Yantra India Limited Apprentice Recruitment 2026 Application Form

Yantra India Limited is one of the Defence Public Sector Undertaking (DPSUs) that came into existence following the dissolution and restructuring of the old Ordnance Factory Board (OFB). It is one of the new 7 state-owned companies, which is headquartered in Nagpur. The company is tasked with the responsibility of manufacturing numerous defence hardware ranging from munitions to vehicles and heavy weapons. The company is focused on exploring new opportunities in the market and sustaining competitiveness. With eight defence manufacturing units, Yantra India Ltd., caters to the defence needs, from artilleries to munition and explosives.

Engagement of Trade Apprentices in Indian Ordnance Factories

Yantra India Limited invites online applications from eligible candidates for the engagement of 3979 apprentices (59th batch of non-ITI and ITI categories of apprentices) under the Apprentice Act 1961 in Ordnance factories mentioned as below:

Name of the Post and Number of Vacancies Advertised: 3979 Apprentices

Ordnance Factory Nalanda, Bihar: 20 Positions
Ordnance Factory, Chandigarh: 52 Positions
Gun Carriage Factory Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: 221 Positions
Ordnance Factory, Itarsi, Madhya Pradesh: 67 Positions
Ordnance Factory Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: 48 Positions
Ordnance Factory, Khamaria, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: 498 Positions
Ordnance Factory, Katni, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh: 80 Positions
High Explosive Factory Kirkee, Pune, Maharashtra: 76 Positions
Ordnance Factory Ambajhari, Nagpur, Maharashtra: 333 Positions
Ordnance Factory Ambarnath, Thane, Maharashtra: 80 Positions
Ordnance Factory Bhandara, Maharashtra: 53 Positions
Ordnance Factory Bhusawal, Maharashtra: 91 Positions
Ordnance Factory Chanda, Chandrapur, Maharashtra: 415 Positions
Ordnance Factory Dehu Road, Pune, Maharashtra: 109 Positions
Ordnance Factory Varangaon, Maharashtra: 126 Positions
Ammunition Factory Kirkee, Maharashtra: 47 Positions
Ordnance Factory Badmal, Bolangir, Orissa: 21 Positions
High Energy Projectile Factory, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu: 88 Positions
Ordnance Clothing Factory, Avadi, Tamil Nadu: 33 Positions
Ordnance Factory, Tiruchirapalli, Tamil Nadu: 115 Positions
Ordnance Factory Muradnagar, Uttar Pradesh: 195 Positions
Small Arms Factory Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: 130 Positions
Ordnance Factory Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: 220 Positions
Ordnance Parachute Factory Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: 96 Positions
Ordnance Equipment Factory, Hazratpur, Uttar Pradesh: 08 Positions
Ordnance Equipment Factory, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: 40 Positions
Ordnance Clothing Factory, Shahajanpur, Uttar Pradesh: 34 Positions
Ordnance Factory Dehradun, Uttarakhand: 69 Positions
Opto Electronic Factory Dehradun, Uttarakhand: 78 Positions
Metal and Steel Factory Ishapore, West Bengal: 211 Positions
Ordnance Factory Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal: 50 Positions
Gun and Shell Factory Cossipore, West Bengal: 148 Positions
RIFLE Factory Ishapore, West Bengal: 65 Positions

Important Dates:

Commencement of Online Application: 01-02-2026
Last Date of Online Application: 03-03-2026

Non-ITI Category: 1136 Apprenticeship Positions

• For Non-ITI Category: Candidate must pass Madhyamik/ Class X or equivalent examination from a recognized board.

Candidates must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. And also, a minimum of 40% marks in Mathematics and Science each.

Ex-ITI/ITI Category: 2843 Apprenticeship Positions

• For ITI Category: Candidate must pass Madhyamik/Class X or equivalent examination from a recognized board and possess ITI in relevant trade, NCVT/SCVT.

Candidates must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Age Limit: Candidates must have attained the minimum age of 14 years (18 years) and must not have crossed the maximum age of 35 years as on 03-03-2026. However, relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable per government rules.

Selection Process: Candidates will be selected on the basis of merit and choice of Ordnance Factory submitted by the candidate. The merit list will be prepared separately for the NON-ITI and EX-ITI categories. The merit list for the NON-ITI category will be prepared factory-wise on the basis of the overall percentage of marks in matriculation. The Merit List for the Ex-lTI category will be prepared factory-wise and trade-wise, on the basis of
a simple average of the percentage of marks both in Matriculation and ITI (minimum 50% in aggregate in each).

Stipend: Rs. 8200 for NON-ITI Candidates
Rs. 9600 for EX-ITI Candidates

Application Fee: Rs. 200/- for UR/ OBC category candidates
Rs. 100/- for SC/ ST/ Women/ PWD category candidates.
Candidates are suggested to pay the application fee online.

Application Mode: Online

How to Apply: Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria are suggested to apply online through the official website of Yantra India Limited.

For complete details on this recruitment, please go through the official recruitment page of Yantra India Limited at https://recruit-gov.com/Yantra2026/Recruitment_Advertisement

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Yantra India Limited Apprentice 2026 FAQs

• What is the age requirement for Yantra India Limited?

Candidates must have attained the minimum age of 14 years (18 years) and must not have crossed the maximum age limit of 35 years as on the closing date of submission of online application form.

• When is the application period for the Yantra India Limited apprentice recruitment?

Interested candidates can apply online from the last week of February 2026.

• What qualifications are needed for the 2026 apprentice vacancies at Yantra India Limited?

For non ITI categories positions, Candidate must pass Madhyamik/ Class X or equivalent examination from a recognized board. Candidates must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. And also, minimum 40% marks in Mathematics and Science each.

For ITI positions, the Candidate must pass Madhyamik/Class X or equivalent examination from a recognized board and possess ITI in relevant trade, NCVT/SCVT. Candidates must possess a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

• When can I start submitting my application for the Yantra India Limited apprentice position?

Interested candidates can submit online from the first week of February 2026.

• Where can I find the application form for the Yantra India Limited apprentice vacancies?

Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria are suggested to apply online through the official website of Yantra India Limited. We shall be updating you with application link as soon as possible once the government authorities make the online form live.