| Advt No | – |
| Recruitment Board | MTPF |
| Post Name | Apprentices |
| Vacancies | 162 |
| Last Date | 10-09-2026 |
| Official Website | avnl.co.in |
Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), an AVNL unit under the Ministry of Defence, has released the MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for 162 Trade Apprentice vacancies. Non-ITI and Ex-ITI candidates aged 15 to 24 years can apply offline for Fitter, Turner, Machinist, MMTM, Electrician, Electronics and Welder trades.
The offline application must reach MTPF within 21 days from the date of advertisement publication. Check the eligibility, vacancy details, stipend and official application form before applying.
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Overview
Here is a quick summary of the MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 for candidates who want the key facts at a glance.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), a Unit of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Post Name | Trade Apprentice (Non-ITI & Ex-ITI), 61st Batch |
| Total Vacancies | 162 |
| Who Can Apply | Non-ITI and Ex-ITI candidates aged 15 to 24 years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement |
| Job Location | Ambarnath, District Thane, Maharashtra |
| Official Website | https://avnl.co.in |
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
MTPF has not mentioned a fixed calendar date for the last date of application in this advertisement. Instead, offline applications must reach MTPF within 21 days from the date the advertisement was published.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Submit Application | Within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement |
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of 162 apprentice posts are available across Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories for the 61st Batch.
Non-ITI Trades (Total: 83 Posts)
| S. No. | Trade Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 15 |
| 2 | Turner | 21 |
| 3 | Machinist | 27 |
| 4 | MMTM | 20 |
Ex-ITI Trades (Total: 79 Posts)
| S. No. | Trade Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fitter | 15 |
| 2 | Turner | 20 |
| 3 | Machinist | 27 |
| 4 | Electrician | 07 |
| 5 | Electronics | 06 |
| 6 | Welder (G&E) | 04 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
For candidates who want the reservation-wise split as published in the official notification:
| Category | Trade | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | OH | HH | VH | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-ITI | Fitter | 09 | 04 | 01 | 01 | 02 | – | – | – | 15 |
| Turner | 11 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 02 | – | 01 | – | 21 | |
| Machinist | 15 | 07 | 03 | 02 | 02 | – | – | – | 27 | |
| MMTM | 10 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 01 | – | 01 | – | 20 | |
| Ex-ITI | Fitter | 08 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 02 | – | – | – | 15 |
| Turner | 10 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 01 | 01 | – | 20 | |
| Machinist | 14 | 07 | 03 | 03 | 03 | 01 | – | – | 27 | |
| Electrician | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | – | – | – | 07 | |
| Electronics | 04 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 01 | 0 | – | – | 06 | |
| Welder (G&E) | 03 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | 04 |
Grand Total: 162 posts (Non-ITI: 83, Ex-ITI: 79)
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The advertisement invites applications from Non-ITI and Ex-ITI candidates for engagement as trade apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 and its Amendment Act of 1973.
MTPF Apprentice Age Limit
Candidates must be between 15 and 24 years of age as on the last date of receipt of application. Relaxation in the upper age limit is permitted as per existing Government of India rules.
MTPF Apprentice Qualification
Specific educational or trade qualification details for each trade are not specified in the provided notification, beyond the distinction between Non-ITI and Ex-ITI candidates. Candidates are advised to check the full application form and detailed terms and conditions on the official website for trade-wise qualification requirements.
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Stipend/Salary
MTPF has specified separate monthly stipend rates for Non-ITI and Ex-ITI apprentices.
| Apprentice Category | Training Period | Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|
| Non-ITI Apprentice | 1st Year of Training | Rs. 12,600 |
| Non-ITI Apprentice | 2nd Year of Training | Rs. 14,400 |
| Ex-ITI Apprentice | All ITI 2-Year Trades | Rs. 16,200 |
| Ex-ITI Apprentice | All ITI 1-Year Trades | Rs. 14,400 |
How to Apply for MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026 applications must be submitted offline. Follow the steps below to apply.
- Download the application form and read the detailed terms and conditions available at https://avnl.co.in.
- Fill in the application form completely and attach the required documents as per the instructions on the official website.
- Send the completed application so that it reaches MTPF within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Address the application to: The Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ordnance Estate, Ambarnath, Dist.-Thane, Maharashtra, Pin code – 421502.
MTPF Apprentice Apply Online
This recruitment does not have an online application mode. The application form and detailed terms and conditions are available for download at https://avnl.co.in, and completed applications must be sent offline to the address above.
Important Instructions
- Any corrigendum or amendment to this advertisement will be published on the AVNL website only.
- For queries, candidates can contact the HR Division, AVNL-MTPF at [email protected]
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