OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026: Apply for 400 ITI Posts

Q: What is the in-hand salary for OFB Chanda Tenure Based DBW Recruitment 2026?

The post carries **Basic Pay of ₹19,900 + DA** (Central DA as prevalent). After adding all components — **DA (approx. 50% of Basic = ₹10,000), HRA (as per city classification), Risk Allowance, Night Duty Allowance**, the starting gross in-hand salary is approximately **₹28,000 to ₹34,000 per month**. **Additional benefits:** 3% annual increment on basic (subject to satisfactory performance), EPF coverage, Bonus (as per Bonus Act 1965 if applicable), coverage under Employees' Compensation Act 1923, and Maternity Benefits for female personnel. **Note:** Tenure-based personnel are NOT entitled to OT Allowance, LTC, Medical Facilities, or other benefits admissible to regular workmen.

Q: What is the last date to apply for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application is **21 Days from the date of publication of the Advertisement OR its Corrigendum (whichever is later) in the Employment News / Newspaper**. Candidates must send applications by post to: **The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501**. Alternatively, applications can be submitted **by hand at Central Registry, OF Chanda**. **Applications received after the 21-day deadline will be summarily rejected.** No application fee is applicable.

Q: Is there any written exam or negative marking for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026?

**NO, there is NO competitive written examination** and hence **no negative marking** for OFB Chanda DBW 2026. Selection is based on: **(1) NCTVT (NAC) Marks — 80% weightage** + **(2) Trade Test / Practical Test — 20% weightage** = **Total 100%**. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Trade Test / Practical Test (conducted in English or Hindi as per candidate's preference). After Trade Test, qualified candidates are called for Document Verification in the order of merit (category-wise).

Q: What is the age limit and age relaxation for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026?

**Age Limit:** Between **18 and 40 Years** as on the last date of receipt of application (for General/UR candidates). **Age Relaxation:** **SC/ST — 5 Years** (only for posts reserved for SC/ST) | **OBC-NCL — 3 Years** (only for posts reserved for OBC) | **Ex-Serviceman — Period of Military Service + 3 Years**. **IMPORTANT:** **PwBD candidates are NOT eligible** as the post is NOT identified for Persons with Benchmark Disability.

Q: What is the essential qualification required for OFB Chanda DBW 2026?

**MANDATORY Qualification:** **ITI with NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC)** — i.e., NAC issued by NCTVT (now NCVT). **Priority Trade — AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant):** First preference to AOCP Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories, then AOCP Trade Apprentices from Government/Private Organizations with Government affiliation. **Acceptable Feeder Trades** (if AOCP candidates insufficient): **IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic.** All selected candidates must undergo 1-Month (AOCP) OR 3-Month (Feeder Trades) compulsory safety training before job deployment.

Q: Is this OFB Chanda DBW post a permanent government job?

**NO, this is NOT a permanent government job.** This is a **TENURE-BASED CONTRACT engagement** with: **Initial Contract: 1 Year** → **Maximum Extension up to 4 Years** (including initial year) based on factory requirement + individual performance. **Contract ends automatically** after 4 years without any further notice. **Half-yearly performance assessment** is conducted. **Tenure-based personnel have NO right to claim regular employee status.** Employment can be terminated anytime by either party with 1 month's notice (or payment of Basic + DA in lieu).

Q: How to download and submit the OFB Chanda DBW 2026 Application Form?

**Step 1:** Visit the official website **https://munitionsindia.in** → Go to Career/Recruitment section → Download the Notification PDF (Advt No. 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026) and the Application Form. **Step 2:** Print the form and fill it in **BLOCK LETTERS ONLY**. **Step 3:** Affix recent passport-size photo (firmly pasted, NOT stapled, self-attested). **Step 4:** Attach self-attested enclosures — DOB proof, ITI/NCVT NAC certificate (MANDATORY), Caste Certificate (if applicable), Appendix-I (OBC-NCL declaration) / Appendix-II (ESM undertaking), 2 extra photographs. **Step 5:** Superscribe envelope as: **'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS'**. **Step 6:** Send by post OR by hand to: **Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501** within 21 days of notification publication. Contact: 07175-261137, ofch.ofb@nic.in.

