Instrumentation Limited Palakkad ITI Worker Notification 2026: Eligibility, Pay and Offline Form Guide
Instrumentation Limited (IL), Palakkad has announced 9 vacancies for experienced ITI tradesmen in the Worker Grade ‘C’ category. The posts are Turner, Machinist, Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Electronics Mechanic and Diesel Mechanic. IL is a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Heavy Industry and one of the country’s leading control valve makers. The pay scale is ₹14,700 – ₹86,000 with DA, HRA and PF. If you have spent ten years on a valve shop floor, this is one of the rare PSU jobs that rewards exactly that experience.
There is no online form here. You must send the application by post so that it reaches IL Palakkad by 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM. These are Fixed Term Employment posts for 2 years, extendable by 2 more years. This guide covers each post, the experience rule, the fee by demand draft, the written and practical test, and the conditions that can get an application rejected. Read it fully before you post your envelope, and keep following GovtJobsAlert.in for updates.
Key Highlights of Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Recruitment 2026
Instrumentation Limited is a Central Public Sector Enterprise based at Kanjikode West, Palakkad in Kerala. This advertisement (Ref: ILP/P&A/FTE-03/2026, dated 01.10.2026) asks for experienced manpower on a fixed-term basis, not freshers.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Instrumentation Limited, Palakkad (CPSE, Ministry of Heavy Industry) |
| Advertisement No. | ILP/P&A/FTE-03/2026 dated 01.10.2026 |
| Post Category | Worker Grade ‘C’ on Fixed Term Employment |
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Pay Scale | ₹14,700 – ₹86,000 |
| Tenure | 2 years, extendable by 2 more years (maximum 4 years) |
| Mode of Application | Offline, by post or courier only |
| Job Location | Palakkad, Kerala |
| Last Date | 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM (application must reach) |
How Many Vacancies are in Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Recruitment 2026?
The notification lists seats department-wise. Turner appears twice, in Production and in Quality Control, and the two rows ask for different experience.
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Turner Gr ‘C’ | Production | 2 |
| Machinist Gr ‘C’ | Production | 1 |
| Fitter Gr ‘C’ | Production | 1 |
| Electrician Gr ‘C’ | Production | 1 |
| Welder Gr ‘C’ | Production | 1 |
| Electronics Mechanic Gr ‘C’ | Production | 1 |
| Turner Gr ‘C’ | Quality Control | 1 |
| Diesel Mechanic Gr ‘C’ | Plant Maintenance | 1 |
| Total | 3 departments | 9 |
The reservation is given only for the advertisement as a whole:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 7 |
| OBC | 1 |
| SC | 1 |
The notification does not say which post each OBC or SC seat belongs to. There is no seat marked for ST or EWS in this advertisement, so please read the reservation line carefully before you apply under a category.
What is the Eligibility for Instrumentation Limited Palakkad ITI Worker Posts 2026?
Educational Qualification and Experience
Every post needs an ITI pass in the same trade with the National Apprenticeship Certificate, plus minimum 10 years of experience. This is a good fit if you are among the ITI holders looking for government jobs with long industry experience.
| Post (Department) | Qualification | Experience (minimum 10 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Turner (Production) | ITI (Turner) + NAC | Any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company, on heavy duty lathes and CNC turning centres |
| Machinist (Production) | ITI (Machinist) + NAC | Any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company, on milling, drilling, slotting machines and machining centres |
| Fitter (Production) | ITI (Fitter) + NAC | Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing, assembly and testing, and pneumatic tubing of valve accessories |
| Electrician (Production) | ITI (Electrician) + NAC | Any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company, in electrical actuator wiring and testing, and wiring of Power Cylinder accessories |
| Welder (Production) | ITI (Welder) + NAC | Any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company, in hardfacing, heat treatment, welding joints, flow elements welding and SS cladding |
| Electronics Mechanic (Production) | ITI (Electronics Mechanic) + NAC | Any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company, in Limit switches and Junction boxes wiring of valve accessories |
| Turner (Quality Control) | ITI (Turner) + NAC | Inward material inspection of pressure vessel parts in the control valve industry, plus minimum NDT Level-II certification in RT, UT, MPI and LPT with practical experience in these inspections |
| Diesel Mechanic (Plant Maintenance) | ITI (Diesel Mechanic) + NAC | Relevant industrial experience in the mechanical maintenance section of a plant maintenance department, preferably in a control valve / industrial valve or similar engineering manufacturing industry; preventive and breakdown maintenance, troubleshooting, alignment, lubrication, bearing replacement and restoring machinery to service |
Note the cut-off: only candidates who meet this job specification as on the date of advertisement (01.10.2026) should apply. Experience gained after that date will not count. Experience is the main filter in this recruitment, so make sure your experience certificates together clearly cover at least 10 years in the kind of work named for your post, up to 01.10.2026. The Quality Control Turner post is the one most people will miss on: without the NDT Level-II certificate in all four methods, it is not open to you.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 42 years as on the date of advertisement. The notification gives these relaxations:
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| UR | No relaxation (maximum 42 years) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| PwBD (minimum 40% disability) | 10 years |
| Ex-servicemen | As per government guidelines |
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Medical Standards
Provisionally selected candidates must pass a Pre-Employment Medical Examination at the IL Dispensary before joining. No relaxation in health standards is allowed. Candidates with colour blindness applying for these technical positions will not be considered, so they need not apply.
