The Indian Air Force has released the Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 notification for various posts such as Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver at different Air Force Stations across India. The offline application process began with the publication in Employment News (2–8 May 2026), and candidates can submit their applications within 30 days of publication, with the tentative last date being around 01 June 2026.

Interested candidates can explore these vacancies on the official Indian Air Force website (indianairforce.nic.in). Applicants can also stay updated with free job alerts for upcoming IAF Group C Recruitment 2026 opportunities for both freshers and experienced candidates. Direct application details and the official link to apply offline are available through the official website.

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Over View

Details	Information
Organization Name	Indian Air Force (IAF)
Advertisement Number	01/2026
Post Titles	Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (CMTD – Ordinary Grade)
Post Category	Group ‘C’ Civilian Posts
Pay Scale	Level-2 as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix
Application Mode	Offline (applications to be sent by post to the respective Air Force Station/Unit)
Application Deadline	Within 30 days from the publication date in Employment News (from 02 May 2026)
Nationality	Indian Citizens only
Official Website	https://indianairforce.nic.in/

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

For the Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026, the age criteria for all posts is 18 to 25 years. The age will be calculated based on the last date of receipt of the application. Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable as per Government norms for reserved categories. However, candidates from SC/ST/OBC categories applying under unreserved (UR) posts will not be eligible for any age relaxation.

Category	Age Limit / Relaxation
General (UR)	18 to 25 years
OBC	3 years relaxation (up to 28 years)
SC / ST	5 years relaxation (up to 30 years)
Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)	10 years relaxation; additional 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	Length of military service (minimum 6 months) deducted from actual age; resulting age should not exceed the maximum age limit by more than 3 years
Departmental Employees (UR)	Up to 40 years
Departmental Employees (SC/ST)	Up to 45 years

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Advertisement Release Date (Employment News)	02 May 2026
Last Date to Submit Application	Within 30 days from publication (approximately by 01 June 2026)

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

• There is no application fee mentioned for any category in the official notification. However, candidates are required to attach a self-addressed envelope affixed with ₹10 postage stamps along with the application form.

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility

Before applying for the Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026, candidates must ensure they fulfill all the required eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, experience, and other conditions specific to each post. Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories who apply for unreserved (UR) posts will not be eligible for any relaxation in age, experience, or other criteria. OBC candidates must provide a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate.

• Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
• Language Requirement: There is no requirement for Punjabi or any specific regional language; however, the application form must be filled in English or Hindi.
• PwBD Typing Exemption: As per DoPT guidelines (OM No. 14020/1/2014-Estt. (D) dated 22 April 2015), PwBD candidates who are otherwise eligible for clerical posts and are medically certified as unable to type may be exempted from the typing test, subject to submission of a valid medical certificate in the prescribed format (Annexure-II).

Post-wise Qualification & Pay Scale

Sl. No.	Post Name	Pay Scale	Educational Qualification / Experience
1	Lower Division Clerk (LDC)	Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)	12th pass from a recognized board. Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (equivalent to 10500/9000 KDPH based on 5 key depressions per word). Duration: 10 minutes
2	Hindi Typist	Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)	12th pass from a recognized board. Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (equivalent to 10500/9000 KDPH). Duration: 10 minutes
3	Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (CMTD – Ordinary Grade)	Level-2 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)	Matriculation (10th pass) or equivalent. Must have a valid driving license for light and heavy vehicles, good driving skills, knowledge of vehicle mechanisms, and at least 2 years of driving experience

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IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

Command / Unit	Total Vacancies
Headquarters Maintenance Command, IAF	14
Headquarters Training Command, IAF	5
Headquarters Central Air Command, IAF	3
Headquarters Western Air Command, IAF	6
Headquarters Eastern Air Command, IAF	6
Headquarters South Western Air Command, IAF	5
Headquarters Southern Air Command	1
Independent Units, IAF	7

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IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – How To Apply

The application process for Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 is strictly offline. Eligible candidates may apply to any Air Force Station of their preference, subject to available vacancies and eligibility conditions. The duly filled application form as per Annexure-I, along with all required documents, must reach the concerned Air Force Station within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.

Step-by-Step Application Procedure

• Download and fill the application form in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) provided in the official notification. The form must be filled or typed in English or Hindi.
• Affix one recent passport-size photograph (self-attested) on the form and attach two additional identical photographs.
• Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents, including educational qualifications, age proof, technical certificates, PwBD certificate (if applicable), experience certificates, and caste certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates issued by competent authorities.
• OBC candidates applying under the reserved category must submit a certificate confirming that they do not belong to the creamy layer. Their caste must be included in the Central List of OBCs.
• Ex-servicemen must attach a self-attested copy of the discharge book along with the application.
• EWS candidates must ensure their Income & Asset Certificate is valid for the Financial Year 2026–2027 (based on income for FY 2025–2026).
• Attach a self-addressed envelope with ₹10 postage stamps. The address must be clearly written in English or Hindi.
• Clearly mention on the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ________ AND CATEGORY ________”
• Send the completed application by post to the concerned Air Force Station/Unit address within 30 days from the publication date.
• Candidates applying for more than one post must submit separate applications for each post.

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IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process

The selection procedure for Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 consists of application screening, a written examination, and skill/practical/physical tests (wherever applicable). Initially, all applications will be carefully checked for eligibility criteria such as age, educational qualifications, and supporting documents. Only eligible candidates will receive call letters for the written test.

