Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited, a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has invited online applications from eligible Indian citizens for Executive and Non-Executive positions.
AVNL manufactures Main Battle Tanks, Infantry Combat Vehicles, support vehicles and defence mobility solutions for the Indian Armed Forces and domestic security agencies. Its manufacturing units and offices are situated in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.
The largest portion of the recruitment is for Junior Technician positions. A total of 1,005 vacancies are available across 13 technical trades, including Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Fitter, Machinist, Welder, Foundryman and Quality Assurance Assistant.
The remaining 208 vacancies are available for engineering, human resources, finance, marketing, artificial intelligence, company secretarial, cyber security, intellectual property and other Executive functions.
All appointments under this advertisement are on a Fixed Term Employment basis. The initial contract period is one year and may be extended for another three years, taking the normal maximum tenure to four years. AVNL may provide an additional extension depending on organisational requirements and the candidate’s performance. This recruitment does not provide an automatic right to regular employment in AVNL.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited |
| Administrative Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Advertisement Number | AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 |
| Post Names | Junior Technician, Junior Manager and other Executive posts |
| Total Vacancies | 1,213 |
| Junior Technician Vacancies | 1,005 |
| Executive Vacancies | 208 |
| Employment Type | Fixed Term Employment |
| Initial Contract Period | One year |
| Maximum Normal Contract Period | Up to four years, subject to extension |
| Application Method | Online |
| Online Application Starting Date | 11 July 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Extended Last Date | 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM |
| Selection Process | CBT, Trade Test or Interview, document verification and medical examination |
| Official Website | avnl.co.in |
The vacancy count, employment type and unit-wise distribution are stated in the detailed recruitment notice. The extended deadline is separately confirmed on the official AVNL website.
AVNL Junior Technician Vacancy 2026 Trade-Wise Details
AVNL has announced 1,005 Junior Technician vacancies across 13 technical trades. Fitter General has the highest number of openings with 400 posts, followed by Machinist with 216 posts.
| Junior Technician Trade | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Electrician | 84 |
| Electronic Mechanic | 69 |
| Electroplater | 4 |
| Fitter General | 400 |
| Foundryman | 31 |
| Forger and Heat Treater | 2 |
| Machinist | 216 |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | 23 |
| OMHE at Raw Material Handling Plant | 66 |
| Painter General | 10 |
| Quality Assurance Assistant | 44 |
| Rigger | 1 |
| Welder | 55 |
| Total Junior Technician Posts | 1,005 |
The above totals have been compiled from the unit-wise and category-wise vacancy table published in the recruitment notice.
AVNL Executive Vacancy 2026 Post-Wise Details
A total of 208 vacancies are available in the Executive category. Junior Manager Mechanical has the largest share with 92 vacancies.
| Executive Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Manager – Electrical | 18 |
| Junior Manager – Electronics | 30 |
| Junior Manager – Human Resources | 8 |
| Junior Manager – Mechanical | 92 |
| Junior Manager – Metallurgy | 8 |
| Junior Manager – Official Language | 4 |
| Junior Manager – Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| Junior Manager – Finance and Accounts | 2 |
| Assistant Manager – Finance | 2 |
| Assistant Manager – Civil | 1 |
| Assistant Manager – Company Secretary | 1 |
| Deputy Manager – Mechanical | 13 |
| Deputy Manager – Electrical | 2 |
| Deputy Manager – Electronics | 6 |
| Deputy Manager – Information Technology | 3 |
| Deputy Manager – Marketing | 7 |
| Deputy Manager – Public Relations and Corporate Communication | 1 |
| Deputy Manager – Artificial Intelligence | 1 |
| Senior Manager – Cyber Security | 1 |
| Senior Manager – Intellectual Property | 1 |
| Deputy General Manager – Company Secretary | 1 |
| Additional General Manager – Business Development | 2 |
| Consultant – Finance and Audit | 1 |
| Total Executive Posts | 208 |
The total number of vacancies is provisional. AVNL may increase, decrease, restrict or cancel vacancies depending on organisational requirements.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Category-Wise Vacancies
| Category | Junior Technician | Executive Posts | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved | 461 | 130 | 591 |
| Scheduled Caste | 151 | 20 | 171 |
| Scheduled Tribe | 46 | 6 | 52 |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | 257 | 39 | 296 |
| Economically Weaker Section | 90 | 13 | 103 |
| Total | 1,005 | 208 | 1,213 |
Horizontal reservation is also provided for eligible persons with benchmark disabilities and Ex-Servicemen. The Junior Technician vacancy table includes 108 horizontally reserved Ex-Servicemen positions.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Location-Wise Vacancy Details
The vacancies are distributed among AVNL units in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh. The following state-wise figures have been compiled from the unit-wise vacancy distribution in the official notice.
