Instrumentation Limited, a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Heavy Industry and one of the country's premier control valve manufacturers, has invited applications for experienced manpower in Worker Grade 'C' at its Palakkad plant. The recruitment covers nine fixed term positions across Production, Quality Control and Plant Maintenance, including Turner, Machinist, Fitter, Electrician, Welder, Electronics Mechanic and Diesel Mechanic posts. The engagement suits skilled trade professionals with valve industry experience seeking tenure-based work.
Instrumentation Limited Turner, Machinist and More Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026ILP/P&A/FTE-03/2026
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9
Last Date
26 Oct
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Last date 26 Oct 2026 · 8 days left
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Instrumentation Limited Turner, Machinist and More Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Instrumentation Ltd
- Advertisement No.
- ILP/P&A/FTE-03/2026
- Post Name
- Turner Gr 'C', Machinist Gr 'C' and 5 more
- Job Location
- Palakkad, Kerala
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Only Indian Nationals need apply)
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 42 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Minimum NDT Level II certification in RT, UT, MPI and LPT for Turner Gr 'C' (Quality Control)
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 14,700 to Rs. 86,000 (Worker Grade 'C'), same for all posts
- Tenure
- Fixed Term Employment initially for 2 years, extendable by a further 2 years (maximum 4 years)
Vacancy Breakdown
Turner Gr 'C'
2
Machinist Gr 'C'
1
Fitter Gr 'C'
1
Electrician Gr 'C'
1
Welder Gr 'C'
1
Electronics Mechanic Gr 'C'
1
Turner Gr 'C'
1
Diesel Mechanic Gr 'C'
1
Total9
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Turner Gr 'C' | 2 |
| Machinist Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Fitter Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Electrician Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Welder Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Electronics Mechanic Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Turner Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Diesel Mechanic Gr 'C' | 1 |
| Grand Total | 9 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Turner Gr 'C'3 posts
- Qualification
- ITI (Turner) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company having work experience on heavy duty lathes and CNC turning centres.
- Note
- Production department
- NDT Certification
- Minimum NDT Level II in RT, UT, MPI and LPT
Machinist Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Machinist) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company having work experience in milling, drilling, slotting machines and machining centres.
- Note
- Production department
Fitter Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Fitter) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of working experience in Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing assembly and testing and also pneumatic tubing of valve accessories.
- Note
- Production department
Electrician Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Electrician) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company having work experience in Electrical actuator wiring and testing and also wiring of Power Cylinder accessories.
- Note
- Production department
Welder Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Welder) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company having work experience in Hardfacing, Heat treatment, welding joints, flow elements welding and SS cladding.
- Note
- Production department
Electronics Mechanic Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Electronics Mechanic) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in any Control/Butterfly valve manufacturing company having work experience in working in Limit switches and Junction boxes wiring of Valve accessories.
- Note
- Production department
Turner Gr 'C'3 posts
- Qualification
- ITI (Turner) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of experience in inward material inspection of pressure vessel parts in the control valve industry. The candidate should have minimum NDT Level II certification in RT, UT, MPI and LPT and sufficient practical experience in the above inspections.
- Note
- Quality Control department; NDT Level II certification in RT, UT, MPI and LPT required
- NDT Certification
- Minimum NDT Level II in RT, UT, MPI and LPT
Diesel Mechanic Gr 'C'1 post
- Qualification
- ITI (Diesel Mechanic) Pass with National Apprenticeship Certificate
- Experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant industrial experience in mechanical maintenance section of plant maintenance department, preferably in a control valve/industrial valve manufacturing company or similar engineering manufacturing industry. The candidate should be well versed in preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, alignment, lubrication, replacement of bearings and other mechanical components and restoration of machinery to service.
- Note
- Plant Maintenance department
Age Limit
Maximum 42 years as on the date of advertisement (01.10.2026). No minimum age is stated.
Age Relaxation
3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 5 years for SC/ST, 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disability having minimum 40% disability, Ex-servicemen as per government guidelines
Application Fee
General / EWS / OBC
Rs. 500
SC / ST
Rs. 250 (processing fee)
PwD
Nil
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Non-refundable account payee Demand Draft drawn in favour of Instrumentation Limited, by any Scheduled Bank, payable at Palakkad. Candidates should write their name and address on the reverse side of the Demand Draft.
