AVNL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 1213 Posts – Junior Technician, Junior Manager & More | Check Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has released a massive recruitment notice for 1213 vacancies across Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager, Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, and Consultant posts. These are Fixed Term Employment (FTE) roles spread across AVNL units in Chennai, Jabalpur, Medak, and Ambernath. Online applications opened on 11 July 2026 and close on 25 July 2026, making this one of the biggest defence-sector hiring drives of the year. Candidates looking for stable government-linked jobs in engineering and technician trades should not miss this opportunity.
🏢 Organization Details
- Recruiting Body: Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) – A Govt. of India Enterprise, Ministry of Defence
- Post Name: Consultant / Additional General Manager / Deputy General Manager / Senior Manager / Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager / Junior Manager / Junior Technician
- Advertisement No: AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06
- Job Location: Avadi (Chennai) – Head Office; postings across HVF, EFA, OFMK, MTPF, D2C-HVF, D2C-OFMK, VFJ, IOLAV, IOLAM, AVNLCO, and other project locations across India
The AVNL company is one of the recently established Defence PSUs which manufacture Main Battle Tanks, Infantry Combat Vehicles, and various other mobility systems. The importance of the company lies in the fact that it is part of India’s Defence Manufacturing Industry. Being a PSU of the Ministry of Defence, this company is one of the most suitable employment options for engineering and ITI students due to job security and well-defined pay scales.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Posts: 1213 (Non-Executive: 1005 + Executive: 208)
Non-Executive Posts (Junior Technician) — Category-wise Total
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 461 |
| SC | 151 |
| ST | 46 |
| OBC-NCL | 257 |
| EWS | 90 |
| Total | 1005 |
Horizontal reservation: VH-11, HH-10, OH-09, MD-09, Ex-Servicemen-108
Executive Posts — Category-wise Total
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 130 |
| SC | 20 |
| ST | 06 |
| OBC-NCL | 39 |
| EWS | 13 |
| Total | 208 |
Horizontal reservation: HH-01, OH-02, MD-01
Given that there are more than a thousand openings, there will certainly be keen competition, particularly in the category of Junior Technician (Fitter General), in which there are no less than 400 positions available. There is proper reservation for candidates from this category, and hence it is advisable to verify the quota.
🎓 Discipline & Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician (all 13 trades) | NTC/NAC in relevant trade from NCVT |
| Junior Manager (Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical/Metallurgy) | B.E./B.Tech in respective discipline |
| Junior Manager (Human Resources) | Graduate + MBA(HR) or PG Diploma in HR/PM&IR (2 yrs) |
| Junior Manager (Official Language) | Degree + Diploma in Hindi Translation or M.A. Hindi |
| Junior Manager (Artificial Intelligence) | B.E./B.Tech CSE/IT/AI&ML/ECE |
| Junior Manager (Finance & Accounts) | Graduate in Commerce/Economics |
| Assistant Manager (Civil/Finance/Company Secretary) | B.E. Civil / MBA(Finance) / CS with ICSI membership |
| Deputy Manager (IT/PR/Marketing/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/AI) | Relevant B.E./B.Tech or PG degree |
| Consultant (Finance & Audit) | CA with 10 years’ experience |
| Additional General Manager (Business Development) | Retired Army Colonel (Armoured Corps/Ordnance/Infantry), 15 yrs experience |
| Deputy General Manager (Company Secretary) | CS qualification, 9 yrs experience |
| Senior Manager (Cyber Security) | B.E./B.Tech Cyber Security/CSE/IT or MCA + relevant experience |
| Senior Manager (Intellectual Property) | Science/Engg degree + 6 yrs experience + registered Patent Agent |
The technical trades also allow equivalents from engineering disciplines — for instance, Electrical & Communication, Electrical & Instrumentation are considered equivalent to basic Electronics. This makes more candidates eligible; hence, study the equivalence table from the official notification before ruling yourself out.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
The official notification does not mention the minimum marks required for the written test, as per the different categories. The candidates will be selected based on their merit ranking in the CBT, as outlined in the Selection Procedure section below. However, it is important that the candidates try their level best in scoring as high marks as possible in the exam.
🎂 Age Limit
| Post Level | Age Limit (as on closing date of registration) |
|---|---|
| Junior Technician, Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager | Up to 30 years (Maximum 55 years with all relaxations) |
| Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, Consultant | Below 65 years (inclusive of all relaxations) |
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST candidates: +5 years
- OBC-NCL candidates: +3 years
- PwBD candidates: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per Govt. guidelines
- Ex-Trade Apprentice of AVNL: Relaxable by period of apprenticeship training undergone
Age is calculated strictly as on the closing date of online registration, so double-check your date of birth documents (Class X certificate, PAN, Aadhaar) before applying, since any mismatch can cause rejection later.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs. 300/- (non-refundable) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / XSM / Female candidates | No fee |
Payment Mode: Online only — Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
Since there are no conditions under which the payment can be refunded, it would be sensible to check your eligibility in terms of age, qualifications, and category before making the payment.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — for all posts except Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, Additional General Manager, and Consultant
- Interview — for Junior Manager, Assistant Manager, Deputy Manager (weightage 15%)
- Trade Test (Practical) — for Junior Technician posts (qualifying nature only, merit decided by CBT marks)
- Interview + Assessment Parameters (Presentation, Experience, Expertise, Knowledge) — for Senior Manager, DGM, AGM, Consultant (no CBT)
Candidates who pass the CBT will be shortlisted for the Interview/Trade Test in the proportion of 1:3 (post: candidates). The above procedure will ensure that both the theoretical and practical aspects are evaluated, therefore, preparation for the CBT as well as the interview/trade phase is crucial to getting the job.
