Here's the High Explosives Factory (HEF) Recruitment 2026 notification in your stored structure format: High Explosives Factory (HEF) Khadki Recruitment 2026 – Hiring of Graduate Project Engineer & AOCP (CPW) on Tenure Basis High Explosives Factory (HEF), Khadki, Pune notification released for hiring of Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer – Chemical) and Skilled Worker (AOCP – CPW) on Tenure Basis. Apply offline within 21 days from the date of first appearance of the advertisement in Employment News. Candidates with B.E./B.Tech in Chemical with minimum one year training/experience or Matriculation + NAC/NTC (AOCP Trade) from NCTVT can apply.
High Explosives Factory (HEF), Khadki, Pune, Maharashtra – 411003, a Unit of Munitions India Limited (MIL), a Government of India Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has released a Full Advertisement/Notification for hiring of Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer – Chemical) and Skilled Worker (AOCP – Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) on Tenure/Contract Basis to work in High Explosives Factory, Khadki, Dist. – Pune, Maharashtra.
The engagement is initially for a period of One Year, extendable for another period of Three Years (i.e. total maximum period of Four Years) with renewal on yearly basis from the date of engagement based on factory requirement and individual performance. The tenure will come to an end automatically on completion of four years without any further notice.
These latest government jobs in High Explosives Factory offer remuneration at 1/30th of the pay at Basic Pay plus Dearness Allowance for 8 hours of work per day, along with IDA, House Rent Allowance, EPF, Employee Compensation Act benefits, Bonus (as applicable), Night Duty Allowance and Risk Allowance as applicable — making this an attractive short-term engagement opportunity in India's defence manufacturing sector in Maharashtra.
HEF Khadki Recruitment 2026 - Overview
High Explosives Factory (HEF), Khadki, Pune – 411003, a Unit of Munitions India Limited, Ministry of Defence has invited offline applications for tenure-based engagement.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | High Explosives Factory (HEF), Khadki, Pune (Unit of Munitions India Limited, Ministry of Defence) |
| Post Names | Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer – Chemical) & Skilled Worker (AOCP – Attendant Operator Chemical Plant) |
| Category | Tenure/Contract Basis Engagement |
| Total Vacancies | Supervisory Staff: 06posts; Skilled Worker (AOCP): 85 posts; Total: 91 posts |
| Tenure Period | Initially 1 year; extendable up to maximum 4 years (including initial period) on yearly basis |
| Job Location | High Explosives Factory, Khadki, Dist. – Pune, Maharashtra – 411003 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Hard copy to be sent to Chief General Manager, HEF, Khadki) |
| Application Fee | NIL |
| Selection Process | Supervisory Staff: B.E./B.Tech marks + Personal Interaction/Interview; Skilled Worker: NCVT marks + Trade Test/Practical Test |
HEF Khadki Supervisory Staff, Skilled Worker Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates should download and read the HEF Khadki Jobs 2026 notification PDF carefully to check vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, and application instructions. The notification also includes important dates and selection process details. The direct download link is available in the Important Links section below.
Download HEF Khadki Supervisory Staff, Skilled Worker Job 2026 Notification PDF
HEF Khadki Vacancy 2026 Details
The HEF Recruitment 2026 announces a total of 91 posts with category-wise reservation as follows:
| Sl. No. | Name of Post | Discipline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer) | Chemical | 06 |
| 2 | Skilled Worker (AOCP – CPW) | AOCP | 85 |
| Grand Total | 91 | ||
*Note: The Skilled Worker (AOCP) post is NOT identified for PwD candidates. Candidates belonging to PwD category are NOT eligible for this post. Vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon requirement of HEF.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Publication in Employment News | 21 March 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 21 days from the date of first appearance of advertisement in Employment News |
| Trade Test / Practical Test / Personal Interaction Date | To be notified; only shortlisted candidates will be informed |
Note: If the closing date falls on a Holiday for the Factory, the next working day shall be considered as the closing date for all purposes.
