IAF Group C Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Apply for LDC, Driver, MTS & Clerk Posts

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 The Indian Air Force (IAF) is one of the most prestigious defence organizations in India, operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is responsible for aerial warfare, national security, disaster relief operations, and protecting Indian airspace. The IAF employs not only uniformed personnel but also a large civilian workforce that supports its administrative, technical, and operational functions at various Air Force Stations and Commands spread across the country. The civilian workforce of the Indian Air Force plays a critical role in day-to-day station administration, documentation, transport, and technical support. These Group 'C' civilian posts are permanent central government positions that offer job security, steady income, and career growth under the 7th Pay Commission structure. 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 The Indian Air Force has officially released Advertisement No. 01/2026 for direct recruitment of Group 'C' civilian posts at various Air Force Stations and Units across India. This recruitment drive covers positions under multiple Commands including HQ Maintenance Command, HQ Training Command, HQ Central Air Command, HQ Western Air Command, HQ Eastern Air Command, HQ South Western Air Command, HQ Southern Air Command, and Independent Units. Eligible Indian citizens who meet the required age, educational, and technical qualifications are invited to apply by submitting an offline application form to the concerned Air Force Station of their choice. This is a direct recruitment process and candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility conditions before applying. 𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 – 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 1. Lower Division Clerk (LDC) 2. Hindi Typist 3. Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver 𝗩𝗮𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘀 Total Posts: Approximately 48 Post-wise Approximate Count: • Lower Division Clerk (LDC) : ~35 posts • Hindi Typist : ~10 posts • CMTD (Ordinary Grade) : ~03 posts Command-wise Approximate Total: • HQ Maintenance Command : 14 posts • HQ Training Command : 05 posts • HQ Central Air Command : 03 posts • HQ Western Air Command : 06 posts • HQ Eastern Air Command : 06 posts • HQ South Western Air Command: 06 posts • HQ Southern Air Command : 01 post • Independent Units : 07 posts 📌 Breakdown (Approximate Reservation): • UR (General / Unreserved) : ~15 posts • OBC : ~13 posts • SC : ~10 posts • ST : ~04 posts • EWS : ~04 posts • PwBD : ~02 posts (as per category-specific notification) • Ex-Servicemen (ESM) : ~06 posts Note: Reservation figures are based on published advertisement tables. Exact numbers may vary per command. PwBD and ESM candidates are also adjusted within the UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS roster. Candidates should verify category-specific vacancies in the official notification before applying. 📅 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 • Advertisement Published : 02 May 2026 • Application Start Date : From date of publication (02 May 2026) • Last Date to Apply : Within 30 days from publication date (Approximately 01 June 2026) • Written Test Date : To be notified separately to shortlisted candidates • Skill / Practical Test : To be scheduled after written test results 🎓 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 Nationality: Indian citizen only. Age Limit: 18 to 25 years (as on the last date of receipt of application). Age Relaxation: • OBC candidates : 3 years relaxation (upper age) • SC / ST candidates : 5 years relaxation • Physically Handicapped (PH) : 10 years relaxation – PH belonging to SC/ST : Additional 5 years (total 15 years) – PH belonging to OBC : Additional 3 years (total 13 years) • Ex-Servicemen : Full period of defence service deducted from actual age; resultant age should not exceed prescribed maximum by more than 3 years • Departmental Employees : Up to 40 years (UR); up to 45 years (SC/ST) Note: SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against unreserved (UR) posts are not eligible for any age or qualification relaxation. Educational Qualification: 1. Lower Division Clerk (LDC): – 12th Class pass from a recognised Board – Typing speed: 35 wpm in English OR 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (35 wpm = 10,500 KDPH; 30 wpm = 9,000 KDPH; 5 key depressions per word) – Typing test time allowed: 10 minutes 2. Hindi Typist: – 12th Class pass from a recognised Board – Typing speed: 35 wpm in English OR 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (same parameters as above) – Typing test time allowed: 10 minutes 3. Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver – Ordinary Grade (CMTD): – Matriculation pass or equivalent from a recognised board or university – Must hold a valid Civil Driving Licence for light and heavy vehicles – Must possess professional skill in driving and knowledge of motor mechanisms – Minimum 2 years of experience in driving motor vehicles (essential) 𝗔𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝘀 -No application fee 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐢𝐬 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 This recruitment is important because it opens a direct entry path into permanent government employment for candidates who have completed Class 12 or Matriculation. The Indian Air Force is a premier national institution, and being part of its civilian workforce is a matter of professional pride. These posts are available across more than 20 Air Force Stations in 14+ states, making them accessible to candidates from various regions of the country. The positions carry the full benefits of 7th Pay Commission including House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Dearness Allowance, medical cover under CGHS or equivalent, Earned Leave, and pension benefits. For young candidates from Class 12 backgrounds, this is one of the most stable and rewarding entry-level government career opportunities available in the defence sector. The recruitment process is transparent — based entirely on written test merit and a qualifying skill test — giving every eligible candidate a fair chance regardless of their location or social background.

Selection Process Candidates will be selected through a structured multi-stage process: Stage 1 – Application Scrutiny Stage 2 – Written Examination Stage 3 – Skill / Practical / Physical Test (where applicable) Stage 4 – Document Verification 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 (𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐛𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩) Step 1 – Application Scrutiny: All received applications will be reviewed for age eligibility, minimum educational qualification, required documents, and certificates. Only candidates who meet all conditions will be issued call letters for the written test. Step 2 – Written Examination: The written test carries 100% weightage in the final merit. The exam will be conducted in both English and Hindi (bilingual question paper). Syllabus: • For LDC / Hindi Typist Posts: General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude, General Awareness • For CMTD Post: General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness, Trade/Post-related questions Step 3 – Skill / Practical / Physical Test: After the written test, a requisite number of shortlisted candidates (based on merit-category ranking) will be called for a skill, practical, or physical test wherever applicable. This stage is qualifying in nature — it does not add to the merit score, but is mandatory to pass. Step 4 – Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original certificates at the time of the practical/skill/physical test. Documents verified include: caste certificate, age proof, educational qualification, driving licence (CMTD), experience certificate, disability certificate (PwBD), and discharge book (ESM). Marking: Written Test – 100% weightage Skill/Practical Test – Qualifying only (pass/fail basis)