🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

Indian Ordnance Factories Recruitment Board (IOFRB) Tradesman (Group C) Recruitment 2026

Organization: Indian Ordnance Factories Recruitment Board (Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India) (IOFRB)
Advt No: IOFRB/Tech-C/2026/01

Quick Summary: The Indian Ordnance Factories Recruitment Board (IOFRB), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of Tradesman (Group C) posts across various Ordnance Factories spread throughout India. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with ITI qualifications to join the defence production sector and contribute to national security.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	10/03/2026
Apply Last Date	09/04/2026
Exam Date	15/06/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹100
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Matriculation (10th Pass) with National Trade Certificate (NTC) / ITI Certificate in the relevant trade from a recognized institute.

Age Limits: 18 to 25 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Written Examination (Computer Based Test - CBT)

2Skill Test / Trade Test (Qualifying in nature)

3Document Verification

4Medical Examination

📎 Required Documents

Scanned recent passport-size photograph
Scanned signature
Class 10th Marksheet/Certificate
ITI/NTC Certificate & Marksheets
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official IOFRB website. Fill in all required details, upload scanned copies of photograph and signature as per specifications, pay the application fee (if applicable) through online mode, and submit the application form. It is advised to take a printout of the submitted application for future reference. Ensure all details are correct before final submission as no modifications will be allowed post-submission.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit for this recruitment is 18 to 25 years as of the closing date of application. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per existing Government of India rules.

Is there any application fee for female candidates?

No, female candidates are completely exempted from paying the application fee. Similarly, candidates belonging to Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories are also exempted from fee payment.

What is the primary selection process for these posts?

The selection process primarily comprises a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by a Skill Test/Trade Test (which will be qualifying in nature), subsequent Document Verification, and a Medical Examination for finally shortlisted candidates.

Can candidates from any state apply for these positions?

Yes, this is an All-India recruitment drive. Eligible candidates from across all states and Union Territories of India are encouraged to apply for these Tradesman (Group C) positions.