🏛️ Central Govt📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

Ministry of Defence: Indian Ordnance Factories Services (IOFS) Recruitment 2026

Organization: Indian Ordnance Factories, Ministry of Defence, Government of India (IOFS, MoD)
Advt No: IOFS/Rectt/2026/03

Quick Summary: The Indian Ordnance Factories (IOFS) under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, announces recruitment for various Group 'A' posts in the Indian Ordnance Factories Services for the year 2026. This is a prestigious opportunity for engineering graduates to serve the nation in critical defence production roles. The selection process involves a multi-stage examination and interview, designed to identify highly skilled and dedicated individuals.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/03/2026
Apply Last Date	14/04/2026
Exam Date	20/07/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹200
SC / ST	₹100
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Metallurgy, Civil, Chemical, Computer Science) from a recognized university.

Age Limits: 21 to 30 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

2Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

3Interview

4Document Verification

5Medical Examination

📎 Required Documents

Matriculation/10th Class Certificate (as proof of age)
Bachelor's Degree Certificate and Marksheets
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
EWS Certificate (if applicable)
Disability Certificate (if applicable)
Aadhaar Card/Photo ID Proof
Recent Passport Size Photographs
Scanned Signature

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official IOFS recruitment portal. Fill out the application form carefully, upload required documents (scanned copies of photograph, signature, and certificates), pay the application fee via online modes, and submit. Ensure all details are accurate before final submission. A unique registration ID will be generated upon successful submission, which should be kept for future reference.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the eligible engineering disciplines for this recruitment?

Eligible disciplines include Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Metallurgy, Civil, Chemical, Computer Science, and other allied engineering branches as specified in the detailed official notification.

Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), and Ex-Servicemen candidates.

Can final year students apply for this recruitment?

Candidates appearing in the final year of their qualifying Bachelor's Degree examination are provisionally eligible, provided they produce proof of passing the examination with the required percentage/CGPA at the time of the interview stage.

What is the nature of the posts in IOFS?

The posts are Group 'A' Gazetted positions, involving roles in production, quality control, research & development, and administration within various Ordnance Factories across India.