06th April 2026 by Mangala Kamble
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Overview – Ordnance Factory Khamaria Recruitment 2026
Ordnance Factory Khamaria (OFK), Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – a unit of Munitions India Ltd. and a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence – has released its official advertisement (Advt No. 03/GA/RC/Tenure/DBW/06/2026) inviting offline applications from eligible Indian citizens for the post of Tenure Based Danger Building Worker (DBW) on contract basis. A total of 350 vacancies are notified for skilled candidates holding NCVT (NAC) certification in AOCP trade or specified feeder trades. The engagement is initially for one year, extendable up to a maximum of four years based on factory requirement and individual performance. This is a rare opportunity to work with one of India’s premier defence manufacturing establishments. Interested and eligible candidates must apply by post before the closing date.
Key Highlights – Ordnance Factory Khamaria Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Ordnance Factory Khamaria (OFK), Munitions India Ltd. |
| Advertisement No. | 03/GA/RC/Tenure/DBW/06/2026 |
| Post Name | Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker) |
| Total Vacancies | 350 |
| Skill Level | Skilled |
| Remuneration | Rs. 19900/- + DA per month |
| Job Location | Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post Only) |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Contract Duration | Initially 1 Year (Extendable up to 4 Years) |
| Official Website | https://munitionsindia.in |
Why Apply for OFK DBW Recruitment 2026?
Prestigious Government of India Enterprise Ordnance Factory Khamaria operates under Munitions India Ltd., a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. Working here offers the prestige and job security associated with a central government defence organisation.
Attractive Monthly Remuneration Selected candidates will draw a basic pay of Rs. 19900/- per month along with Dearness Allowance (DA) as per Central Government norms, making the overall package highly competitive for skilled workers.
Annual Pay Increment An annual increment of 3% on Basic Pay is admissible during the tenure, subject to satisfactory performance, allowing candidates to progressively grow their earnings every year.
Night Duty and Risk Allowance Personnel deployed in night shifts will receive Night Duty Allowance at par with regular employees. Risk Allowance is also payable for hazardous work, at par with regular employees as per extant rules.
EPF, Compensation and Bonus Coverage Engaged personnel are covered under the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) scheme, the Employees’ Compensation Act 1923 (as amended in 2017), and are eligible for Bonus as per the Bonus Act, 1965.
Generous Leave Entitlements Personnel are entitled to 30 days of earned leave per year (2.5 days per month), which can be accumulated up to 30 days and encashed after one year. One day of Casual Leave per complete calendar month is also provided.
Accommodation and Safety Provisions Company quarters may be allotted wherever available. Personnel are provided with safety and protective gears, equipment, and kits as per company norms.
Women-Friendly Workplace Female personnel are entitled to Maternity Benefits as per the provisions of the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
Zero Application Fee The application fee is completely NIL for all categories – UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and Ex-Servicemen alike – making it accessible for every eligible candidate.
Merit-Based Transparent Selection The entire recruitment process is conducted purely on merit based on NCVT (NAC) marks and Trade Test/Practical Test, with no external influence permitted.
Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication | Published in Employment News (2026) |
| Closing Date for Receipt of Applications | 21 days from date of publication in Employment News |
| Trade Test / Practical Test Date | Intimated via e-mail to shortlisted candidates |
| Document Verification Date | Intimated via e-mail after Trade Test qualifying |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | Forwarded to candidates by e-mail only |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Remuneration | Skill Level | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | Ex-Serviceman (Horizontal) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenure Based DBW | Rs. 19900/- + DA | Skilled | 141 | 52 | 52 | 70 | 35 | 35 | 350 |
Note: The post is not identified for PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) candidates. PwBD candidates are not eligible to apply. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon the requirement of Ordnance Factory Khamaria.
Eligibility – Ordnance Factory Khamaria Recruitment 2026
Essential Qualification
Certification: NCVT – Candidates must hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) from NCTVT (now NCVT).
