The Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath has released its recruitment notification for the engagement of the 61st Batch of Trade Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961 & (Amendment) Act, 1973. A total of 162 vacancies have been announced for Non-ITI and Ex-ITI candidates across 10 trades.
Interested and eligible candidates are required to send their filled application, in the prescribed format, to the office of the Chief General Manager, MTPF, Ambarnath, so as to reach on or before 1st September 2025. Before applying, candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria, which vary by trade and category. Keep reading the article to know more details about the recruitment.
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026
In the table below, candidates can find the highlights of the MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2025. 162 Trade Apprentice vacancies have been announced across Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories, and applications must reach the Institute’s office by 1st September 2025. The entire engagement process is being conducted by the Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ambarnath.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Machine Tool Prototype Factory (MTPF), Ambarnath |
| Parent Body | Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), Govt. of India, Ministry of Defence |
| Recruitment | 61st Batch of Trade Apprentices |
| Governing Act | Apprentices Act, 1961 & (Amendment) Act, 1973 |
| Total Vacancies | 162 (Non-ITI: 83, Ex-ITI: 79) |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post) |
| Last Date to Apply | 01.09.2025 |
| Address for Sending Application | Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, Ordnance Factory Estate, Ambarnath (W), Dist-Thane, Maharashtra – 421502 |
MTPF Apprentice Notification
The MTPF Ambarnath Apprentice Recruitment notification has been released for the engagement of the 61st Batch of Trade Apprentices in various trades under Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories. Interested candidates must fill in the application as per the format given in Annexure-I of the notification, attach self-attested copies of all requisite certificates, and send it directly to the Chief General Manager, MTPF, Ambarnath, so as to reach the office on or before 1st September 2025. Candidates can download the complete notification and application format from the official MTPF/AVNL website to know more about the recruitment.
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment Vacancy
A total of 162 vacancies have been announced across 10 trades under the Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories, as detailed below. The number of vacancies notified is provisional.
Non-ITI Category
| Trade | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | OH | HH | VH | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 09 | 04 | 01 | 01 | 02 | – | – | – | 15 |
| Turner | 11 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 02 | – | 01 | – | 21 |
| Machinist | 15 | 07 | 03 | 02 | 03 | – | – | – | 27 |
| MMTM | 10 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 01 | – | 01 | – | 20 |
Ex-ITI Category
| Trade | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | OH | HH | VH | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitter | 08 | 04 | 02 | 01 | 02 | – | – | – | 15 |
| Turner | 10 | 06 | 02 | 02 | 02 | 01 | 01 | – | 20 |
| Machinist | 14 | 07 | 03 | 03 | 03 | 01 | – | – | 27 |
| Electrician | 03 | 02 | 01 | 01 | 01 | – | – | – | 07 |
| Electronics | 04 | 01 | 0 | 01 | 0 | – | – | – | 06 |
| Welder (G&E) | 03 | 01 | 0 | 0 | 0 | – | – | – | 04 |
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How to Apply for MTPF Apprentice 2026?
Since the application process is offline, candidates need to follow the process given below.
Step 1: Download the application format given in Annexure-I of the official notification.
Step 2: Fill in personal details carefully — name, father’s/mother’s name, date of birth, Aadhaar number, category, educational qualification, and marks obtained — ensuring they exactly match the Matriculation certificate.
Step 3: Paste a recent passport-size colour photograph and sign the application form.
Step 4: Attach self-attested (by a Gazetted Officer or other competent authority) copies of the following documents:
- Identity Card (in absence of Aadhaar)
- SSC/Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent mark sheet and certificate showing date of birth
- Consolidated ITI mark sheet/Provisional National Trade Certificate (for Ex-ITI candidates)
- National Trade Certificate issued by NCVT/SCVT (for Ex-ITI candidates)
- Caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC candidates (OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued within the last three years)
- Physical Disability certificate for PH/PWD candidates
- EWS certificate issued by Tehsildar/District Magistrate, if applicable
Step 5: Send the complete application, along with all enclosures, to “The Chief General Manager, Machine Tool Prototype Factory, A Unit of AVNL, Govt. of India Enterprise, Ambarnath, Dist – Thane, Maharashtra, Pin: 421502,” so as to reach the office on or before 1st September 2025.
