Gun Carriage Factory, Jabalpur, a defence production unit under the Ministry of Defence, is hiring Design Engineers on a fixed tenure contract basis. The recruitment covers five posts split between the Mechanical and Electrical/Electronics disciplines. Selected engineers will work on design, modelling, simulation and analysis tasks for various defence projects being executed at the factory in Madhya Pradesh.
GCF Jabalpur Recruitment 2026 - Design Engineer (Mechanical, Electrical/Electronics) Posts
Posted 30 Sept 2026Updated 30 Sept 2026
Total Vacancies
5
Last Date
11 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 11 Oct 2026
- Notification28 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed11 Oct
About GCF Jabalpur Design Engineer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Gun Carriage Factory Jabalpur
- Post Name
- Design Engineer (Mechanical) and Design Engineer (Electrical/Electronics)
- Job Location
- Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- 21–35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Certified course in CAD/CAE software from a government accredited institution or authorised OEM training centre (Mechanical); certified course in MATLAB/Simulink, Electrical CAD/EDA, Circuit Design or Electrical System Simulation software (Electrical/Electronics)
- Tenure
- Initially 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 3 years including the initial period
- Notice Period
- One month's notice by either party or payment of consolidated remuneration in lieu of notice
Vacancy Breakdown
Design Engineer (Mechanical)
4
UR 4
Design Engineer (Electrical/Electronics)
1
UR 1
Total5
| Post Name | UR | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Design Engineer (Mechanical) | 4 | 4 |
| Design Engineer (Electrical/Electronics) | 1 | 1 |
| Grand Total | 5 | 5 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Design Engineer (Mechanical)4 posts
- Qualification
- B.E/B.Tech (4-year full time course) in Mechanical/Automobile/Production Engineering degree from recognized Universities / Institution / College with minimum 55% marks. Should have done a certified course in CAD/CAE software from any govt. accredited institutions or authorized training centers of software OEMs; if CAD/CAE was part of the curriculum in Bachelor/Masters level of education, the applicant should have attained A+ or equivalent grade in the subject.
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years of relevant post-qualification industrial experience with in-depth knowledge of Siemens NX CAD software, Simcenter 3D/Ansys or similar CAE software, MS Office including MS Project, simulation techniques and manufacturing processes.
- Desirable
- Candidates with post-graduation in Mechanical/Automobile/Production Engineering streams will be given preference
- Job Description
- CAD/CAE expert for modelling and analysing various defence projects at GCF
Design Engineer (Electrical/Electronics)1 post
- Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech. (4-year full-time course) in Electrical Engineering/Electrical & Electronics Engineering/Electronics & Communication Engineering/Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering/Instrumentation & Control Engineering from a recognized University/Institution/College with minimum 55% marks. Should have successfully completed a certified course in MATLAB/Simulink, Electrical CAD/EDA, Circuit Design or Electrical System Simulation software from any Government-accredited institution or authorized training center of the software OEM; if such software formed part of the Bachelor's/Master's curriculum, the applicant should have secured A+ or equivalent grade in the subject.
- Experience
- Minimum two years of working experience in MATLAB/Simulink for modelling, simulation and analysis of electrical, electronic and control systems, with in-depth knowledge of any of MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS Electronics, LTspice, PSpice, LabVIEW, Altium Designer, Cadence OrCAD, KiCad, ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD or equivalent software, and proficiency in MS Office including MS Project.
- Desirable
- Candidates possessing post-graduation in Electrical/Electronics/Instrumentation Engineering or related disciplines shall be given preference
- Job Description
- Design, simulation, analysis and integration of electrical/electronic systems for various defence projects at GCF
Age Limit
Minimum 21 years and maximum 35 years as on the date of advertisement
Application Fee
UR / OBC
Rs. 200
SC / ST / PwBD / Female
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Eligibility Screening
Candidates must fulfil the educational qualification, post-qualification experience and age criteria; only eligible candidates are considered for further evaluation.
- 2Shortlisting for Interview
Eligible candidates are shortlisted in the ratio of 1:5 in the order of merit, scored out of 100 on degree marks, relevant post-qualification experience and desirable qualification.
- 3Personal Interview
50 marks; minimum 50% (25 out of 50) required to qualify.
- 4Practical Assessment
50 marks on CAD/CAE/modelling/simulation tools; minimum 50% (25 out of 50) required to qualify.
- 5Final Selection
Merit list prepared solely on the marks obtained in the personal interview and practical assessment.
