Published Date: August 17, 2026
Category: Defense Jobs / Central Government Recruitment
Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Fireman, Leading Fireman, Civilian Motor Driver, Tradesman Mate, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, FED, CCI |
| Total Vacancies | 62 Posts |
| Category | Central Government Jobs |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Postal Service) |
| Application Dates | August 15, 2026 to September 04, 2026 |
| Official Website | indianarmy.nic.in |
Vacancy Breakup & Salary Scale
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level & Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fireman | 24 | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 + DA) |
| Leading Fireman | 14 | Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 + DA) |
| Tradesman Mate (Labour) | 08 | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 + DA) |
| Civilian Motor Driver (OG) | 06 | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 + DA) |
| Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | 03 | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 + DA) |
| Fire Engine Driver (FED) | 03 | Level 3 (Rs. 21,700 + DA) |
| Cleaner | 02 | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 + DA) |
| Cook | 01 | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 + DA) |
| MTS (Chowkidar) | 01 | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 + DA) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Civilian Motor Driver: 18 to 27 years
- All Other Posts: 18 to 25 years
- Age relaxation applicable as per central government norms (OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PWD: 10-15 years)
Educational & Technical Qualifications
- Fireman & Leading Fireman: Matriculation or equivalent with proficiency in handling firefighting equipment and first-aid operations.
- Civilian Motor Driver: Matriculation or equivalent with a valid driving license for Heavy & Light Motor Vehicles and a minimum of 2 years of driving experience.
- Fire Engine Driver: Matriculation, valid heavy vehicle driving license, and 3 years of driving experience.
- Tradesman Mate, Cleaner & MTS: Matriculation or equivalent with proficiency in the respective trade.
- Cook: Matriculation with working knowledge of Indian cooking and trade proficiency.
- Civilian Catering Instructor: Matriculation with a Diploma/Certificate in Catering from a recognized institution.
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted without an interview process[cite: 1]. The evaluation stages consist of:
- Physical / Skill Test (Qualifying nature)
- Written Examination
- Document Verification & Medical Fitness
Written Examination Pattern
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 25 Questions / 25 Marks
- General Awareness: 50 Questions / 50 Marks
- General English: 50 Questions / 50 Marks
- Numerical Aptitude: 25 Questions / 25 Marks
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer
Application Instructions & Envelope Marking Guidelines
Application fee is entirely exempted for all categories. Candidates must fill out the prescribed offline application form and mail it via registered post.
Envelope Color Code Mandate: Applicants are required to write their matriculation percentage on top of the submission envelope using specific ink colors based on their score:
- 50% or below: RED INK
- 51% to 60%: BLUE INK
- 61% and above: BLACK INK
Postal Address:
The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, CHQ, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007
Important Links
- Official Notification: Download Notification PDF
- Application Form: Download Application Format
- Official Army Portal: indianarmy.nic.in