| State and Job Location | Major AVNL Units | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Tamil Nadu – Avadi and Chennai | AVNL Corporate Office, HVF, EFA, D2C-HVF and IOL Avadi | 571 |
| Telangana – Medak | Ordnance Factory Medak and D2C-OFMK | 605 |
| Maharashtra – Ambernath | MTPF and AVNL Institute of Learning Ambernath | 36 |
| Madhya Pradesh – Jabalpur | Vehicle Factory Jabalpur | 1 |
| Total | 1,213 |
Candidates may be posted at the unit or office selected by AVNL. Selection of options for all units where the chosen post is available is mandatory while completing the online application.
AVNL Junior Technician Unit-Wise Vacancy Details
| AVNL Unit | Junior Technician Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Heavy Vehicles Factory, Avadi | 368 |
| Engine Factory Avadi | 22 |
| Ordnance Factory Medak | 582 |
| Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ambernath | 33 |
| Total | 1,005 |
These figures include all notified Junior Technician trades and reservation categories within the respective units.
AVNL Junior Technician Job Description
Junior Technicians will be engaged in the manufacturing, assembly, testing, inspection, repair and maintenance of armoured vehicles, defence equipment, engines, machinery and related components.
The exact responsibilities will depend on the trade and unit of appointment. Junior Technicians may work in production shops, maintenance sections, quality-control departments, material-handling areas, foundries or equipment-testing facilities.
The work may involve operating industrial machinery, reading technical drawings, following production specifications, checking component quality and complying with workplace safety procedures.
AVNL Junior Manager Job Description
Junior Managers will assist senior officers in engineering, production, finance, administration, human resources, technology and other departmental activities.
Engineering Junior Managers may be involved in product development, manufacturing support, quality improvement, technical documentation and project coordination.
Junior Managers in Human Resources, Finance, Official Language and Artificial Intelligence will perform duties connected with their respective professional disciplines.
AVNL Assistant Manager Job Description
Assistant Managers will handle departmental responsibilities in Civil Engineering, Finance and Company Secretarial functions.
Their duties may include project supervision, financial planning, compliance reporting, corporate documentation, contractor coordination and assisting senior management with departmental decisions.
AVNL Deputy Manager Job Description
Deputy Managers will perform technical and managerial responsibilities in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Information Technology, Marketing, Public Relations and Artificial Intelligence functions.
The role may involve supervising projects, coordinating teams, reviewing technical proposals, managing vendors, preparing reports and supporting organisational decision-making.
AVNL Senior Management and Consultant Job Description
Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager and Consultant positions require specialised professional knowledge and relevant experience.
Selected candidates may be responsible for cyber security, intellectual-property management, company-secretarial compliance, defence business development, finance and audit.
These senior positions will involve policy implementation, departmental leadership, regulatory compliance and strategic decision-making.
