AVNL MTPF Ambarnath Apprentice Vacancy 2026: Stipend, Eligibility and Offline Application Guide
Good news for students who have just finished graduation or a diploma. Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has invited applications for 48 apprentice vacancies at its Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath, District Thane, Maharashtra. The seats are for Graduate Apprentice and Diploma Apprentice, with a monthly stipend of ₹18,000 and ₹16,200. If you are searching for good PSU jobs in India, this is a lovely chance to start your career inside a defence factory.
One thing must be clear before you start. This is not an online application. You must fill the Annexure-A form attached with the notification, attach the required documents, and send it by post so that it reaches MTPF Ambarnath on or before 04/09/2026. Below we explain the seats, eligibility, stipend, selection and the full postal method in simple language. Keep GovtJobsAlert.in open for every fresh update.
Key Highlights — AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026
Apprenticeship is often the first door into the defence sector, so check other defence sector government jobs too.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), Ministry of Defence |
| Unit | Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath |
| Post Names | Graduate Apprentice and Diploma Apprentice |
| Total Vacancies | 48 seats — Graduate 42, Diploma 6 |
| Stipend | ₹18,000 and ₹16,200 per month |
| Job Location | Ambarnath, District Thane, Maharashtra |
| Mode of Application | Offline — by post only, no online portal |
| Last Date to Reach the Office | 04/09/2026 |
How Many Vacancies in AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Stream-Wise 48 Seats
The 48 seats are spread across 14 streams and trades. Note that Mechanical Engg. and Mechanical Engg. (Diploma) are two different rows — the first is degree-level, the second diploma-level.
| Stream / Trade | Apprentice Type | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Arts | Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Commerce | Graduate Apprentice | 8 |
| Science | Graduate Apprentice | 10 |
| Computer Applications | Graduate Apprentice | 4 |
| Business Administration | Graduate Apprentice | 5 |
| Hotel Management | Graduate Apprentice | 1 |
| BMS | Graduate Apprentice | 2 |
| BAF | Graduate Apprentice | 2 |
| Social Work | Graduate Apprentice | 2 |
| Bachelor of Design | Graduate Apprentice | 2 |
| Mechanical Engg. | Graduate Apprentice | 2 |
| Electrical Engg. Diploma | Diploma Apprentice | 1 |
| Electronics Engg. Diploma | Diploma Apprentice | 1 |
| Mechanical Engg. (Diploma) | Diploma Apprentice | 4 |
| Total | All Apprentices | 48 |
The notification also prints a category-wise break-up for every stream.
| Stream / Trade | Category Split as Printed | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| Arts | UR-3, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-0 | 4 |
| Commerce | UR-4, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-2, EWS-1 | 8 |
| Science | UR-5, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-3, EWS-1 | 10 |
| Computer Applications | UR-3, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-0 | 4 |
| Business Administration | UR-2, SC-1, ST-1, OBC-1, EWS-1 | 5 |
| Hotel Management | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-0, EWS-0 | 1 |
| BMS | UR-1, SC-1, ST-0, OBC-0, EWS-0 | 2 |
| BAF | UR-1, SC-0, ST-1, OBC-0, EWS-0 | 2 |
| Social Work | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-0 | 2 |
| Bachelor of Design | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-0 | 2 |
| Mechanical Engg. | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-1 | 2 |
| Electrical Engg. Diploma | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-0, EWS-0 | 1 |
| Electronics Engg. Diploma | UR-1, SC-0, ST-0, OBC-0, EWS-0 | 1 |
| Mechanical Engg. (Diploma) | UR-2, SC-1, ST-0, OBC-1, EWS-1 | 4 |
| All streams together, as printed | UR-27, SC-5, ST-4, OBC-12, EWS-5 | 48 |
| PH (Persons with Handicap) | OH-1 in the Commerce row; HH and VH nil everywhere | 1 (horizontal) |
Read the zeros before you post the form. Arts, Computer Applications, Hotel Management and both the Electrical and Electronics Diploma rows carry no SC and no ST seat, and the single PH (OH) seat sits in the Commerce row.
One honest caution: in the notification itself, the category-wise columns (unreserved, SC, ST, OBC and EWS) add up to 53, not to the stated total of 48. Treat 48 as the confirmed count and check the notification PDF for the category-wise break-up.
AVNL Apprentice Eligibility Criteria 2026 — Who Can Apply?
Educational Qualification
- Graduate Apprentice: a Bachelor’s degree in the stream you apply for — Arts, Commerce, Science, Computer Applications, Business Administration, Hotel Management, BMS, BAF, Social Work, Bachelor of Design or Mechanical Engineering. Every fresh graduate looking for government jobs should look at this.
- Diploma Apprentice: a Diploma in the related engineering branch — Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical. Candidates hunting for diploma level government jobs must read the trade names in the table above carefully.
- Passing year condition: the Hindi text of the notification says the degree or diploma must have been completed during the years 2022 to 2026. This is a real filter, so older passouts may not qualify.
- Date of qualification: the date on your final mark sheet is treated as the date you acquired the qualification.
- Relaxation in marks: the minimum percentage or division requirement is relaxed suitably for SC, ST and PWD candidates.
