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Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 185 Posts

📅 Posted: 16/05/2026 📝 Updated: 17/05/2026
Total Vacancy185
Salary₹19,900/- Basic Pay + DA @ 60% = ₹31,840/- Consolidated per Month [Annual 3% increment on Basic Pay for satisfactory performance]
LocationAll India
Last Date30/05/2026

Short Information: Gun Carriage Factory (GCF), Jabalpur — a unit of Advanced Weapons & Equipment India Ltd. (AWEIL) under the Ministry of Defence — is hiring 185 Skilled (Experienced) Tradesman on a fixed-tenure contract basis across 8 specialist trades including Machinist CNC Operator, Fitter (General/Mechanical), Welder, Turner, Heat Treatment Operative, Electroplater, Examiner, and Blacksmith. The consolidated monthly salary is ₹31,840/month (Basic Pay ₹19,900 + DA @ 60%), which is competitive for a contract role at a defence ordnance factory. The largest chunk of vacancies — 86 posts — is for Machinist (CNC Operator), making it the primary target for ITI/Diploma holders in the machining trade. You need NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in the relevant trade plus a minimum of 2 years of hands-on work experience in a reputed organisation — fresher apprentices without prior ITI do not qualify (though NAC holders with ITI + 1-year apprenticeship can count it as experience). Age limit is 18–35 years for General candidates. The application fee is ₹200 for UR/OBC; SC, ST, PwD, and Female candidates are fully exempted. Apply through the official portal at vacancy.parasnet.com. The closing date is 15 days from the date of publication in the Employment News — so act immediately after the notification appears in print.

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released16/05/2026
Application Begin16/05/2026
Last Date to Apply30/05/2026
Trade Test / Interview DateTo be notified (via SMS/Email to shortlisted candidates)

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

UR / OBC (NCL)₹200
SC / ST / PwD / Female₹0
Payment: Online (via vacancy.parasnet.com portal)

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026: 185 PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: 18–35 Years (as on last date of application for General/UR candidates)

(SC/ST: 5 Years (only for posts reserved for SC/ST), OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (only for posts reserved for OBC), Ex-Servicemen: Period of Military Service + 3 Years, PwD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): Up to 10 Years in their respective category as per Govt. policy)

Trade / PostTotal PostsEligibility (Min.)
Machinist (CNC Operator) Skilled #86
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Machinist/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Fitter General (Mechanical) Skilled #41
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Fitter/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Welder Skilled #22
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Welder/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Heat Treatment Operative Skilled14
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Electroplater Skilled6
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Electroplater/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Examiner Skilled $ #6
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Fitter/Machinist/Welder/Turner/Millwright/Machinist Grinder + 2 Years Experience
Blacksmith Skilled5
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Blacksmith/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Turner Skilled5
  • NTC/NAC or Diploma/Degree in Turner/Relevant Trade + 2 Years Experience
Total Vacancy185
Note: All posts are Skilled (Experienced) Tradesman on Fixed-Tenure Contract basis for 1 year (extendable up to 4 years). # = PwD horizontal reservation applicable. $ = For Examiner post, Fitter(G), Machinist, Welder, Turner, Millwright, Machinist Grinder can apply being equivalent trade.

Recruitment Table: Category-Wise Vacancy (Trade-Wise Breakup)

Trade / PostURSCSTOBCEWSTotal
Machinist (CNC Operator) Skilled34131713986
Fitter General (Mechanical) Skilled17686441
Welder Skilled10343222
Heat Treatment Operative Skilled6232114
Electroplater Skilled311106
Examiner Skilled311106
Blacksmith Skilled211105
Turner Skilled211105
Total7728362816185
Note:UR = Un-reserved; SC @ 15%; ST @ 20%; OBC @ 15% (Non-Creamy Layer); EWS @ 10%. Reservation percentages are as per Central Govt. norms. GCF reserves right to increase/decrease vacancies during selection.

Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation — Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD)

CategoryVacancy
Visually Handicapped (VH)2
Hearing Handicapped (HH)2
Orthopedically Handicapped (OH)3
Note:PwBD horizontal reservation is applicable only for trades marked # (Machinist CNC, Fitter, Welder, Examiner). Minimum 40% disability required. These 7 seats are sub-quota within the 185 total and are NOT added to the grand total.

