AWEIL Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 40 Mechanical Fitter, Electrical Fitter & More Posts

Advanced Weapons and Equipment India (AWEIL) has released recruitment notification 01/Hiring-GSF/AWTM/2026-27 for 40 vacancies on a contract basis, comprising 4 Electrical Fitter, 14 Mechanical Fitter, 6 Machinist, 7 Turner, 6 Electroplater, and 3 Heat Treatment Operator posts. Qualifications differ by post, requiring NAC or NTC in the respective trade. Eligible candidates must apply through the prescribed offline process by downloading and filling the application form, enclosing required documents and photographs, superscribing the envelope accordingly, and sending it by post to reach The Chief General Manager, ACADEMY OF WEAPON TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT, ICHAPUR on or before 2 November 2026. The engagement is initially for 01 year, with a consolidated monthly salary based on Level-1 CPC and DA, and the selection process involves NCTVT or NCVT Trade Test or Practical Test marks, a merit list with combined weightage, document verification, and an interview.

AWEIL Recruitment – Quick Summary

• Who is recruiting? Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur (A unit of Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Ltd.)
• Which posts? Electrical Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Electroplater, and Heat Treatment Operator
• How many vacancies? 40 Vacancies
• Who can apply? Candidates fulfilling NAC/NTC qualifications and age limits
• Application start date Date of publication in Employment News
• Last date 02-11-2026
• Application mode Offline (By Post)
• Job location Gun & Shell Factory, Kashipur, West Bengal

AWEIL Recruitment Overview

AWEIL Important Dates

AWEIL Vacancy Details (Post-wise)

There are a total of 40 vacancies across various trades.

AWEIL Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

Citizens of India who fulfill the requisite qualification can apply.

AWEIL Qualification

AWEIL Age Limit

The age limit for General Candidates is between 18 and 35 years as on the last date of receipt of application. Class 10th Board Certificate/Mark sheet will only be taken as proof of date of birth.

Age Relaxation

AWEIL Salary

Contractual employees will be paid a consolidated monthly salary, inclusive of Basic Pay as per existing CPC (Level-1) and Dearness Allowance as per government rules. Remuneration is calculated at the rate of 1/30th of the pay at the basic of the relevant pay scale plus Dearness Allowance for work of 08 hours a day. An annual increase of 3% during the tenure is admissible on the Basic Pay, subject to satisfactory performance.

AWEIL Application Fee

The fee must be paid through a Demand Draft in favor of "Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore" payable at State Bank of India, Ishapore (Branch Code 01797, IFSC - SBIN0001797).

AWEIL Selection Process

The selection process comprises a Trade Test/Practical Test, Document Verification, and an interview.

• Trade Test: Selection is based on marks scored in the NCTVT (NCVT) Trade Test / Practical Test only, in order of merit. The weightage of marks in the NCTVT Exam and Trade Test/Practical Test will be 80% and 20% respectively.
• Document Verification: Candidates qualifying in the NCTVT and Trade Test/Practical Test will be called for Document Verification in the order of merit, limited to the number of posts notified discipline/category-wise.
• Interview: Eligible candidates will be called for interview in the ratio of 1:10 between vacancies and eligible candidates.

How to Apply for AWEIL Recruitment

1. Download and print the application form from the official website https://aweil.in.
2. Fill up the application form in Block Letters only.
3. Enclose self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates, age proof (Class 10th certificate/mark sheet), category certificates, and a Demand Draft of Rs. 100/- (if applicable).
4. Enclose two extra self-attested photographs with your name/details on the back.
5. OBC candidates must submit a duly signed undertaking in the format given at Appendix-1 of the application form.
6. Super scribe the envelope clearly as: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Trade Name] ON CONTRACT BASIS".
7. Forward the application by post to the following address: The Chief General Manager, ACADEMY OF WEAPON TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT, ICHAPUR, P.O.- Ichapur, Nawabganj, Dist. - 24 Parganas(N), Pin - 743144.
8. Ensure the application reaches AWTM Ichapur on or before 02-11-2026.

AWEIL Important Instructions

• Engagement is on a full-time contractual basis initially for a period of 01 year, extendable for a maximum period of 02 years (01 year original and 01 year extension) after appraisal and review.
• Employees will work as per the production schedule, typically 08 hours per day, 06 days per week (48 hours per week).
• Contractual employees are entitled to 12 days of paid leave per year, pro-rated based on contract duration.
• Unused leave cannot be carried forward or encashed, and employees shall generally not take more than 05 days leave in a month.
• Selected candidates must undergo a medical fitness test before joining.
• TA/DA will be paid to SC/ST candidates for appearing in Document Verification as per government instructions.
• Incomplete or unsigned applications will be summarily rejected.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is AWEIL Recruitment 2026?

AWEIL Recruitment 2026 invites offline applications for filling up 40 tenure-based contract posts for Gun & Shell Factory, Kashipur at the Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur.

How many vacancies are available under AWEIL Recruitment 2026?

A total of 40 vacancies are available, including Electrical Fitter (4), Mechanical Fitter (14), Machinist (6), Turner (7), Electroplater (6), and Heat Treatment Operator (3).

What is the last date to apply for AWEIL Recruitment?

The last date to receive applications at AWTM Ichapur is 02-11-2026.

What is the essential educational qualification required?

Candidates must possess Matriculation along with a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprentice Certificate (NAC) issued by NCTVT (NCVT) in the respective trade.

What is the age limit for general candidates?

General candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on the last date of receipt of application, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

What is the application fee?

The application fee is Rs. 100/-, payable via Demand Draft in favor of "Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore". SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, and Physically Handicapped candidates are exempted from the fee.

How should I submit my application?

Applications must be downloaded, filled in block letters, enclosed with required documents, and sent by post to The Chief General Manager, Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur.

What is the duration of the contract?

The engagement is initially for a period of 01 year, which can be extended further for a maximum period of 02 years based on appraisal and review.