📅 Posted: 15/04/2026 📝 Updated: 20/04/2026

Total Vacancy400

SalaryBasic Pay ₹19,900 + DA (Central DA as prevalent) + HRA (as per City Classification) + Risk Allowance + Night Duty Allowance [Approx. Gross ₹28,000 - ₹34,000/Month] — 3% Annual Increment on Basic (subject to satisfactory performance)

LocationMaharashtra

Short Information: Ordnance Factory Chanda (a unit of Munitions India Limited, Govt. of India Enterprise under Ministry of Defence) has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt No: 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026) for 400 Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker) posts on contract basis. This is a golden opportunity for candidates having ITI with NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in AOCP trade or feeder trades (IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, etc.) to work at OF Chanda, Chandrapur, Maharashtra. Interested candidates must send offline application by post within 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News / Newspaper to The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501.

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OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026 2026Important Dates

Notification Released	15/04/2026
Application Begin (Offline via Post / By Hand)	From Date of Publication in Employment News / Newspaper
Last Date to Submit Application	21 Days from Date of Publication of Advertisement / Corrigendum (whichever is later) in Employment News / Newspaper
Cut-off Date for Age & Eligibility	Last Date of Receipt of Application
Trade Test / Practical Test Date	To be notified via Post & Email to shortlisted candidates
Document Verification Date	To be notified separately to qualified candidates

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026 2026Application Fee

All Candidates (No Application Fee)

₹0 (NIL — FREE Offline Application)

Payment: N/A (No Application Fee — Application to be submitted offline via Post or By Hand at Central Registry, OF Chanda)

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026: Apply for 400 ITI PostsVacancy Details & Age Limit

Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 Years (as on the Last Date of Receipt of Application) for General (UR) candidates

(UR / General: No Relaxation (Max 40 Years), SC / ST: 5 Years (only for posts reserved for SC/ST), OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years (only for posts reserved for OBC), Ex-Serviceman (ESM): Period of Military Service + 3 Years, PwBD: NOT APPLICABLE — The post is NOT identified for PwBD candidates. PwBD candidates are NOT eligible to apply for this post.)

Post Name	Total Post	Eligibility
Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker) — Skilled Level	400	ITI with NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) trade OR in feeder trades (IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic). Age: 18-40 Years as on last date. PwBD candidates NOT eligible.
Total Vacancy	400

Recruitment Table: Category-wise Vacancy Break-up (Total 400 Posts)

Post Name	UR	OBC (NCL)	SC	ST	EWS	Total
Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker)	162	108	60	30	40	400
Total	162	108	60	30	40	400
Note:Total 400 vacancies — all at Skilled Level with Basic Pay ₹19,900 + DA. Ex-Serviceman (ESM) 40 posts are HORIZONTAL reservation (included within vertical categories). Post is NOT identified for PwBD candidates. Number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on Ordnance Factory Chanda's requirement.

Recruitment Table: Horizontal Reservation (Ex-Serviceman / PwBD)

Category	No. of Posts
Ex-Serviceman (ESM) — Horizontal	40
PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability)	Not Applicable (Post NOT identified for PwBD)
Note:Ex-Serviceman (ESM) 40 posts are horizontal reservation (included within the 400 total, not additional). PwBD reservation is NOT applicable as the post is not identified for persons with benchmark disabilities.

