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AVNL Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 1,213 Junior Technician, Manager & Other Posts
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, has officially released the AVNL Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advt. No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06) for 1,213 vacancies on a Fixed Term Employment basis. The recruitment includes Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Manager, Consultant, Deputy General Manager, and Additional General Manager posts across various AVNL units in India.
Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 11 July 2026 to 25 July 2026 through the official AVNL website.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) |
| Advertisement No. | AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 |
| Post Name | Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager & Others |
| Total Vacancies | 1,213 |
| Job Type | Fixed Term Employment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 July 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Official Website | https://avnl.co.in |
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | July 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 11 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 July 2026 |
| CBT Exam Date | To be Announced |
| Interview / Trade Test | To be Announced |
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
The Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) has announced 1,213 vacancies under AVNL Recruitment 2026, including 1,005 Junior Technician (Non-Executive) posts and 208 Executive posts on a Fixed Term Employment basis. Candidates from ITI, Diploma, Engineering, MBA, CA, Company Secretary, and other professional backgrounds can apply online before 25 July 2026. The complete vacancy distribution is given below.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Non-Executive – Junior Technician)
A total of 1,005 Junior Technician vacancies have been announced across Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), Engine Factory Avadi (EFA), Ordnance Factory Medak (OFMK), and Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF).
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician (Electrician) | 84 |
| Junior Technician (Electronic Mechanic) | 69 |
| Junior Technician (Electroplater) | 04 |
| Junior Technician (Fitter – General) | 400 |
| Junior Technician (Foundrymen) | 31 |
| Junior Technician (Forger & Heat Treater) | 02 |
| Junior Technician (Machinist) | 216 |
| Junior Technician (Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance) | 23 |
| Junior Technician (OMHE at Raw Material Handling Plant) | 66 |
| Junior Technician (Painter – General) | 10 |
| Junior Technician (Quality Assurance Assistant) | 44 |
| Junior Technician (Rigger) | 01 |
| Junior Technician (Welder) | 55 |
| Total | 1,005 |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 461 |
| SC | 151 |
| ST | 46 |
| OBC-NCL | 257 |
| EWS | 90 |
| Total | 1,005 |
Horizontal Reservation
- Visually Handicapped (VH): 11
- Hard of Hearing (HH): 10
- Orthopedically Handicapped (OH): 09
- Multiple Disabilities (MD): 09
- Ex-Servicemen (Ex-SM): 108
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details (Executive Posts)
AVNL has also announced 208 Executive vacancies in various engineering, management, finance, HR, IT, AI, cyber security, and administrative disciplines.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Manager (Electrical) | 18 |
| Junior Manager (Electronics) | 30 |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | 8 |
| Junior Manager (Mechanical) | 92 |
| Junior Manager (Metallurgy) | 8 |
| Junior Manager (Official Language) | 4 |
| Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | 3 |
| Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | 2 |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 2 |
| Assistant Manager (Civil) | 1 |
| Assistant Manager (Company Secretary) | 1 |
| Deputy Manager (Mechanical) | 13 |
| Deputy Manager (Electrical) | 2 |
| Deputy Manager (Electronics) | 6 |
| Deputy Manager (Information Technology) | 3 |
| Deputy Manager (Marketing) | 7 |
| Deputy Manager (Public Relations & Corporate Communication) | 1 |
| Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | 1 |
| Consultant (Finance & Audit) | 1 |
| Additional General Manager (Business Development) | 2 |
| Deputy General Manager (Company Secretary) | 1 |
| Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | 1 |
| Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | 1 |
| Total | 208 |
Executive Category-wise Vacancies
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 130 |
| SC | 20 |
| ST | 6 |
| OBC-NCL | 39 |
| EWS | 13 |
| Total | 208 |
Horizontal Reservation (Executive)
- Hard of Hearing (HH): 01
- Orthopedically Handicapped (OH): 02
- Multiple Disabilities (MD): 01
AVNL Recruitment 2026 PwBD-Suitable Posts
The following posts are identified as suitable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
| Post | Suitable Disabilities |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician (Electrician) | OL, LC, AAV, D, LV |
| Junior Technician (Electronic Mechanic) | LV, HH, OL, LC, BL, D, AAV |
| Junior Technician (Fitter – General) | LV, HH, OL, BL, LC, D, AAV |
| Junior Technician (Machinist) | LV, HH, OL, LC, AAV |
| Junior Technician (Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance) | HH, OL, LC, D, AAV |
| Junior Technician (Quality Assurance Assistant) | HH, OL, BL, LC, D, AAV |
| Junior Technician (Welder) | HH, OL, D, AAV |
| Junior Manager (Electronics) | HH, LD, OL, OA, LC, D, AAV |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | LV, HH, LD, OL, OA, LC, D, AAV |
| Junior Manager (Mechanical) | HH, OL, OA, LC, D, AAV |
PwBD Abbreviations
- OL – One Leg
- BL – Both Legs
- LC – Leprosy Cured
- AAV – Acid Attack Victim
- LV – Low Vision
- HH – Hard of Hearing
- OA – One Arm
- LD – Locomotor Disability
- D – Dwarfism
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for AVNL Recruitment 2026 must fulfill the educational qualifications prescribed for their respective posts. The eligibility requirements vary for Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Manager, Consultant, and other executive-level posts. Before submitting the application form, candidates should carefully check the required qualifications mentioned below.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Educational Qualification
Junior Technician Posts (Post Code 01–13)
Candidates applying for Junior Technician posts must possess:
- National Trade Certificate (NTC) or
- National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)
issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT) in the relevant trade.