Age Limit
The notification fixes a minimum age of 18 years. On the maximum it says only that the limit for unreserved categories is “as specified for each post” — but no such figure is printed anywhere in the advertisement. So do not assume there is no upper limit; confirm it with AVNL before you apply.
| Age Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years at the time of engagement |
| Maximum Age | Notice says “as specified for each post”, but no figure is printed — confirm with AVNL |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India directives |
| Reserved candidate on unreserved seat | Treated as General — no relaxation |
Other Conditions the Notification Sets
| Condition | What the Notification Says |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals can apply |
| OBC creamy layer | Must apply as General, and against general vacancies only |
| Disqualification (Clause 8.0) | Insolvency or moral turpitude, a pending investigation or trial for a criminal offence, conviction by a court for a criminal offence, or dismissal or termination from a previous employment on disciplinary action — any one of these bars you from engagement |
| Canvassing | Canvassing in any form disqualifies the candidate |
| False or suppressed information | Candidature, or even the engagement itself, is cancelled without notice at any stage — including after appointment |
| Other work during training | A full-time apprentice cannot take up any other assignment during the training period |
What is the Stipend and Salary for AVNL Apprentice 2026?
Be clear about the money. This is an apprenticeship stipend, not a pay scale. The notification prints no pay level, no grade pay, no pay band and no separate allowance.
| Apprentice Type | Monthly Stipend | Nature of Engagement |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Apprentice | ₹18,000 | Purely temporary training engagement |
| Diploma Apprentice | ₹16,200 | Purely temporary training engagement |
Understand the offer too. It is not against any permanent post and gives no right to regular employment in AVNL after training. The number of seats may also change at selection time.
What is the Selection Process for AVNL Apprentice 2026?
Selection is made in order of merit. No fixed exam pattern is printed — the factory has kept the method flexible.
| Step / Condition | What Happens | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Screening of Applications | A Screening Committee checks every application that reaches the office | Your Annexure-A form must be complete in every respect; if too many eligible applications arrive, the company may raise the eligibility bar |
| 2. Written Test, or Interview and Practical | Selection may be done through a written test, or through an interview and practical test | The method is tentative and may change with the number of applicants |
| 3. Document and Certificate Verification | Every detail in your form is checked against your original documents | Reserved category candidates must produce a caste certificate in the prescribed Government of India format |
| 4. Character, Antecedent and Police Verification | This is a defence establishment, so verification of character and antecedents is compulsory before engagement | A Police Verification Report (PVR) is a pre-condition |
| 5. Medical Fitness | You must be declared medically fit before engagement | Examination by an Assistant Civil Surgeon of a Government or CGHS-recognised hospital |
If two candidates score the same marks, the older one by date of birth ranks higher. Offers go out in order of merit, the result is published only on the official AVNL website, and no TA or DA is paid for the test or interview.
How to Apply for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026? Offline Application by Post
Do not look for an online form or a registration portal. There is no online application for this recruitment — the notification prescribes no application portal, and its website carries only updates and corrigenda. Keep your mark sheets, degree or diploma certificate, date of birth proof, caste certificate (if any), Aadhaar, PAN and a passport-size photograph ready, then follow these steps.
| Step | What To Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the full advertisement and confirm that you are eligible for the stream or trade you want (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill the prescribed Application Form at Annexure-A, complete in all respects and in the prescribed format only |
| 3 | Paste a recent passport-size photograph in the space given on the form |
| 4 | Fill in all particulars — name, parent’s or guardian’s name, gender, date of birth, category, address, e-mail, Aadhaar and PAN number, and the education table from Class 10th |
| 5 | Sign the declaration at the bottom of the form and write the date and place |
| 6 | Attach copies of your date of birth proof, all mark sheets, the degree or diploma certificate, and the caste certificate if you are a reserved category candidate |
| 7 | Post the completed application so that it REACHES the office address given below on or before 04/09/2026 |
| 8 | Keep checking the official AVNL website for any corrigendum, because no separate press notice will be issued |
Post it to The Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ordnance Estate, Ambarnath, Dist-Thane, Maharashtra, PIN 421 502. An application that is incomplete, not in the prescribed format, not legible or without the required certificates will be rejected without any reason being given, so post it early — a postal delay is your own risk. Keep one e-mail ID and one mobile number active for at least a year, because all further communication comes only by e-mail, and no change to either is allowed once you have applied.
What are the Important Dates for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification or advertisement date | Not printed in the notification |
| Application start date | Not printed in the notification |
| Last date for the form to REACH MTPF Ambarnath by post | 04/09/2026 |
| Written test or interview date | To be intimated later |
| Admit card date | Not announced |
| Final result | Only on the official AVNL website |
Is There Any Application Fee for AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
No application fee is mentioned anywhere in the notification. The advertisement prints no fee clause, no fee table and no payment mode. The notification asks for no challan, demand draft or payment receipt with the posted form.
AVNL Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit AVNL Careers & Vacancies Page
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you finished your degree or diploma between 2022 and 2026, do not let this one go. Fill the Annexure-A form neatly, attach every required document and post it early so that it reaches Ambarnath before 04/09/2026. A small postal delay can cost you the seat. For more engineering and technical government job updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.