Direct Recruitment in Group 'C' Posts in the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers

Introduction\n\nApplications are invited from Indian nationals for direct recruitment to Group 'C' posts in the Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers at various Army Base Workshops and other establishments across India.\n\n### Vacancy Details\n\nThe recruitment drive is for various Group 'C' posts including but not limited to:\n* Lower Division Clerk\n* Fireman\n* Vehicle Mechanic (Armed Fighting Vehicle) Highly Skilled-II\n* Fitter (Skilled)\n* Welder (Skilled)\n* Tradesman Mate\n* Washerman\n* Cook\n* Electrician (Power) Highly Skilled-II\n* Telecom Mechanic Highly Skilled-II\n* Upholster (Skilled)\n* Storekeeper\n* Machinist (Skilled)\n* Tin and Copper Smith (Skilled)\n* Engineer Equipment Mechanic Highly Skilled-II\n* Telephone Operator Grade-II\n\nA detailed breakdown of vacancies by unit, post, and reservation categories (UR, EWS, SC, ST, OBC) is provided in the original notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official document for specific numbers for each post and location.\n\n### Examination Centres\n\n* Quality Control Engineer, Detachment Base Workshop Group (Quality) COD Agra, Uttar Pradesh-282001: 509 Army Base Workshop, Agra\n* Station Workshop EME, Delhi Cantt: 505 Army Base Workshop, Delhi Cantt\n* For all other units, the postal address specified in Column (a) of Paragraph 1 in the advertisement will serve as the examination centre.\n\n### Abbreviations Used\n\n* UR: Un-reserved\n* SC: Schedule Caste\n* ST: Schedule Tribe\n* OBC: Other Backward Class\n* EWS: Economically Weaker Section\n* PH: Physically Handicapped\n* ESM: Ex-Serviceman\n* B: Blindness\n* LV: Low Vision\n* D: Deaf\n* HH: Hard of Hearing\n* OL: One leg\n* OA: One Arm\n* OAL: One Arm and One Leg\n* CP: Cerebral Palsy\n* Dw: Dwarfism\n* AAV: Acid Attack Victim\n* LC: Leprosy Cured\n* ASD (M, MoD): Autism Spectrum Disorder (M-Mild, MoD- Moderate)\n* SLD(M): Specific Learning Disability(M-Mild)\n* MI(M): Mental Illness (M-Mild)\n* MD: Multiple Disability\n\n### Eligibility Criteria (Educational Qualification and Desirable Qualification/Experience)\n\n**(A) Highly Skilled-II Posts (Electrician, Electrician (Power), Telecom Mechanic, Engineering Equipment Mechanic, Vehicle Mechanic (Armed Fighting Vehicle))\n* Essential: Pass in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in the respective trade or grade. OR Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade 1.\n* Desirable Qualification: National Council for Training in the Vocational Trades certificate from Directorate General of Employment and Training, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.\n * Note for Engineering Equipment Mechanic: Essential can also be B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or ITI in Motor Mechanic trade.\n\n(B) Telephone Operator Grade-II**\n* Essential: (i) Matriculation or its equivalent with English as a compulsory subject. (ii) Proficiency in handling of PBX Board.\n* Desirable Qualification: Fluency in spoken English.\n\n**(C) Skilled Posts (Machinist, Fitter, Tin and Copper Smith, Upholster, Welder)\n* Essential: ITI certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade. OR Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade 1.\n* Desirable Qualification: National Council for Training in the Vocational Trades certificate from Directorate General of Employment and Training, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India.\n * Note for Machinist: ITI in Machinist or Turner or Mill Wright or precision Grinder.\n\n(D) Storekeeper**\n* Essential: Pass in 12th class from a recognized Board or University.\n\n**(E) Lower Division Clerk**\n* Essential: (i) Pass in 12th class from a recognized Board or University. (ii) Typing speed of 35 words per minute in English on computer or a typing speed of 30 words per minute in Hindi on computer (corresponding to 10500/9000 key depressions per hour).\n\n**(F) Fireman**\n* Essential: (i) Matriculation pass or equivalent. (ii) Conversant with use and maintenance of all types of extinguishers, hose fittings and fire appliances. (iii) Familiar with first aid Fire Fighting Appliances. (iv) Knowledge of elementary principles of Fire Fighting. (v) Conversant with foot and appliance Fire Service Drills. (vi) Physically fit and capable of performing strenuous duties and passed the physical test specified in Para 7.\n\n**(G) Cook**\n* Essential: (i) Matriculation pass or equivalent. (ii) Knowledge of Indian Cooking and proficiency in trade.\n\n**(H) Tradesman Mate**\n* Essential: Matriculation pass from recognized Board or equivalent.\n\n**(I) Washerman**\n* Essential: (i) Matriculation pass or equivalent from recognised Board. (ii) Able to wash Military/Civilian cloths thoroughly.\n\n### Pay Scale (As per 7th Central Pay Commission)\n\n* Pay Matrix Level 4 (GP Rs. 2400/-): Posts at serial No. 2(a) to 2(e) (Vehicle Mechanic, Electrician, etc.)\n* Pay Matrix Level 3 (GP Rs. 2000/-): Posts at serial No. 2(f) (Telephone Operator Grade-II)\n* Pay Matrix Level 2 (GP Rs. 1900/-): Posts at serial No. 2(g) to 2(p) (Machinist, Fitter, LDC, Fireman, Cook, Storekeeper, etc.)\n* Pay Matrix Level 1 (GP Rs. 1800/-): Posts at serial No. 2(q) to 2(r) (Tradesman Mate, Washerman)\n\n### Age Limit\n\n18 to 25 Years.\n\n### Age Relaxation\n\n* SC/ST: 5 years\n* OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years\n* Person with Benchmark Disability: 10 years (15 years for SC/ST, 13 years for OBC)\n* Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Resultant age after deducting period of service from actual age should not exceed prescribed age limit by more than 3 years.\n* Departmental candidates (Central Govt, 3 years continuous service): Upto 40 years (45 years for SC/ST).\n* Widows, divorced women, judicially separated women (not re-married): Upto 35 years (40 years for SC/ST).