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

  • Candidate must be a citizen of India.
  • Educational Qualification: Must possess NTC (National Trade Certificate) / NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) OR Engineering Diploma / Degree in the relevant Trade/Field from a recognized Government or Private institution with Govt. affiliation.
  • Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on work experience in the relevant work area in a well-reputed company/organisation, supported by an Experience Certificate from the employer.
  • The experience certificate must include: type of industry, activities performed, machines worked on, components/jobs manufactured, and programming knowledge (wherever applicable).
  • Important — Apprenticeship as Experience: ITI-qualified candidates who possess NAC and completed apprenticeship training under Schedule-1 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, may count that apprenticeship duration (1 year or more) as work experience. School pass-outs (fresher apprentices without prior ITI) cannot claim apprenticeship as experience.
  • Age Limit: 18 to 35 years as on the last date of receipt of application for General/UR category candidates.
  • Candidates with more than one technical qualification (NTC, NAC, Diploma, Degree) must list them in order on the online application: NTC → NAC → Diploma → Degree. Only the bare minimum essential qualification will be considered for selection weightage.
  • For Examiner post: Candidates from Fitter (G), Machinist, Welder, Turner, Millwright, and Machinist Grinder trades are eligible as equivalent trades.
  • Self-declaration on detailed experience (industry type, machines, job manufactured) is mandatory. Failure to submit it will result in non-invitation to the Trade Test/Interview.
  • Selected candidates must pass a medical fitness test before joining.
  • Candidates must submit a duly filled PVR (Police Verification Report / Attestation Form) in triplicate on the day of joining and get it verified within 3 months (maximum 4 months). Failure to do so will result in termination.

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post NameSalary Level
Skilled (Experienced) Tradesman — All TradesBasic Pay: ₹19,900/- + DA @ 60% (₹11,940/-) = Consolidated ₹31,840/- per month. Annual increment of 3% on Basic Pay for satisfactory performance.

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

  1. Online Application Submission (via vacancy.parasnet.com)
  2. Shortlisting based on Essential Technical Qualification marks + Previous Work Experience + Self-declaration of job details (in case of excessive applications)
  3. Trade Test / Practical Test — 50% weightage (Minimum 40% marks required; 35% for SC/ST)
  4. Written Test / Interview — 50% weightage (Minimum 40% marks required; 35% for SC/ST)
  5. Document Verification (originals) at GCF factory
  6. Medical Fitness Test before final joining

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Test Overview

  • Mode: Trade Test (Practical) + Written Test / Interview — both conducted at GCF Jabalpur.
  • Weightage: Trade Test / Practical = 50% | Written Test / Interview = 50% (equal split).
  • Minimum Qualifying Marks: Candidates must score minimum 40% in each component separately — Trade Test AND Written Test/Interview. Failing either disqualifies the candidate.
  • SC/ST Relaxation: Minimum qualifying marks reduced to 35% in each component for SC/ST candidates only.
  • Negative Marking: No negative marking mentioned in the official notification.
  • Shortlisting: If applications are excessive, GCF may shortlist candidates based on qualification marks + experience details before calling for Trade Test.
  • Call Letters: Issued only to shortlisted candidates via SMS/Email and the online application portal. Candidates must monitor their registered email regularly.

Recruitment Table: Selection Weightage Breakdown

ComponentWeightageMinimum Marks Required
Trade Test / Practical Test50%40% (35% for SC/ST)
Written Test / Interview50%40% (35% for SC/ST)
Total

Recruitment Details: Medical Fitness

  • Selected candidates must undergo a Medical Fitness Test before joining.
  • The decision of the Medical Board is final and binding.
  • No specific physical standards (height/chest) are mentioned — fitness is assessed as per trade requirements.