AVNL Junior Technician Educational Qualifications Required
Candidates applying for Junior Technician posts must possess an NTC or NAC in the relevant trade, issued by the National Council for Vocational Training.
| Junior Technician Trade | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Electrician | NTC/NAC in Electrician trade |
| Electronic Mechanic | NTC/NAC in Electronic Mechanic trade |
| Electroplater | NTC/NAC in the relevant Electroplater trade |
| Fitter General | NTC/NAC in Fitter trade |
| Foundryman | NTC/NAC in Foundryman trade |
| Forger and Heat Treater | NTC/NAC in the relevant trade |
| Machinist | NTC/NAC in Machinist trade |
| Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance | NTC/NAC in the relevant maintenance trade |
| OMHE at Raw Material Handling Plant | NTC/NAC in the relevant notified trade |
| Painter General | NTC/NAC in Painter General trade |
| Quality Assurance Assistant | NTC/NAC in the relevant notified trade |
| Rigger | NTC/NAC in Rigger trade |
| Welder | NTC/NAC in Welder trade |
The trade certificate must be issued by an ITI or technical institution recognised by the National Council for Vocational Training.
AVNL Executive Educational Qualifications Required
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Manager – Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager – Electronics | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or equivalent |
| Junior Manager – Electrical | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent |
| Junior Manager – Metallurgy | B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent |
| Junior Manager – Human Resources | Graduate degree with two-year MBA HR, PG Diploma or PG qualification in HR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Social Science, Social Welfare or Social Work |
| Junior Manager – Official Language | Degree with one-year Diploma in Hindi/Hindi Translation or M.A. in Hindi/Hindi Translation |
| Junior Manager – Artificial Intelligence | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, AI and Machine Learning, Electronics and Communication or equivalent |
| Junior Manager – Finance and Accounts | Graduate degree in Commerce or Economics |
| Assistant Manager – Civil | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent |
| Assistant Manager – Finance | Graduate degree with MBA Finance or two-year postgraduate qualification in Finance and Accounts |
| Assistant Manager – Company Secretary | Graduate degree with Company Secretary qualification and Associate or Fellow membership of ICSI |
| Deputy Manager – Mechanical | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent |
| Deputy Manager – Electrical | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent |
| Deputy Manager – Electronics | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or equivalent |
| Deputy Manager – Information Technology | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Computer Technology or a related discipline |
| Deputy Manager – Marketing | Graduate degree with MBA in Marketing Management |
| Deputy Manager – Public Relations | Postgraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication |
| Deputy Manager – Artificial Intelligence | Relevant B.E./B.Tech qualification with knowledge of AI, machine learning, real-time software development and related technologies |
| Consultant – Finance and Audit | Chartered Accountant with ten years of relevant Finance and Audit experience in Government departments or PSUs |
| Additional General Manager – Business Development | Retired Indian Army officer of at least Colonel rank with the prescribed relevant experience |
| Deputy General Manager – Company Secretary | Graduate with Company Secretary qualification, ICSI membership and prescribed experience |
| Senior Manager – Cyber Security | Relevant B.E./B.Tech or MCA qualification with prescribed cyber-security certification and experience |
| Senior Manager – Intellectual Property | Degree in Science, Engineering or Technology with six years of experience in an Indian patent firm and valid Patent Agent registration |
The official advertisement also identifies equivalent engineering disciplines for Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics and Computer Science posts. Candidates should check the complete equivalence list before applying.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as of the closing date of online registration.
| Post Level | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician | Up to 30 years |
| Junior Manager | Up to 30 years |
| Assistant Manager | Up to 30 years |
| Deputy Manager | Up to 30 years |
| Senior Manager | Below 65 years |
| Deputy General Manager | Below 65 years |
| Additional General Manager | Below 65 years |
| Consultant | Below 65 years |
For Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager and Deputy Manager posts, the maximum age after applying all permissible relaxations cannot exceed 55 years. The senior-level limit of below 65 years is inclusive of all age relaxations.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Age Relaxation
| Candidate Category | Upper-Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe | Five years |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | Three years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | Ten years |
| Ex-Servicemen | According to Government of India rules |
| Former AVNL Trade Apprentices | Period of apprenticeship training, subject to rules |
Candidates must possess valid category certificates in the latest Central Government format. OBC applicants must submit an OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate valid for the applicable financial year.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates should satisfy the following requirements:
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- The candidate must possess the prescribed trade or professional qualification.
- The qualification must be obtained from a recognised university, institution, ITI or technical institute.
