AVNL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1213 Executive & Non-Executive Posts | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) — a Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India — has officially released the Executive & Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 for 1,213 fixed-term vacancies across its production units, factories, and corporate office. AVNL manufactures armoured and military vehicles for the Indian Army and is one of the key DPSUs in India’s defence production ecosystem.

This is a large-scale recruitment covering posts ranging from Junior Technician (ITI/NTC holders) to Deputy General Manager, Senior Manager, and Additional General Manager level positions across multiple units: HVF (Heavy Vehicles Factory, Chennai), OFMK (Ordnance Factory Medak), EFA, MTPF, IOLAV, IOLAM, and AVNL Corporate Office (AVNLCO).

Applications are open from July 11, 2026. The last date is July 25, 2026 (11:55 PM). Female candidates and SC/ST/PH/ESM candidates apply completely free.

AVNL Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Recruiting Authority	Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL)
Ministry	Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Advertisement Number	AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06
Recruitment Type	Executive & Non-Executive
Total Vacancies	1,213 Posts
Job Type	Fixed Term
Application Mode	Online Only
Units Covered	HVF, OFMK, EFA, MTPF, IOLAV, IOLAM, AVNLCO, D2C-HVF, D2C-OFMK, VFJ
Official Website	avnl.co.in

Important Dates – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Event	Date & Time
Official Notification Release	July 11, 2026
Online Application Start Date	July 11, 2026 (Already Active)
Last Date to Apply Online	July 25, 2026 (11:55 PM Sharp)
CBT / Trade Test Date	To be announced
Interview Date (Managerial Posts)	To be announced

Application Fee – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Category	Application Fee
General / OBC / EWS	₹300/-
SC / ST / PH (PwD) / ESM (Ex-Servicemen)	₹0/- (Nil – Free)
All Category Female Candidates	₹0/- (Nil – Free)
Payment Mode	Online (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)

Age Limit – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Criteria	Details
Maximum Age	30 Years
Age Calculated As On	July 25, 2026 (Last date of application)
Minimum Age	As per post requirements (confirm from full notification)
Age Relaxation	As per Government of India rules — OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwD: 10 years, ESM: as applicable, Ex-AVNL employees: as per rules

About AVNL – Defence PSU Context

Parameter	Details
Full Name	Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited
Nature	Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSU)
Under	Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India
Key Products	Arjun Main Battle Tank, BMP-II Infantry Combat Vehicles, Armoured Recovery Vehicles
Key Units	HVF – Heavy Vehicles Factory (Chennai), OFMK – Ordnance Factory Medak (Telangana), EFA, MTPF
Formed	2021 (as part of Defence PSU Corporatization of Ordnance Factories)

Non-Executive Posts – Summary

Qualification: NTC / NAC in Relevant Trade from ITI (Government-recognized)

Trade	Key Units	Approx. Vacancies
Fitter (General)	HVF, EFA, OFMK, MTPF	~400 Posts (largest category)
Machinist	HVF, EFA, OFMK, MTPF	~216 Posts
OMHE (Raw Material Handling Plant)	HVF, OFMK	~66 Posts
Welder	HVF, OFMK	~55 Posts
Electronic Mechanic	HVF, OFMK	~69 Posts
Electrician	HVF, OFMK	~84 Posts
Quality Assurance Assistant	HVF, OFMK	~44 Posts
Foundrymen	HVF, OFMK	~31 Posts
Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance	HVF, OFMK	~23 Posts
Painter (General)	HVF, OFMK	~10 Posts
Electroplater	HVF, EFA	~4 Posts
Rigger	HVF	1 Post
Forger & Heat Treater	OFMK	2 Posts

Executive Posts – Summary

Level	Post Name	Qualification (Brief)
Junior Manager	Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Metallurgy	B.Tech in the respective discipline
Junior Manager	Human Resources	Graduate + MBA HR / PG in HR
Junior Manager	Official Language	Degree + Hindi Diploma / M.A. Hindi
Junior Manager	Artificial Intelligence	B.Tech CSE / IT / AI & ML / ECE
Junior Manager	Finance & Accounts	Graduate in Commerce / Economics
Assistant Manager	Civil	B.E./B.Tech Civil Engineering
Assistant Manager	Finance	B.Com + MBA Finance
Assistant Manager	Company Secretary	Graduate + ICSI/CS
Deputy Manager	IT, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics	B.Tech in the respective discipline
Deputy Manager	Marketing	Graduate + MBA Marketing
Deputy Manager	PR & Corporate Communication	PG in Journalism / Mass Comm.
Deputy Manager	Artificial Intelligence	B.E./B.Tech CSE/IT/AI/ECE + knowledge of EW Systems
Senior Manager	Cyber Security	B.E./B.Tech (CS/Cyber Sec/IT) + MCA + 1–5 yrs exp.
Senior Manager	Intellectual Property	Science/Engineering Degree + Patent Agent Exam + 6 yrs exp.
Consultant	Finance & Audit	CA + 10 years of experience in Govt./PSU
Deputy General Manager	Company Secretary	Graduate + ICSI + 9 yrs exp. (3 yrs in Ratna PSU)
Addl. General Manager	Business Development	Retired Army Colonel (Armoured/Ord/Infantry) + 15 yrs exp.

