Heavy Vehicles Factory, Avadi Recruitment 2026

Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), Avadi—under Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), Ministry of Defence—invites applications for Apprentice positions in various disciplines. This program provides a valuable opportunity for fresh graduates and diploma holders to gain practical training in a leading government manufacturing unit based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Post Details

• Organization: Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), Avadi

• Post Name: Apprentice

• Job Location: Avadi, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

• Engagement Type: Apprenticeship Training

Categories of Apprentices:

• Graduate Apprentice

• Technician (Diploma) Apprentice

• Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice

Qualifications

Candidates must have completed the following from a recognized institution:

• Graduate Apprentice: B.E / B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines

• Technician Apprentice: Diploma in relevant engineering field

• Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice: B.A / B.Sc / B.Com / BBA / BCA

Salary Details

Selected candidates will receive a monthly stipend as per government apprenticeship norms:

• Graduate Apprentice: ₹9,000/- per month

• Technician Apprentice: ₹8,000/- per month

• Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice: ₹9,000/- per month

Age Limit

• Age limit will be followed as per apprenticeship rules and government norms

• Relaxation in age will be applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD) as per regulations

Application Fee

• No application fee is required for any category of candidates

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: Expected in early 2026

• Last Date to Apply: Typically within 30 days from the notification release

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on:

• Academic merit (marks obtained in qualifying examination)

• Shortlisting of candidates

• Document verification

• Interview (if applicable)

Application Process

Candidates can apply by following these steps:

1. Visit the official website of HVF/AVNL.

2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

3. Fill in the application form with accurate details.

4. Upload required documents such as educational certificates and ID proof.

5. Submit the application before the closing date.

6. Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.