- Junior Technician applicants must possess an NCVT-issued NTC or NAC in the relevant trade.
- Candidates must be within the prescribed age limit as of the closing date.
- Reserved-category candidates must possess valid certificates in the required format.
- Applicants must upload all supporting documents while submitting the online form.
- Candidates should select options for every AVNL unit where their chosen post is available.
- Selected candidates must pass document, character and antecedent verification.
- Final appointment is subject to being declared medically fit.
Eligibility will remain provisional until AVNL verifies the candidate’s original qualifications, category certificates, experience and other supporting documents.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
AVNL will pay consolidated monthly remuneration consisting of basic pay, applicable Industrial Dearness Allowance, a special allowance equal to 5% of basic pay and ₹3,000 towards medical insurance, conveyance and mobile expenses.
| Post Name | Basic Pay | Total Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Technician | ₹21,000 | ₹25,050 plus IDA |
| Junior Manager | ₹30,000 | ₹34,500 plus IDA |
| Assistant Manager | ₹40,000 | ₹45,000 plus IDA |
| Deputy Manager | ₹50,000 | ₹55,500 plus IDA |
| Senior Manager | ₹70,000 | ₹76,500 plus IDA |
| Deputy General Manager | ₹80,000 | ₹87,000 plus IDA |
| Additional General Manager | ₹1,00,000 | ₹1,08,000 plus IDA |
| Consultant | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,29,000 plus IDA |
Selected candidates are also eligible for a 3% annual increment, 18 days of earned leave per year, ten casual leaves, Provident Fund and gratuity according to applicable conditions. In-patient medical treatment is provided for the employee, spouse and two living children during the engagement period.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection method differs according to the post level.
| Post Category | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician | Computer-Based Test followed by qualifying Trade Test |
| Junior Manager | CBT followed by Interview |
| Assistant Manager | CBT followed by Interview |
| Deputy Manager | CBT followed by Interview |
| Senior Manager | Assessment and Interview |
| Deputy General Manager | Assessment and Interview |
| Additional General Manager | Assessment and Interview |
| Consultant | Assessment and Interview |
For Junior Technician posts, final merit will be prepared solely from the CBT marks. The Trade Test is qualifying in nature.
For Junior Manager, Assistant Manager and Deputy Manager posts, the written examination carries 85% weightage and the interview carries 15% weightage.
Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager and Consultant applicants will not attend the CBT. They will be assessed through parameters such as presentation, experience, expertise, professional knowledge and interview performance.
AVNL Junior Technician CBT Exam Pattern
| Examination Section | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General English | 10 | 10 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Computer Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Relevant NCVT Trade Subject | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
The examination duration is two hours. Questions in the general section will be up to Class 10 level for Junior Technician applicants. There is no negative marking for incorrect answers.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Trade Test
Candidates shortlisted for Junior Technician posts through the CBT will be called for a practical Trade Test at the respective AVNL unit.
The Trade Test will evaluate whether the candidate possesses the practical knowledge, skill and fitness required for the relevant technical trade.
Candidates will generally be called in a ratio of approximately 1:3 against the number of available vacancies. Qualifying the Trade Test is mandatory, but its marks will not be added to the final merit score.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Test Centres
The Computer-Based Test is proposed to be conducted at the following locations:
| CBT City |
|---|
| Chennai |
| Bengaluru |
| Hyderabad |
| Jabalpur |
| Nagpur |
| Pune |
| Mumbai |
| New Delhi |
| Kolkata |
| Kanpur |
Candidates must indicate their preferred test centre in the online application. AVNL may add, modify or cancel examination centres depending on the number of eligible applicants.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee Category-Wise
| Candidate Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹300 |
| OBC Non-Creamy Layer | ₹300 |
| Economically Weaker Section | ₹300 |
| Scheduled Caste | No fee |
| Scheduled Tribe | No fee |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | No fee |
| Ex-Servicemen | No fee |
| Female candidates | No fee |
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid online through net banking, debit card, credit card or UPI. Candidates should confirm their eligibility before making payment.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Recruitment Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starting Date | 11 July 2026 at 10:00 AM |
| Original Closing Date | 25 July 2026 at 11:55 PM |
| Extended Last Date | 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM |
| CBT Examination Date | To be announced |
| Junior Technician Trade Test | To be announced |
| Executive Interview | To be announced |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
The detailed notice originally mentioned 25 July 2026 as the closing date. AVNL subsequently extended the deadline to 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM through an official website notification.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Last Date to Apply
The extended last date to submit the AVNL Recruitment 2026 online application is 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM.
