Cordite Factory Aruvankadu Trade Apprentice Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 47 Posts

As per the official notification, candidates who have already undergone apprenticeship and possess a National Apprentice Certificate (NAC) are not eligible to apply for this recruitment.

Candidates are advised in the notification to submit their applications well before the closing date to avoid last-minute rush. CFA states it will not take responsibility for candidates who are unable to submit their applications by the last day for any reason.

The total number of vacancies is 47, described in the notification as 20 Non-ITI, 20 Ex-ITI, and 7 Ex-ITI Laboratory posts. The notification also provides a detailed, category-wise vacancy table (Annexure-1) for Cordite Factory, Aruvankadu, Tamil Nadu, reproduced below exactly as published: Note on the vacancy table: The official annexure labels all three trades with the prefix "Ex ITI" in the printed table, even though the introductory paragraph of the notification separately describes the 47 vacancies as 20 Non-ITI, 20 Ex-ITI, and 7 Ex-ITI Laboratory. This is exactly how the figures appear in the source document; candidates should verify the applicable trade and category against the official PDF/website before applying. The notification also clarifies that the notified vacancy numbers are provisional, and PH/PWD candidates may apply against available vacancies as per their eligibility,

Minimum age: 18 years for designated trades related to hazardous industries, as per Section 3(a) of the Apprentices Act, 1961, and amendments thereof. Maximum age: 35 years for all categories, as per Clause 3 of the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme-2 (NAPS-2) issued by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship vide MSDE-5/01/2022-AP dated 25.08.2023.

As per Rule 11(1) of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and Gazette Notification G.S.R. 610(E) dated 03.09.2025 (Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, Letter No. DGT-36/1/2021-AP dated 15.10.2025), the monthly stipend is as follows: No other allowance is paid during the entire apprenticeship training period. For Ex-ITI candidates, the stipend consideration also accounts for any apprenticeship period already undergone. The stipend amount is subject to change based on future government notifications.

The official notification does not mention any application fee. No fee amount, payment mode, or fee exemption details are specified in the source document, so this information is not available.

Selection is made purely on the basis of merit, with separate merit lists prepared for the Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories. Non-ITI merit list: Based on the overall average percentage of marks obtained in Madhyamik/Matriculation (Class X or equivalent) - either aggregate of all subjects or the best 5 subjects, as per the concerned Board's criteria. Ex-ITI merit list: Based on the simple average of percentage of marks in both Matriculation and ITI (minimum 50% aggregate required in each). Where a candidate's Class X result is declared in CGPA/GPA, marks must be entered after conversion as per the concerned Board's own criteria (not the CGPA grade itself). If the Board has not issued a clear conversion formula, or if the candidate does not know it, a standard multiplication factor of 9.5 is applied uniformly. Using an incorrect conversion formula (different from the one mandated by the Board

Reservation applies as per the relevant schedule under the Apprentices Act, 1961, the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, and existing Government of India rules. Vacancies for PH/PWD candidates are not separate but are included within the total notified vacancies. If the prescribed number of SC or ST candidates is not available, unfilled seats are transferred as per the standard inter-category rules described in the notification (SC/ST interchange, and OBC seats going to non-OBC candidates if unfilled).

Non-ITI and ITI candidates: As specified under the Trade Apprentices Act, 1961, and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and amendments thereof. Ex-ITI candidates: As per Schedule I of the Apprenticeship Rules, 1992, and amendments thereof, for the respective trade.

Physical fitness standards follow the Apprentices Act, 1961, and Apprenticeship Rules, 1992. After successful document verification, provisionally selected candidates undergo a medical examination at Cordite Factory premises. The date, time, and venue will be communicated separately by the factory. Only candidates who pass the medical examination proceed to Trade Apprentice training. Medical fitness is certified by the Cordite Factory Hospital.

Recent clear colour photograph (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm), not older than three months from the date of publication of the notification, plus one extra self-attested photograph (signed on the back) Clear scanned signature on white paper in black/blue ink (3.5 cm x 3.5 cm) 12-digit Aadhaar Card number, or the first 14-digit Aadhaar Enrolment ID (if Aadhaar is not yet issued) Identity Card copy (such as Voter ID), if Aadhaar is unavailable SSC/Matriculation (Class X) or equivalent mark sheet Consolidated mark sheet for all semesters of the relevant ITI pass trade, or Provisional National Trade Certificate showing marks National Trade Certificate (NCVT) or Provisional National Trade Certificate (NCVT/SCVT) for ITI-pass candidates Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates, wherever applicable; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates must also submit their non-creamy layer certificate issued within the las

Selected candidates must execute a Contract of Apprenticeship (by the guardian, if the candidate is a minor). During training, apprentices are entitled to medical treatment only from the Cordite Factory Hospital, as per rules. Training is subject to registration with the respective RDSDE (Regional Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship). If registration is not granted for any reason, the candidate's training will be terminated immediately. On completing training and passing the NCVT-conducted test, a Certificate of Proficiency in the concerned trade is issued. If a candidate's Contract of Apprenticeship is prematurely terminated due to non-compliance with contract terms, the candidate/surety must pay the training cost amount determined by the Apprenticeship Adviser. There is no obligation on CFA to offer employment after training, nor any obligation on the apprentice to ac

Submission of the application form does not guarantee selection as a Trade Apprentice; selection depends on the merit/select list and available vacancies. Candidature remains provisional at all stages until document scrutiny, police verification, medical examination, and other eligibility checks are completed. However, a pending or delayed police verification report will not be grounds for rejecting an otherwise eligible candidate. Candidates must regularly check the official website (https://www.ddpdoo.gov.in) for updates and changes. Canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification. Suppression of material facts or submission of forged certificates will lead to rejection of candidature at any stage. CFA's decision on eligibility and acceptance/rejection of any application is final and binding; no correspondence will be entertained. Any dispute relating to this recruitment is subjec

As per the notification, an application/candidature may be rejected for reasons including: