The Cordite Factory Aruvankadu (CFA), under the Ordnance Factory Board, has officially released notification for Tenure Based Project Assistant posts on contract basis. A total of 12 vacancies (4 each for HR, Finance, and Materials Management) are available. The key hook for serious candidates is the unique experience-based salary structure where basic pay increases from ₹25,000 to ₹36,602 as relevant experience grows, plus IDA, HRA, EPF, and bonus eligibility.

Based on official notification by Cordite Factory Aruvankadu, Ministry of Defence. Verified: April 2026.

Important Dates

Vacancy & Category Breakdown

📊 Insight: No ST or EWS vacancies are notified for any post. OBC-NCL candidates have 9 total positions (75% of reserved pool), while SC has 3 positions. Since reservation applies post-wise, OBC candidates should apply for specific posts where 3 seats are allocated. UR candidates dominate with 12 seats but competition will be based on aggregate percentage in MBA/PG Diploma + work experience weightage. PwD vacancies not mentioned.

Salary & In-Hand Calculation (Experience-Based)

💰 In-Hand Estimate: After EPF deduction (employee share ~12% of basic) and professional tax (~200), approximate monthly in-hand ranges from ₹36,000 to ₹54,000 depending on experience slab. Additional benefits: Bonus as per Bonus Act, 30 days annual leave (encashable after 1 year), EPF, and Company Quarters if available. Note: No medical facilities, no LTC, no promotions, no loans/advances.

Application Fee

Age Limit & Relaxation

📅 Age calculation example: If application last date is 15 May 2026, a General candidate must be born on or after 15 May 1966. SC candidate with 5-year relaxation: born on or after 15 May 1961.

Educational Qualification & Order of Preference

⚠️ Common eligibility mistake: Only bachelor’s degree without MBA/PG Diploma is NOT eligible. CA(Inter) candidates may apply for FIN post even without MBA. Final year MBA students — degree must be completed before application deadline.

Selection Process (3 Stages)

Stage 1: Shortlisting based on Merit

Candidates shortlisted based on aggregate percentage in MBA/PG Diploma/CA(Inter)/CMA(Inter) PLUS work experience weightage. The order of preference mentioned in Para 2 determines merit ranking — MBA with experience ranked above PG Diploma with experience.

Stage 2: Interview/Interaction

Eligible candidates called separately for each post. Interview focuses on domain knowledge (HR/Finance/MM), statutory compliance, and supervisory skills.

Stage 3: Document Verification

Only as many candidates as vacancies called for DV. If rejected at DV stage, additional candidates called from merit list (discipline & category-wise). SC/ST candidates get second-class TA for interview (on producing tickets + bank details form).

📌 Your first 7 days after applying: 1) Note the 21-day deadline from Employment News date. 2) Prepare scanned copies of all degree mark sheets (CGPA to percentage conversion formula required). 3) For OBC candidates — obtain fresh central Govt format OBC-NCL certificate (issued within 1 year). 4) Fill Google form link: https://forms.gle/UCbrduQTGGPsquN7. 5) Send soft copy to cfadstb@gmail.com. 6) Dispatch hard copy via speed post to Cordite Factory, Aruvankadu. 7) Keep email active for next 6 months.

Interview Syllabus / Preparation Areas

How to Apply — Mandatory 3-Step Process

1. Step 1 — Hard Copy: Download application form, fill in BLOCK LETTERS, paste self-attested photograph. Send to: The Chief General Manager, Cordite Factory Aruvankadu, Aruvankadu, The Nilgiris District, Tamilnadu — Pin 643 202. Envelope superscribed: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TENURE BASED PROJECT ASSISTANT ON CONTRACT BASIS”.
2. Step 2 — Soft Copy: Send scanned copy of entire application + documents to cfadstb@gmail.com (this email is ONLY for application receipt — no queries).
3. Step 3 — Google Form: Mandatory to upload details at: https://forms.gle/UCbrduQTGGPsquN7

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the approximate in-hand salary after deductions?

₹36,000 to ₹54,000 per month depending on experience slab (up to 5 years = ~₹36,000; 20+ years = ~₹54,000). EPF (12% of basic) and professional tax deducted. IDA and HRA are additional allowances over basic pay.

What is the last date to apply?

21 days from the date of first appearance of advertisement in Employment News. If that day is a holiday at Cordite Factory, the next working day is the last date.

How many total vacancies and post names?

12 vacancies: Project Assistant (HR) — 4 posts, Project Assistant (FIN) — 4 posts, Project Assistant (MM) — 4 posts. All are tenure-based (maximum 2 years).

What is the minimum educational qualification?

Bachelor’s degree + MBA/PG Diploma in relevant specialization. For FIN: B.Com/BBA + MBA(Fin) OR CA(Inter)/CMA(Inter). For HR: any bachelor’s + MBA(HR)/PG Dip in HR. For MM: any bachelor’s + MBA(MM)/PG Dip in MM/Logistics.

What is the age limit for General category?

Maximum 60 years. No lower age limit mentioned. Age calculated as on application last date.

What is age relaxation for OBC/SC/ST?

OBC-NCL: 3 years (only for OBC-reserved posts). SC/ST: 5 years (only for reserved posts). Ex-Servicemen: Military service period + 3 years.

What is the application fee?

NIL for all categories.

What is the selection process?

Shortlisting based on aggregate percentage in essential qualification + work experience weightage → Interview/Interaction → Document Verification (limited to number of vacancies).

Can final year MBA students apply?

No. Degree must be completed and certificate/provisional certificate available at time of application.

What documents are required for OBC candidates?

Latest OBC-NCL certificate (issued within 1 year) in central Government of India format with creamy layer clause as per DOPT OM No. 36012/22/93-Estt.(SCT) dated 08-09-1993. Plus Appendix-I declaration.

Is SAP experience mandatory?

No, SAP experience is “desirable” not “essential”. However, candidates with SAP work experience get weightage during shortlisting.

Is medical examination required after selection?

Yes. Selected candidates must stay one extra day for medical examination at Cordite Factory.

Can I apply for all three posts (HR, FIN, MM)?

No. Application form requires selecting only ONE post. Multiple applications for different posts will be summarily rejected.

What is the tenure and is renewal possible?

Maximum 2 years from date of engagement. Tenure ends automatically after 2 years unless extended (no guarantee of extension). No right to claim regular employment.