12 Questions
What is the duration of the training for the selected candidates?
1.5 years
What is the minimum age requirement to be eligible for the training?
21 years
What is the monthly stipend for apprentices during the 1st semester of training?
Rs. 7615
How many seats are allocated for Ex-FATA candidates?
05
What document does a fresh entrant need to submit after selection?
Affidavit on stamp paper
Is it guaranteed that all apprentices will be offered a job by the POF Management upon completion of training?
No, it is not guaranteed
What is the penalty for leaving the job after being offered it post-training?
Refund all training expenses with a penalty of Rs.50,000/-
What is the consequence of submitting an incomplete application?
Automatic rejection
What happens to ex-artisans who were terminated due to disciplinary reasons?
They are not eligible to apply
Where will the test/interview be conducted?
Wah Cantt, Lahore, and Karachi only
Why should applicants mention an active Mobile Number on the application proforma?
To get notified regarding interview through SMS
What is the responsibility of POFS regarding non-receipt of SMS for interview notification?
No responsibility will be taken by POFS
Study Notes
Artisan Training Scheme in Pakistan Ordnance Factories
- 150 Artisan positions are available for Batch No. 56 (1st Phase) under the 'ARTISAN TRAINING SCHEME'.
- Selected candidates will undergo training in Pakistan Ordnance Factories Institute of Technology (POFIT), Wah Cantt.
Seat Distribution
- Merit: 11
- Punjab: 75
- Sindh-Urban: 11
- Sindh-Rural: 17
- Balochistan: 9
- Ex-FATA: 5
- Gilgit Baltistan: 2
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 17
- Azad Kashmir: 3
- Total: 150
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Matric with Science (Minimum 2nd Division)
- 10% weightage will be given to FSc (with Physics & Math) and DAE pass candidates
- Age: 17 to 21 years as on 04-03-2024
- Duration of Training: 1-1/2 years
Payment of Stipend During Training
- 1st semester (06 months): 50% of BPS-5 (Rs. 7615/p.m)
- 2nd semester (06 months): 60% of BPS-5 (Rs. 9138/p.m)
- 3rd semester (06 months): 80% of BPS-5 (Rs. 12184/p.m)
Terms & Conditions
- Fresh Entrants will submit an affidavit on stamp paper valuing Rs. 100/- to complete their training satisfactorily
- Employment is not guaranteed after training, but successful apprentices may be absorbed in POFS subject to availability of seats
- Artisans will have to serve POFs, if job is offered to them, with an undertaking
Bond Deed
- Artisans will execute the prescribed bond to serve in POFS for a minimum period of 6 years after successful completion of their training
- In case of leaving, they will have to refund all the amount spent on their training including a penalty of Rs. 50,000/-
Accommodation
- Hostel accommodation will be provided to selected candidates on demand, upon availability on a first-come-first-served basis
Application Process
- Applications must be submitted online on the proforma available on the website www.pof.gov.pk latest by 04-03-2024
- Incomplete applications and results declared after the closing date will not be entertained
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview through SMS, and active Mobile Number (non-converted to any other network) should be mentioned on the application proforma
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