Recruitment Table: Job Profile by Trade

Trade / PostPrimary Responsibilities
Machinist (CNC Operator)Precision CNC machining for defence platforms (155mm Dhanush, LFG, MBT Kavach). Operate Siemens/Fanuc CNC machines, set tools, align parts, independently use Vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges.
Fitter General (Mechanical)Assembling, stripping, dismantling and fitting of assemblies/sub-assemblies for 105mm Dhanush, 105/37 LFG, T90 & T72. Execute within authorized cycle time per AHSP standards. Hand tapping and measurement work included.
WelderPerform TIG/MIG welding on 155mm Dhanush and LFG assemblies to RT/UT standards. Handle independent fitting tasks — chamfering, grinding, pre/post heating, DP testing — without fitter support.
Heat Treatment OperativeOperate PIT type, Bogie Hearth, Induction and Nitriding furnaces for heat treatment of defence components. Monitor temperature cycles and ensure metallurgical compliance.
ElectroplaterElectroplating, phosphating, chemical surface treatment including degreasing, pickling, Nickel/Chrome/Zinc plating, passivation and post-treatment finishing. Bath maintenance, solution testing, quality control and PPE adherence.
ExaminerQC dimensional inspection of components per AHSP drawings. Use Vernier calipers, inside/outside micrometers, digital height gauges, slip gauges. Read blueprints, perform trigonometry calculations, check alignments on surface plates.
BlacksmithBlacksmithing, forging, fabrication for production, repair and maintenance. Operate Material Handling Equipment (MHE) for movement, loading/unloading and positioning of hot materials, billets, and forged components.
TurnerPrecision CNC turning and milling for T90/T72 components and platforms (155mm Dhanush, LFG, MBT Kavach). Operate Siemens/Fanuc CNC lathes, set tools, align parts, independently use precision measurement instruments.

Recruitment Table: Working Hours & Leave Entitlement

ParameterDetails
Daily Working Hours8 Hours per day (as per production schedule)
Weekly Working Days6 Days per week (48 hours per week)
Paid Leave12 days per year (1 day per month, pro-rated)
Leave Carry ForwardNot allowed — unused leave lapses
Max Leave per Month5 days (employer may relax up to 12 days in special cases)
Excess LeaveTreated as Leave Without Pay @ 1/30th of consolidated pay per day
Contract DurationInitially 1 year; extendable up to maximum 4 years based on performance and factory requirement
Performance EvaluationHalf-yearly basis; unsatisfactory performers given 3 months to improve, else 15 days notice for termination

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

No formal written exam syllabus has been specified in the official notification. Selection is based on marks in Technical Qualification (NTC/NAC/Diploma/Degree) and a Trade Test / Interview. The following is an expected skill assessment framework based on GCF Jabalpur's defence manufacturing requirements and standard Ordnance Factory trade test patterns.

📚 Trade Knowledge — Machinist / CNC Operator / Turner (Expected)
  • CNC programming basics — G-codes, M-codes (Siemens/Fanuc controllers)
  • Precision measurement — Vernier calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges
  • Cutting tools — types, selection, tool wear and replacement
  • Blueprint and engineering drawing reading
  • Speeds, feeds, depth of cut calculations
  • Work-holding devices — fixtures, jigs, chucks, mandrels
📚 Trade Knowledge — Fitter (General/Mechanical) (Expected)
  • Assembly and disassembly of mechanical sub-assemblies
  • Hand tools — files, hacksaw, taps, dies, reamers, scrapers
  • Measurement and marking tools — try square, surface plate, dial gauge
  • Limits, fits and tolerances
  • Thread cutting and hand tapping
  • Reading assembly and dismantling drawings (AHSP standards)
📚 Trade Knowledge — Welder (Expected)
  • TIG and MIG welding processes — parameters, electrodes, shielding gases
  • Pre-heat and post-heat treatment procedures
  • Weld inspection — RT (Radiographic Testing), UT (Ultrasonic Testing), DP (Dye Penetrant) Testing
  • Defects in welds — causes and remedies
  • Welding symbols and blueprint reading
  • Safe handling of welding equipment and PPE
📚 Trade Knowledge — Heat Treatment / Electroplater / Blacksmith / Examiner (Expected)
  • Heat Treatment: Types of furnaces, annealing, hardening, tempering, case hardening, nitriding
  • Electroplating: Bath chemistry, plating process, quality testing, PPE
  • Blacksmith: Forging operations, furnace handling, hot working of metals
  • Examiner/QC: Dimensional inspection, surface plate work, gauge calibration, trigonometry for inspection
📚 General Technical Knowledge (Expected for Written Test/Interview)
  • Engineering Mathematics — basic calculations, ratios, trigonometry
  • Engineering drawing — symbols, projections, tolerances
  • Workshop safety — PPE, fire safety, electrical safety in industrial settings
  • Basic Materials Science — ferrous/non-ferrous metals, properties, heat treatment effects
  • Quality concepts — SPC, inspection methods, measuring instruments

