Ordnance Factory Itarsi Chemical Process Worker Recruitment 2026

Ordnance Factory Itarsi (OFI), a unit of Munitions India Limited, is hiring 265 Tenure Based Chemical Process Workers on contract basis. If you hold a National Apprenticeship Certificate in AOCP or related feeder trades, this is your chance to work at one of India's premier defence manufacturing facilities in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh.

Key Highlights

• 265 vacancies across UR, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories with horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen
• No application fee for any category — completely free to apply
• Contract for 1 year initially, extendable up to 4 years based on factory requirements and your performance
• Basic pay of Rs. 19,900 per month plus Dearness Allowance, with a 3% annual increment tied to performance
• Applications accepted only via Registered Post or Speed Post — no online submission
• Priority given to ex-apprentices of Ordnance Factories who completed AOCP training

Selection Process

There is no written exam for this recruitment. Your selection will be based entirely on a merit-based system that combines your NAC examination marks (80% weightage) with a Trade Test or Practical Test (20% weightage). After the merit list is finalized, shortlisted candidates will go through Document Verification. The Trade Test is expected to be conducted within one month after the application closing date.

Who Gets Priority?

1. Ex-AOCP apprentices of Ordnance Factories get first preference
2. AOCP trade holders from government or private institutions come next
3. Feeder trade candidates with relevant training are considered third
4. Feeder trade apprentices without additional training are last in priority

Documents You Will Need

• NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) issued by NCVT/NCVET — this is mandatory
• ITI Certificate in AOCP or eligible feeder trade
• 10th Class Marksheet as proof of date of birth
• Caste/Category Certificate — issued by competent authority, if applicable
• EWS Certificate — if claiming reservation under Economically Weaker Section
• Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate — if claiming horizontal reservation
• Two recent passport-size photographs — one pasted on the form and self-attested, one loose with your name on the back
• Aadhar Card for identity verification
• Experience Certificate — if applicable

How to Send Your Application

Download the application form from the official website. Fill it in BLOCK LETTERS, attach self-attested copies of all required documents, and send by Registered Post or Speed Post to: The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory, Itarsi, District: Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh, Pin - 461 122. Write on the envelope: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE-BASED CPW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS". Your application must reach the factory before the deadline.

• Handle and process chemical materials used in ammunition and explosives manufacturing
• Operate chemical plant equipment following standard safety protocols
• Monitor chemical processes and maintain quality control parameters
• Follow strict safety guidelines for handling hazardous materials in a defence manufacturing environment
• Maintain equipment and report any malfunctions to supervisors
• Participate in regular safety drills and maintain compliance with factory safety standards