Eligible trades include:
- Electrician
- Electronic Mechanic
- Electroplater
- Fitter (General)
- Forger & Heat Treater
- Foundrymen
- Machinist
- Mechanic Machine Tool Maintenance
- OMHE at Raw Material Handling Plant
- Painter (General)
- Quality Assurance Assistant
- Rigger
- Welder
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Executive Posts Qualification
| Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Manager (Mechanical) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Electronics) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Metallurgy) | B.E./B.Tech in Metallurgy Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | Graduate in any discipline with MBA (HR) OR PG Diploma/PG Degree in HR, PM&IR, Personnel Management, Industrial Relations, Social Science, Social Welfare or Social Work (2 years) |
| Junior Manager (Official Language) | Degree with 1-year Diploma in Hindi/Hindi Translation OR M.A. in Hindi/Hindi Translation |
| Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Electronics & Communication Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | Graduate Degree in Commerce or Economics |
| Assistant Manager (Civil) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | Graduate with MBA (Finance) OR PG Diploma/PG Degree in Finance & Accounts (2 years) |
| Assistant Manager (Company Secretary) | Graduate with Associate/Fellow Membership of ICSI |
| Deputy Manager (Information Technology) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Information Systems or equivalent discipline |
| Deputy Manager (Public Relations & Corporate Communication) | Post Graduate Degree in Journalism & Mass Communication |
| Deputy Manager (Marketing) | Graduate Degree with MBA in Marketing Management |
| Deputy Manager (Mechanical) | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Deputy Manager (Electrical) | B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Deputy Manager (Electronics) | B.E./B.Tech in Electronics Engineering or equivalent discipline |
| Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, AI & ML or Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Consultant (Finance & Audit) | Chartered Accountant with 10 years’ experience in Finance & Audit in Government Departments/PSUs |
| Additional General Manager (Business Development) | Retired Indian Army Officer (Minimum Colonel Rank) with 15 years’ relevant experience |
| Deputy General Manager (Company Secretary) | Graduate with Company Secretary qualification (ICSI) and minimum 9 years’ experience |
| Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | B.E./B.Tech in Cyber Security/Computer Science/IT or MCA with Cyber Security certification and prescribed experience |
| Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | Degree in Science/Engineering/Technology with 6 years’ experience in Patent Firm and valid Patent Agent Registration |
Desirable Qualifications
Some executive posts require or prefer additional technical expertise.
Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence)
Preferred knowledge in:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Machine Learning (ML)
- Electronic Warfare Systems
- Cyber Security
- Embedded Systems
- Counter Measure Techniques
Deputy Manager (Mechanical)
Candidates having experience in the following software will be preferred:
- Siemens NX
- SolidWorks
- CATIA
- Creo
- ANSYS
- ABAQUS
- HYPERMESH
- ADAMS
Deputy Manager (Electrical)
Desirable skills include:
- Servo Drives
- Electro-Mechanical Drives
- MATLAB Simulation
- Electrical Circuit Design
Deputy Manager (Electronics)
Preference will be given to candidates having knowledge of:
- Servo Drives
- Transducers & Sensors
- Communication Systems
- MATLAB Simulation
- Advanced Electronic Circuit Design
Deputy Manager (Artificial Intelligence)
Desirable qualification:
- M.Tech/M.E. in Artificial Intelligence
- Machine Learning
- Cyber Security
- Embedded Systems
- Electronic Warfare
AVNL Recognized Equivalent Engineering Disciplines
AVNL accepts several equivalent engineering branches for eligibility.
| Concerned Discipline | Accepted Equivalent Branches |
|---|---|
| Electronics | Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Electronics Design & Technology Engineering, Applied Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering, Electronics & Control Engineering |
| Mechanical | Mechanical Engineering, Industrial & Production Engineering, Mechanical Production & Tool Engineering, Production Engineering, Production Technology, Manufacturing Engineering, Production & Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Aerospace Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Automobile Engineering |
| Electrical | Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering |
| Computer Science | Computer Science Engineering, Information Technology Engineering |
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Junior Technician to Deputy Manager
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager & Consultant
- Maximum Age: 65 Years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.
