IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026

IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026.The Indian Air Force has released Advt. No. 01/2026 in the Employment News (2-8 May 2026) for direct recruitment of 47 Group ‘C’ Civilian posts across Air Force Stations all over India. This is a wonderful chance for 12th pass and Matriculation pass candidates to join one of the most respected services in our country with Pay Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200 per month).

The application starts from 02 May 2026 and the last date to send your offline application is 01 June 2026. The recruitment covers Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade). If you are a young 12th pass student looking for stable defence sector government jobs with good pay and pan-India postings, you should not miss this opportunity.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Start Date to Apply Online: 02/05/2026
• Last Date to Apply: 1/06/2026
• Written Test Date:“To be announced”
• Skill / Practical / Physical Test:After Written Test Results
• Correction Date :As Per Schedule

🎓 Eligibility Criteria:(IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026)

Educational Qualification:

• LDC: 12th Class pass from a recognised Board, with typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer.
• Hindi Typist: 12th Class pass from a recognised Board, with typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer.
• Civilian MT Driver (Ordinary Grade): Matriculation pass or equivalent, plus a valid civil driving licence for light and heavy vehicles, with minimum 2 years’ driving experience and good knowledge of motor mechanism.

Age Limit (as on [01-June 2026]):

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 25 Years
• Age relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC — 3 years; PwBD — 10 years (15 years for SC/ST PwBD, 13 years for OBC PwBD); Ex-Servicemen — period of service rendered + 3 years; Departmental candidates — up to 40 years (UR) and 45 years (SC/ST).

💼 Vacancy Details:(IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026)

💰 Salary Detail:(IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026)

All three Group ‘C’ posts come under Pay Level-2 of the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix, which gives a basic pay range of ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month. On top of basic pay, you will also get DA, HRA, Transport Allowance, CGHS medical benefits, NPS pension and other Central Government employee perks.
Basic Pay: ₹19,900 (entry-level)
Maximum Pay (after annual increments and promotions): ₹63,200
Approximate In-hand at Joining: ₹32,000 to ₹38,000 (depending on city/HRA class)

📄 Application Fee:(IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026)

📄 Selection Process:(IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026)

The selection process fair and merit-based. The Written Test carries 100% weightage in the final selection — this is your most important hurdle. Skill, Practical and Physical Tests are only qualifying in nature. Candidates may also refer to the official exam syllabus and patterns for general preparation tips.

1. Stage 1 — Scrutiny of Applications: The IAF examines age, qualification, certificates, and document completeness.
2. Stage 2 — Written Test (100% weightage): A bilingual (English & Hindi) objective question paper testing General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude and General Awareness for LDC and Hindi Typist; for MT Driver, the syllabus also includes Trade-related questions.
3. Stage 3 — Skill / Practical / Physical Test (Qualifying only): Typing skill test for LDC / Hindi Typist; Driving Practical and Physical Test for MT Driver post.
4. Stage 4 — Document Verification: Selected candidates submit original certificates for verification before joining.

Exam Pattern (Written Test)

The Written Test is a single objective paper with bilingual questions in English and Hindi. Topics for LDC and Hindi Typist include General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness. For Civilian MT Driver, the syllabus also covers General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness, and Trade/Post-related questions on motor mechanism and driving rules.

🖊️ How to Fill the IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment Form 2026

• 📅 Apply between 02 May 2026 to 01 June 2026 only. Click on the Apply Online link provided below in the Important Links section.
• Read the full notification to understand eligibility, age limits, and post details on the website of IAF Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 .
• Collect all required documents such as eligibility certificates, ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.), address details, educational certificates, and caste/reservation certificate (if applicable).
• Scan and keep ready a recent passport-size photograph (with white background, both ears visible, standing straight), signature, and any other required documents.
• Fill the application form with your personal information, educational details, and address.
• Review your details before submitting the form, double-check all entries, and preview the application to ensure there are no errors.
• Pay the application fee (if applicable) via [Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking].
• Submit the form and then download and print your final application and fee receipt for future reference.

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