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Candidate must be a Citizen of India.
Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 Years as on the last date of receipt of application (for UR). Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/ESM as per Govt. of India rules.
Essential Qualification: Candidate must possess ITI with NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) — i.e., candidates having NAC issued by NCTVT (now NCVT).
Priority Trade: AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) — First priority to AOCP Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories, followed by AOCP Trade Apprentices from Government/Private Organizations having Government affiliation.
Acceptable Feeder Trades (if AOCP candidates insufficient): IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic.
Skill Level: Skilled
PwBD Candidates: NOT ELIGIBLE — The post is not identified for Persons with Benchmark Disability.
Compulsory Training (for AOCP candidates from Govt/Private Orgs): 1-month extensive in-house training on Safe Handling of Explosives, ammunitions, safety norms, DO's & Don'ts by OF Chanda — mandatory before job deployment.
Compulsory Training (for Feeder Trade candidates): 1-month in-house training + 2-months On-Job Training (Total 3 months) before specific job deployment. Must furnish consent/undertaking that they will be engaged as DBW before joining.
Priority for Previous DBW Trainees: Candidates from other feeder trades who possess the above training completion certificate in DBW trade issued by Ordnance Factories under MIL during previous engagement shall be given priority.

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Pay Scale / Salary Structure

Post Name	Salary Level
Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker) — Skilled	Basic Pay: ₹19,900 + DA (Central DA as prevalent). Paid at the rate of 1/30th of Basic Pay + DA for 8 hours/day work.
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	As per City Classification (where Company Quarter is not available). If Company Quarter is allotted, License Fee deducted at rates applicable to regular workmen.
Annual Increment	3% annual increase on Basic Pay (rounded off to next ₹10), subject to Satisfactory Performance during tenure.
Risk Allowance	Payable at par with regular employees as per extant rules (for similar high-risk work).
Night Duty Allowance	Payable at par with regular employees (for night shift deployment during production exigencies).
Other Benefits	EPF (Employees' Provident Fund) + Coverage under Employees' Compensation Act, 1923 (as amended by EC Amendment Act 2017) + Bonus (as per Bonus Act 1965, if applicable) + Maternity Benefits for Female personnel as per Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
Estimated Monthly Gross (Approx.)	₹28,000 - ₹34,000 per month (Basic ₹19,900 + DA approx. ₹10,000 + HRA + Risk Allowance + Night Duty Allowance)

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Selection Process Steps

Stage 1 — Application Screening: Offline applications received by post/by hand are screened for eligibility (age, qualification, NCVT NAC, category).
Stage 2 — Merit List for Trade Test: Cut-off percentage for calling candidates for Trade Test will be decided based on Marks secured in NCTVT (NAC).
Stage 3 — Trade Test / Practical Test: Shortlisted candidates will be called for Trade Test / Practical Test (conducted in English or Hindi as per candidate's choice).
Stage 4 — Final Merit List: Combined marks — 80% weightage to NCTVT (NAC) marks + 20% weightage to Trade Test/Practical Test marks.
Stage 5 — Document Verification: Qualifying candidates called in order of Merit (category-wise). Number limited to notified vacancies + additional candidates called if earlier ones rejected.
Stage 6 — Compulsory In-House Training: Selected candidates undergo 1-Month extensive in-house training on Safe Handling of Explosives, ammunitions, safety norms (AOCP candidates). Feeder trade candidates: 1-Month in-house + 2-Month On-Job Training (Total 3 months).
Stage 7 — Engagement on Contract Basis: Initial contract for 1 Year, extendable up to maximum 4 Years based on factory requirement and individual performance. Half-yearly performance assessment.
Tie-Breaking Rule (in order of preference): (i) Ex-Trade Apprentice of OF Chanda → (ii) Ex-Trade Apprentice of other Ordnance Factories → (iii) Higher marks in NCTVT → (iv) Older candidate (DOB based).

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Detailed Exam Pattern

Recruitment Details: Selection Methodology Overview (NO Written Exam — Trade Test Based)

Mode of Selection: NCTVT (NAC) Marks + Trade Test / Practical Test (No competitive written exam).
Language Choice for Trade Test: English OR Hindi (as per candidate's preference in application).
Weightage: 80% to NCTVT (NAC) Marks + 20% to Trade Test / Practical Test Marks = 100%.
Negative Marking: Not applicable (No objective-type written exam conducted).
Document Verification: Limited to the number of posts notified (discipline/category-wise).
Merit Panel: Category-wise merit list. Wait-listed candidates called if earlier ones found ineligible.

