Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has released a major recruitment notification (Advt. No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06) for 1213 posts — ranging from Junior Technician to Consultant level — across its units in Chennai (Avadi), Jabalpur, Medak (Telangana), and Ambernath (Maharashtra). Applications are open online only, from 11th July 2026, and close on 25th July 2026 (11:55 PM).
Important correction: Some sources are listing this as a “Permanent” recruitment — it isn’t. The official notification is explicit that all these posts are on Fixed Term Employment, not regular/permanent government service. We’ve laid out exactly what that means below, along with the full eligibility, exam pattern, and salary details.
Quick Overview: AVNL Recruitment 2026
| Basic Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. | AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 |
| Total Posts | 1213 (1005 Non-Executive + 208 Executive) |
| Nature of Engagement | Fixed Term Employment (not permanent) |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Who Can Apply | Eligible Indian Nationals |
| Posting Locations | HVF/EFA/D2C-HVF (Avadi, Tamil Nadu), OFMK/D2C-OFMK (Medak, Telangana), VFJ (Jabalpur, MP), MTPF (Ambernath, Maharashtra), AVNLCO (Avadi), IOLAV/IOLAM (Training Institutes) |
| Application Fee | ₹300 (General/EWS/OBC, non-refundable); Free for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Women |
| Apply Start Date | 11 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Apply Last Date | 25 July 2026, 11:55 PM |
| Official Website | avnl.co.in |
| Help Desk | 022-61087565 (Mon–Fri, 10 AM–5 PM) |
Note for Odisha readers: AVNL has no unit or posting location in Odisha, and none of the listed exam centres (Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Nagpur, Pune, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Kanpur) are in Odisha either. You can still apply as an Indian national, but factor in travel for the exam.
Understanding “Fixed Term Employment” — Read This Before Applying
This is the single most important thing to understand about this recruitment:
- Engagement is for 1 year initially, extendable by up to 3 more years (maximum 4 years total).
- Beyond 4 years, extension is possible at AVNL’s discretion, based on organisational need and the candidate’s performance — but remuneration will be re-decided at that time.
- The engagement is purely contractual. Candidates cannot claim any right to regular/permanent employment with AVNL based on this engagement.
- Medical/insurance benefits for self and family are provided only during the engagement period and cease automatically on discontinuation.
This doesn’t make the opportunity less worthwhile — the pay scales are strong and it’s genuine Ministry of Defence PSU experience — but go in with accurate expectations about its contractual nature.
Vacancy Overview
| Category | Non-Executive (Junior Technician) | Executive (Manager to Consultant) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Posts | 1005 | 208 | 1213 |
Category-Wise Split (Vertical Reservation)
| Category | Non-Executive | Executive |
|---|---|---|
| UR | 461 | 130 |
| SC | 151 | 20 |
| ST | 46 | 6 |
| OBC-NCL | 257 | 39 |
| EWS | 90 | 13 |
| Total | 1005 | 208 |
Horizontal reservation is also available across both categories for Visually Handicapped (VH), Hard of Hearing (HH), Orthopedically Handicapped (OH), Multiple Disabilities (MD), and Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM) — 11+10+9+9+108 for Non-Executive posts, and smaller allocations for Executive posts. Specific benchmark disabilities identified per post/trade are detailed in the official notification — only certain disability types are considered suitable for each specific trade, so PwBD candidates should check the exact match for their intended post before applying.
Note: AVNL explicitly states these vacancy numbers are provisional and may increase or decrease at management’s discretion. The official notification contains the complete unit-wise and post-wise breakdown (36 distinct post codes) — refer to it directly for your specific post/unit of interest.
Key Posts & Educational Qualification
Non-Executive (Junior Technician) — 1005 Posts Across 13 Trades
Qualification: NTC/NAC in the relevant trade issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT). Trades include: Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Electroplater, Fitter (General), Forger & Heat Treater, Foundrymen, Machinist, Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance, OMHE (Raw Material Handling Plant), Painter (General), Quality Assurance Assistant, Rigger, and Welder.