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF) Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026How to Apply

  1. Read the complete advertisement carefully before applying.
  2. Visit the official online application portal: https://vacancy.parasnet.com
  3. Register and fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
  4. Upload required documents: Photograph, Signature, Educational Certificates (NTC/NAC/Diploma/Degree), Experience Certificate(s), Category Certificate (if applicable), PwD Certificate (if applicable).
  5. Experience certificate must include details of: industry type, activities performed, machines operated, components/jobs manufactured, and programming knowledge (for CNC trades). Failure to submit this self-declaration will result in rejection.
  6. Pay the application fee — ₹200 for UR/OBC candidates. SC/ST/PwD/Female candidates are exempted.
  7. Submit the application before the closing date (15 days from Employment News publication date).
  8. Note the application confirmation/registration number for future reference.
  9. Monitor your registered email and the portal regularly for shortlisting, Trade Test/Interview date notifications.
  10. No offline applications will be accepted. Applications through any mode other than the online portal will be summarily rejected.
  11. For corrigendum (vacancy changes, date changes), check: www.ddpdoo.gov.in/career and www.aweil.in only.

Recruitment Note: About Gun Carriage Factory (GCF), Jabalpur

Gun Carriage Factory (GCF), Jabalpur, is one of India's oldest and most strategically important defence manufacturing establishments, located in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Established in 1904 during the British era, GCF has been a cornerstone of India's indigenous defence production for over a century. It is a unit of Advanced Weapons & Equipment India Ltd. (AWEIL) — a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence — formed as part of the corporatisation of the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) in 2021. GCF specialises in the manufacture of sophisticated artillery systems, field guns, tank components, and associated equipment for the Indian Army. Key products include components for the 155mm Dhanush howitzer, the 105/37 Light Field Gun (LFG), and tank platforms like T-90 and T-72. The factory operates advanced CNC machining, heat treatment, forging, welding, and quality inspection shops, making it a self-contained heavy engineering facility. Working at GCF means contributing directly to India's artillery and armoured vehicle modernisation programmes.

Recruitment Note: Benefits & Perks Beyond Base Salary

While this is a contract-based role, GCF/AWEIL offers a structured package for tenure-based personnel: Consolidated pay of ₹31,840/month (Basic + DA @ 60%) with an annual 3% increment on Basic Pay for satisfactory performance. Employees Provident Fund (EPF) contributions as per the EPF Act. Coverage under the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923 for work-related injuries. Company Quarters on rental basis (as per AWEIL policy, on first-come-first-served basis) — or HRA if quarters are unavailable. 12 days of paid leave per year. Company Holidays at par with regular employees. Safety and protective gear/equipment as per company norms. Female personnel are entitled to Maternity Benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961. Emergency medical facilities available at Ordnance Factory Hospitals/Dispensaries as per Govt. rules. Note: LTC, OT allowance, school fee reimbursement, loans/advances, and medical facilities available to regular workmen are specifically excluded for contract personnel.

Recruitment Note: Contract Tenure, Extension & Termination Policy

The fixed-tenure contract at GCF is initially for ONE year and can be extended up to a maximum of FOUR years (including the initial period) based on factory requirement and individual performance. Performance is evaluated every six months. Employees with unsatisfactory performance are given 3 months in writing to improve — if performance remains unsatisfactory after that, the contract is terminated with 15 days' notice. In cases of serious misconduct or unauthorized absence, the contract is terminated immediately without notice. Either party can end the contract by giving one month's notice or paying Basic Pay + DA in lieu of notice. Importantly, this engagement does NOT confer any right to claim regular employee status at GCF or AWEIL at any point. Tenure-based personnel are not entitled to promotions, OT allowance, loans, advances, school fee reimbursement, LTC/LTA, or any benefits specific to regular workmen.

