Ammunition Factory Khadki Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2026: Complete Details & How to Apply
Here is a great chance for fresh graduates! Ammunition Factory, Khadki — a unit of Munitions India Limited under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India — has released its official notification for 40 General Stream Graduate Apprentice posts. These apprenticeships are open to candidates who hold a degree in BA, BSc, BCom, BCA, or BBA streams. You will get one year of practical training at a defence establishment and receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,300.
The notification was published on 18 February 2026 and the last date to send your application is 04 March 2026 (14 days from publication). Please note that you must also register on the NATS portal before applying. This article on GovtJobsAlert.in covers all the details you need — eligibility, vacancy breakdown, how to apply, and important dates. Read it carefully so you don’t miss anything.
Key Highlights about Ammunition Factory Khadki & Graduate Apprentices Recruitment 2026
Ammunition Factory, Khadki is one of the oldest defence production units in India, located in Pune, Maharashtra. It operates under Munitions India Limited, a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. This recruitment is for providing one-year apprenticeship training to fresh graduates under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
- Post Name: General Stream Graduate Apprentice
- Total Vacancies: 40 Posts
- Monthly Stipend: ₹12,300 per month
- Training Duration: 1 Year
- Job Location: Ammunition Factory, Khadki, Pune, Maharashtra
- Notification Date: 18 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 04 March 2026
Ammunition Factory Khadki 2026 Vacancy Breakdown: Stream-Wise & Category-Wise Details
| Stream | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts (BA) | 10 |
| Bachelor of Science (BSc) | 10 |
| Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) | 10 |
| Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) | 5 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) | 5 |
| Total | 40 |
Category-wise distribution across all streams:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 23 |
| OBC | 10 |
| SC | 4 |
| ST | 3 |
| Total | 40 |
Ammunition Factory Khadki Apprentice 2026 Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
Educational Qualification
- Must hold a Graduation Degree (BA, BSc, BCom, BCA, or BBA) from a recognized university or institution
- The degree must be from a statutory university or an institution empowered by an Act of Parliament
- Professional body examinations recognized by the Central Government as equivalent to a degree are also accepted
- Only fresh graduates are eligible — you must have passed your graduation within 3 years as on the crucial date (last date of application)
- Candidates who already have 1 year or more of job experience or training after graduation are NOT eligible
- Degrees obtained through Distance Learning, Part-Time, or Correspondence Mode will NOT be accepted
Important Note on Gap Year
If the gap between your result declaration date and the date of joining the apprenticeship training is more than 1 year, you must submit an affidavit on stamp paper signed by a Magistrate/Notary. If the gap is less than 1 year, a simple signed declaration is enough.
Ammunition Factory Khadki Apprentice 2026 Stipend and Benefits: What Will You Earn?
The stipend for General Stream Graduate Apprentices is fixed as per the NATS 2.0 guidelines issued by the Government of India under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961.
- Monthly Stipend: ₹12,300 per month (consolidated)
- Payment Mode: 50% of the stipend is paid by the Government through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and 50% is paid by the establishment (Ammunition Factory Khadki)
- Bank Account: You must have an Aadhaar-linked bank account in your own name (preferably in a nationalized bank with internet banking) to receive the stipend
The apprenticeship provides valuable one year of hands-on training at a prestigious defence establishment. While this is a training position and not a permanent job, the experience and certificate you earn can greatly boost your resume for future government and private sector jobs.
Apart from the stipend, apprentices gain exposure to a professional defence manufacturing environment, which is an excellent learning opportunity. Please note that no accommodation is provided by the factory during training, so candidates should plan accordingly.
How Are Candidates Selected? Ammunition Factory Khadki Apprentice 2026 Selection Process
Merit-Based Selection
There is no written exam for this recruitment. The selection is purely based on merit — your marks in the final year of graduation will decide your rank. The inter-se merit list will be prepared based on the percentage of marks obtained in the final year marksheet of your graduation.
Document Verification
Candidates shortlisted based on merit will be called for document verification. You must bring originals of all your certificates. If you have CGPA/SGPA grades instead of percentage, you must bring a conversion certificate from your college or university.
Medical Examination
After clearing document verification and Police Clearance Certificate (PVR) verification, candidates will undergo a medical examination. Those found medically fit will be issued a joining letter for the one-year training.
How to Apply for Ammunition Factory Khadki Graduate Apprentice 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Before you start, keep your graduation marksheets, certificates, Aadhaar card, caste certificate (if applicable), and a passport-size photograph ready. This is an offline (postal) application — not online.
- Register on the NATS portal at the link provided in the Essential Links section below — this is mandatory and will be verified during document verification.
- Download the application form (Annexure-A) from the official website or use the format given in the notification PDF.
- Fill the application form in capital letters with all your personal and educational details.
- Attach the signed Declaration/Affidavit (Annexure-B) — simple declaration if gap is less than 1 year, affidavit on stamp paper if more than 1 year.
- Put the application in a sealed envelope and write on top: “Application for the post of General Stream Graduate Apprentice (Group Code)” — for example, “GSG 1” for BA.
- Send the application by post to: The Chief General Manager, Ammunition Factory Khadki, Pune, Maharashtra, PIN – 411 003.
- Make sure your application reaches within 14 days of the advertisement date. Late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Ammunition Factory Khadki Apprentice 2026 Important Dates: Application Timeline
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 18 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (by post) | 04 March 2026 |
| Merit List Publication | To Be Announced |
| Document Verification | To Be Announced |
| Medical Examination | To Be Announced |
Ammunition Factory Khadki Apprentice 2026 Application Fees
There is no application fee for this recruitment. The application is to be sent by post in the prescribed format. However, registration on the NATS portal is mandatory and free of cost.
Ammunition Factory Khadki Graduate Apprentice 2026 Essential Links: Apply & Download Notification
- Register on NATS Portal for Apprenticeship
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit Ammunition Factory / DDPDOO Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Maharashtra Government Jobs Telegram Channel
Don’t let this chance slip away if you are a fresh graduate looking for training experience in a defence establishment. With 40 posts across five different graduation streams and a monthly stipend of ₹12,300, this is a wonderful opportunity to kickstart your career. The last date is 04 March 2026 — send your application by post well in time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more government job updates and apprenticeship opportunities.