Ordnance Factory Itarsi CPW Recruitment 2025 : Ordnance Factory Itarsi, a unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has invited applications from eligible Ex-Apprentices of AOCP Trade for 135 Tenure-Based Chemical Process Worker (CPW) posts on a contract basis.
The offline application process has commenced with the publication of the official notification in the Employment News.
Ordnance Factory Itarsi CPW Recruitment 2025 Out
The detailed advertisement for the recruitment of Tenure-Based CPW personnel at Ordnance Factory Itarsi has been published through the official notification. The recruitment drive aims to fill 135 unfilled and newly sanctioned vacancies on a contractual basis initially for a period of one year, which may be extended up to four years based on performance and factory requirements.
The offline application must be submitted within 21 days from the date of publication in the Employment News.
Ordnance Factory Itarsi CPW Vacancy 2025
The category-wise distribution of vacancies for Tenure-Based CPW is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 58 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST | 36 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy) | 14 |
| EWS | 04 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 13 (Horizontal) |
| Total | 135 |
Note: The post is not suitable for PWD candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for Ordnance Factory Itarsi CPW
Essential Qualification:
Candidates must have a National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) trade issued by NCVT/NCTVT/NCVET.
The NAC must be from:
- Ex-Apprentices trained in Ordnance Factories (erstwhile OFB) or
- Government-affiliated private/public institutions.
Job Role: Handling and manufacturing of military explosives and ammunition.
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Age Limit and Relaxation
The age criteria as on the closing date of application are as follows:
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| General | 18 to 40 Years |
| SC/ST | Relaxation of 5 Years |
| OBC (NCL) | Relaxation of 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Period of Service + 3 Years |
How to Apply for Ordnance Factory Itarsi Recruitment 2025
Eligible candidates must apply offline by submitting the application form along with the required documents.
Steps to Apply:
1. Download the official application form from the official website https://www.munitionsindia.in.
2. Fill out the form in BLOCK LETTERS.
3. Attach self-attested copies of:
- Age proof
- NAC Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate
- 1 extra passport-size photograph (self-attested at the back)
4. Superscribe the envelope with:
"APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED CPW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS"
5. Send the application to: The Chief General Manager
Ordnance Factory, Itarsi
District: Narmadapuram
Madhya Pradesh, PIN – 461122
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Ordnance Factory CPW Salary, Perks & Other Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Basic Pay: ₹19,900 + DA (Central Rate)
- HRA: As applicable (if quarters not allotted)
- Annual Increment: 3% based on performance
- Risk Allowance: Admissible at par with regular employees
- EPF Contributions:
- Employee: 12% of Basic + DA
- Employer: 12% of Basic + DA
- Leave: 30 days/year (2.5 days/month, max accumulation of 30 days)
- Maternity Benefit: As per Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
Not Entitled To:
- Promotions
- Medical facilities
- Loans, LTC, or Study Leaves
- Allowances other than those stated in the scheme
Selection Process for Ordnance Factory CPW Recruitment
Selection will be strictly merit-based through the following stages:
Merit List – Based on:
- 80% weightage to NAC marks
- 20% weightage to Trade Test/Practical Test (100 Marks)
Trade/Practical Test – Likely within one month of the application deadline.
Document Verification – For shortlisted candidates based on merit.
Note: In case of a tie:
- Preference to Ex-Apprentices of Ordnance Factory Itarsi.
- Then, Ex-Apprentices of other Ordnance Factories.
- Then, higher NAC marks.
- Then, older age.