HEF Khadki Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility criteria include age limit, educational qualification, trade and experience. All conditions must be fulfilled as on the last date of receipt of applications.
Age Limit 2026
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer – Chemical) | 18 to 35 years (as on last date of receipt of applications) |
| Skilled Worker (AOCP – CPW) | 18 to 40 years for General candidates; Age relaxation as admissible to OBC-NCL, SC/ST & Ex-Servicemen as per Government rules |
HEF Khadki Educational & Professional Qualification 2026
Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer – Chemical)
A) Essential Qualification:
- B.E./B.Tech in Chemical from a recognized institution.
- Ex-Graduate Apprentice who has undergone minimum one year training as per Apprenticeship Act 1961 in Chemical trade of Ordnance Factories under MIL or Ordnance Factories manufacturing Military Ammunitions and Explosives. OR Persons with one year training/experience in Factories manufacturing Military Ammunitions and Explosives will be engaged on Tenure basis as Graduate Project Engineer.
B) Criteria for Engagement: Persons with minimum one year experience or training in factories manufacturing ammunition, explosives and hazardous chemicals and handling of the same. Ex-Graduate Apprentice of Chemical trade who have completed one year Trade Apprenticeship in Ordnance Factories under MIL or factories manufacturing ammunition and explosives possess skill.
Skilled Worker (AOCP – Attendant Operator Chemical Plant)
A) Essential Qualification:
- Matriculation + NAC/NTC issued by NCTVT (now NCVT) having completed the course from government/private organization having affiliation from government, and those from Government ITI.
- Trade: AOCP (Attendant Operator Chemical Plant)
- Feeder Trades: IMCP, MMCP, LACP, PPO, Fitter General, Machinist, Turner, Sheet Metal Worker, Electrician, Electronic Mechanic, Boiler Attendant, Mechanic Industrial Electronics, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic.
B) Desirable: Possessing Ordnance Factories training or experience in manufacturing and handling military explosives and ammunitions.
HEF Khadki Selection Process 2026
For Supervisory Staff (Graduate Project Engineer):
- Selection based on Marks scored in B.E./B.Tech and Personal Interaction/Interview only, in order of Merit.
- Weightage: B.E./B.Tech marks – 85%; Personal Interaction/Interview – 15%.
- Cut-off percentage for calling candidates for interview may be decided by HEF based on marks in qualifying examination to ensure sufficient competition.
- Merit list prepared on combined marks of B.E./B.Tech and Personal Interaction/Interview.
- Candidates scoring more than cut-off marks will be called for Document Verification in order of merit; number limited to posts notified (Discipline/Category wise).
- Candidates qualifying Document Verification will be issued Offers of Engagement.
For Skilled Worker (AOCP – CPW):
- Selection based on Marks scored in NCVT and Trade Test/Practical Test only, in order of Merit.
- Weightage: NCVT Exam – 80%; Trade Test/Practical Test – 20%.
- Cut-off for Trade Test/Practical Test decided by HEF based on total marks in NCVT.
- Merit list prepared on combined marks in NCVT Exam and Trade Test/Practical Test.
- Candidates with AOCP Trade (NCVT) will be given preference; candidates from feeder trades considered only if requisite number of AOCP candidates not available.
- AOCP Trade Apprentices from Government/Private organisations will be given compulsory "ONE MONTH" extensive in-house training on Safe Handling of Explosives, ammunition, safety norms, DOs & DON'Ts, etc. After successful completion, two months On-Job training will be imparted, after which they will be considered for specific job deployment.
- On successful completion of training, a Certificate will be issued acceptable in all MIL Group of Factories.
Remuneration & Benefits
- Remuneration at 1/30th of Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance for 8 hours work per day.
- IDA as prevalent will be applicable.
- House Rent Allowance as per classification of cities (when Company Quarter is not available). Priority for Company Quarters where available.