Primary Trade: AOCP – Attendant Operator Chemical Plant
Feeder Trades (Also Eligible to Apply)
Candidates holding NAC in the following feeder trades may also apply:
- Instrument Mechanic Chemical Plant (IMCP)
- Mechanical Maintenance Chemical Plant (MMCP)
- Laboratory Assistance Chemical Plant (LACP)
- Process Plant Operator (PPO)
- Fitter General
- Machinist
- Turner
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Electrician
- Electronic Mechanic
- Boiler Attendant
- Mechanic Industrial Electronics
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
Candidates from feeder trades, upon selection, will be engaged as Tenure Based DBW and must submit a consent/undertaking in the prescribed format (Appendix-I) along with the application form.
Nationality
Candidates must be citizens of India.
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General / UR | 18 to 40 years as on the last date of receipt of application |
| SC / ST | Upper age relaxable by 5 years (applicable only for posts reserved for SC/ST) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | Upper age relaxable by 3 years (applicable only for posts reserved for OBC) |
| Ex-Serviceman | Period of Military Service + 3 years |
Pay Scale & Remuneration
- Basic Pay: Rs. 19900/- per month
- Dearness Allowance (DA): Central DA as prevalent, applicable as per government norms
- House Rent Allowance (HRA): As per classification of cities, where company quarters are not allotted
- Annual Increment: 3% on Basic Pay per year (rounded to next ten rupees), subject to satisfactory performance
- Night Duty Allowance: At par with regular employees, for personnel deployed in night shift
- Risk Allowance: At par with regular employees, for similar hazardous work
- EPF: Applicable as per rules
- Bonus: Admissible as per the Bonus Act, 1965 (where applicable)
Remuneration is paid at the rate of 1/30th of the basic pay of the relevant pay scale plus DA for 8 hours of work per day.
Performance is assessed on a half-yearly basis. Personnel with satisfactory or above rating receive the annual increment. Personnel rated poor are given 3 months to improve; if performance remains poor, services may be terminated with 15 days’ notice.
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection is done based on marks scored in NCVT (NAC) and Trade Test/Practical Test only, strictly in order of merit.
Weightage of Marks
| Component | Weightage |
|---|---|
| NCVT (NAC) Examination Marks | 80% |
| Trade Test / Practical Test | 20% |
Order of Preference While Preparing Merit List
First Preference: AOCP Trade apprentices of Ordnance Factories and AOCP Trade apprentices from Government/Private Organisations having Government affiliation.
Second Preference: Feeder trade candidates (IMCP, MMCP, PPO, Fitter, Machinist, Turner, etc.) who have experience of working as DBW/CPW on tenure basis and hold a certificate of 3 months training (1 month in-house + 2 months On-Job training) from any MIL group of Ordnance Factories.
Third Preference: Feeder trade candidates from Ordnance Factories or Government/Private Organisations having Government affiliation, but without the 3-month training certificate.
Stages of Selection
- Shortlisting based on NCVT (NAC) marks – cut-off decided by OFK
- Trade Test / Practical Test
- Document Verification – merit-wise and category-wise, limited to number of notified posts
Resolution of Tie (in order)
- Ex-Trade Apprentice of AOCP Trade
- Ex-Trade Apprentice of Ordnance Factories
- Higher marks in NAC issued from NCVT
- Date of Birth – elder candidate given preference
Mandatory Training After Selection
AOCP candidates (non-Ordnance Factory apprentices): Compulsory 1 month extensive in-house training on safe handling of explosives, ammunition, safety norms, and Do’s and Don’ts before job deployment.
Feeder trade candidates: Compulsory 1 month in-house training followed by 2 months On-Job training before specific job deployment.
Application Fee
Nil – No application fee is required for any category of candidates.
How to Apply
- Download and print the Application Form from the official notification/website.
- Fill the form in Block Letters only.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Paste one recent passport-size photograph on the application form (self-attested on the front).
- Enclose two additional self-attested photographs with name and date of birth written on the back.
