Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), a unit of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has announced recruitment for 162 Trade Apprentice posts for its 61st Batch. The vacancies include 83 Non-ITI and 79 Ex-ITI apprentice positions across Fitter, Turner, Machinist, MMTM, Electrician, Electronics and Welder trades. Candidates with 10th or ITI qualifications, depending on the apprentice category, can apply. Selected apprentices will receive a monthly stipend ranging from ₹12,600 to ₹16,200 depending on the category and training period. Applications must be submitted offline within 21 days from the publication date of the advertisement.
10th Pass for Non-ITI / ITI in Relevant Trade for Ex-ITI
Total Vacancies
162
Salary
₹12,600 – ₹16,200 per month stipend, depending on category/training period
Age Limit
15 to 24 Years
Application Fee
Not Specified
Selection Process
Academic Merit + Document Verification
Apply Mode
Offline
Job Location
Ambarnath, Thane District, Maharashtra
Last Date To Apply
Within 21 Days from Date of Advertisement Publication
Vacancy Details
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Non-ITI – Fitter
15
10th Pass
Non-ITI – Turner
21
10th Pass
Non-ITI – Machinist
27
10th Pass
Non-ITI – MMTM
20
10th Pass
Ex-ITI – Fitter
15
ITI in Relevant Trade
Ex-ITI – Turner
20
ITI in Relevant Trade
Ex-ITI – Machinist
27
ITI in Relevant Trade
Ex-ITI – Electrician
7
ITI in Relevant Trade
Ex-ITI – Electronics
6
ITI in Relevant Trade
Ex-ITI – Welder (G&E)
4
ITI in Relevant Trade
Total
162
10th / ITI, depending on apprentice category
How to Apply
Visit the official website of Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL).
Find the MTPF Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 notification for the 61st Batch and download the prescribed application form.
Read the recruitment terms and application instructions carefully.
Fill in the application form with the required personal and other details.
Attach copies of the required documents, including educational certificates, age proof and relevant ITI certificates for Ex-ITI candidates.
Review the completed application form and supporting documents carefully.
Send the completed application to: The Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ordnance Estate, Ambarnath, District Thane, Maharashtra – 421502.
Ensure that the application reaches the prescribed address within 21 days from the date of publication of the recruitment advertisement.
Keep a copy of the completed application and supporting documents for future reference.