Position: Chemical Process Worker (CPW) – AOCP Trade (Contract Basis)
Location: Ordnance Factory Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh
Application Deadline: Within 21 days from Employment News publication
Total Vacancies: 135 Posts (UR-58, OBC-14, SC-23, ST-36, EWS-4, Ex-Serviceman-13)
Salary: ₹19,900 + DA (Additional Benefits)
📌 Overview of CPW Recruitment 2025
Ordnance Factory Itarsi (OFI), under Munitions India Limited (Ministry of Defence), has announced 135 vacancies for Chemical Process Workers (CPW) on a contractual tenure basis. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with NAC certification in AOCP Trade to secure a government job in explosives and ammunition manufacturing.
🔗 Apply Now Before the Deadline!
📌 Key Details of CPW Recruitment 2025
✅ Post Name & Pay Scale
Post: Tenure-Based CPW (Chemical Process Worker) – AOCP Trade (Skilled)
Pay Scale: ₹19,900 per month + DA (Dearness Allowance)
Job Role: Manufacturing & handling military explosives and ammunition
✅ Vacancy Distribution (Category-wise)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 58 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 14 |
| SC | 23 |
| ST | 36 |
| EWS | 4 |
| Ex-Serviceman | 13 |
Note: PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates are NOT eligible.
📌 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Educational Qualification
NAC (National Apprenticeship Certificate) issued by NCVT/NCVET in AOCP Trade.
Preference: Ex-Apprentices of Ordnance Factories or Govt./Private organizations with Govt. affiliation.
✅ Age Limit (as on closing date)
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 40 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC (NCL): 3 years
Ex-Servicemen: Military Service Period + 3 years
📌 Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
NAC Marks (80% weightage)
Trade Test / Practical Test (20% weightage)
Steps:
✔ Merit List Preparation (NAC + Trade Test)
✔ Document Verification (Original Certificates Required)
✔ Final Selection & Joining
Tie-Breaker Criteria:
Ex-Apprentices of OF Itarsi
Ex-Apprentices of Other Ordnance Factories
Higher Marks in NCVT
Older Candidates (Date of Birth)
📌 How to Apply? (Offline Mode)
Download the Application Form from Munitions India Official Website.
Fill in BLOCK LETTERS and attach required documents.
Send via Post to:
The Chief General Manager, Ordnance Factory Itarsi, Narmadapuram, MP – 461122
Superscribe the Envelope:
"APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED CPW PERSONNEL ON CONTRACT BASIS"
📅 Last Date: Within 21 days from Employment News publication
📌 Salary & Benefits
Basic Pay: ₹19,900 + DA (Revised periodically)
EPF Contribution (12% from Employee + 12% from Employer)
Risk Allowance (Same as regular employees)
Annual Increment (3%)
30 Days Leave per Year (2.5 days/month)
Maternity Benefits (for Female Candidates)
❌ Not Eligible For:
Medical Facilities, Promotions, Overtime Allowance, LTC
📌 Important Documents Required
NAC Certificate (AOCP Trade)
Age Proof (10th Certificate)
Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)
Ex-Serviceman Certificate (if applicable)
Two Passport-Sized Photos (Self-Attested)
📢 Important Links
🔹 Download Official Notification
🔹 Official Website
📌 Important FAQs
❓ Can PwBD candidates apply?
❌ No, this post is not identified for PwBD candidates.
❓ What is the tenure period?
✅ Initially 1 year, extendable up to 4 years based on performance.
❓ Is there an application fee?
✅ No, application is FREE.
❓ How will the selection be done?
✅ 80% NAC Marks + 20% Trade Test Marks
