Avadi’s Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), under Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), has announced its latest HVF Avadi Junior Technician Recruitment 2025, offering 1,850 contractual positions across multiple ITI trades. This latest recruitment drive is open from 28 June 2025 to 18 July 2025, providing a strategic opportunity for qualified candidates to join a premier defense manufacturing establishment in Chennai.
📋 HVF Avadi Junior Technician Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Field | Details |
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| Vacancy | 1,850 posts |
| Post Name | Junior Technician (various ITI trades) |
| Organization | Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), Avadi (AVNL – Ministry of Defence) |
| Education | NAC/NTC/ITI in relevant trade; Class X + experience for select trades |
| Age Limit | 18–35 years as on 18 July 2025 (with relaxations per norms) |
| Salary | ₹21,000/month basic + IDA + 5% allowance + ₹3,000/month other benefits |
🗓️ Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 23 June 2025 |
| Online Applications Open | 28 June 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 July 2025 (11:59 PM) |
🛠️ Posts, Vacancies & Eligibility
- Blacksmith: 17 Posts
- Carpenter: 04 Posts
- Electrician: 186 Posts
- Electroplater: 03 Posts
- Electrician (Examiner): 12 Posts
- Fitter General (Examiner): 23 Posts
- Fitter Electronics (Examiner): 07 Posts
- Machinist (Examiner): 21 Posts
- Welder (Examiner): 04 Posts
- Fitter General: 668 Posts
- Fitter AFV: 49 Posts
- Fitter Auto Electric: 05 Posts
- Fitter Electronics: 83 Posts
- Heat Treatment Operator: 12 Posts
- Machinist: 430 Posts
- Operator Material Handling Equipment: 60 Posts
- Painter: 24 Posts
- Rigger: 36 Posts
- Sand & Shot Blaster: 06 Posts
- Welder: 200 Posts
| Trade | Vacancy | Eligibility (Education, Age & Salary) |
|---|---|---|
| Blacksmith | 17 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Carpenter | 4 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Electrician | 186 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Electroplater | 3 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Examiner – Electrician | 12 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Examiner – Fitter General | 23 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Examiner – Fitter Electronics | 7 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Examiner – Machinist | 21 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Examiner – Welder | 4 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Fitter General | 668 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Fitter AFV | 49 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Fitter Auto Electric | 5 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Fitter Electronics | 83 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Heat Treatment Operator | 12 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Machinist | 430 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Operator Material Handling Equipment | 60 | Class X + 2 yr experience/Heavy Licence; Age≤35; ₹21k+ |
| Painter | 24 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
| Rigger | 36 | Class X + 2 yr experience; Age≤35; ₹21k+ |
| Sand & Shot Blaster | 6 | Class X + 2 yr experience; Age≤35; ₹21k+ |
| Welder | 200 | ITI/NAC; Age up to 35; ₹21,000 + allowances |
🔗 Important Links
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Official Notification & Details: HVF Avadi Junior Technician Recruitment 2025 – Speedjob
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Online Application (HVF/AVNL Careers): Visit the Careers section on the official AVNL website
📘 Detailed Information
1. Education, Age Limit & Salary
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Education: Majority require NAC/NTC (ITI) in the relevant trade with minimum 65% marks (relaxable by 5 marks for SC/ST/PwBD, 3 for OBC). For OMHE, Rigger, and Sand & Shot Blaster trades, Class X plus two years of relevant experience and a heavy vehicle licence where applicable.
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Age Limit: 18–35 years as of 18 July 2025. Relaxations include: OBC +3 yrs, SC/ST +5 yrs, PwBD +10 yrs, Ex-Servicemen, and experience-based relaxations up to 7 years (max 55 yrs).
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Salary: ₹21,000/month basic pay plus Industrial Dearness Allowance (IDA), 5% special allowance, ₹3,000/month for medical/transport, and 3% annual increment; benefits include PF, gratuity under EPF rules.
2. Syllabus & Exam Pattern
This recruitment does not include a written exam. The process comprises:
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Shortlisting by merit – based on final NTC/NAC marks (capped at 3× the vacancy number) with preference to HVF and OFB ex-trade apprentices
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Trade Test (Practical) – qualifying only (Fit/Unfit)
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Document Verification
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Medical Examination
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Final Merit List – based on marks, trade preference, batch seniority, DOB, and alphabetical order
3. Online Application Process
Follow these steps:
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Visit the AVNL/HVF official website, navigate to Careers
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Register with valid email and mobile
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Log in and fill all personal details and educational/trade info
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Upload scanned documents: photo, signature, left thumb, 10th & ITI certificates, category & experience proofs, Aadhaar
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Pay ₹300 (General/OBC/EWS) via SBI Collect; SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Female: no fee
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Submit, download and save the confirmation for future reference
4. Admit Card & Exam Dates
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Admit card/trade test schedule will be released via SMS, email, and the official website.
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No physical hall tickets.
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Trade Test dates and venue info to be communicated before the event. Plan travel and stay accordingly.
5. Answer Key & Result
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As there is no written test, there won’t be an answer key.
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Shortlisting, trade test outcome, document verification list, and final result will be updated via the official portal and communicated electronically.
❓ FAQs
Q1: What is the last date to apply?
A1: 18 July 2025 (11:59 PM IST) for the HVF Avadi Junior Technician Recruitment 2025.
Q2: Is there an application fee?
A2: Yes – ₹300 for General/OBC/EWS; SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-SM/Female – no fee.
Q3: What qualifications are needed?
A3: ITI (NAC/NTC) in the respective trade with 65%+ marks (relaxations apply). For certain trades, Class X and relevant experience suffice.
Q4: Up to what age can I apply?
A4: The normal maximum age is 35 years as on 18 July 2025; relaxations vary per category and experience, up to a max limit of 55 years.
Q5: Is there a written exam?
A5: No. The selection process includes merit-based shortlisting, a qualifying trade test, document verification, and a medical exam.