Defence Public Sector Undertaking
Engineering India’s armoured strength
AVNL brings together combat-vehicle manufacture, power systems, military mobility and lifecycle support in one integrated Government of India enterprise.
- Government of IndiaMinistry of Defence enterprise
- Five production unitsIntegrated manufacturing network
- Three institutesTechnical and managerial learning
Lifecycle engineering in action- Established
- 2021
- Corporate office
- Avadi, Chennai
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AVNL at a glance
Integrated capability for mission readiness
Industrial strength
One enterprise across the complete platform lifecycle
AVNL brings specialised factories, engineering knowledge and customer support together around national defence readiness.
01 / Enterprise
Defence manufacturing legacy
Decades of specialised knowledge consolidated within a modern defence public sector enterprise.
Know AVNL → 02 / PlatformsArmoured systems
Combat, combat-support and specialist tracked platforms engineered for demanding missions.
View platforms → 03 / NetworkSpecialised production units
An integrated industrial network spanning manufacture, overhaul, engines and vehicle mobility.
Explore the network → 04 / SupportThrough-life assurance
Modernisation, repair, spares and technical support that sustain operational availability.
Our services → 05 / KnowledgeSkills and institutional depth
Technical and managerial learning that preserves expertise and develops future capability.
Discover our institutes →Indigenous defence manufacturing
Platforms, mobility and power systems
Mission-oriented engineering across armoured platforms, specialist mobility and high-performance power systems.
Combat and Specialist Vehicles
Armoured Engineering Reconnaissance Vehicle
Protected reconnaissance platform supporting combat engineers with terrain and obstacle information.
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Combat and Specialist Vehicles
Carrier Mortar Tracked
Protected tracked mobility configured to support a mobile mortar role.
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Support Vehicles
Armoured Ambulance Tracked Vehicle
Protected casualty-evacuation mobility for forward and difficult operational environments.
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Engines
V92S2 Powerpack
High-powered diesel engine capability for the T-90 Bhishma armoured vehicle family.
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Support Vehicles
High Mobility Logistics Vehicle
Rugged wheeled military mobility for personnel, equipment and logistics support in demanding terrain.
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Main Battle Tank Platform
Tracked combat-vehicle manufacture and support capability serving the T-72 Ajeya and T-90 Bhishma families.
View capabilityIntegrated enterprise
Manufacture, learn and sustain—under one organisation
AVNL combines specialised production units, institutes of learning and enterprise functions to support armoured and military vehicle capability through its service life.
Explore the AVNL network- 5
- Production units
- 3
- Institutes of learning
- 4
- States with core facilities
- 360°
- Lifecycle capability
Strategic mandate
Readiness through engineering depth
AVNL focuses on dependable delivery, indigenous capability and sustained value for India’s defence services.
Build for the missionRobust platforms and systems for demanding operational environmentsAssure every deliveryQuality, safety and traceability throughout the programme lifecycleSustain through serviceOverhaul, upgrades, spares and platform availabilityGrow sovereign capabilitySkills, industrial knowledge and indigenous defence manufacturing
Current and accountable
Documents and corporate updates
Authoritative records and time-stamped information from across AVNL.
Recent documents
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→Recruitment notices and applicant guidance
Central information record for vacancies, application safety and official recruitment notices.
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→Public procurement and supplier guidance
Guidance area for procurement policy, vendor participation and authoritative tender channels.
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→Annual Report 2023–24
Corporate overview, governance, performance and audited reporting for financial year 2023–24.
Latest news
22 July 2026
→Quality month observed across production units
Employees participated in activities focused on prevention, process discipline, safety and continuous improvement.
22 July 2026
→AVNL strengthens indigenous defence manufacturing partnerships
Industry and technology partnerships support localisation, resilient supply chains and faster capability development.
22 July 2026
→Production milestone achieved for the financial year
A manufacturing milestone reflects coordinated planning, supply, production, inspection and customer acceptance across AVNL.
People and engagement
AVNL in action
Programme milestones, platform handovers and partnerships from across the AVNL enterprise.
Armour Day Celebration
A celebration recognising the people, service and engineering behind India’s armoured capability.
Flagging-off of overhauled armoured platforms
Completed platforms were handed over after extensive overhaul, inspection and quality validation.
Defence industry exhibition participation
AVNL presented indigenous products and manufacturing capabilities to partners and stakeholders.
National mission
Engineering confidence for India’s defence forces
A future-ready enterprise built on indigenous capability, disciplined execution and long-term customer partnership.
- IndigenousStrengthening Make in India
- DependableQuality-led delivery
- ResponsiveCustomer-centred support
- Future-readyTechnology and skills