MINISTRY OF DEFENCE CPSE RECRUITMENT 2026
INDIA OPTEL LIMITED RECRUITMENT 2026 APPLY OFFLINE / ONLINE
📌 Posts: 158 Vacancies (Technician, Engineer & Officer)
📌 Qualification: ITI / Diploma / B.Sc / Degree + PG
💰 Salary: ₹20,000 – ₹1,20,000/- Per Month
📝 Mode: Offline / Online Mode
📍 Organization: India Optel Limited (IOL)
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India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026 Notification Details
JobFastUpdate.in: India Optel Limited (IOL), a premier Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially issued the notification for India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026. Applications are invited from eligible candidates for engagement on a Fixed Term Contract (FTC) basis across 158 vacancies including Project Technician, Junior Project Engineer, and Welfare Officer. Candidates with ITI, Diploma in Engineering, B.Sc, or Graduate degrees can apply before 03 October 2026.
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📌 Organization: India Optel Limited (IOL), Ministry of Defence
📌 Advt. Reference: IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt
📌 Total Vacancies: 158 Posts
📌 Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (FTC)
📌 Pay Scale: ₹20,000/- to ₹1,20,000/- Per Month + DA/HRA
📌 Application Fee: NIL (Free for All Categories)
📌 Application Mode: Offline via Speed Post / Online Portal
📌 Last Date to Apply: 03 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
📌 Official Website: indiaoptel.in
📌 Advt. Reference: IOLHqrs/100(6)/2026-Rectt
📌 Total Vacancies: 158 Posts
📌 Job Type: Fixed Term Contract (FTC)
📌 Pay Scale: ₹20,000/- to ₹1,20,000/- Per Month + DA/HRA
📌 Application Fee: NIL (Free for All Categories)
📌 Application Mode: Offline via Speed Post / Online Portal
📌 Last Date to Apply: 03 October 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
📌 Official Website: indiaoptel.in
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India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
The India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking for defence sector technical roles. The selection is based on practical trade tests, personal interviews, and shortlisting based on academic/technical performance.
Important Dates Schedule
| Event Description | Important Dates |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Publication Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 03 October 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card / Call Letter Release Date | Will Be Updated Soon ⌛ |
| Interview / Trade Test Date | To be notified individually |
| Final Result / Merit List Date | Will Be Updated Soon ⌛ |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Breakdown
The distribution of 158 vacancies across disciplines is given below:
| Post Name | Discipline / Trade | Vacancies | Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Technician | Fitter Instruments | 39 | ₹20,000 – ₹65,000/- + Allowance |
| Project Technician | Fitter Electronics | 43 | ₹20,000 – ₹65,000/- + Allowance |
| Project Technician | Machinist | 03 | ₹20,000 – ₹65,000/- + Allowance |
| Project Technician | Optical Worker | 12 | ₹20,000 – ₹65,000/- + Allowance |
| Project Technician | Electroplater | 01 | ₹20,000 – ₹65,000/- + Allowance |
| Junior Project Engineer | Chemical | 01 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000/- + Allowance |
| Junior Project Engineer | Electrical | 02 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000/- + Allowance |
| Junior Project Engineer | Electronics | 23 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000/- + Allowance |
| Junior Project Engineer | Mechanical | 24 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000/- + Allowance |
| Junior Project Engineer | Optics & Coating | 07 | ₹30,000 – ₹1,20,000/- + Allowance |
| Welfare Officer | Human Resources / Social Work | 03 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,40,000/- + Allowance |
| Total Vacancies | – | 158 | – |
Age Limit Criteria (As on 03/10/2026)
- Project Technician (All Trades): 18 to 32 Years
- Junior Project Engineer (All Disciplines): 18 to 35 Years
- Welfare Officer: 27 to 45 Years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST candidates get 5 years, OBC (NCL) candidates get 3 years, and PwBD candidates get up to 10 years upper age relaxation as per Government of India guidelines.
Educational Qualifications & Experience
- Project Technician: 10th Pass + NTC / NAC Trade Certificate in relevant trade (Instrument Mechanic, Electronics Mechanic, Machinist, Optical Worker, Electroplater).
- Junior Project Engineer (Electrical / Electronics / Mechanical): Full-time regular 3-year Diploma in relevant branch with minimum 60% marks and 5 years relevant experience.
- Junior Project Engineer (Chemical / Optics & Coating): First Class B.Sc Degree in Chemistry / Physics & Maths with minimum 60% marks and 5 years post-qualification experience.
- Welfare Officer: Bachelor’s Degree (60% marks) + Post Graduate Degree/Diploma in Social Work / HR Management / Labour Welfare with 2 years relevant experience.
Application Fee Structure
- All Candidates (UR / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-SM): NIL (No Application Fee)
Selection Process
The selection process for India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026 consists of:
- Shortlisting of candidate applications based on qualification marks and experience.
- For Project Technician: Practical Trade Test (Qualifying nature). Final merit based on NTC/NAC marks.
- For Junior Project Engineer / Welfare Officer: Personal Interview (75% weightage on academic marks + 25% on interview performance).
- Document Verification & Medical Examination.
How to Apply Step-by-Step for India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026
- Click on the direct Apply Link / Download Form Link provided in the Important Links table below.
- Download the official application format (Annexure-A) from the portal.
- Fill in all mandatory details carefully in clear block letters.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational marksheets, ITI/Diploma certificates, experience certificates, caste certificate, and ID proof.
- Super-scribe the envelope as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ____________” in bold letters.
- Send the completed application envelope via Speed Post / Registered Post to the following address before 03 October 2026 (5:00 PM):
Address:
Chairman & Managing Director,
India Optel Limited (IOL),
OFILDD Campus, Raipur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand – 248008
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India Optel Limited Recruitment 2026 Important Links Block
| Link Description | Action Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online / Application Form Link | Click Here to Apply 🟢 |
| Download Official Application Form PDF | Download Application Form |
| Download Official Notification PDF | Download PDF |
| Download Admit Card / Call Letter | Link Active Soon ⌛ |
| Download Final Result / Merit List | Link Active Soon ⌛ |
| India Optel Official Website | Visit Official Site |