Ordnance Factory Chanda DBW 2026 Notification: 400 Tenure Based Contract Posts at MIL Defence Unit
Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCH) — a unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India — has released a major recruitment notification (No.2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026) for engagement of 400 Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker) personnel on contract basis. Selected candidates will work in the manufacturing and handling of military explosives and ammunition at the Chandrapur defence facility, with a Basic Pay of ₹19,900 + DA. This is an excellent opportunity for NCTVT/NAC certified Trade Apprentices looking for Defence sector government jobs in Maharashtra.
This is an offline recruitment — there is no online application portal. Applications must be submitted by Speed Post / Registered Post or hand delivery to the Central Registry, Ordnance Factory Chanda, Chandrapur – 442501 (Maharashtra). The last date for receipt of filled application forms is 08 May 2026 (21 days from the date of publication in Employment News/Newspaper). Below we have explained vacancies, eligibility, pay, selection process and the full offline application procedure in simple English. Please read everything carefully before sending your application.
Key Highlights — OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026
Ordnance Factory Chanda is one of the largest ammunition-producing units under Munitions India Limited, a 100% Government-owned Defence Public Sector Undertaking. DBW posts are engaged on a 1-year contract extendable up to a maximum of 4 years based on factory requirement and performance. Selection is on the basis of NCTVT (NAC) marks + Trade Test (no written exam).
- Recruiting Body: Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCH) — A Unit of Munitions India Limited
- Advt. No.: 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026
- Post Name: Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker)
- Total Vacancies: 400
- Engagement Type: Tenure-based contract — initial 1 year, extendable up to 4 years (max)
- Skill Level: Skilled
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900 + DA (daily rate = 1/30th of basic pay per day of 8 hours)
- Minimum Qualification: NCTVT / NAC in AOCP or approved feeder trades
- Age Limit: 18 – 40 years (as on last date of receipt of application)
- Job Location: Ordnance Factory Chanda, Chandrapur, Maharashtra
- Application Mode: Offline only (Speed Post / Registered Post / Hand Delivery)
- Last Date to Apply: 08 May 2026
OFB Chanda DBW Vacancy Breakdown 2026
The 400 vacancies are distributed category-wise as per Central Government reservation policy. Ex-Servicemen reservation (40) is horizontal and already included within the 400 posts. The post is NOT identified for PwBD candidates.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 162 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL) | 108 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 30 |
| Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) | 40 |
| Total | 400 |
Horizontal reservation: Ex-Servicemen – 40 (within 400). The actual number of posts may increase or decrease as per factory requirement at the time of selection. PwBD – post not identified, hence PwBD candidates are not eligible to apply.
OFB Chanda DBW Eligibility Criteria 2026
Before applying, carefully match your trade certificate and age with the conditions below. This recruitment is for NCTVT / NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) holders only — not a 10th/12th-pass recruitment.
Educational Qualification
- Primary Trade: NCTVT / NAC in AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant)
- Feeder Trades (in priority order): IMCP (Instrument Mechanic Chemical Plant), MMCP (Maintenance Mechanic Chemical Plant), LACP (Laboratory Assistant Chemical Plant), PPO (Plant & Power Operator), Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic.
- Priority order for call letters: AOCP Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories first → AOCP from Govt/Private with Govt affiliation → other feeder trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories and Govt/Private organisations → candidates from Government ITIs.
- Compulsory Training: 1-month in-house training on Safe Handling of Explosives & safety norms for AOCP candidates. Other feeder trade candidates must complete 1-month training + 2-month On-Job training before job deployment.
Age Limit (as on Last Date of Application)
- Minimum Age: 18 years | Maximum Age: 40 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 years (for SC/ST reserved posts only) | OBC-NCL – 3 years (for OBC reserved posts only) | Ex-Servicemen – period of Military Service + 3 years
PwBD Eligibility
The post is NOT identified for PwBD candidates as per the notification. PwBD candidates may not apply for this recruitment. This is in line with defence sector explosives-handling safety norms.
What is the Salary for OFB Chanda DBW 2026?