Executive Posts — 208 Posts Across 24 Roles
| Post | Qualification (Summary) |
|---|---|
| Junior Manager (Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical/Metallurgy) | B.E./B.Tech in the respective engineering discipline |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | Graduate + MBA (HR), or PG Diploma/PG in HR/PM&IR/Personnel Management (2 years) |
| Junior Manager (Official Language) | Degree + 1-year Diploma in Hindi/Hindi Translation, or M.A. in Hindi/Hindi Translation |
| Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/Software Engg./AI & ML/Electronics & Communication |
| Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | Graduate degree in Commerce/Economics |
| Assistant Manager (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | Graduate + MBA (Finance), or PG Diploma/Degree in Finance & Accounts (2 years) |
| Assistant Manager (Company Secretary) | Graduate degree + Associate/Fellow membership of ICSI |
| Deputy Manager (IT) | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/Software/Computer Systems/Information Science |
| Deputy Manager (Public Relations & Corporate Communications) | PG Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication |
| Deputy Manager (Marketing) | Graduate + MBA in Marketing Management |
| Deputy Manager (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics) | B.E./B.Tech in respective discipline (desirable: specific software/simulation skills) |
| Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E./B.Tech in CSE/IT/AI & ML/Electronics, with AI/ML and real-time software knowledge |
| Consultant (Finance & Audit) | Chartered Accountant with 10 years’ experience in Finance/Audit in Government departments/PSUs |
| Additional General Manager (Business Development) | Retired Indian Army Officers (Armoured Corps/Ordnance/Infantry), minimum rank of Colonel (L-13 pay scale and above), with 15 years’ experience in Army Procurement/Directorate roles |
| Deputy General Manager (Company Secretary) | Graduate + Associate/Fellow ICSI membership, minimum 9 years’ service (3 years in a Ratna Category PSU, preferably DPSU or listed company) |
| Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | B.E./B.Tech in Cyber Security/CSE/IT, or MCA with Cyber Security certification, plus 1–5 years’ relevant experience depending on degree |
| Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | Science/Engineering/Technology degree + 6 years’ experience in an Indian Patent Firm + passed Patent Agent Examination, registered with CGPDTM |
Engineering disciplines like Electronics & Communication, Electronics & Instrumentation, Industrial & Production Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical/Automobile Engineering, etc., are accepted as equivalent to the core disciplines — check Section 02.1 of the official notification for the full equivalence list.
Age Limit (As on Closing Date of Online Registration)
| Post Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager | Up to 30 years (Maximum 55 years with all relaxations) |
| Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, Consultant | Below 65 years (inclusive of all relaxations) |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC-NCL: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Government guidelines
- Ex-Trade Apprentice of AVNL: Relaxable by the period of apprenticeship training undergone
Note: The scraped summary circulating elsewhere states “up to 35 years” for junior-level posts — this is incorrect. The official age limit for these posts is up to 30 years (55 with maximum relaxation).
Remuneration (Per Month)
| Post | Basic | Special Allowance (5% of Basic) | Medical/Conveyance/Mobile | Total (Excl. IDA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Technician | ₹21,000 | ₹1,050 | ₹3,000 | ₹25,050 + IDA |
| Junior Manager | ₹30,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹34,500 + IDA |
| Assistant Manager | ₹40,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹45,000 + IDA |
| Deputy Manager | ₹50,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹55,500 + IDA |
| Senior Manager | ₹70,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹76,500 + IDA |
| Deputy General Manager | ₹80,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹87,000 + IDA |
| Additional General Manager | ₹1,00,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹1,08,000 + IDA |
| Consultant | ₹1,20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹1,29,000 + IDA |
IDA (Industrial Dearness Allowance) is paid additionally “as applicable” and isn’t a fixed figure in the notification. Additional benefits include 3% annual increment, 18 days Earned Leave + 10 Casual Leave per year, PF, Gratuity, and in-patient medical treatment for self, spouse, and up to two living children — but only during the engagement period; these cease on discontinuation.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹300 (non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen (XSM)/Women (all categories) | Nil |
Fees once paid are non-refundable under any circumstances — verify your eligibility carefully before paying.
Exam Pattern
The written exam is a single Computer Based Test (CBT), objective MCQ type, for a maximum of 100 marks:
| Part | Content | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-A (General Paper) | General Awareness, General English, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, Computer Aptitude (10 each) | 50 | 50 |
| Part-B (Subject Paper) | NCVT trade syllabus (Junior Technician) OR relevant discipline (other posts) | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
- Part-A difficulty: up to 10th standard for Junior Technician, graduate level for other posts.
- No negative marking.
- Written exam weightage: 100% for Junior Technician; 85% for Junior Manager/Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager (remaining 15% from Interview).
- No written exam for Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, and Consultant — these are assessed via presentation, experience, expertise, and interview instead.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) for eligible candidates (except Senior Manager and above levels).
- Candidates qualifying the CBT are called for:
- Trade Test (Junior Technician) — of a qualifying nature only; final merit for this post is based solely on Written Test marks.
