HVF Avadi Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 450 Posts, Stipend Up to ₹18,000

The Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF) Avadi, a premier defence manufacturing unit under Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) and the Ministry of Defence, has officially announced the recruitment of apprentices for the 2026-27 batch. The factory is inviting online applications for 450 apprenticeship positions across Graduate, Diploma, and Non-Engineering categories .

This is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates, diploma holders, and commerce/science graduates to gain one year of hands-on industrial training at a world-class defence manufacturing facility in Chennai. The stipend ranges from ₹16,200 to ₹18,000 per month, making it one of the most attractive apprenticeship programs in the defence sector . The last date to apply online is April 20, 2026.

HVF Avadi Apprentice Recruitment 2026: Overview

Here is the essential information regarding the HVF Avadi Apprentice Recruitment 2026:

Vacancy Details for HVF Avadi Apprentice Recruitment 2026

A total of 450 apprenticeships are available across three categories with diverse engineering and non-engineering disciplines .

Graduate Apprentices (Category A) — 150 Posts

Diploma Apprentices (Category B) — 50 Posts

Non-Engineering Graduates (Category C) — 250 Posts

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Graduate Apprentice (Category A): Full-time B.E. / B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline from a recognized university .
• Diploma Apprentice (Category B): Full-time Diploma in relevant engineering branch from a recognized polytechnic / institute .
• Non-Engineering Graduate (Category C): Full-time B.Com, BCA, B.A., B.Sc., B.B.A., or B.B.M. from a recognized university .

Not Eligible: Candidates with Distance Education / Correspondence degrees or Open University degrees are not eligible for Apprenticeship .

Year of Passing

Candidates must have passed in 2022, 2023, 2024, or 2025 only .

Domicile / Geographic Requirement

Candidates must belong to: Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, or Puducherry . Proof of domicile will be verified during document verification.

Previous Training / Experience

Candidates who have already undergone or are currently undergoing Apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship (Amendment) Act 1973, and/or having one year or more experience are NOT ELIGIBLE to apply .

Age Limit

No specific age limit is mentioned in the notification. Age limit will be followed as per Apprenticeship Rules . Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD will be as per Apprentices Act guidelines.

Stipend Details

HVF Avadi offers competitive stipends as per the Apprentice Act, 1961 :

• Graduate Apprentice (Category A): ₹18,000 per month
• Diploma Apprentice (Category B): ₹16,200 per month
• Non-Engineering Graduate (Category C): ₹18,000 per month

Important Dates

Selection Process

The selection process for HVF Avadi Apprenticeship 2026-27 is based on merit and certificate verification :

1. Shortlisting: The Board of Apprenticeship Training (Southern Region) will prepare the shortlist based on the percentage of marks obtained in the basic prescribed qualification.
2. Intimation: Shortlisted candidates will be informed through their registered email ID.
3. Certificate Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear for Certificate Verification at Heavy Vehicles Factory, Avadi, Chennai on the scheduled dates. No TA/DA will be paid.

How to Apply for HVF Avadi Apprentice Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates must register and apply online through the National Apprenticeship Training Scheme (NATS) portal for Heavy Vehicles Factory Avadi (User ID: STNTLC000004) .

Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Visit the NATS portal: Go to https://nats.education.gov.in/ and click on “Student” .
2. Registration (for first-time users):
   • Click “Student Register”
   • Complete the registration form
   • Obtain a 12-digit Enrollment Number
3. Login (for existing users):
   • Log in using registered email ID and password
   • Complete the application form if not already done
4. Apply against advertised vacancies:
   • After enrollment, log in with email ID and password
   • Click on “Apply against advertised vacancies”
   • Search for “HEAVY VEHICLES FACTORY” and click “Apply”
   • The status will change to “applied”
5. Upload Documents:
   • Upload Provisional Certificate or Consolidated Mark Sheet of BE/B.Tech/Diploma/BA/B.Sc/B.Com/BBA/BCA etc.
   • Ensure that the percentage of marks is correctly entered in the “% of marks / CGPA x 10” column
   • Applications without percentage will not be considered
6. Important Instructions:
   • Only eligible candidates should apply
   • Incomplete, erroneous, or late online applications will be rejected
   • Candidates are advised to beware of touts; the Board has not authorized any individual/organization to coordinate on its behalf

For any clarification, candidates may contact through email at natssouthernregion@gmail.com.

Important Note on Employment

Upon completion of Apprenticeship, Heavy Vehicles Factory, Avadi has no obligation to offer employment, and apprentices cannot claim the right of employment based on completion of training

If you have any questions or face issues during the application process, feel free to comment below.

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