AVNL Salary 2026
| Post | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician | ₹25,050 + IDA |
| Junior Manager | ₹34,500 + IDA |
| Assistant Manager | ₹45,000 + IDA |
| Deputy Manager | ₹55,500 + IDA |
| Senior Manager | ₹76,500 + IDA |
| Deputy General Manager | ₹87,000 + IDA |
| Additional General Manager | ₹1,08,000 + IDA |
| Consultant | ₹1,29,000 + IDA |
Additional benefits include:
- Annual Increment
- Provident Fund
- Gratuity
- Medical Facilities
- Earned Leave
- Casual Leave
- Medical Insurance Allowance
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹300 |
| SC / ST | Nil |
| PwBD | Nil |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil |
| Female Candidates | Nil |
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process differs according to the post applied for. Candidates applying for Junior Technician posts must qualify a Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by a Trade Test, while applicants for Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, and Deputy Manager posts will undergo both a CBT and an Interview. For senior-level positions such as Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, and Consultant, selection will be based entirely on interview and professional assessment without any written examination.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process for Junior Technician
Candidates applying for Junior Technician (Posts 01–13) will be selected through the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Trade Test (Practical)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Points
- The Trade Test is qualifying in nature.
- It will be conducted at the respective AVNL manufacturing unit.
- The Trade Test syllabus will be as per Annexure-A of the official notification.
- Final merit will be prepared only on the basis of CBT marks. Trade Test marks will not be included in the merit list.
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process for Junior Manager, Assistant Manager & Deputy Manager
Candidates applying for Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, and Deputy Manager posts will undergo:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Personal Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Interview Details
The interview carries 50 marks and contributes 15% weightage to the final selection.
During the interview, candidates will be assessed on:
- Technical Knowledge
- Subject Expertise
- Previous Work Experience
- Initiative and Leadership Skills
- Decision-Making Ability
- Overall Personality and Communication Skills
Final Merit
The final merit list will be prepared based on:
- 85% Weightage: Computer Based Test (CBT)
- 15% Weightage: Interview Performance
Selection Process for Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager & Consultant
There will be no Computer Based Test (CBT) for the following posts:
- Senior Manager
- Deputy General Manager
- Additional General Manager
- Consultant
Candidates will be selected through:
- Presentation
- Professional Experience Assessment
- Subject Expertise Evaluation
- Technical Knowledge Assessment
- Personal Interview
The interview and assessment process will be conducted at AVNL Corporate Office, Avadi (Chennai).
Shortlisting for Interview and Trade Test
After the CBT, AVNL will shortlist candidates in the ratio of 1:3 (one vacancy to three candidates) in each category.
- Junior Technician candidates will be called for the Trade Test.
- Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, and Deputy Manager candidates will be called for the Interview.
The final shortlisting ratio may be revised by AVNL depending on the number of candidates qualifying in the Computer Based Test.
Final Selection
The final selection will be subject to:
- Verification of Educational Qualifications
- Experience Certificate Verification (where applicable)
- Category Certificate Verification
- Character & Antecedent Verification
- Medical Fitness Examination conducted by AVNL
AVNL Recruitment 2026 Selection Process Summary
| Post Category | Selection Process |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician | CBT → Qualifying Trade Test → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Junior Manager | CBT → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Assistant Manager | CBT → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Deputy Manager | CBT → Interview → Document Verification → Medical Examination |
| Senior Manager | Presentation → Experience Assessment → Interview → Document Verification |
| Deputy General Manager | Presentation → Experience Assessment → Interview → Document Verification |
| Additional General Manager | Presentation → Experience Assessment → Interview → Document Verification |
| Consultant | Presentation → Experience Assessment → Interview → Document Verification |
AVNL CBT Exam Pattern
The Computer Based Test consists of 100 objective-type questions.
Part A (50 Marks)
- General Awareness
- General English
- Quantitative Aptitude
- Reasoning Ability
- Computer Aptitude
Part B (50 Marks)
- Trade/Discipline-specific Questions
Duration: 2 Hours
Negative Marking: No Negative Marking
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready:
- Class 10 Certificate
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Degree/ITI Certificate
- NCVT Certificate
- Category Certificate
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- PwBD Certificate
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Experience Certificate (for applicable posts)
How to Apply for AVNL Recruitment 2026?
Follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official AVNL website.
- Open the Careers section.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
- Verify all details carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Why Apply for AVNL Recruitment 2026?
- 1,213 Defence PSU vacancies
- Attractive salary up to ₹1.29 lakh per month
- Multiple engineering and technical posts
- Opportunity to work under the Ministry of Defence
- Medical benefits, PF, gratuity, and paid leave
- No application fee for SC/ST/Female/PwBD candidates
AVNL Executive and Non-Executive Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
AVNL Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in AVNL Recruitment 2026?
A total of 1,213 vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application is 25 July 2026 (11:55 PM).
Q3. What is the application fee?
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹300
- SC/ST/PwBD/Female/Ex-Servicemen: No Fee
Q4. What is the salary for Junior Technician?
The total monthly remuneration is ₹25,050 + IDA.
Q5. Is there negative marking in the CBT?
No. There is no negative marking in the AVNL Computer Based Test.
Conclusion
The AVNL Recruitment 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for ITI holders, engineering graduates, finance professionals, HR specialists, and experienced defence personnel to join one of India’s leading Defence Public Sector Undertakings. With 1,213 vacancies, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits, interested candidates should complete their online application before 25 July 2026 to avoid the last-minute rush. All details in this article are based on the official AVNL recruitment notification.
