🩺 AVNL Recruitment 2026 – Pharmacist Vacancy | Apply Now

If you are a Pharma student or graduate, here’s a great opportunity to work in a Government Defence PSU. Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) has released a notification for Pharmacist recruitment on contract basis.

👉 Let’s break down everything you need to know in a simple way.

🏢 About AVNL

Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) is a Government of India enterprise under the Ministry of Defence. It manufactures:

• Battle Tanks (T-72, T-90, Arjun)
• Infantry Combat Vehicles
• Defence mobility systems

It is a leading organization in India’s defence manufacturing sector.

💊 Pharmacist Vacancy Details

• Post Name: Pharmacist
• Total Vacancies: 03
• Job Type: Contract Basis
• Location: Chennai (Avadi)
• Salary: ₹23,000 + IDA per month

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

📌 Educational Qualification

• B.Pharm from a recognized institute (PCI approved)
• Basic knowledge of MS Office

📌 Experience

• Not mandatory (Freshers can apply)
• Experience will be an added advantage

📌 Age Limit

• Maximum: 30 years
• Age relaxation as per Government rules

🧠 Job Responsibilities

As a Pharmacist, your role will include:

• Checking and dispensing prescriptions
• Managing pharmacy stock and medicines
• Guiding patients about drug usage
• Maintaining patient and medication records
• Assisting in basic medical services

📌 (Detailed duties are mentioned in the official notification – Page 4–5)

🛠️ Skills Required

• Knowledge of dosage and drug composition
• Good communication skills
• Pharmacy management skills
• Basic computer knowledge
• Patient handling ability

📝 Selection Process

The selection will be based on:

1. Written Test
   • General Knowledge – 40%
   • Domain Knowledge – 45%
2. Interview – 15%

⏳ Job Duration

• Initial contract: 2 years
• Extendable based on performance

💰 Application Fee

• General/OBC: ₹300
• SC/ST/PwD/Female: No Fee

📬 How to Apply

Follow these steps:

1. Download application form from official website
2. Fill details carefully
3. Attach required documents
4. Send via Speed Post/Courier to AVNL Chennai

📌 Important:
Applications must be submitted within 21 days from advertisement date

📄 Documents Required

• Educational certificates
• ID proof (Aadhaar, etc.)
• Experience certificate (if any)
• Caste certificate (if applicable)

⭐ Why This Job is Good for Pharma Students?

• Government PSU exposure
• No experience required
• Stable salary
• Defence sector opportunity
• Good for fresh B.Pharm graduates

Important link
Official website –Click Here
Notification pdf link –Click Here