High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 is now officially open for aspiring candidates looking to start their careers with a government enterprise. Munitions India Limited (a unit of the High Explosives Factory, Khadki, Pune) has released a notification inviting applications for 90 Apprentice positions. This recruitment drive is a fantastic opportunity for Engineering Graduates, General Stream Graduates (Non-Engineering), and Diploma holders to gain practical training. The application process is offline, and candidates must submit their forms within 21 days of the advertisement’s publication. If you have recently passed your degree or diploma, read on to find all the essential details about the vacancy, eligibility, and how to apply.
High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
01 January 2026
Application Start Date
01 January 2026
Last Date For Registration (Receipt of Form)
21 Days from publication (Approx. 21-22 January 2026)
Admit Card Release Date
To be notified later
Exam Date
No Exam (Merit-Based Selection)
Result Date
To be notified later
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
Nil (No Fee)
SC / ST / PH
Nil (No Fee)
Payment Mode
N/A
Age Limit Details
Criteria
Details
Minimum Age
14 Years (As per Apprenticeship Act Rules)
Maximum Age
No specific upper limit mentioned, but candidate must be a “Fresh Pass Out”
Pass-Out Criteria
Candidates must have passed their Degree/Diploma within the last 4 years.
Age Relaxation
As per Government Rules
High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Detail
Information
Organization Name
High Explosives Factory (Munitions India Ltd), Pune
Total Posts
90 Posts
Post Name
Graduate & Diploma Apprentices
Advertisement No.
7006/DEG-DIP HRD/HEF
Job Location
Khadki, Pune (Maharashtra)
High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Educational Qualification
Engineering Graduate Apprentice
Degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical) from a recognized University.
Diploma (Technician) Apprentice
Diploma in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or Electrical) from a State Board of Technical Education.
Non-Engineering Graduate Apprentice
Degree in General Stream: B.A, B.Sc, B.Com, BCA, BBA, or Bachelor of Management Science.
Note
Candidates with more than 1 year of work experience or training after passing are NOT eligible.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Post Type
Total Seats
Engineering Graduate
20
Diploma (Technician)
20
Non-Engineering Graduate
50
Grand Total
90
(Note: Reservation for SC/ST/OBC is applicable as per the table in the official notification—approx 14 ST, 07 OBC, 45 UR, 24 SC distributed across streams).
High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Stage
Description
1. Merit List
Selection is based purely on the percentage of marks obtained in the Final Year of the qualifying examination (Degree/Diploma).
2. Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called to verify original documents.
3. Medical Examination
Candidates must be found medically FIT.
4. Police Clearance
Satisfactory police verification is mandatory.
High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Post Name
Stipend (Per Month)
Engineering Graduate Apprentice
Rs. 9,000/- (Approx. as per Act)*
Diploma (Technician) Apprentice
Rs. 8,000/- (Approx. as per Act)*
Non-Engineering Graduate
Rs. 9,000/- (Approx. as per Act)*
(Note: The notification text regarding stipend amounts was partially unclear, mentioning figures like Rs. 12,300 and Rs. 10,600 in the OCR. Candidates will receive the stipend as per the latest Apprenticeship Rules/Official Joining Letter).
How to Apply for High Explosives Factory Recruitment 2026
Step
Action
Step 1
Download the Application Form (Annexure-A) from the official website or the link provided below.
Step 2
Print the form on A4 size paper.
Step 3
Fill in all details in Capital Letters (Name, DOB, Address, Marks, etc.).
Step 4
Paste a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the form.
Step 5
Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (Mark sheets, Caste Cert, DOB proof).
Step 6
If there is a gap of more than 1 year since passing, attach an Affidavit on stamp paper.
Step 7
Put the form and documents in a sealed envelope.
Step 8
Superscribe the envelope with: “APPLICATION FOR ENGAGEMENT AS ENGINEERING GRADUATE / NON-ENGINEERING GRADUATE / DIPLOMA APPRENTICE”.
Step 9
Send the envelope via Post to: The Chief General Manager, High Explosives Factory, Khadki, Pune – 411003 (Maharashtra).