\n* Note: SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against unreserved posts will not receive age relaxation. The crucial date for determining the age limit is the last date of receipt of application. Date of Birth from matriculation certificate.\n\n### Physical Measurements/Fitness Test (For Fireman only)\n\n#### Minimum Physical Measurements\n* Height without shoes: 165 cms (2.5 cms relaxation for ST).\n* Chest (Un-expanded): 81.5 cms\n* Chest (on-expansion): 85 cms\n* Weight: 50 Kg (minimum)\n\n#### Fitness/Endurance Test\n* Carrying a man (Fireman lift of 63.5 Kgs to a distance of 183 meters within 96 seconds).\n* Clearing 2.7 meters wide ditch landing on both feet (Long jumps).\n* Climbing 03 meters vertical rope using hands and feet.\n\n### How to Apply\n\n1. Candidates must forward their application duly typed on A4 size paper as per the prescribed format given in the advertisement.\n2. Along with the application, include a self-addressed envelope (size 10.5 cm x 25 cm) with a postal stamp of Rs. 5/-.\n3. Applications must be sent through ORDINARY POST to the specific address mentioned against the post applied for.\n4. Superscribe the envelope with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _______"\n5. Ensure a valid E-mail ID and Aadhaar linked Telephone number are mentioned in the application form.\n6. Last date for receipt of application: 21 days (including Sundays and holidays) from the date of publication of this advertisement in the Employment News (i.e., 2025-10-25). For candidates from Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division of J&K, Lahaul and Spiti Districts & Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba District of HP, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep, the last date is 28 days (i.e., 2025-11-01).\n7. If the closing date falls on a holiday, the next working day will be considered the closing date.\n8. Candidates can apply for only one trade at one location. No modifications are allowed once submitted. Applications received by hand will not be accepted.\n\n### Important Instructions\n\n* Persons working in Central Govt/ State Govt/ PSUs must provide an "NOC" from their present organization at the time of selection.\n* Applications will be shortlisted based on the Essential Qualification. No weightage for additional/higher qualifications.\n* Mere fulfillment of eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for test.\n* Admit cards will not be issued for rejected/late applications.\n* Incomplete/illegible applications, or those without the correct advertisement reference number, will be deemed invalid and rejected without intimation.\n* Candidates are liable to be transferred anywhere across India, including field services.\n* No TA/DA will be paid for attending the examination.\n* The examination, including skill/physical tests, may span 2-5 days; candidates must arrange their own lodging/boarding.\n* Candidates must carry their "Admit Card" along with a valid identity proof (Passport, Aadhaar card, PAN Card, Driving Licence) for all stages.\n* Biometric details will be captured on the first day and used subsequently.\n* The recruitment process can be cancelled/postponed/suspended/terminated without prior notice.\n* Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.\n* Candidates are responsible for providing factually correct data and documents.\n\n### Examination Scheme & Syllabus\n\n* The written test will be offline (OMR-based) and "Objective Type" for 150 marks with 0.25 negative marking for each wrong answer.\n* Duration: 2 hours.\n* Question paper will be bilingual (English and Hindi).\n* Syllabus will be in accordance with the minimum qualification prescribed for each post.\n* Test Structure by Post Group:\n * Group 1 (Fireman, Electrician, Vehicle Mechanic, Fitter, Welder, Machinist, Tin & Copper Smith, Upholster, Engineer Equipment Mechanic, Telecom Mechanic):\n * Part-I: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-II: General Awareness (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-III: General English (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-IV: Numerical Aptitude (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-V: Trade Specific (50 Q, 50 M)\n * Total: 150 Q, 150 M\n * Group 2 (Telephone Operator Grade-II, Storekeeper, Lower Division Clerk):\n * Part-I: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-II: General Awareness (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-III: General English (50 Q, 50 M)\n * Part-IV: Numerical Aptitude (50 Q, 50 M)\n * Total: 150 Q, 150 M\n * Group 3 (Cook, Washerman and Tradesman Mate):\n * Part-I: General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 Q, 50 M)\n * Part-II: General Awareness (50 Q, 50 M)\n * Part-III: General English (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Part-IV: Numerical Aptitude (25 Q, 25 M)\n * Total: 150 Q, 150 M\n* Selection Process: Written test will be followed by Skill Test and Physical Test (where applicable), which will be qualifying in nature. Minimum qualifying marks may be fixed by the selection committee. No re-evaluation.\n\n### Documents Required for Verification (Original and self-attested photocopy)\n\n* Matriculation certificate/Municipality Birth certificate (for date of birth).\n* Aadhaar Card.\n* Mark Sheet of the educational qualification mentioned against the post applied for.\n* Any certificate for desirable qualification.\n* SC/ST/OBC (Non creamy layer for OBC)/EWS or any other reservation certificate, if applicable.\n* Physically Handicapped certificate (40% and above disability).\n* Discharge certificate (Ex-serviceman).\n* NOC in original from present employer (for serving personnel).\n* Certified copy of judgement/degree for Widows, divorced women, and judicially separated women.\n* Address proof (Passport/Ration Card/Voter Card/Driving License).\n\n### Application Form\n\nA blank application form format is provided in the advertisement for candidates to neatly type on A4 size paper. Candidates must ensure all details are correctly filled as per the instructions.