- Write the following superscription clearly on the envelope: APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS
- Send the completed application with all enclosures by post only to:
The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Khamaria, District: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – Pin 482005
Checklist of Documents to Enclose
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th class certificate)
- Educational Qualification Certificate
- NCTVT (NAC) Certificate
- NCTVT (NTC) Certificate from Govt. ITI (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if any)
- Certificate of 1 month in-house and 2 months On-Job training from any MIL group of factories (if applicable)
- Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in prescribed format
- Appendix-I – Declaration for feeder trade candidates (other than AOCP)
- Appendix-II – Declaration for OBC-NCL candidates
- Appendix-III – Declaration for Ex-Serviceman candidates
- Two photographs (one pasted on application form, one extra)
Important Instructions
- Only citizens of India fulfilling all eligibility conditions are eligible to apply.
- Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility requirements before applying; provisional admission to any stage does not guarantee final selection.
- Submission of false, incorrect, or incomplete information or bogus documents will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
- OBC-NCL candidates must submit a duly signed undertaking in Appendix-II format.
- SC/ST candidates will be reimbursed second-class TA for Document Verification only (not for Trade Test), on production of Govt. bus/train ticket and caste certificate. A Bank Details Form must be submitted for TA reimbursement.
- SC/ST candidates appearing for Trade Test/Practical Test must travel at their own expense.
- Mere submission of an application does not guarantee a Call Letter for Trade Test.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed via e-mail for the Trade Test.
- Admit Cards/Call Letters will be sent to candidates by e-mail only.
- E-mail ID and mobile number must remain active throughout the recruitment process.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- No correspondence or enquiry through phone or messenger will be entertained.
- OFK will not be responsible for non-receipt or late receipt of applications or call letters due to postal delays.
- Tenure-based personnel will not be entitled to promotions, OT allowance, medical facilities, LTC/LTA, loans and advances, school fee reimbursement, study leave, sponsorship for higher studies, or any other benefits admissible to regular workmen.
- The engagement can be terminated by either party by giving one month’s notice or payment of Basic Pay plus DA in lieu of notice.
- The Tenure Based Engagement will not confer any right to claim the status of a regular employee of the Company.
- Any dispute will be subject to courts/tribunals situated in Jabalpur only.
- Candidates are cautioned not to fall prey to unscrupulous elements offering appointments through illegal means. The entire selection process is merit-based and transparent.
FAQ
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in OFK DBW Recruitment 2026? A. A total of 350 vacancies are notified for the post of Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker).
Q2. What is the essential qualification for this post? A. Candidates must hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCVT in AOCP trade. Candidates from specified feeder trades such as IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, and others are also eligible.
Q3. What is the age limit? A. The age limit is between 18 and 40 years as on the last date of receipt of application for General/UR candidates. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, and Ex-Serviceman candidates as per rules.
Q4. What is the application fee? A. The application fee is NIL for all categories.
Q5. What is the mode of application? A. Applications must be submitted offline by post only. Online applications are not accepted.
Q6. What is the monthly remuneration? A. The remuneration is Rs. 19900/- per month plus Dearness Allowance (DA) and other applicable allowances such as HRA, Night Duty Allowance, and Risk Allowance.
Q7. What is the contract duration? A. The engagement is initially for one year, extendable up to a maximum of four years from the date of engagement based on factory requirement and individual performance.
Q8. Will tenure-based personnel become regular employees? A. No. The Tenure Based Engagement does not confer any right on the personnel to claim the status of a regular employee of the Company.
Q9. What is the selection process? A. Selection is based on NCVT (NAC) marks carrying 80% weightage and Trade Test/Practical Test carrying 20% weightage, followed by Document Verification in order of merit.
Q10. Are PwBD candidates eligible to apply? A. No. The post is not identified for PwBD (Person with Benchmark Disability) candidates. PwBD candidates are not eligible.
Q11. What is the last date to apply? A. Applications must reach the office within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
Q12. Where should the application be sent? A. Applications should be sent by post to: The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Khamaria, District: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – Pin 482005.
Q13. Is there any training after selection? A. Yes. AOCP candidates (non-Ordnance Factory apprentices) must complete 1 month of mandatory in-house training. Feeder trade candidates must complete 1 month in-house training plus 2 months of On-Job training before being deployed on specific jobs.
Q14. How will candidates receive Call Letters and Admit Cards? A. Admit Cards and Call Letters will be forwarded to shortlisted candidates by e-mail only. Candidates must keep their e-mail ID active throughout the recruitment process.
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