Ordnance Factory Bhandara (Unit of Munitions India Ltd.) that diploma holders shouldn’t ignore. OFBA has announced 50 Technician Apprentice positions across four in-demand trades — Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics — offering a monthly stipend of Rs. 10,900. What makes this opportunity unusually attractive is the selection method: no written test, no interview — selection is based purely on diploma final-year marks, followed by document verification, medical and police checks. If you completed a regular full-time diploma and want hands-on training inside a reputable defence manufacturing unit, this could be your fast track into industry exposure.
Why this vacancy stands out
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Simple selection process — merit-based on final-year aggregate marks (no exam or viva).
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Practical training at a government-owned munitions unit — real factory exposure, medical benefits per OFMR, and possible paid accommodation (subject to availability).
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Multiple trades available — good fit for diploma holders in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronics engineering.
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Short application window — apply offline between 9 December 2025 and 15 December 2025. Miss it and you miss it.
Vacancy snapshot
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Organization: Ordnance Factory Bhandara (Unit of Munitions India Ltd.)
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Post: Technician Apprentice
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Total Posts: 50
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Diploma in Chemical Engineering — 10
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Diploma in Mechanical Engineering — 10
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Diploma in Electrical Engineering — 15
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Diploma in Electronics Engineering — 15
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Stipend: Rs. 10,900 per month
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Apply: Offline (post)
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Start Date to Apply: 09/12/2025
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Last Date to Apply: 15/12/2025
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Official website: munitionsindia.in
Who is eligible?
To be considered, candidates must have a diploma in engineering or technology awarded by:
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A State Council or Board of Technical Education, or
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A University, or
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An institute recognized by the State/Central Government as equivalent.
Important eligibility details:
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Only regular (full-time) diploma holders are eligible — lateral-entry, part-time or sandwich course graduates may not qualify unless specifically approved.
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Candidates who passed their diploma before 1 February 2021 are not eligible (this ensures recent graduates get priority).
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Diploma holders who have had one year or more of training/job experience after qualification are not eligible.
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Minimum age: 14 years. (Age to be calculated as on 01/02/2026). There is no upper age limit, but minors (14–18) will need guardians to sign the apprenticeship contract.
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Candidates with graduate or postgraduate qualifications are not eligible for apprenticeship training.
If you have CGPA/SGPA, make sure to secure an official certificate that translates your grades to an equivalent percentage — lack of that document can disqualify you.
Selection process — what to expect
Selection is straightforward:
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Merit list prepared on final-year diploma aggregate marks (higher percentage = higher priority).
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Document verification for education, age, identity, caste/PwBD certificates (if applicable), character police clearances, affidavits for any gaps, and declaration that you haven’t undergone prior apprenticeship.
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Medical examination and police verification.
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No written test or interview — so a strong consolidated marksheet is your ticket in.
A few administrative points: if a reserved-category seat (SC/ST/OBC) isn’t filled, it may be converted as per rules; apprentices may be shifted across subject fields depending on training availability at OFBA.
Documents you must attach (self-attested copies)
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Diploma certificate and final year consolidated mark sheet (both sides printed if applicable).
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Aadhaar Card (identity proof).
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Age proof (SSC certificate preferred).
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Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC NCL) and recent non-creamy layer certificate (for OBC).
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PwBD certificate (if applicable).
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Declaration/affidavit about gap between result declaration and training commencement (format as specified).
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Police clearance & character certificate signed by two different gazetted officers (to be submitted at document verification).
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If CGPA/SGPA grading, documents proving equivalent percentage.
How to apply — step-by-step (offline)
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Fill the prescribed application form exactly as per the official notification.
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Attach self-attested copies of all required documents listed above.
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Superscribe the envelope: “Application for Technician Apprenticeship Training in O.F. Bhandara.”
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Send the envelope by post to:
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Ensure the application reaches on or before 15 December 2025 — delayed applications (including postal delays) will not be entertained.
Important rules & cautions
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No guarantee of employment after apprenticeship — this is training only.
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Certificates & affidavits must be genuine — false documents will lead to disqualification and action.
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Beware of fraudsters promising guaranteed placement or charging money for selection. OFBA will never seek illegal gratification; don’t fall for paid promises.
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The apprenticeship contract will be registered with the Board of Apprenticeship Training (BOAT, WR, Mumbai).
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Accommodation might be available on payment; medical facilities as per OFMR.
Final tips to strengthen your application
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Make sure your final-year consolidated marksheet is clear and legible — the selection is merit-based, so every decimal can count.
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If you have CGPA/SGPA, get the official percentage conversion from your institute/university and attach it.
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Double-check that you haven’t crossed the eligibility cutoffs (experience > 1 year after diploma, or diploma passed before 01/02/2021).
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Prepare the police and character certificates early — these sometimes take time.
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Mail well before the closing date and choose a reliable postal service with tracking.
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This OFBA Technician Apprentice opening is a punchy, career-building chance for diploma holders who want practical factory experience in defence manufacturing without the hassle of entrance tests or interviews. If you meet the criteria and your final-year marks are strong, prepare your documents, fill the application carefully, and post it before 15 December 2025. Good luck — this could be the practical start your engineering career needs!