- 30 days leave per year (2.5 days per calendar month of service); can be accumulated up to 30 days and encashed after completion of one year.
- Eligible for EPF and Employees Compensation Act as per government guidelines.
- Bonus (as applicable) as per Bonus Act 1965.
- Night Duty Allowance at par with regular employees (for Night Shift due to production exigency).
- Risk Allowance at par with regular employees as per extant rules.
- Safety and protective gear, equipment, kits as per Company norms.
- Maternity Benefits for female personnel as per Maternity Benefit Act, 1961.
- Company Quarters eligibility (wherever available); license fee deducted at rates applicable to regular employees.
NOT entitled for: Promotions, OT allowance, Loans/Advances/Interest Subsidies, Medical Facilities, Contingency Advance, School Fee Reimbursement, LTC/LTA Facilities, Grant of Study Leave, Sponsorship for Higher Studies, or any other benefits admissible to regular employees.
Terms & Conditions of Tenure Engagement
- Engagement on contract basis initially for One Year; extendable for another Three Years (total maximum Four Years) with yearly renewal based on factory requirement and individual performance.
- Tenure ends automatically on completion of four years from date of joining, without any further notice.
- Employment can be terminated at any time during tenure by giving one month's notice by either side or payment of Basic Pay + IDA Component in lieu of Notice.
- No commitment to the candidate either for absorption as permanent employee or for extension of term.
- Performance assessed on a six-monthly basis; poor performance will result in written notice to improve; repeated poor rating may lead to termination.
- Full-time basis; absence other than authorized leave/Company Holidays will result in proportionate reduction in Consolidated Emoluments.
- For quitting the job, candidate must give one month prior notice in advance, failing which one month salary will be deducted.
- Tenure Based Personnel will abide by various Company/Factory Rules & Regulations governing the assigned tasks and conduct.
- Personnel covered under Income Tax, Service Tax, Professional Tax as per applicable rules; all such taxes payable by candidates.
How to Apply for HEF Khadki Recruitment 2026
- Download and print the Application Form from the link provided.
- Fill the application form in BLOCK LETTERS only.
- Self-attest one extra copy of photograph (behind the photograph) and enclose with the application.
- Enclose self-attested copies of educational qualifications, age proof certificate, experience certificate from institutions, NCVT Marksheets and National Trade Certificate (NTC)/National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) as applicable.
- OBC candidates must submit duly signed undertaking in the format given at Appendix-I of the Application Form. Valid OBC-NCL/EWS certificate as per extant rules (as on closing date of application) required at time of Document Verification.
- Superscribe the envelope clearly as: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF 'TENURE BASED SUPERVISORY STAFF / SKILLED WORKER ON CONTRACT BASIS'"
- Send the hard copy of the application to reach on or before the last date of receipt of application to:
The Chief General Manager,
High Explosives Factory,
Khadki, Pune, Maharashtra Pin – 411003
Important Instructions
- Application fee is NIL for all candidates.
- Submission of more than one application by the same individual for a post will be summarily rejected.
- Submission of false/incorrect/incomplete information or dubious/bogus documents shall disqualify the candidature.
- SC/ST candidates shall be paid second-class TA as admissible under rules in the shortest route of travel, on production of bus/train ticket and Caste/Community Certificate. Mandatory to submit 'Bank Details Form' for reimbursement of TA claim.
- No correspondence/enquiry through phone/messenger will be entertained; canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Mere submission of application form does not guarantee issue of 'Call Letter' for Trade Test/Practical Test; only shortlisted candidates will be informed.
- Candidates appearing for Physical Test/Trade Test/Skill Test will have to travel on their own expenses and are required to stay one day more for medical examination.
- HEF Khadki will not be responsible for late/non-receipt of filled-in application/Call Letters due to postal delay or any other reasons.
- Any dispute/legal jurisdiction will be at Pune only.
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