Recruitment Table: Merit Calculation Weightage

Component	Weightage	Maximum Marks
NCTVT (NAC) Exam Marks	80%	80
Trade Test / Practical Test	20%	20
Total		100

Recruitment Table: Leave Entitlement During Tenure

S. No.	Leave Type	Entitlement
1	Annual Leave	30 Days per Year (2.5 days credited for every calendar month of service)
2	Leave Accumulation	Up to 30 days accumulation allowed during tenure
3	Leave Encashment	Permitted after completion of 1 year of service (as per applicable rules)
4	Monthly Leave Limit	Max 5 days per month (max 3 continuous days except on medical ground)
5	Maternity Leave (Female personnel)	As per Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
6	Last Month of Service (prior to separation)	2.5 days credited on 15th day of that month

Recruitment Table: Entitlements vs NON-Entitlements

S. No.	Entitlement Type	Status
1	Basic Pay + DA + HRA	✅ Entitled
2	Risk Allowance + Night Duty Allowance	✅ Entitled (at par with regular employees)
3	EPF + Bonus + Employees' Compensation Act	✅ Entitled
4	3% Annual Increment (on Satisfactory Performance)	✅ Entitled
5	Company Quarters (if available)	✅ Entitled (License Fee deducted)
6	Safety & Protective Gear, Equipment, Kits	✅ Entitled (as per Company norms)
7	Company Holidays (at par with regular employees)	✅ Entitled
8	Promotions	❌ NOT Entitled
9	Overtime (OT) Allowance	❌ NOT Entitled
10	Loans, Advances, Interest Subsidies	❌ NOT Entitled
11	Medical Facilities in OF Hospitals/Dispensaries	❌ NOT Entitled (except Emergency)
12	Contingency Advance	❌ NOT Entitled
13	School Fee Reimbursement	❌ NOT Entitled
14	LTC / LTA Facilities	❌ NOT Entitled
15	Study Leave / Higher Studies Sponsorship	❌ NOT Entitled
16	Regular Employee Status Claim	❌ NOT Entitled (Tenure-based only)

Recruitment Table: Munitions India Limited — Ammunition & Explosive Group of Ordnance Factories

S. No.	Name of Factory	Abbreviation
1	Ammunition Factory Kirkee	AFK
2	Cordite Factory Aruvankadu	CFA
3	High Explosive Factory, Kirkee	HEF
4	High Energy Projectile Factory, Tiruchirapalli	HEPF
5	Ordnance Factory Itarsi	OFI
6	Ordnance Factory Khamaria	OFK
7	Ordnance Factory Nalanda	OFN
8	Ordnance Factory Dehu Road	OFDR
9	Ordnance Factory Bhandara	OFBA
10	Ordnance Factory Chanda (THIS NOTIFICATION)	OFCH
11	Ordnance Factory Varangaon	OFV
12	Ordnance Factory Bolangir	OFBOL

Recruitment Table: Checklist of Enclosures to be Sent with Application

S. No.	Document / Enclosure
1	Proof of Date of Birth (10th Certificate / SSLC)
2	Educational Qualification Certificate (Matriculation / SSLC)
3	NCTVT (NTC) Certificate
4	NCTVT (NAC) Certificate (MANDATORY)
5	Apprenticeship Certificate of Ordnance Factories (if applicable)
6	Experience Certificate from institutions (if any)
7	Caste & Category Certificate (SC / ST / OBC-NCL / EWS)
8	Declaration by OBC-NCL candidates (Appendix-I) / Ex-Serviceman undertaking (Appendix-II)
9	All above documents must be SELF-ATTESTED
10	2 passport-size photographs (1 pasted on application form + 1 extra; self-attested on backside with Name & DOB)

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Subject-wise Syllabus Topics

As OFB Chanda DBW selection is based on NCTVT (NAC) Marks (80%) + Trade Test/Practical Test (20%) with NO competitive written exam, there is no specific theoretical syllabus. Below is the indicative scope of the Trade Test / Practical Test which will be trade-specific (AOCP / Feeder Trades).