Selected candidates are engaged as tenure-based contract workers with a daily-wage structure based on monthly basic pay of ₹19,900 + DA. Night shift deployment happens only in case of production exigency. An annual increment of 3% on Basic Pay is granted per year during the tenure (rounded to the next ₹10), subject to satisfactory performance.
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900 + DA (Skilled category)
- Daily Remuneration: 1/30th of basic pay per day of 8 hours + Central DA as prevalent
- Allowances: House Rent Allowance (if company quarter not available), Risk Allowance, Night Duty Allowance (when deployed in night shift)
- Annual Increment: 3% on Basic Pay per year during tenure
- Other Benefits: EPF coverage, Employees’ Compensation Act 1923 coverage, Bonus (as per Bonus Act 1965), Company Holidays at par with regular employees
In-hand monthly remuneration at entry is approximately ₹28,000 – ₹33,000 depending on DA rate, allowances and night shift deployment.
Please note — tenure-based personnel are not entitled to promotions, OT allowance, loans/advances, or other regular-employee privileges. This is a fixed-term contract engagement, not a permanent post.
What is the Selection Process for OFB Chanda DBW 2026?
Selection is a three-stage merit-based process. There is no separate written examination — existing NCTVT (NAC) marks are used along with a Trade Test to prepare the final merit list.
- Stage 1 — NCTVT (NAC) Marks Evaluation (80% weightage)
- Stage 2 — Trade Test / Practical Test (20% weightage)
- Stage 3 — Document Verification for candidates qualifying in order of merit
Merit Calculation: Combined marks — NCTVT (NAC) 80% + Trade Test/Practical Test 20%. Cut-off percentage for calling candidates to Trade Test will be decided by Ordnance Factory Chanda based on total NCTVT marks. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via post and email — no communication through phone/messenger is entertained.
Tie-breaking preference: Ex-Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories, followed by other candidates as per the priority order mentioned in the notification.
How to Apply Offline for OFB Chanda DBW 2026?
This is an offline recruitment — there is NO online application portal. Candidates must send their filled application forms by Speed Post / Registered Post or submit by hand delivery at the Central Registry of Ordnance Factory Chanda.
- Download and print the Application Form from the official notification PDF.
- Fill up the Application Form in BLOCK LETTERS only — no abbreviations or overwriting.
- Read the detailed terms & conditions carefully before signing the declaration.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents — NCTVT/NAC, ITI certificate, mark sheets, age proof, caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), EWS certificate, ex-serviceman proof, experience certificate if any.
- OBC candidates must sign the undertaking in the format at Appendix-I of the Application Form.
- Enclose two extra photographs self-attested on the backside.
- Clearly superscribe the envelope as: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS”.
- Send by Speed Post / Registered Post to: The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District: Chandrapur, Maharashtra, PIN – 442501 — OR submit by hand at Central Registry, OFCH.
- Keep proof of postal dispatch / hand delivery acknowledgement for records.
Important Dates — OFB Chanda DBW 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | April 2026 |
| Application Begin | 18 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 08 May 2026 |
| Closing as per PDF | 21 days from publication in Employment News / Newspaper |
| Trade Test / Practical Test | To be announced (intimated via post & email) |
| Document Verification | To be announced |
Application Fees — OFB Chanda DBW 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | Nil (No fee) |
| SC / ST / Ex-Servicemen | Nil (No fee) |
No application fee is charged for any category — as per Clause 5 of the official notification. Mere submission of application does not guarantee a call letter for Trade Test. OFCH is not responsible for postal delays.
Essential Links — OFB Chanda DBW 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Munitions India Limited Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Maharashtra Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
This is a strong opportunity for ITI/NCTVT-qualified candidates to join India’s defence production ecosystem, even if on a tenure basis. Post the contract period, many DBWs get opportunities to apply for regular posts in MIL and sister factories. Prepare your documents neatly, send your application via Speed Post well before 08 May 2026, and keep your postal receipt safe. For more Defence recruitment alerts and Ordnance Factory updates, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in — we bring every Munitions India / Ordnance Factory notification the moment it’s official.