Job Description
Overview
The Academy of Weapon Technology & Management (AWTM), Ichapur, operating under Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL), has announced a recruitment drive for 40 technical positions. These roles are based at the Gun & Shell Factory (GSF) in Kashipur on a contractual, tenure-based arrangement. This initiative aims to bolster production capabilities at the facility by engaging skilled tradespeople for an initial period of one year, with potential extensions based on performance evaluations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform precision machining and turning operations to meet production quality standards.
- Execute electrical maintenance and fitting tasks on factory machinery.
- Carry out mechanical fitting and assembly work as per technical specifications.
- Manage electroplating processes to ensure component durability and finish.
- Operate heat treatment equipment for metal hardening and tempering.
- Maintain safety protocols and operational logs during daily production cycles.
Why Apply
Joining this AWEIL unit offers exposure to specialized defence manufacturing environments. Selected candidates receive a structured salary package including Dearness Allowance and are eligible for EPF benefits, providing a stable professional experience in a government-enterprise setting.
Important Dates
- Start Date: 07 September 2026
- Last Date: 07 October 2026
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 40
- Pay Scale: CPC Level-1
- Location: Kashipur
- Category: Other Jobs
AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 Overview
Registration Date
07 Sep 2026 –
07 Oct 2026
Salary
CPC Level-1
Vacancies
40
Eligibility
Matriculation + ITI (NTC/NAC)
Vacancy Details
- Electrical Fitter: 4
- Mechanical Fitter: 14
- Machinist: 6
- Turner: 7
- Electroplater: 6
- Heat Treatment Operator: 3
How to Apply
- Visit the official website aweil.in/notice to download the application form.
- Print the form and fill in all details using Block Letters.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, age proof, and two recent passport-sized photographs signed on the back.
- OBC candidates must include the signed Undertaking (Appendix-1).
- Place the documents in an envelope and superscribe it: 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Trade Name] ON CONTRACT BASIS'.
- Mail the application to: The Chief General Manager, Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur, P.O.- Ichapur, Nawabganj, Dist. – 24 Parganas(N), PIN – 743144.
- Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for your records.
Cutoff Marks
Decided by AWTM, Ichapur based on NCVT trade examination marks.
Application Fee
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 100. SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen: Nil. Payment is accepted via Demand Draft in favor of 'Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore'.
Age Limit
18-35 years for General candidates. Relaxations: SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwD (10 years), Ex-Servicemen (Service + 3 years).
Selection Process
Selection is merit-based. Candidates are shortlisted for a Trade/Practical Test based on their NCVT examination marks. The final merit list is calculated using an 80:20 ratio, where 80% weightage is given to NCVT marks and 20% to the Trade Test. Following this, qualified candidates undergo Document Verification and a mandatory medical fitness examination.
Exam Pattern
The selection process involves a Trade/Practical Test conducted by AWTM, Ichapur. Merit is determined by combining NCVT exam scores and practical test performance. No written competitive exam is mentioned.
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Organization
Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. Established to manage various ordnance factories, it focuses on the production of advanced weaponry and equipment for the Indian armed forces. The organization operates multiple units, including the Academy of Weapon Technology & Management (AWTM) and the Gun & Shell Factory (GSF), ensuring high-quality manufacturing standards and technological innovation in the defence sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a recruitment drive by AWTM Ichapur (a unit of AWEIL, Ministry of Defence) for 40 tenure-based, contractual Technical trade posts at Gun & Shell Factory, Kashipur, under Advertisement No. 01/Hiring-GSF/AWTM/2026-27.
There are 40 vacancies across six trades: Electrical Fitter (4), Mechanical Fitter (14), Machinist (6), Turner (7), Electroplater (6), and Heat Treatment Operator (3).
The last date to submit your application is 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News, which is 07 October 2026.
Candidates must have passed Matriculation (Class 10) and hold a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade issued by the NCVT.
The age limit is 18 to 35 years for general candidates. Age relaxation is available for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates as per government norms.
The application fee is Rs. 100 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, payable via Demand Draft. SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates are exempted from the fee.
You must download the application form from the official website (aweil.in/notice), fill it out, and send it via post to the Chief General Manager, AWTM, Ichapur. Applications are accepted offline only.
Selection is based on merit, involving NCVT exam marks (80% weightage) and a Trade/Practical Test (20% weightage), followed by Document Verification and a medical fitness test.
