OFC Chanda Multi-Post Recruitment 2026 — 430 Posts

About This Job

Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCH), a unit of Munitions India Limited under the Ministry of Defence, is hiring 430 personnel on a tenure/contract basis — 400 Danger Building Workers (DBW) and 30 Project Engineers (Chemical and Mechanical). If you hold an NCVT/NAC certificate (for DBW) or a Degree/Diploma in Engineering with relevant apprenticeship experience (for Project Engineers), you can apply. The last date to send your offline application is 8 May 2026. The initial contract is for 1 year, extendable up to 4 years based on performance. Salary starts from Rs. 19,900 per month for DBW and up to Rs. 39,338 per month in the 4th year for Project Engineers.

Ordnance Factory Chanda DBW and Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 — 430 Posts

Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCH), a unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL), Chandrapur, Maharashtra — a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence — has released a notification and corrigendum for engagement of tenure-based personnel. This covers 400 Danger Building Workers (DBW) engaged in manufacturing and handling military explosives and ammunition, and 30 Graduate/Diploma Project Engineers in Chemical and Mechanical trades. No written examination is held for either post — selection is based on your ITI/NAC marks and a trade test (for DBW), or your degree/diploma marks and a personal interaction/interview (for Project Engineers). This is a great opportunity to work in India's premier defence manufacturing setup.

Vacancy Details

# Ex-Serviceman is Horizontal reservation. PwBD candidates are NOT eligible for DBW posts. PwBD (OA) — 1 seat each is available in Project Engineer Chemical and Mechanical posts.

Who Can Apply?

For Tenure Based DBW (400 Posts):

• Main Trade: NCVT (NAC — National Apprenticeship Certificate) in AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) trade. Priority is given to AOCP Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories and Government-affiliated organisations.
• Feeder Trades (if AOCP candidates are insufficient): IMCP, MMCP, LACP, 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 will undergo a compulsory 1-month in-house training on safe handling of explosives and ammunition before job deployment
• Candidates holding a DBW trade training completion certificate from an Ordnance Factory under MIL will get priority

For Project Engineer — Chemical Trade (15 Posts):

• Graduate: B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical Engineering, OR
• Diploma: Diploma in Chemical Engineering, OR
• Science Graduate: B.Sc. with Chemistry as one of the major subjects
• Plus: Apprenticeship in manufacturing/handling of ammunition and explosives (B.Sc. graduates may also hold apprenticeship in Chemical other than ammunition/explosives)

For Project Engineer — Mechanical Trade (15 Posts):

• Graduate: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, OR
• Diploma: Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• Plus: Apprenticeship in manufacturing/handling of ammunition and explosives

Age Limit

For DBW Posts:

• You should be between 18 and 40 years old as on the last date of receipt of application
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation (for posts reserved for SC/ST)
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation (for posts reserved for OBC)
• Ex-Serviceman: Period of Military Service + 3 years
• PwBD candidates are NOT eligible for DBW posts

For Project Engineer Posts:

• Maximum age: 30 years as on 04 February 2026
• SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years relaxation
• PwBD (UR): 10 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years; PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• Ex-Serviceman: Service rendered in Army/Navy/Air Force + 3 years
• If you are a former apprentice and the age bar comes in the way, it will be relaxed by the period of your apprenticeship training

Salary

For Tenure Based DBW:

• Basic Pay: Rs. 19,900 per month + Dearness Allowance (DA) as applicable
• Annual increment of 3% on satisfactory performance
• Also eligible for: HRA, Risk Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, EPF, Company Quarters (where available)

For Project Engineer (Chemical and Mechanical):

• 1st Year: Rs. 36,000 per month
• 2nd Year: Rs. 37,080 per month
• 3rd Year: Rs. 38,192 per month
• 4th Year: Rs. 39,338 per month
• Also eligible for: Industrial DA (IDA), HRA, EPF, Company Quarters (where available)

Application Fee

• All Categories: No fee — application is completely FREE

Selection Process (No Written Exam)

For DBW Posts:

1. NCTVT (NAC) Marks — Weightage 80%: Candidates are shortlisted based on marks scored in the National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) exam. Cut-off percentage is decided by OFCH.
2. Trade Test / Practical Test — Weightage 20%: Shortlisted candidates appear in a hands-on trade test at Ordnance Factory Chanda.
3. Document Verification: Candidates qualifying (in order of merit) are called for document verification. Number of candidates called equals number of notified posts (category-wise).

Final Merit = NAC Exam marks (80%) + Trade Test marks (20%)

For Project Engineer Posts:

1. Degree/Diploma Marks — Weightage 85%: Separate merit lists for Graduate and Diploma Project Engineers. Cut-off percentage for interview is decided by the factory.
2. Personal Interaction / Interview — Weightage 15%: Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview at Ordnance Factory Chanda.
3. Document Verification: Candidates who clear the interview are called for document verification.

Final Merit = Degree/Diploma Marks (85%) + Interview (15%)

How to Apply

1. Visit munitionsindia.in or ddpdoo.gov.in and go to the Careers section.
2. Download the Application Form for the post you are applying for (DBW or Project Engineer).
3. Fill in the form in BLOCK LETTERS only.
4. Paste a recent passport-size photograph (self-attested on the front).
5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (age proof, NAC/Degree/Diploma certificate, caste certificate, EWS certificate, ex-serviceman proof, apprenticeship certificate).
6. Include 2 extra passport-size photographs with your name and Date of Birth written on the back (for DBW); 1 extra photograph for Project Engineer.
7. Write on the envelope: For DBW — "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS"; for Project Engineer — "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF GRADUATE PROJECT ENGINEER OR DIPLOMA PROJECT ENGINEER ON TENURE BASIS".
8. Send the application by post or submit by hand to: THE CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER, ORDNANCE FACTORY CHANDA, DISTRICT: CHANDRAPUR, MAHARASHTRA, PIN – 442501
9. Application must reach on or before 8 May 2026.

Important Dates

• Notification No. (DBW): 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026
• Application Start Date: 18 April 2026 (approx.)
• Last Date to Apply: 8 May 2026
• Trade Test / Interview Date: To be announced

• Handle manufacturing and safe handling of military explosives, ammunition, and hazardous chemicals inside Danger Buildings
• Follow strict safety norms, Standard Operating Procedures, and factory regulations at all times
• Operate and maintain chemical plant equipment as per AOCP trade skills and assigned work orders
• Work in shifts including night duty as required based on factory production demands
• Assist senior personnel in quality control, inspection, and safe storage of ammunition components
• Maintain accurate records of daily production activities and report any safety hazards immediately
• Wear and use all prescribed personal protective equipment, safety gears, and kits as per company norms