📚 AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) — Trade Test Scope

Basic Chemical Plant Operations
Handling of Chemicals & Industrial Processes
Reading of P&ID (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams)
Measuring & Control Instruments
Valves, Pumps, Compressors — Operation
Basic Safety Procedures in Chemical Industry
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
Hazardous Material Handling

📚 Safe Handling of Explosives & Ammunitions (Post-Selection Training Topics)

Classification of Explosives
Storage & Transportation Norms
Fire Safety & Emergency Response
Handling of Detonators, Primers, Propellants
Do's and Don'ts in Explosive Manufacturing Zones
Risk Assessment & Hazard Identification
First Aid in Chemical/Explosive Emergencies

📚 Feeder Trades Practical Test Scope (IMCP / MMCP / Fitter / Machinist / Turner / Electrician etc.)

Trade-specific practical skills as per ITI/NCVT syllabus
Workshop Safety Practices
Tools & Equipment Identification
Measurement Techniques
Basic Workshop Mathematics
Interpreting Engineering Drawings
Electrical / Mechanical / Instrumentation Fundamentals (trade-specific)

📚 General Safety & Workplace Behaviour

Industrial Safety Norms
Factories Act 1948 Basics
Explosive Act 1884 & Rules Overview
Personal Discipline & Conduct Rules
Workplace Communication

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026How to Apply

NOTE: This is an OFFLINE recruitment — applications must be submitted via Post OR By Hand only. No online mode available.
STEP 1 — Download Application Form: Visit the official website https://munitionsindia.in → Navigate to Career / Recruitment section → Download the Application Form and Full Advertisement (Ref No. 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026).
STEP 2 — Fill Application: Print the application form and fill it in BLOCK LETTERS ONLY. Provide complete details: Name, DOB, Category, ITI Trade, Apprenticeship Trade, Address, Mobile, Email, Medium of Trade Test (English/Hindi), etc.
STEP 3 — Paste Photograph: Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the application form (self-attested on front side, firmly pasted — NOT stapled).
STEP 4 — Attach Self-Attested Enclosures: (1) Date of Birth Proof, (2) Educational Qualification Certificate (10th/SSLC), (3) NCTVT NTC Certificate, (4) NCTVT NAC Certificate — MANDATORY, (5) Apprenticeship Certificate of Ordnance Factories (if applicable), (6) Experience Certificate (if any), (7) Caste/Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), (8) Appendix-I declaration (for OBC-NCL candidates), Appendix-II undertaking (for Ex-Serviceman), (9) Two extra passport-size photographs (self-attested on backside with Name & DOB).
STEP 5 — Superscribe the Envelope: Clearly write on the envelope: 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS'.
STEP 6 — Send Application by Post: Send the complete application with all enclosures to: THE CHIEF GENERAL MANAGER, ORDNANCE FACTORY CHANDA, DISTRICT: CHANDRAPUR, MAHARASHTRA, PIN – 442501.
Alternative — Submit By Hand: Candidates may also submit their application by hand at the Central Registry, Ordnance Factory Chanda on or before 21 days from the date of publication of advertisement.
LAST DATE: Application must reach the office within 21 Days from the date of publication of Advertisement or its Corrigendum (whichever is later) in the Employment News / Newspaper. Applications received after closing date will be summarily rejected.
NO APPLICATION FEE is applicable. OF Chanda will NOT be responsible for late / non-receipt of applications due to postal delay or any other reasons.
Keep your Email ID & Mobile Number active till completion of the entire recruitment process. Call Letters / Admit Cards will be sent via Post and Email only.

Recruitment Note: About OFB Chanda & Munitions India Limited

Ordnance Factory Chanda (OFCH) is a unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL) — a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. Located in Chandrapur, Maharashtra (PIN 442501), OF Chanda is part of the Ammunition & Explosive Group of Ordnance Factories, specializing in the manufacture of military-grade ammunition and explosives. Corporate Office: 2nd Floor, Nyati Unitree, Nager Road, Yerwada, Pune - 411006.