Candidates must complete registration, upload all supporting documents, submit the form and successfully pay the applicable fee before the portal closes.
Merely registering without completing the final application and fee-payment process will not be considered a successful submission.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Scanned signature.
- Class 10 mark sheet or certificate.
- Aadhaar card.
- PAN card.
- NTC or NAC certificate for Junior Technician posts.
- Degree and postgraduate certificates for Executive posts.
- Experience certificates, where required.
- SC or ST certificate.
- OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate in Central Government format.
- Current EWS Income and Asset Certificate.
- PwBD or UDID certificate.
- Ex-Servicemen certificate.
- AVNL apprenticeship certificate, where applicable.
- Active mobile number.
- Active email address.
The candidate’s name and date of birth should match across the Class 10 certificate, Aadhaar card, PAN card and other documents. Applications containing insufficient or unreadable documents may be rejected.
How to Apply Online for AVNL Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps:
- Visit the official Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited website.
- Open the Careers section.
- Select Advertisement No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06.
- Click the registration or online application link.
- Select the post for which you wish to apply.
- Enter your name, mobile number and email address.
- Generate and verify the OTP.
- Accept the terms and complete registration.
- Save the registration number, login ID and password.
- Log in and open the complete application form.
- Enter personal, educational, trade and category information.
- Select all AVNL units where the chosen post is available.
- Upload your photograph, signature and supporting documents.
- Preview the completed form.
- Correct any permitted details before final submission.
- Submit the online application.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Download the completed application and payment receipt.
The candidate’s name, selected post, registered email address and mobile number cannot normally be changed after registration. No hard copy of the online application needs to be sent to AVNL by post.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Important Link | Access |
|---|---|
| AVNL Apply Online Portal | Open Online Application |
| Detailed Recruitment Notification | Download AVNL Notification PDF |
| Official Deadline Extension Notice | View Extended Last Date Notice |
| AVNL Careers Page | Visit AVNL Careers |
| Official AVNL Website | Visit Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited |
Candidates should rely on the official AVNL website and the authorised online application portal for application status, examination schedules, admit cards, shortlisted-candidate lists and recruitment results.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
This is a contractual Fixed Term Employment recruitment and not a regular permanent appointment. Selected candidates cannot claim regularisation merely because they have completed the contract period.
Candidates should apply for only those positions for which they possess the exact prescribed trade or educational qualification.
Applicants must select all available unit options for their chosen post. Failure to select the mandatory units may prevent completion of the application.
The category entered in the online application cannot normally be changed later. Candidates must therefore verify their reservation category and supporting certificate before submitting the form.
Canvassing in any form will result in disqualification. AVNL may cancel a candidature even after selection if any qualification, category, age or experience information is found to be false or unsupported.
AVNL Junior Technician Recruitment 2026
AVNL Recruitment 2026 provides a major opportunity for ITI, engineering, management, finance and other professionally qualified candidates seeking employment in a Defence Public Sector organisation.
The recruitment includes 1,005 Junior Technician vacancies and 208 Executive vacancies, creating a combined total of 1,213 posts.
Junior Technician applicants must possess an NCVT-issued NTC or NAC in the relevant trade. Their selection will be based on a 100-mark Computer-Based Test followed by a qualifying practical Trade Test.
The Junior Technician remuneration is ₹25,050 plus applicable IDA per month, while Executive remuneration ranges from ₹34,500 plus IDA to ₹1,29,000 plus IDA depending on the post.
Eligible candidates must submit their applications before the extended deadline of 31 July 2026 at 11:55 PM.