The Army Ordnance Crops has announced the AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 for 2615 civilian posts, including MTS, Fireman, TM, JOA, and MA roles. Applications will be accepted online from August 24 to September 23, 2026, via the official website. Eligible candidates should apply within the specified dates. Interested Candidates can check the vacancy details, eligibility, salary, exam pattern, and application process here.
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AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026
Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 under the Army Ordnance Crops department invite applications for 2615 vacancies for various Group-C Civilian posts, including Multi Tasking Staff (MTS), Tradesman Mate (TM), Fireman, Junior Office Assistant (JOA), and Material Assistant (MA). Candidates Graduate/12th/10th/ITI Pass who are in the age between 18 to 25 to submit the application for the AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026. The selection process includes a written exam, skill test (if applicable), physical test, document verification, and medical examination.
AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 - Overview
*Organisation: Army Ordnance Crops (AOC)
*Post Name: MTS, Fireman, TM, JOA & MA
*Total Vacancies: 2625 Posts
*Advt. No.: AOC/CRC/2026/AUG
*Category: Defence Jobs
*Application Mode: Online
*Registration Dates: 24th August 2026 to 23rd September 2026
*Qualification: 10th/ 12th/ Graduate/ ITI
*Age Limit: 18 to 25 Years
*Selection Process: Written Exam, Skill Test (if applicable), Physical test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination.
*Salary Post-wise: Level 1 to Level 5
Official website: www.aocrecruitment.gov.in
AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 Notification
A short notification for Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 has been released. It provides an initial overview of the recruitment, while the detailed notification will include vacancies, salary, selection process, exam pattern and important dates. The online application process is scheduled to start from 24 August 2026 after the detailed notification is released. Candidates should visit the official website regularly or bookmark this page for further updates.
AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
- Notification Released Date - 15th August 2026
- Online Application Start Date - 24th August 2026
- Last Date to Apply - 23rd September 2026
- Written Exam Date - To be announced
- Admit Card Released Date - To be announced
Indian Army AOC Group C Civilian Vacancy 2026
Army Ordnance Crops (AOC) udder the Ministry of Defence, Government of India has released a total of 2615 Group-C Civilian vacancies under the Indian Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026. These vacancies are for Tradesman Mate, Fireman, Junior Office Assistant (JOA), Multi Tasking Staff (MTS), and Material Assistant posts. The post-wise and category-wise vacancy distribution is given below.
- Tradesman Mate: Total 1,799 Posts (UR 728, EWS 183, OBC 483, SC 270, ST 135)
- Fireman: Total 520 Posts (UR 210, EWS 52, OBC 140, SC 78, ST 40)
- Junior Office Assistant (JOA): Total 104 Posts (UR 42, EWS 13, OBC 26, SC 16, ST 8)
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Total 142 Posts (UR 58, EWS 14, OBC 38, SC 21, ST 11)
- Material Assistant: Total 50 Posts (UR 20, EWS 5, OBC 14, SC 8, ST 3)
AOC Group C Civilian Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates applying for Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 should be aware of the AOC Group C Civilian Eligibility Parameters in terms of educational qualification and age limit. Candidates can check the post-wise eligibility criteria below.
AOC Group C Civilian Educational Qualification 2026
- Tradesman Mate: Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board.
- Fireman: Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board.
- Junior Office Assistant (JOA): 12th Pass from a recognized Board or University, along with English Typing at 30 w.p.m. or Hindi Typing at 30 w.p.m.
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board.
- Material Assistant (MA): Graduate in any discipline from a recognized University or Diploma in Material Management or Diploma in Engineering in any discipline from a recognized Institution.
AOC Group C Age Limit 2026
- Tradesman Mate: 18 to 25 years
- Fireman: 18 to 25 years
- Junior Office Assistant (JOA): 18 to 25 years
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): 18 to 25 years
- Material Assistant (MA): 18 to 27 years
Age Relaxation
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD (Unreserved): 10 years
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years
Indian Army AOC Group C Civilian Salary 2026
The salary for AOC Group C Civilian posts is determined according to the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will receive applicable allowances and benefits as per the Government of India rules.