Recruitment Note: Job Specification

Manufacturing and handling of military explosive and ammunitions — This is a HIGH-RISK role involving direct work with live explosives and munitions. Selected candidates must strictly follow Safe Handling Protocols, Safety Norms, and Standing Orders of the Company. Risk Allowance is payable at par with regular employees.

Recruitment Note: Contract Duration & Performance Evaluation

Initial Contract: 1 Year on contract basis. Extendable up to a maximum of 4 Years (including initial period) based on factory requirement and individual performance. Performance assessment is done on a half-yearly basis. Poor Performance: Candidates rated Poor or below will be given 3 months in writing to improve. If still poor after 3 months, services will be terminated with 15 days' notice. Contract automatically ends after 4 years without further notice.

Recruitment Note: Termination of Employment

Employment can be terminated at any time during the tenure by either party by giving 1 month's notice OR payment of Basic Pay + DA (in lieu of notice). Termination also possible on grounds of absenteeism, indiscipline, misconduct, poor performance, or violation of company policies.

Recruitment Note: Mandatory Post-Selection Training

For AOCP Trade candidates from Govt/Private Organizations: 1-Month extensive in-house training on Safe Handling of Explosives, ammunitions, safety norms, Do's & Don'ts by OF Chanda. Only on successful completion of training will they be considered for specific job deployment. For Feeder Trade candidates (IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, etc.): 1-Month in-house training + 2-Month On-Job Training (Total 3 months). A consent/undertaking that they will be engaged as DBW must be furnished before joining.

Recruitment Note: Caution Notice to Candidates

Some unscrupulous elements may approach candidates with assurance of procuring appointment through illegal gratification. DO NOT fall prey to such false assurances. The entire selection exercise will be done on MERIT in a transparent manner. Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification. No correspondence/enquiry through Phone/messenger will be entertained.

Recruitment Note: Jurisdiction & Legal Terms

Any dispute with regard to the tenure-based DBW (Skilled) recruitment against this advertisement will be subject to Courts / Tribunals situated in Nagpur only. OF Chanda reserves the right to amend the advertisement content via corrigendum as and when required.

Recruitment Note: Governance & Applicability

(1) Tenure-based personnel will be governed under Conduct & Discipline Rules framed by the Company. (2) All applicable Taxes (Income Tax, Professional Tax, Service Tax) will be deducted / payable as per rules. (3) Working pattern is the prerogative of the employer. (4) Absence from duty other than authorized leave/holidays will result in proportionate reduction in emoluments. (5) Tenure-based engagement does NOT confer any right to claim regular employee status.

Recruitment Note: Contact Details for Queries

Address: The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501. Phone: 07175-261137 | Fax: 07175-254043 | Email: ofch.ofb@nic.in. Corporate Office (MIL): Phone: 020-67080400 | Email: mil-pune@munitionsindia.in | Website: https://munitionsindia.in

OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026Important Official Links

Download Application Form Download & print the offline Application Form (Appendix-I & II included)	Click Here ↗
Download Notification Advt No. 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026	Click Here ↗
Official Website	Click Here ↗

Disclaimer Information provided here is for quick reference. Verify all details on the official website before taking action.

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Quick Overview

🚀 Recruitment Overview

Quick Summary of the Notification

Organization	OFB Chanda (Munitions India)
Post Name	Tenure Based DBW (Danger Building Worker)
Total Vacancy	400
Salary	Basic Pay ₹19,900 + DA (Central DA as prevalent) + HRA (as per City Classification) + Risk Allowance + Night Duty Allowance [Approx. Gross ₹28,000 - ₹34,000/Month] — 3% Annual Increment on Basic (subject to satisfactory performance)
Job Location	Maharashtra
Apply Mode	Online
Last Date	Available Soon
Official Website	Visit Website ↗

Common Questions (FAQs)

Q.1 What is the in-hand salary for OFB Chanda Tenure Based DBW Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The post carries Basic Pay of ₹19,900 + DA (Central DA as prevalent). After adding all components — DA (approx. 50% of Basic = ₹10,000), HRA (as per city classification), Risk Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, the starting gross in-hand salary is approximately ₹28,000 to ₹34,000 per month. Additional benefits: 3% annual increment on basic (subject to satisfactory performance), EPF coverage, Bonus (as per Bonus Act 1965 if applicable), coverage under Employees' Compensation Act 1923, and Maternity Benefits for female personnel. Note: Tenure-based personnel are NOT entitled to OT Allowance, LTC, Medical Facilities, or other benefits admissible to regular workmen.