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment Stipend
The minimum monthly stipend payable to Trade Apprentices, as per AVNL Letter No. AVNL/CO/HR/12/T&D/2025-26 dated 30.04.2025, is as follows. No other allowance will be paid during the entire apprenticeship period.
| Category | Stipend |
|---|---|
| Non-ITI Apprentice — 1st Year of Training | ₹12,600/- per month |
| Non-ITI Apprentice — 2nd Year of Training | ₹14,400/- per month |
| Ex-ITI Apprentice — All 2-Year ITI Trades | ₹16,200/- per month |
| Ex-ITI Apprentice — All 1-Year ITI Trades | ₹14,400/- per month |
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment Duration of Training
| Category | Duration |
|---|---|
| Non-ITI | 2 Years |
| Ex-ITI | 1 Year |
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment Eligibility
To apply for the recruitment, candidates must make sure that they meet the necessary eligibility requirements as stated in the official notification. Given below are the detailed eligibility requirements in terms of age limit and educational qualification.
Age Limit
The age of candidates must be between 15 and 24 years as on the last date of receipt of application.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST Candidates | As per Government of India directives for different categories |
| OBC Candidates | As per Government of India directives for different categories |
| EWS Candidates | As per Government of India directives for different categories |
| PH/PC/Differently-Abled Candidates | As per Government of India directives for different categories |
| ITI Candidates | Upper age limit further relaxed by the normal duration of NCVT/SCVT training undergone in the relevant trade |
Educational Qualification
| Category | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Non-ITI | Passed Madhyamik (Class X or equivalent) as on the date of notification, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 40% marks each in Mathematics and Science. |
| ITI | Passed the relevant trade test from an institute recognized by NCVT or SCVT (or any authority notified by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship/Ministry of Labour and Employment), plus passed Matriculation/Class X or equivalent, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks in both Matriculation and ITI. The relevant trade will be considered strictly as per the Schedule of the Apprentices Act, 1961. |
MTPF Apprentice Recruitment Selection Process
Selection will be made on the basis of a merit list, prepared separately for the Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories.
Non-ITI Category: A common merit list will be prepared based on the overall percentage of marks obtained in Madhyamik/Matriculation (Class X or equivalent), aggregate across all subjects, irrespective of the Board. Trades will be allotted on a merit-cum-choice basis after selection.
Ex-ITI Category: A trade-wise merit list will be prepared based on the simple average of the percentage of marks in both Matriculation and ITI (minimum 50% aggregate required in each).
Based on the vacancy position, select lists will be prepared, and only provisionally selected candidates will be called for Document Verification and Medical Examination.
FAQs
What is the last date to submit the application for MTPF Apprentice Recruitment 2026?
The completed application must reach the office of the Chief General Manager, MTPF, Ambarnath, on or before 1st September 2025.
What is the total number of vacancies announced for this recruitment?
A total of 162 vacancies have been announced — 83 under the Non-ITI category and 79 under the Ex-ITI category, across 10 trades.
What is the mode of application?
The application is offline. Candidates must send the filled application, in the format at Annexure-I, along with attested copies of documents, by post to the Chief General Manager, MTPF, Ambarnath.
What is the stipend for MTPF Trade Apprentices?
Non-ITI apprentices receive ₹12,600/month in the 1st year and ₹14,400/month in the 2nd year. Ex-ITI apprentices receive ₹16,200/month (2-year trades) or ₹14,400/month (1-year trades).
What is the mode of selection?
Selection is based on a merit list prepared separately for Non-ITI and Ex-ITI categories, using percentage of marks in Matriculation (and ITI, for Ex-ITI candidates), followed by Document Verification and Medical Examination of provisionally selected candidates.
Can a candidate apply for more than one trade?
No. Only one application per candidate will be accepted, and Ex-ITI candidates can apply against only one designated trade.