Shortlisting ratio: 1:5
Salary Structure
Rs. 50,000 per month consolidated, inclusive of all, for all years of the engagement
How to Apply
- 1Read the detailed advertisement and check the eligibility conditions for the post applied for
- 2Register on the online application portal and fill the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details
- 3Upload the photograph, signature and required certificates in the prescribed format
- 4Pay the application fee online, if applicable
- 5Review all details carefully and submit the application before the closing date
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Provisional or final degree certificate
•Proof of percentage and class issued by the university or institute where CGPA or letter grades are awarded
•Certificate of specialisation from the university if the degree does not mention it
•Experience certificates for all past employments showing date of joining
•Date of relieving
•Pay last drawn and nature of work
•Experience certificate or offer/appointment letter with proof of date of joining for current employment
•Latest three months' pay slips
Important Details
- Selected candidates must undergo a medical fitness test before joining.
- Candidates selected for fixed term contractual hiring have to submit a duly filled PVR (Attestation Form) in triplicate on the day of joining and get it verified through their police station within three months, with a maximum one month extension.
- The engagement does not confer any right to claim the status of a regular employee of the company.
- A reserve list valid for one year or until the availability of the next panel, whichever is earlier, will also be prepared.
- Working hours are typically 8 hours a day, 6 days a week, that is 48 hours per week.
- Applications are accepted through online mode only and no offline application will be accepted.
Shortlisting Criteria
Aggregate marks obtained in BE/B.Tech or equivalent qualifying degree
Maximum Marks: 50
Relevant post qualification experience
Maximum Marks: 40
Desirable qualification (M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Automobile Engineering)
Maximum Marks: 10
Total
Maximum Marks: 100
| Criteria | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Aggregate marks obtained in BE/B.Tech or equivalent qualifying degree | 50 |
| Relevant post qualification experience | 40 |
| Desirable qualification (M.E./M.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Automobile Engineering) | 10 |
| Total | 100 |
Marks for Relevant Post Qualification Experience
2 Years
Marks: 20
2.5 Years
Marks: 22.5
3 Years
Marks: 25
4 Years
Marks: 30
5 Years
Marks: 35
6 Years
Marks: 40
| Relevant Experience | Marks |
|---|---|
| 2 Years | 20 |
| 2.5 Years | 22.5 |
| 3 Years | 25 |
| 4 Years | 30 |
| 5 Years | 35 |
| 6 Years | 40 |
Interview and Practical Assessment
Personal Interview
Maximum Marks: 50
Practical Assessment on CAD/CAE/Modelling/Simulation Tools
Maximum Marks: 50
Total
Maximum Marks: 100
| Component | Maximum Marks |
|---|---|
| Personal Interview | 50 |
| Practical Assessment on CAD/CAE/Modelling/Simulation Tools | 50 |
| Total | 100 |
Final Selection and Tie-breaking
The final merit list is prepared solely on the marks obtained in the personal interview and practical assessment, subject to securing at least 50% in each. If two or more candidates obtain the same final score, preference is given to the candidate with higher relevant post qualification experience, and if the tie persists, to the candidate with higher marks in the qualifying degree.
Post Qualification Experience Rules
- Experience is counted from the month immediately succeeding the month and year of the final examination in which the minimum essential qualification was acquired
- The work experience must be a full time job on regular salary basis after acquiring the prescribed qualification
- For intermittent jobs, only the actual days engaged in full time work are counted
- Freelance and entrepreneurial experience is not considered
- On-the-job training as Management Trainee, Executive Trainee or Graduate Trainee in PSUs after acquiring the qualification is considered
- Article ship, internship, academic project, teaching and research experience is not considered
- Apprenticeship under the Apprenticeship Act is considered as per government norms
- Experience certificates from past and present employers showing period of employment and post held are mandatory
Other Benefits and Terms
- Contractual employees are entitled to 12 days of paid leave per year, pro-rated on the contract duration
- Unused leave is neither carried forward nor encashed
- Personnel engaged are eligible for EPF as per the Act and government guidelines
- Personnel engaged come under the purview of The Employees' Compensation Act, 1923
- HRA is governed as per AWEIL policy if a quarter is not provided by the unit
- Company quarters are available on rental charges prescribed by AWEILHQ subject to availability on first come first serve basis
- Female personnel are entitled to maternity benefits under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961
- Performance is evaluated on a half yearly basis and satisfactory performers get an annual increment
- The engagement can be terminated by one month's notice by either party or payment of consolidated remuneration in lieu of notice
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the working hours for the engagement?
The employee works as per the production schedule, typically 8 hours a day, 6 days a week, that is 48 hours per week.
Will selected candidates get accommodation?
Company quarters may be provided on rental charges prescribed by AWEILHQ, subject to availability on a first come first serve basis. If no quarter is provided, HRA is paid as per AWEIL policy.
Is a medical fitness test required?
Yes. Selected candidates must undergo a medical fitness test before joining.
How long is the reserve list valid?
The reserve list is valid for one year or until the availability of the next panel, whichever is earlier.
Can candidates apply offline?
No. Applications are accepted only through the online application portal and no offline application will be accepted.
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