The post-wise pay levels are:
- Tradesman Mate: Pay Level-1 – Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900
- Fireman: Pay Level-2 – Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200
- Junior Office Assistant (JOA): Pay Level-2 – Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Pay Level-1 – Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900
- Material Assistant (MA): Pay Level-5 – Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300
AOC Group C Civilian Apply Online 2026
The AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 online application process is scheduled to start from 24 August 2026 through the official AOC recruitment portal. Candidates will be able to submit their applications online until 23 September 2026 at 11:59 PM. Applicants should keep their required documents and other details ready before starting the registration process.
How to Apply Online for AOC Group C Recruitment 2026?
Step 1: Visit the official AOC recruitment website at www.aocrecruitment.gov.in.
Step 2: Open the AOC Group C Civilian Recruitment 2026 application link and complete the registration using your basic details, valid mobile number and email ID.
Step 3: Log in using the registration credentials and fill in the application form with the required personal, educational and other information.
Step 4: Upload the required photograph, signature and supporting documents in the prescribed format.
Step 5: Carefully verify all the details entered in the application form before submitting it.
Step 6: Complete the application process by clicking the final submit option.
Step 7: After successful submission, save and download the application form and keep a printout for future reference.
AOC Group C Recruitment Selection Process 2026
The selection process for AOC Group C posts will be conducted through different stages depending on the post. Candidates will have to qualify the prescribed stages to be considered for final selection. The expected post-wise selection process is given below:
- Tradesman Mate: Written Exam, Physical Test (PE&MT), DV, Medical Test
- Fireman: Written Exam, Physical Test (PE&MT), DV, Medical Test
- Junior Office Assistant (JOA): Written Exam, Skill Test, DV, Medical Test
- Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Written Exam, DV, Medical Test
- Material Assistant (MA): Written Exam, DV, Medical Test
AOC Group C Civilian Exam Pattern 2026
The AOC Group C written examination will be conducted according to the educational level of the post. The question paper will contain objective-type multiple-choice questions, with 150 questions carrying 150 marks. The detailed pattern is given below.
Important Points for Exam Pattern
- The examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
- Questions will be available in English and Hindi, except the General English/English Language & Comprehension section.
- The examination will be conducted using OMR Sheets.
- There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Visually handicapped candidates will receive an additional 20 minutes per hour of examination time.
For Pay Level-1 & Level-2 Posts – Matriculation Level
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Numerical Aptitude: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- General English: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- General Awareness: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours
For Pay Level-2 Posts – 10+2 Level
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Numerical Aptitude: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- General Awareness: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- English Language & Comprehension: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours
For Pay Level-5 Posts – Graduate Level
- General Intelligence & Reasoning: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Numerical Aptitude: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- General Awareness: 25 Questions – 25 Marks
- English Language & Comprehension: 50 Questions – 50 Marks
- Total: 150 Questions – 150 Marks
- Duration: 2 Hours
AOC Group C Civilian Physical Test 2026 (Tradesman & Fireman)
AOC Tradesman Mate Physical Endurance Test 2026
- Male Candidates: 1.5 Km Run in 6 minutes.
- Male Candidates: Carry 50 Kg weight for 200 metres in 100 seconds.
- Female Candidates: 1.5 Km Run in 8 minutes 26 seconds.
- Female Candidates: Carry 50 Kg weight for 200 metres in 3 minutes 45 seconds (225 seconds).
AOC Fireman Physical Measurement Test 2026
- Height: 165 cm without shoes. ST candidates get a relaxation of 2.5 cm.
- Chest (Unexpanded): 81.5 cm.
- Chest (Expanded): 85 cm.
- Minimum Weight: 50 Kg.
AOC Fireman Physical Endurance Test 2026
- 1.6 Km Run – Candidates other than ESM/Female: 6 minutes.
- Female Candidates: 8 minutes 26 seconds.
- ESM Below 40 Years: 7 minutes 11 seconds.
- ESM 40–45 Years: 7 minutes 48 seconds.
- ESM Above 45 Years: 9 minutes 22 seconds.
- Carrying Test: Carry a 63.5 Kg person for 183 metres within 96 seconds.
- Long Jump: Clear a 2.7-metre-wide ditch and land on both feet.
- Rope Climbing: Climb a 3-metre vertical rope using hands and feet.
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