Who Should Apply Age: Confirm exact age limit in official notification; relaxation of 5 years (SC/ST), 3 years (OBC), and period of military service + 3 years (Ex-Servicemen) applies. Qualification: National Apprenticeship Certificate (NAC) or equivalent recognized credential in chemical process operations or related trade. Nationality: Indian citizen only. Location: All-India posting; candidates must be willing to work at High Explosives Factory, Khadki (Pune) or other defence manufacturing units as directed. This tenure-based role is open to applicants who have completed formal apprenticeship training in chemical or manufacturing trades. The position suits candidates seeking entry-level work in defence manufacturing with a structured contract period. If you hold an NAC in explosives handling, chemical processes, or allied manufacturing, you meet the core eligibility. Use the age calculator to confirm your eligibility after relaxation, since the notification does not state a fixed age ceiling. Ex-Servicemen and candidates from reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) benefit from age relaxation. Confirm domicile rules with the official notification—defence manufacturing plants may or may not have state-specific restrictions. Women candidates are encouraged to apply unless the notification specifies otherwise due to workplace hazards (explosives handling may restrict certain categories). Salary and Career Growth Tenure Based CPW: ₹19,900 + Dearness Allowance (DA). DA varies quarterly; current estimated in-hand salary approximately ₹21,500–₹22,500 after DA adjustment. Post-NPS Deduction: National Pension Scheme (~10% of basic) reduces in-hand to roughly ₹20,000–₹21,000 monthly, depending on DA rates at time of joining. Allowances: Confirm HRA, transport, uniform allowance, and hazard allowance (if applicable to explosives work) in the official notification. This is an entry-level contract role. In-hand salary after 10% NPS contribution typically ranges from ₹20,000 to ₹21,500 monthly, depending on DA. Compared to private-sector chemical plants, the pay is lower but includes government job security (for the tenure period), pension eligibility under NPS, and healthcare benefits. Advancement from CPW grade depends on performance appraisals, skill certification upgrades, and internal promotion rules—tenure-based staff may not have automatic conversion to permanent roles. Use the salary calculator to estimate your take-home based on current DA rates and personal tax liability. How to Apply OFFLINE / WALK-IN APPLICATION PROCESS Visit the official High Explosives Factory, Khadki website or check the notification published on freejobalert.com or the factory's recruitment portal for exact walk-in venue, date, and reporting time. Note the walk-in date, start time, and end time clearly. Walk-ins are typically conducted on a single day or multiple days; confirm in advance to avoid travel. Prepare original and one attested photocopy each of: 10th or 12th marksheet/certificate, National Apprenticeship Certificate, qualification degree (if any), Aadhaar card or Voter ID, caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), domicile certificate if required by state. Carry one recent passport-size photograph (white background, 35 mm × 45 mm) and one attested photo for submission. Bring a government photo ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, Passport, or PAN card) for identity verification at the walk-in centre. Arrive at the walk-in venue 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. Walk-ins close strictly at the announced time; late arrivals may not be accepted. Submit all documents to the reception desk, complete the application form on-site (if provided), and obtain an acknowledgement slip with your application number or walk-in pass. Keep this slip for future reference and document tracking. Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected Invalid or photocopied National Apprenticeship Certificate: Defence facilities require original or officially attested NAC. Photocopies of the apprenticeship certificate without attestation are rejected outright. Photograph not meeting specifications: Walk-in centres often reject photos taken from mobile phones, screenshots, or non-white backgrounds. Bring a studio passport photo on white background; use the image resizer before submission if you need to reformat digital copies. Missing caste certificate in prescribed format: SC/ST candidates must carry caste certificates issued by the Taluka/District administration in the format specified by the factory. Self-attested certificates are not valid; ensure the issuing authority and date match current records. Incomplete or illegible application form: Forms filled with pencil, smudged entries, or missing mandatory fields result in rejection. Use black or blue ballpoint pen and fill all sections completely before submitting. Arriving without all original documents: Walk-in centres verify original certificates on the spot. Candidates who bring only photocopies are turned away. Cross-check