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Comprises the subjects studied by the candidates in ITI in various trades; 40 marks.
- 2Practical Test
Conducted at IL, Palakkad; comprises job work related to the candidate's trade as per requirement; 60 marks.
Exam Pattern
Offline
ITI Trade Subjects
40 marks
| Subject | Questions | Max Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITI Trade Subjects | — | 40 | — |
Salary Structure
Rs. 14,700 to Rs. 86,000 (Worker Grade 'C'), same for all posts
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application format from the company website.
- 2Fill in the application form completely and mention the name of the post applied for.
- 3Affix a passport size photograph at the space provided.
- 4Enclose the Demand Draft and a set of self-attested photocopies of certificates in proof of qualification, age, category and experience.
- 5Superscribe the sealed cover with "Application for the post of ----------".
- 6Send it by ordinary post, speed post, registered post or courier to Manager (P&A), Instrumentation Limited, Kanjikode West, Palakkad-678 623 so that it reaches on or before 26.10.2026, 05.00 pm.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Self-attested photocopies of certificates in proof of qualification
•Age
•Category and experience
•Passport size photograph
•Demand Draft
•All original certificates at the time of written/practical test
Important Details
- Candidates can apply for only one post, clearly mentioning the post applied for along with the Demand Draft and all other relevant documents.
- An application once submitted cannot be altered, and requests for change of mailing address, category or discipline will not be entertained.
- Applications sent by fax, e-mail or by hand are not accepted.
- Applicants serving in Government, Public Sector Enterprises, Semi-Government or Autonomous Organisations must apply through proper channel or produce a No Objection Certificate at the time of the written/practical test.
- The posts are purely temporary on a fixed tenure basis, are not against any permanent vacancy, and do not entitle the candidate to regular employment in Instrumentation Limited.
- Candidates applying for technical positions with colour blindness will not be considered.
- The last date refers to the date the application must reach the office; late applications will not be considered.
Reservation
UR
Posts: 7
OBC
Posts: 1
SC
Posts: 1
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 7 |
| OBC | 1 |
| SC | 1 |
Surety Amount
An amount at 5% will be deducted at source from the monthly emoluments as surety. It is paid back without interest on completion of the contract tenure. If the candidate leaves the company or the Fixed Term Employment is terminated before the contract tenure is completed, the surety amount will not be returned.
Leave and Other Benefits
- Placed at the minimum of the scale of the grade for which appointed
- DA, HRA, PF and other statutory benefits availed by regular employees, as applicable for the grade
- Annual increment on Basic Pay during the tenure, subject to satisfactory performance
- 12 days casual leave per calendar year, calculated on a pro-rata basis for every calendar month of service
- 2.5 days of earned leave with pay, with provision for encashment at the end of the year and at the time of separation
- No allowance or benefit other than those indicated in the remuneration/pay scale and leave provisions
Medical Standards
Provisionally selected candidates must undergo a Pre-Employment Medical Examination at the Instrumentation Limited Dispensary before joining, to ascertain medical fitness. Applicants must meet all medical standards prescribed by the company, and no relaxation in health standards is allowed. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report from the company's doctor. Candidates applying for technical positions with colour blindness will not be considered and need not apply.
Travelling Allowance for Test Candidates
Candidates attending the written/practical test are reimbursed III AC Class train fare by the shortest route on production of proof of travel (original onward journey ticket and photocopy of return journey ticket). If a candidate travels by another mode, reimbursement is limited to the shortest route by train fare or actual expenses, whichever is less. Candidates who fail to produce the original testimonials/certificates will not be allowed to appear for the test and no TA is payable.
Contact
Phone: 0491-2566127
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I apply for more than one post in this recruitment?
No. Candidates can apply for only one post and must clearly mention the post applied for along with the Demand Draft and other documents.
Will travelling allowance be paid for attending the written and practical test?
Yes. Candidates are reimbursed III AC Class train fare by the shortest route on production of proof of travel, or the actual expense if it is less than the train fare.
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