OF Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026 — 400 Vacancies

About This Job

Ordnance Factory Chanda has released notification for 400 Danger Building Worker (DBW) posts on tenure basis. Candidates with ITI/NAC certificate (NCVT) in AOCP or feeder trades can apply through offline mode. Last date to submit the application is 18 April 2026. Basic pay starts at Rs. 19,900 per month plus Dearness Allowance.

Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCh) DBW Recruitment 2026 - 400 Posts

Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCh), a unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL) under the Ministry of Defence, has announced recruitment for 400 Tenure Based Danger Building Worker positions at its Chandrapur facility in Maharashtra. This is a contract-based engagement, starting with one year and extendable up to four years depending on the factory's needs and your performance. There is no application fee and no written exam — selection is purely on merit. If you hold an NCVT certificate in AOCP or related industrial trades, this is a solid opportunity to work in India's defence production sector.

Vacancy Details

Category-wise Breakdown (Total: 400 Posts):

• UR (General): 162 posts
• OBC-NCL: 108 posts
• SC: 60 posts
• ST: 30 posts
• EWS: 40 posts
• Ex-Serviceman: 40 posts (Horizontal reservation)

Note: This post is not identified for PwBD candidates. Persons with disabilities are not eligible for this recruitment.

Who Can Apply?

• Main Trade (Priority): You need a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or National Trade Certificate (NTC) from NCVT in AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) trade. Candidates trained in AOCP at Ordnance Factories under erstwhile OFB or under Munitions India Limited will get priority.
• Feeder Trades (Also Eligible): IMCP, MMCP, LACP, Process Plant Operator (PPO), Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, and Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic.
• Training Experience: Candidates must have training or experience in manufacturing and handling of military explosives and ammunition, OR hold AOCP certification from a Government ITI or government-affiliated institute.

Age Limit

• You should be between 18 and 40 years old as on the last date of receipt of applications (18 April 2026).
• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation (up to 45 years)
• OBC-NCL candidates: 3 years relaxation (up to 43 years)
• Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation as per Government of India rules
• PwBD candidates are not eligible for this post.

Salary

• Basic Pay: Rs. 19,900 per month (Skilled level)
• Plus Dearness Allowance (DA) as per Central Government rules
• Other allowances as applicable
• Estimated in-hand salary: approximately Rs. 25,000 to Rs. 30,000 per month

Application Fee

• No application fee for any category
• The application is completely free for all candidates including General, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

Selection is based on merit — there is no written examination for this recruitment. The process has three stages:

1. Merit List Preparation: A combined merit list will be prepared based on your ITI/NAC marks. Priority is given to AOCP trade apprentices trained at Ordnance Factories. A separate merit list is prepared for candidates from other institutes.
2. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called for verification of all original certificates and documents.
3. Medical Examination: Candidates who clear document verification will undergo a medical fitness test as per the factory's requirements for working in danger buildings.

In case of a tie in merit marks, the candidate who is older in age will be placed higher in the merit list.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official Munitions India Limited website at munitionsindia.in and go to the Careers section.
2. Look for the heading "OF CHANDA - Applications are invited for the Post of Tenure Based Danger Building Worker" and download the notification PDF and application form.
3. Take a printout of the application form and fill it completely with correct details.
4. Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents.
5. Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the form.
6. Send the completed application by post to: Government of India, Ministry of Defence, Directorate of Ordnance (C & S), Ordnance Factory Chanda, Pin - 442501, Maharashtra.
7. Make sure your application reaches before 18 April 2026.

Applications received after the closing date or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Published: 28 March 2026 (Employment News)
• Application Start Date: 28 March 2026
• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 18 April 2026
• Merit List Date: To be announced

If the closing date falls on a factory holiday, the next working day will be treated as the closing date.

• Handle manufacturing and processing of military explosives and ammunition in designated danger buildings
• Operate chemical plant equipment and machinery as per standard operating procedures
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines strictly while working with hazardous materials
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the work area as per factory safety norms
• Assist senior workers and supervisors in daily production activities
• Report any safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, or irregularities to the shift supervisor immediately
• Keep proper records of production output and material usage during each shift