Q.2 What is the last date to apply for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: The last date to submit the offline application is 21 Days from the date of publication of the Advertisement OR its Corrigendum (whichever is later) in the Employment News / Newspaper. Candidates must send applications by post to: The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501. Alternatively, applications can be submitted by hand at Central Registry, OF Chanda. Applications received after the 21-day deadline will be summarily rejected. No application fee is applicable.

Q.3 Is there any written exam or negative marking for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: NO, there is NO competitive written examination and hence no negative marking for OFB Chanda DBW 2026. Selection is based on: (1) NCTVT (NAC) Marks — 80% weightage + (2) Trade Test / Practical Test — 20% weightage = Total 100%. Shortlisted candidates will be called for Trade Test / Practical Test (conducted in English or Hindi as per candidate's preference). After Trade Test, qualified candidates are called for Document Verification in the order of merit (category-wise).

Q.4 What is the age limit and age relaxation for OFB Chanda DBW Recruitment 2026? ▼

Ans: Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 Years as on the last date of receipt of application (for General/UR candidates). Age Relaxation: SC/ST — 5 Years (only for posts reserved for SC/ST) | OBC-NCL — 3 Years (only for posts reserved for OBC) | Ex-Serviceman — Period of Military Service + 3 Years. IMPORTANT: PwBD candidates are NOT eligible as the post is NOT identified for Persons with Benchmark Disability.

Q.5 What is the essential qualification required for OFB Chanda DBW 2026? ▼

Ans: MANDATORY Qualification: ITI with NCVT National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) — i.e., NAC issued by NCTVT (now NCVT). Priority Trade — AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant): First preference to AOCP Trade Apprentices of Ordnance Factories, then AOCP Trade Apprentices from Government/Private Organizations with Government affiliation. Acceptable Feeder Trades (if AOCP candidates insufficient): IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration & AC Mechanic. All selected candidates must undergo 1-Month (AOCP) OR 3-Month (Feeder Trades) compulsory safety training before job deployment.

Q.6 Is this OFB Chanda DBW post a permanent government job? ▼

Ans: NO, this is NOT a permanent government job. This is a TENURE-BASED CONTRACT engagement with: Initial Contract: 1 Year → Maximum Extension up to 4 Years (including initial year) based on factory requirement + individual performance. Contract ends automatically after 4 years without any further notice. Half-yearly performance assessment is conducted. Tenure-based personnel have NO right to claim regular employee status. Employment can be terminated anytime by either party with 1 month's notice (or payment of Basic + DA in lieu).

Q.7 How to download and submit the OFB Chanda DBW 2026 Application Form? ▼

Ans: Step 1: Visit the official website https://munitionsindia.in → Go to Career/Recruitment section → Download the Notification PDF (Advt No. 2544/Per(IV)/OFCH/Tenure DBW/01/2026) and the Application Form. Step 2: Print the form and fill it in BLOCK LETTERS ONLY. Step 3: Affix recent passport-size photo (firmly pasted, NOT stapled, self-attested). Step 4: Attach self-attested enclosures — DOB proof, ITI/NCVT NAC certificate (MANDATORY), Caste Certificate (if applicable), Appendix-I (OBC-NCL declaration) / Appendix-II (ESM undertaking), 2 extra photographs. Step 5: Superscribe envelope as: 'APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED DBW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS'. Step 6: Send by post OR by hand to: Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Chanda, District Chandrapur, Maharashtra - 442501 within 21 days of notification publication. Contact: 07175-261137, ofch.ofb@nic.in.