📚 Examination Syllabus
Exam Mode: Computer Based Test (CBT), Objective Multiple Choice, 100 Marks, 2 Hours, No Negative Marking
PART-A (General Paper – 50 Marks)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 10 | 10 |
| General English | 10 | 10 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
| Reasoning Ability | 10 | 10 |
| Computer Aptitude | 10 | 10 |
(Difficulty level: up to 10th standard for Junior Technician; Graduate level for other posts)
PART-B (Subject Paper – 50 Marks)
- Junior Technician: NCVT syllabus of the relevant trade
- Junior/Assistant/Deputy Manager: Questions from the relevant discipline
Weightage: 100% written exam for Junior Technician; 85% written + 15% interview for Junior Manager/Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager.
Knowledge of the right division between General Paper and Subject Paper is going to enable one to manage time for preparation effectively, with technicians concentrating more on their NCVT trade syllabus and degree holders preparing themselves for aptitude and core engineering subjects.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Commencement of Online Application | 11.07.2026 (10:00 AM onwards) |
| Closing Date of Online Application | 25.07.2026 (11:55 PM) |
| CBT/Exam Date | To be notified on AVNL website |
With barely two weeks between opening and closing, candidates should not delay — start gathering documents and filling the form early to avoid last-minute technical glitches on the portal.
📝 How to Apply
Step 1 – Registration
- Visit AVNL website and click “Careers” at https://avnl.co.in
- Go to Career → Register
- Fill Post name, Post Code, Name, Mobile Number, Email ID
- Generate OTP, enter Captcha and Submit
- Enter OTP, accept Terms & Conditions
- Re-verify entered details, submit registration
- Receive Registration Number, Login ID & Password on email/mobile
Step 2 – Filling Application Form
- Login using ID & Password
- Fill complete application form
- Upload Photograph, Signature, and required documents (DOB proof, Educational Qualification, Category Certificate, Apprenticeship Certificate, PwBD/XSM if applicable)
- Preview and edit if required (Name, Post, Email, Mobile cannot be changed after submission)
- Submit by clicking “I Agree” and entering Captcha
Step 3 – Fee Payment
- Choose payment mode
- Complete payment via the payment gateway (do not refresh or go back mid-payment)
- Download the Application/Registration slip after successful payment
It is important that you choose the choice of having all units whenever there is a post available, since not choosing this option might reduce your chances of getting posted. Please refer to this important instruction before completing your application.
📜 General Conditions
- Qualifications must be from UGC/AICTE/State or Central Govt. recognized institutions; trade certificates from NCVT-recognized ITIs only
- Category selected in the form cannot be changed later
- AVNL reserves the right to cancel/increase/decrease vacancies without notice
- Candidates must ensure eligibility on all fronts (age, post, unit, vacancy); false claims lead to automatic cancellation, even post-appointment
- Canvassing in any form disqualifies the candidate
- All disputes are subject to Chennai jurisdiction only
- Assistive devices/scribes for PwBD candidates allowed with prior permission via email to [email protected]
Such criteria have been laid down to maintain fairness in a massive recruitment campaign, so please read the notice fully — even minor discrepancies in documentation, such as non-matching DOB on Class X marksheet, PAN, and Aadhaar, may result in rejection.
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: https://avnl.co.in (Careers section)
- Official Notification/Website: https://avnl.co.in
- Help Desk (Application/Fee issues): 022-61087565 (Mon–Fri, 10 AM–5 PM)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The online application closes on 25.07.2026 at 11:55 PM. Applications opened on 11.07.2026.
Eligible Indian Nationals who meet the age and qualification criteria for the specific post — ranging from NCVT trade certificates for Junior Technicians to B.E./B.Tech and specialized experience for managerial and senior posts — can apply.
There are 1213 total vacancies — 1005 in Non-Executive (Junior Technician) posts and 208 in Executive posts.
Salary ranges from around Rs. 25,050 + IDA for Junior Technician to Rs. 1,29,000 + IDA for Consultant, along with allowances like medical insurance, conveyance, and mobile charges.
Selection involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an Interview or Trade Test, depending on the post. Senior Manager, DGM, AGM, and Consultant posts skip the CBT and are selected through interview and assessment parameters.
General/EWS/OBC candidates pay Rs. 300, while SC/ST/PwBD/XSM and female candidates are exempted from the fee.
Test centres are located in Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Jabalpur, Nagpur, Pune, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Kanpur.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This post is created for informational purposes only, based on the official AVNL recruitment notice (Advt. No. AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06). Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details — dates, eligibility, vacancy numbers, and fees — from the official AVNL website (https://avnl.co.in) or the original notification PDF before applying. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) is not responsible for any mismatch, error, or update in the information presented here.

| Advertisement No. | AVNL/CO/HR/2026/06 |
| Total Vacancies | 1213 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 11 Jul 2026 — 25 Jul 2026 Live · 11 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 All India |
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