GSF Ichapur Contractual Technical Posts Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 40 Skilled Trade Vacancies

📢 Gun & Shell Factory Ichapur Recruitment 2026 – Technical Trades on Contractual Basis

Gun & Shell Factory (GSF), Ichapur, a unit of Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has announced recruitment for 40 Technical Posts on a contractual basis. This opportunity is ideal for skilled trade professionals seeking to contribute to India’s defence production sector.

📊 Vacancy Details

🎓 Essential Qualification

• Matriculation + National Trade Certificate (NTC) / National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) issued by NCTVT.

📅 Contract Duration

Appointment will be on a full-time contractual basis for 1 year, extendable by another year based on performance and company requirements (maximum 2 years).

📆 Age Limit

• General Category: 18 – 35 years
• SC/ST: Relaxation of 5 years
• OBC (NCL): Relaxation of 3 years
• Ex-Servicemen: Military service period + 3 years
• PWD: 10–15 years depending on category

🧾 Reservation Policy

Reservation for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD candidates will be applicable as per Government of India rules. Valid certificates must be submitted at the time of application.

💰 Application Fee

• ₹100/- (Demand Draft in favour of Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore).
• SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates are exempted from the fee.

📅 Important Dates

• Last Date: 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News.

📍 Application Process

• Download and print the application form, fill it in Block Letters.
• Envelope must be superscribed: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Trade Name] ON CONTRACT BASIS”.
• Send the filled application along with required documents and two self-attested photographs to:

Address:
The Chief General Manager,
Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur,
P.O. Nawabganj, Dist. – 24 Parganas (N),
West Bengal – 743144

For updates, visit: https://aweil.in/notice

⚙️ Selection Process

• Selection will be based on NCTVT Trade Test / Practical Test marks.
• Weightage: 80% NCTVT exam marks + 20% Trade Test/Practical Test.
• Merit list will be prepared accordingly, followed by document verification.
• Ratio of candidates called for verification: 1:10 against notified vacancies.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary as per CPC Level-1 + DA.
• Annual increment of 3% based on performance.
• EPF and Employees’ Compensation Act benefits applicable.
• 12 days paid leave per year (pro-rata basis).
• Female employees entitled to maternity benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
• Company quarters may be allotted; otherwise, HRA will be provided.

✅ Final Takeaway

The GSF Ichapur Technical Trades Recruitment 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for skilled trade professionals to join India’s defence production sector. With structured pay, government benefits, and hands-on experience in advanced weapons and equipment manufacturing, this contractual engagement is ideal for candidates seeking stability and growth in technical trades. Apply within 30 days of advertisement publication to be considered.

Issued by Gun & Shell Factory, Ichapur – Advertisement No. 01/Hiring-GSF/AWTM/2026-27.