Recruitment Note: Police Verification Report (PVR) — Mandatory on Joining

As per AWEIL policy, all candidates selected for fixed-term contract engagement at GCF must submit a duly filled Police Verification Report (Attestation Form / PVR) in triplicate on the same day of joining. New joiners are responsible for following up at their respective police stations to get the PVR duly verified and delivered to GCF within 3 months of joining. If not received within 3 months, a maximum one-month extension is granted. After 4 months, the candidate will not be allowed to continue their job at GCF without a verified PVR. Candidates should proactively initiate the police verification process well in advance of their joining date.
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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization Government Board Logo GCF Jabalpur
Post Name Skilled Tradesman (CNC Operator / Fitter / Welder)
Total Vacancy 185
Salary ₹19,900/- Basic Pay + DA @ 60% = ₹31,840/- Consolidated per Month [Annual 3% increment on Basic Pay for satisfactory performance]
Job Location All India
Apply Mode Online
Last Date 30/05/2026
Official Website Visit Website ↗

💡 Expert Tip

Two things trip most applicants here: First, the 'experience' clause. GCF clearly states that school pass-outs (fresher apprentices without prior ITI training) cannot count their apprenticeship as experience. Only ITI-qualified candidates who completed NAC apprenticeship under Schedule-1 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 get that benefit. If your experience certificate doesn't explicitly mention the type of machines used, components manufactured, and programming knowledge (for CNC trades), your application will be rejected at shortlisting itself — the notification specifically demands this self-declaration. Second, if you have multiple qualifications (NTC + NAC + Diploma), list them in order — NTC first, then NAC, then Diploma/Degree. Only the bare minimum essential qualification is considered for selection weightage.

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman?
Ans: The consolidated salary is ₹31,840/- per month (Basic Pay ₹19,900 + DA @ 60% = ₹11,940). This is a fixed consolidated pay — no HRA is separately added unless company quarters are not allotted, in which case HRA is paid as per AWEIL policy. An annual increment of 3% on the Basic Pay is applicable for satisfactory performance, making Year-2 pay approximately ₹32,438/month consolidated.
Q.2 What is the last date to apply for GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The notification states the closing date is 15 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News. As the notification is dated May 2026, candidates must check the exact Employment News publication date and apply at least 2–3 days before the deadline to avoid last-minute portal congestion. Applications can only be submitted at vacancy.parasnet.com — no offline mode.
Q.3 Is there any negative marking in the GCF Jabalpur selection test?
Ans: No negative marking is mentioned in the official notification. The selection consists of a Trade Test (Practical) and a Written Test/Interview — each carrying 50% weightage. However, you must score a minimum of 40% in each component separately (35% for SC/ST). Failing to clear either component individually disqualifies you, regardless of the combined score.
Q.4 What is the age limit for General category candidates for GCF Skilled Tradesman?
Ans: General/UR candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on the last date of application. SC/ST candidates get 5 years relaxation (for reserved posts); OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) gets 3 years; Ex-Servicemen get Military Service period + 3 years; PwD candidates get up to 10 years relaxation in their respective category as per Government policy.
Q.5 How to download the GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman Notification PDF?
Ans: The official notification can be downloaded from the online application portal at vacancy.parasnet.com, as well as from www.ddpdoo.gov.in/career and www.aweil.in. Any corrigendum regarding vacancy numbers, eligibility, or last date will also be published on these three portals only. The notification PDF link is also available on TopOnlineForm.com on this page for direct download.
Q.6 What is the educational qualification required for GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman?
Ans: Candidates must possess NTC (National Trade Certificate) or NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) OR Engineering Diploma or Degree in the relevant trade from a recognized institution. Additionally, a minimum of 2 years of work experience in a reputed organisation is mandatory. ITI-qualified candidates with NAC who completed apprenticeship under Schedule-1 of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992 can count that training as 1 year of experience.
Q.7 What is the selection process for GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman 2026?
Ans: Selection involves two stages: (1) Shortlisting based on essential technical qualification marks and experience details — if applications are excessive, only a subset will be called. (2) Trade Test/Practical Test (50% weightage) and Written Test/Interview (50% weightage). Minimum 40% in each component is required (35% for SC/ST). Final selection is based on combined merit. Document verification and a medical fitness test are conducted before joining.
Q.8 Is the GCF Jabalpur Skilled Tradesman post a permanent government job?
Ans: No. This is a fixed-tenure contract-based engagement — initially for ONE year, extendable up to a maximum of FOUR years based on factory requirement and individual performance. The contract explicitly states that tenure-based engagement does NOT confer any right to claim regular employee status at GCF or AWEIL. There are no promotions, OT allowance, LTC, loans, or other benefits available to regular workmen in this role.

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