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AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 40 Machinist, Turner and More Posts

Electrical Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Electroplater, Heat Treatment Operator
Vacancies
30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News (07 October 2026)
Last Date
Offline (by post) only
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Kolkata, West Bengal
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AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 : Job Overview

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Organization NameAcademy of Weapon Technology & Management (AWTM), Ichapur - a unit of AWEIL, Ministry of Defence
Post NameGun and Shell Factory (GSF), Kashipur (a unit of AWEIL Kanpur)
Total VacanciesElectrical Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, Machinist, Turner, Electroplater, Heat Treatment Operator
Application ModeOffline (by post) only
Job LocationKolkata, West Bengal
Notification Number01/Hiring-GSF/AWTM/2026-27
Official Websiteaweil.in/notice
Last Updated08 Sep 2026

GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Start Date07 September 2026
Last Date to Receive Application30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (07 October 2026)

GSF Kashipur Vacancy 2026 Details

GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 carries 40 total vacancies across six technical trades, with category-wise (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) break-up as notified. The document also specifies horizontal reservation for PwBD and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates, without separately break-up figures by trade.
S NoTrade Nac Ntc TradeTotal Posts UR SC ST OBC EWS
1Electrical Fitter4 (UR-4)
2Mechanical Fitter (General Fitter – Mechanical)14 (UR-8, SC-3, OBC-2, EWS-1)
3Machinist6 (UR-4, SC-1, OBC-1)
4Turner7 (UR-5, SC-1, OBC-1)
5Electroplater6 (UR-4, SC-1, OBC-1)
6Heat Treatment Operator (Forger & Heat Treater)3 (UR-3)
Total40 (UR-28, SC-6, OBC-5, EWS-1)

GSF Kashipur Eligibility Criteria

As per SRO norms, candidates must hold Matriculation plus a National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade, issued by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT).

GSF Kashipur Age Limit

General candidates must be between 18 and 35 years of age as on the last date for receipt of application. Age relaxation applies as follows: Only the Class 10 Board Certificate/Marksheet will be accepted as proof of date of birth.
CategoryAge Relaxation
SC/ST (only against posts reserved for SC/ST)5 years
OBC – Non-Creamy Layer (only against posts reserved for OBC)3 years
Ex-ServicemenPeriod of military service + 3 years
PwD (Physically Handicapped)10 years
SC/ST PwD13 years
OBC PwD15 years

GSF Kashipur Salary

Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly wage as per current CPC Level-1 basic pay, plus Dearness Allowance (DA) as per government rules. Remuneration for an 8-hour working day is calculated at 1/30th of the basic pay + DA of the relevant pay scale, with proportional deduction for unauthorised absence. A 3% annual increment in basic pay is admissible subject to satisfactory performance, reviewed on a half-yearly basis. House Rent Allowance is payable if AWEIL does not provide quarters. Selected candidates are also eligible for EPF and are covered under the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923.

GSF Kashipur Application Fee

Fee is payable by Demand Draft in favour of "Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore."
CategoryFee
General/OBC/EWSRs. 100
SC/STExempted
Ex-ServicemenExempted
Physically Handicapped (PwD)Exempted

GSF Kashipur Selection Process

Selection for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 is purely on merit, based on the following process: Candidates are shortlisted for the Trade Test/Practical Test based on a cut-off percentage decided by AWTM, Ichapur, using total marks obtained in the NCVT trade examination. The Trade Test/Practical Test is conducted by AWTM, Ichapur. The final merit list is prepared from combined marks in the NCVT examination and the Trade Test/Practical Test, weighted 80% (NCVT) and 20% (Trade Test/Practical). Qualified candidates are called for Document Verification in merit order, limited to the number of notified vacancies by trade/category. If candidates are rejected at Document Verification for incomplete documents or not meeting age/qualification norms, additional candidates are called in merit order to fill the gap. The ratio of eligible candidates called (for document verification/interview stage) t

AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 : How to Apply Online Step-by-Step

  • 1Download the application form from aweil.in/notice and take a printout.
  • 2Attach self-certified copies of required documents, including educational qualification certificates as proof of age, and two additional self-attested photographs (self-signed on the back).
  • 3OBC candidates must also submit a duly signed Undertaking as per Appendix-1 of the application form.
  • 4Superscribe the envelope clearly: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF 'Trade Name' ON CONTRACT BASIS".
  • 5Send the completed application by post to: The Chief General Manager, Academy of Weapon Technology & Management, Ichapur, P.O.- Ichapur, Nawabganj, Dist. – 24 Parganas(N), PIN – 743144.
  • 6Ensure the application reaches within the last date, i.e. 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News.

AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 : Important Links & Notification PDF

AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1What is GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
It is a recruitment drive by AWTM Ichapur (a unit of AWEIL, Ministry of Defence) for 40 tenure-based, contractual Technical trade posts at Gun & Shell Factory, Kashipur, under Advertisement No. 01/Hiring-GSF/AWTM/2026-27.
Q2How many vacancies are there in GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
40 vacancies across six trades: Electrical Fitter (4), Mechanical Fitter (14), Machinist (6), Turner (7), Electroplater (6), and Heat Treatment Operator (3).
Q3What is the last date to apply for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
30 days from the date this advertisement is published in Employment News. 07 October 2026
Q4What is the qualification required for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
Matriculation plus an NCVT-issued National Trade Certificate (NTC) or National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) in the relevant trade.
Q5What is the age limit for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
18 to 35 years for general candidates, with age relaxation for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates as specified in the notification.
Q6What is the application fee for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
Rs. 100, payable by Demand Draft in favour of "Ordnance Factories Institute of Learning, Ishapore." SC/ST, Ex-Servicemen, and PwD candidates are exempted.
Q7How can I apply for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
By downloading and filling the application form from aweil.in/notice and sending it by post to the Chief General Manager, AWTM, Ichapur - applications are accepted offline only.
Q8What is the selection process for GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026?
A
Merit-based selection using NCVT examination marks (80% weightage) and Trade Test/Practical Test marks (20% weightage), followed by Document Verification and a Medical Fitness Test.
Q9How can I apply for AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 40 Machinist, Turner and More Posts?
A
Ans: You can apply online through the official recruitment link provided for AWEIL GSF Kashipur Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 40 Machinist, Turner and More Posts on www.topsarkarijobs.com. Read the full notification and check your eligibility before applying on the official portal. TopSarkariJobs began compiling verified government-job updates in 2020 and launched online in 2025.
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