- Interview (Junior Manager/Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager) — 50 marks, contributing 15% weightage to final merit.
- Candidates are called for Interview/Trade Test in a 1:3 ratio (post:candidates) in order of merit per category — this ratio may be adjusted by AVNL management.
- Senior Manager/DGM/AGM/Consultant are assessed through presentation, experience, expertise, knowledge, and interview at AVNL Corporate Office, Avadi.
- Final selections are notified on the AVNL website.
Documents Required
Personal Documents:
- Class X passing certificate/mark sheet, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card (Name & DOB must match across all documents)
- Caste/Disability certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwBD/EWS, as applicable)
- Trade Apprentice Training Certificate (for Ex-Trade Apprentices of AVNL)
- OBC-NCL certificate in central format, valid for FY 2026-27
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate valid for FY 2026-27 (based on FY 2025-26 income)
- Disability certificate as per the latest central Govt. format via the Swavalamban/UDID portal
Qualification Documents:
- NTC/NAC certificate (Junior Technician)
- Bachelor’s Degree (Provisional/Final) certificate (other posts)
How to Apply for AVNL Recruitment 2026
Step 1 – Registration:
- Visit https://avnl.co.in, go to the “Careers” tab, and click “Register.”
- Fill in Post Name, Post Code, Name, Mobile Number, Email ID.
- Generate and enter OTP, complete CAPTCHA verification, and submit.
- Receive your Registration Number, Login ID, and Password via email/SMS.
Step 2 – Application Form & Fee Payment:
- Log in using your credentials and click “Go to Application.”
- Fill the complete application form and upload your photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Preview the form carefully — Name, Post Applied, Email ID, and Mobile Number cannot be edited after submission.
- Submit by clicking “I Agree” and entering the CAPTCHA.
- Pay the application fee online (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI), if applicable.
- Download your Application/Registration form for future reference — no documents need to be sent to AVNL by post.
Important application notes:
- Selecting the option for all units where the applied post is available is mandatory to complete the application.
- Applications with incomplete or insufficient uploaded documents are liable to be rejected.
- You’re advised to apply for only one post — if CBT dates clash across multiple posts, you’ll have to choose one.
- PwBD candidates requiring a scribe must get prior permission by emailing tacp.avnl@avnl.co.in with the prescribed form (available on the AVNL website), and must present the original at the CBT.
- Any disputes arising from this recruitment fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of Chennai courts.
Test Centres
Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Nagpur, Pune, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Kanpur. You must indicate your preferred centre in the application form; AVNL reserves the right to modify, add, or cancel centres based on applicant numbers.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application | 11 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 25 July 2026, 11:55 PM |
Important Links
- Official Website & Career Section: avnl.co.in
- Help Desk: 022-61087565 (Monday–Friday, 10 AM–5 PM)
- Scribe Permission Email: tacp.avnl@avnl.co.in
- Notification Pdf – Click Here
- Apply Online Link – Click Here
- Official Website – Click Here
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Note: Always refer to the official AVNL notification directly for the complete unit-wise vacancy table and any addendum/corrigendum — these will only be published on avnl.co.in.
FAQs: AVNL Recruitment 2026
Q1. Is AVNL Recruitment 2026 a permanent job? A. No. All posts under this notification are on Fixed Term Employment (1 year, extendable up to 4 years), not permanent/regular employment.
Q2. What is the last date to apply? A. 25th July 2026, 11:55 PM.
Q3. How many total vacancies are there? A. 1213 posts — 1005 Non-Executive (Junior Technician) and 208 Executive (Junior Manager to Consultant/AGM).
Q4. What is the age limit? A. Up to 30 years (max 55 with relaxation) for Junior Technician to Deputy Manager levels; below 65 years (inclusive of relaxation) for Senior Manager and above.
Q5. Is there an application fee? A. ₹300 for General/EWS/OBC candidates (non-refundable); free for SC/ST/PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and women candidates of all categories.
Q6. Is there a written exam for all posts? A. No. There’s a CBT for Junior Technician through Deputy Manager levels; Senior Manager and above are selected via assessment and interview only, with no written test.
Q7. Are there any AVNL posts or exam centres in Odisha? A. No. AVNL’s units are in Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, and Maharashtra, and exam centres are in 10 other major cities — none in Odisha.
This article is based on the official AVNL notification (Advt. No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06). For the complete unit-wise vacancy breakdown and any updates, please refer directly to avnl.co.in.
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