The written exam will be based on the prescribed minimum educational qualifications. Candidates shortlisted on the basis of written test performance will be invited for skill, practical, or physical tests as required for the respective posts. Meeting the basic eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection for further stages. Selected candidates will be subject to All India Service Liability.

Selection Stages

Stage	Description
1. Application Screening	Applications will be scrutinized by the respective units to verify age, qualifications, and required documents before shortlisting candidates for the written exam
2. Written Examination	Carries 100% weightage; the question-cum-answer paper will be available in both English and Hindi; the test will be conducted simultaneously for all categories
3. Skill / Practical / Physical Test	Qualifying in nature; candidates shortlisted based on merit in the written exam will be called for this stage, depending on the post

Written Test Syllabus

Post	Subjects Included
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Hindi Typist	General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness
Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (CMTD)	General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness, and trade/post-related questions

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IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Important Instructions

Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read all instructions before applying for the Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026. Any failure to follow the prescribed guidelines may lead to rejection of the application. The Air Officer Commanding/Station Commander/Commanding Officer of the concerned Air Force Station reserves the right to accept or reject any application without providing any reason. The important instructions are given below:

• Applications submitted before the official notification date or after the closing date will not be accepted under any circumstances. The IAF will not be responsible for postal delays.
• Separate applications must be submitted for each post. The envelope should clearly mention: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _______ AND CATEGORY _______.”
• All documents must be self-attested, and the application form should be properly typed in English or Hindi with a recent passport-size photograph attached.
• SC/ST/OBC candidates applying under unreserved categories will not be eligible for any relaxation in age, qualification, or experience.
• PwBD candidates may avail the facility of a scribe as per DoPT OM No. 29-6/2019-DD-III dated 10 August 2022.
• PwBD candidates with temporary disabilities (classified as “likely to improve”) are not eligible for reservation. Only candidates with permanent or non-improving disabilities are eligible for reservation benefits.
• The examination will be conducted simultaneously for all categories. Candidates must choose the category they wish to apply for, and no separate examination will be conducted if multiple categories fall on the same date.
• The authority reserves the right to change the number of vacancies or reservation status at any Air Force Station before the selection process is completed.
• Selected candidates will be liable for All India Service Liability.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending any stage of the selection process.
• Candidates must carry original certificates along with self-attested copies of all required documents, including educational, technical, and experience certificates during the skill/practical/physical test. The validity of all documents will be considered up to the last date of receipt of application.

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – Application Form

Eligible candidates applying for the Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 must use the prescribed Application Proforma (Annexure-I) provided in the official notification. The duly filled application form, along with all necessary self-attested documents, should be sent by post to the respective Air Force Station/Unit within 30 days from the date of publication in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.

The details regarding the examination, skill test, practical test, or physical test centre will be communicated to candidates later and may not necessarily be the same location where the application was submitted. No TA/DA will be provided for appearing in any stage of the selection process. Candidates must carry original documents along with photocopies of all attached certificates at the time of the skill/practical/physical test.

Applications should be sent to the postal address of the concerned Air Force Station/Unit as specified in the official notification.

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IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Air Force Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026?

The Indian Air Force has released Group C Civilian vacancies under Advertisement No. 01/2026 across multiple Air Force Stations and Units. The total posts are distributed as follows: HQ Maintenance Command (14), HQ Training Command (5), HQ Central Air Command (3), HQ Western Air Command (6), HQ Eastern Air Command (6), HQ South Western Air Command (5), HQ Southern Air Command (1), and Independent Units (7). The recruitment includes posts such as LDC, Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (CMTD).

Q2. What are the educational qualifications required?

For LDC and Hindi Typist posts, candidates must have passed 12th standard from a recognized board and possess typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer. For CMTD posts, candidates must have passed Matriculation, hold a valid driving license for light and heavy vehicles, have knowledge of motor mechanism, professional driving skills, and at least two years of driving experience.

Q3. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is 18 to 25 years as on the last date of application. Relaxation is applicable as per rules: 3 years for OBC (up to 28 years), 5 years for SC/ST (up to 30 years), 10 years for PwBD (with additional relaxation for reserved categories), relaxation based on military service for Ex-Servicemen, and up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST) for departmental employees.

Q4. Is there any application fee?

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification. However, candidates must attach a self-addressed envelope with ₹10 postage stamps. The application process is completely offline.

Q5. What is the salary for Group C posts?

All posts are placed under Level-2 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a salary range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 plus applicable allowances such as DA, HRA, and other government benefits.

Q6. How can candidates apply?

Candidates must apply offline by filling the prescribed application form (Annexure-I), attaching a passport-size photograph and self-attested documents, including a ₹10 stamped self-addressed envelope. The completed application must be sent by post to the concerned Air Force Station/Unit. The envelope should clearly mention the post name and category. Applications must reach within 30 days of publication in Employment News (approximately by 01 June 2026).

Q7. What is the last date to apply?

The last date is 30 days from the publication in Employment News (dated 02–08 May 2026), which is approximately 01 June 2026. Late or early submissions will not be accepted, and postal delays are not the responsibility of the IAF.

Q8. What is the selection process?

The selection process includes three stages:

1. Application Scrutiny – Verification of eligibility, age, and documents.
2. Written Examination – Objective test in English and Hindi covering General Intelligence, English, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness (plus trade-related questions for CMTD).
3. Skill/Practical/Physical Test – Qualifying stage for shortlisted candidates based on written exam merit.