Post-Wise Detailed Qualification

Post	Qualification
Junior Technician	NTC / NAC in Relevant Trade from a recognized ITI
Jr. Manager (Mechanical)	B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering
Jr. Manager (Electronics)	B.Tech – Electronics Engineering
Jr. Manager (Electrical)	B.Tech – Electrical Engineering
Jr. Manager (Metallurgy)	B.Tech – Metallurgy Engineering
Jr. Manager (HR)	Graduate + MBA (HR) OR PG Degree/Diploma in HR
Jr. Manager (Official Language)	Degree + 1-yr Hindi/Hindi Translation Diploma OR M.A. Hindi/Hindi Translation
Jr. Manager (AI)	B.Tech in CSE / IT / Software Engg. / AI & ML / ECE
Jr. Manager (F&A)	Graduate in Commerce / Economics
Asst. Manager (Civil)	B.E./B.Tech – Civil Engineering
Asst. Manager (Finance)	B.Com + MBA Finance
Asst. Manager (CS)	Graduate + ICSI / CS qualification
Dy. Manager (IT)	B.Tech CSE / IT / Software / Computer Technology or equivalent
Dy. Manager (Marketing)	Graduate + MBA Marketing Management
Dy. Manager (PR & Corp. Comm.)	PG Degree in Journalism / Mass Communication
Dy. Manager (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics)	B.E./B.Tech in the respective discipline
Dy. Manager (AI)	B.E./B.Tech CSE/IT/AI/ECE + EW & Counter-Measure knowledge
Consultant (F&A)	Chartered Accountant + 10 years Govt./PSU Finance & Audit experience
Sr. Manager (Cyber Security)	B.E./B.Tech Cyber Security/CS/IT + Cyber Security Certification + 1–5 yrs experience
Sr. Manager (Intellectual Property)	Sci./Engg. Degree + Patent Agent Exam (CGPDTM) + 6 years IP firm experience
DGM (Company Secretary)	Graduate + ICSI (Associate/Fellow) + 9 yrs experience (3 yrs in Ratna PSU)
Addl. GM (Business Development)	Retired Army Colonel (Armoured Corps/Ordnance/Infantry) L-13+ + 15 yrs experience

Selection Process – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Stage	Applicable Posts
Computer-Based Test (CBT)	All Posts
Trade Test	Junior Technician posts only
Interview	Manager-level and above posts
Medical Examination	All shortlisted candidates
Document Verification	All finally selected candidates

How to Apply Online – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted online before July 25, 2026 (11:55 PM). The portal is already active:

1. Visit Official Website – Open avnl.co.in and navigate to the Recruitment/Careers section
2. Find the Notification – Click on “Executive & Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 – Advt. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06”
3. Register / Login – Create a new applicant account with valid email ID and mobile number
4. Select Post & Unit – Choose your post AND the specific unit (HVF/OFMK/EFA/MTPF/AVNLCO/D2C-HVF/D2C-OFMK) you are applying for — both are mandatory selections
5. Fill Application Form – Enter personal details, date of birth (max age 30 as on 25/07/2026), educational qualification, trade/discipline details, category, and contact information
6. Upload Documents – Scanned:
   • Passport-size photograph
   • Signature
   • ITI/NTC/NAC Certificate (for Junior Technician) OR Degree certificate (for Executive posts)
   • Experience certificate (for Senior Manager, Consultant, DGM, AGM posts)
   • Age proof (10th certificate)
   • Category certificate (OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD/ESM as applicable)
7. Pay Fee – ₹300/- (Gen/OBC/EWS) online. Female/SC/ST/PH/ESM: No payment needed
8. Submit & Print – Review all details. Submit and download the confirmation receipt

Unit Abbreviations – Quick Reference

Code	Full Name	Location
HVF	Heavy Vehicles Factory	Chennai, Tamil Nadu
OFMK	Ordnance Factory Medak	Medak, Telangana
EFA	Engine Factory Avadi	Avadi, Chennai
MTPF	Metal & Steel Factory	Ishapore (WB) / Jabalpur (MP)
AVNLCO	AVNL Corporate Office	New Delhi
D2C-HVF	D2C Unit at HVF	Chennai
D2C-OFMK	D2C Unit at OFMK	Medak
IOLAV / IOLAM	IOL Avadi / Medak	Avadi / Medak
VFJ	Vehicle Factory Jabalpur	Jabalpur, MP

Important Links – AVNL Recruitment 2026

Resource	Link
Apply Online (Active Now)	Click Here
AVNL Official Website	avnl.co.in

FAQs – AVNL Recruitment 2026