What is the Salary for Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Worker Posts 2026?
All posts carry the same Worker Grade ‘C’ scale. A person hired on Fixed Term Employment is placed at the minimum of the scale.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Scale | ₹14,700 – ₹86,000 |
| Starting Basic Pay | ₹14,700 (minimum of the scale) |
| Allowances | DA, HRA, PF and other statutory benefits as for regular employees of the grade |
| Increment | Annual increment during the tenure, subject to satisfactory performance |
| Casual Leave | 12 days per calendar year, on pro-rata basis |
| Earned Leave | 2.5 days of earned leave with pay, with encashment at year end and at separation |
| Surety | 5% of monthly pay deducted, returned without interest after the tenure |
Two points matter here. First, FTE staff are not entitled to any other allowance or benefit beyond those listed. Second, the 5% surety is not returned if you leave the company or your Fixed Term Employment is terminated before the tenure ends. Think about this before you resign from a stable private job.
What is the Selection Process for IL Palakkad Worker Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written Test | 40 marks, on subjects studied in ITI in your trade |
| Practical Test | 60 marks, job work related to your trade, held at IL Palakkad |
| Document Verification | Originals produced at the written/practical test |
| Medical Examination | Pre-Employment Medical Examination at the IL Dispensary |
| Verification | Caste, Character and Antecedents, as the case may be |
Meeting the eligibility does not guarantee a call letter. Management can raise the standard to limit the number of candidates called for the test, and can reject an application without giving a reason. Call letters and other messages come by e-mail and Speed Post. Your practical skill carries more marks than the written paper, so revise your trade theory but keep your hands in practice too. Our preparation strategy guides can help you plan the written part.
Which Conditions Can Get Your IL Palakkad Application Rejected?
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Late application | Late applications will not be considered; IL is not responsible for postal delay or non-receipt |
| Govt./PSU/Semi-Govt./Autonomous employees | Apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate at the test, failing which you will not be permitted to appear |
| Original documents | Failure to produce originals at the test means you will not be allowed to appear, and no TA will be paid |
| Incomplete form | Incomplete applications or those not in the prescribed format will be rejected |
| Fee | Applications without a proper Demand Draft (except PwD) will be summarily rejected |
| Mode | Applications sent by Fax, E-mail or By hand will not be accepted |
| False information | Liable for rejection at any stage, even after engagement |
| Canvassing | Any canvassing or outside influence is reason for disqualification |
| One post only | Apply for one post only and mention the name of the post applied for in the form; the application cannot be altered later |
| Category and address | Category, mailing address and discipline cannot be changed after you apply |
| Offer acceptance | Accept within one week of the offer, otherwise it goes to the next candidate in merit |
| Nature of job | Purely temporary, not against a permanent vacancy, and gives no right to regular employment |
| Nationality | Only Indian nationals need apply |
The company shall not be liable for any damage, injury or loss to the individual during the selection process and journey, and the decision of the Management on selection is final. Any dispute falls under the courts at Palakkad, Kerala.
How to Apply for Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Recruitment 2026 by Post?
This is an offline, by-post application. There is no online submission.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the prescribed application format from the IL Palakkad official website (link in Essential Links below) |
| 2 | Fill it in, name the one post you are applying for, give a valid e-mail ID and mobile number, and affix a passport size photograph |
| 3 | Attach self-attested photocopies of certificates for qualification, age, category and experience, plus your category certificate if you claim one |
| 4 | Enclose an account payee Demand Draft in favour of Instrumentation Limited, payable at Palakkad (not needed for PwD) |
| 5 | Put everything in a sealed cover superscribed “Application for the post of ____” with your post name |
| 6 | Send it by Ordinary post, Speed post, Registered post or Courier to: Manager (P&A), Instrumentation Limited, Kanjikode West, Palakkad-678 623 |
| 7 | Make sure it reaches by 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
Write your name and address on the back of the Demand Draft. Keep the e-mail ID you enter active for at least one year, because IL will send test intimation there. If you serve in Govt., PSU, semi-Govt. or autonomous bodies, arrange your NOC now; it can stop you at the test gate. Each candidate who attends the test gets III AC train fare by the shortest route on proof of travel.
What are the Important Dates for Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 01 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Written / Practical Test | To be intimated by e-mail and Speed Post |
What is the Application Fee for IL Palakkad Worker Posts 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | ₹500 (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST | ₹250 processing fee (non-refundable) |
| PwD | No fee |
Pay only by an account payee Demand Draft from any Scheduled Bank, in favour of Instrumentation Limited, payable at Palakkad. No other mode of payment is accepted.
Essential Links for Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Recruitment 2026
- Download Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Worker Notification PDF
- Visit Instrumentation Limited Palakkad Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have ten years in valve manufacturing and the right ITI and apprenticeship papers, this is a fair chance to move into a central PSU at Palakkad. Post your application early, because it must reach IL by 26 October 2026, 5:00 PM, and postal delays are your risk. For more government jobs in Kerala, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in.