
| Selection Process | Screening of Applications → Written Test / Interview and Practical → Merit List |
| Pay Scale | ₹18,000/month (Graduate Apprentice) or ₹16,200/month (Diploma Apprentice) stipend |
| How to Apply | Offline only — send the filled Annexure-A application form by post to MTPF, Ambarnath |
| Official Notification | Download Notification & Application Form (PDF) |
| Official Website | avnl.co.in (applications by post — no online portal) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Receipt of Offline Application at MTPF, Ambarnath | 04.09.2026 |
Note: The notification does not print a separate advertisement/release date — only the application deadline above is stated.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | Not specified in notification (no application fee mentioned for this offline engagement) |
Vacancy Details
| Stream | Total | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | PH-OH | PH-HH | PH-VH |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arts | 04 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Commerce | 08 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | – | – | – |
| Science | 10 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | – | – |
| Computer Applications | 04 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Business Administration | 05 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – |
| Hotel Management | 01 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| BMS | 02 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| BAF | 02 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Social Work | 02 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Bachelor of Design | 02 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Electrical Engg. Diploma | 01 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Electronics Engg. Diploma | 01 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – |
| Mechanical Engg. (Diploma) | 04 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – |
| Mechanical Engg. | 02 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | – | – | – |
| TOTAL | 48 | 27 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 5 | 1 | – | – |
Figures reproduced exactly as printed in the official notification. Category-column totals (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) tie out correctly to the grand total of 48; for a handful of streams (Commerce, Science, Business Administration, Mechanical Engg. and Mechanical Engg. Diploma) the printed row-level “Total Vacancies” figure doesn’t arithmetically add up to that row’s own category split — this is exactly how the source notification prints it. Please cross-check the official notification if you need the precise per-stream figure.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Graduate degree or Diploma in the relevant stream (Arts, Commerce, Science, Computer Applications, Business Administration, Hotel Management, BMS, BAF, Social Work, Bachelor of Design, or Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering Diploma/Degree), completed during 2022–2026 |
| Age Limit | Minimum 18 years at the time of engagement; maximum age as specified for each post for Unreserved category |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India directives for SC/ST/OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)/PwBD/EWS candidates — exact number of relaxation years is not printed in this notification; reserved-category candidates applying against an unreserved post are treated as General category with no relaxation |
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals can apply |
| Application Restriction | Offline mode only — application must be sent by post; no online submission is accepted for this recruitment |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening of Applications | A Screening Committee screens all applications submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-A) with complete details and required enclosures. AVNL-MTPF may raise the minimum eligibility criteria if it receives a large number of eligible applicants. |
| 2. Written Test / Interview and Practical | Selection is made using any of these methods/procedures as decided by the Company — Written Test, or Interview and Practical. The process is tentative and may vary depending on the number of applicants and the Company’s administrative/business requirements. No TA/DA is payable for attending. |
| 3. Merit List & Result | Selection is based on merit; if two candidates score the same marks, the one older in age (by date of birth) is placed higher in the merit list. Final results are published only on the AVNL website (avnl.co.in) — there is no separate/individual communication to non-selected candidates. |
| 4. Verification & Medical Fitness | Selected candidates undergo verification of character/antecedents and caste certificate (for reserved categories), a medical fitness examination by an Asst. Civil Surgeon of a Govt. Hospital/CGHS-recognised hospital, and must obtain a Police Verification Report (PVR) — a pre-condition for joining. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stipend – Graduate Apprentice | ₹18,000 per month |
| Stipend – Diploma Apprentice | ₹16,200 per month |
| Nature of Engagement | Purely temporary apprenticeship — not against any permanent vacancy; does not entitle the candidate to claim regular/permanent employment, benefit, compensation, absorption or regularisation at AVNL |
| TA/DA | Not admissible for attending the Test/Interview |
How to Apply
- Download the notification and take a printout of the application form given at Annexure-A.
- Fill in the form in block letters, paste a recent passport-size photograph, and complete the educational-qualification table (10th class onwards).
- Sign the declaration and attach self-attested copies of: proof of date of birth (Matriculation certificate/birth certificate), educational mark sheets and degree certificates, and caste/category certificate (if applying under a reserved category).
- Send the completed application by post so it reaches “The Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ordnance Estate, Ambarnath, Dist–Thane, Maharashtra, Pin – 421 502” on or before 04.09.2026.
- Keep a copy of the filled application and enclosures for your own records, and watch avnl.co.in for any corrigendum or update.
Note: This recruitment accepts offline (postal) applications only — there is no online application portal or e-mail submission option.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Passport-size photograph | Recent, to be pasted on the application form (Annexure-A) |
| Proof of Date of Birth | Matriculation/School certificate or Birth certificate |
| Educational certificates | Mark sheets and degree/diploma certificates from 10th class onwards |
| Caste/Category certificate | Required only for SC/ST/OBC(Non-Creamy Layer)/EWS/PwBD candidates, in the prescribed Government of India format |
| Valid photo ID | Original Aadhaar Card (or equivalent), required at interview/medical/joining stage — not for the initial postal application |
| Police Verification Report (PVR) | A pre-condition for joining; obtained by the candidate before joining, not required at the application stage |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification & Application Form (PDF) |
| Official Website (AVNL) |
| Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
Note: There is no separate “Apply Online” link for this recruitment — applications go by post only (see How to Apply above).
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- This is an offline-only recruitment — there is no online application portal, so don’t wait for one to appear; your application must physically reach MTPF by post.
- Incomplete applications, or those not in the prescribed Annexure-A format or missing required enclosures, will be summarily rejected with no further correspondence entertained.
- OBC candidates belonging to the creamy layer must apply as General/Unreserved category and only against unreserved vacancies.
- Reserved-category candidates applying against an unreserved (UR) post are treated as General category and get no age or other relaxation.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the Test/Interview — factor this into your planning before applying.
- Keep your registered e-mail ID and mobile number active and unchanged for at least the next one year, since all future communication from AVNL will be by e-mail only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Offline applications must reach MTPF, Ambarnath on or before 04.09.2026.
How many vacancies are there in this AVNL apprentice recruitment?
There are 48 vacancies across 14 Graduate and Diploma streams at MTPF, Ambarnath.
What is the eligibility for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
A Graduate degree or Diploma in the relevant stream completed between 2022 and 2026, and a minimum age of 18 years.
What is the stipend for AVNL Graduate and Diploma Apprentices?
Graduate Apprentices receive ₹18,000 per month and Diploma Apprentices receive ₹16,200 per month.
How can I apply for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
Only offline — post the filled Annexure-A application form with required documents to the Chief General Manager, MTPF, Ambarnath.
What is the selection process for AVNL apprentice engagement?
Screening of applications followed by a Written Test or Interview and Practical, with final selection based on merit.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for this apprentice engagement.
Is this apprentice engagement a permanent job?
No — it is purely temporary and does not entitle candidates to claim regular or permanent employment at AVNL.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
