Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026: Apply for Group ‘C’ Civilian 47 Posts. Vacancies , Eligibility Criteria, Educational Qualification & Experience etc

Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026: Apply for Group ‘C’ Civilian 47 Posts. Vacancies , Eligibility Criteria, etc.

Indian Air Force

Last Date :- 1 June 2026

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released an official advertisement (No. 01/2026) for the direct recruitment of Group ‘C’ Civilian posts across various Air Force Stations and Units. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to serve in a prestigious defense organization.

Interested and eligible candidates may read this advertisement and apply online here against these Application notifications. All applicants are requested to bookmark this page for future updates .

(IAF) Recruitment 2026  Overview 

Post Name	Group ‘C’
Vacancies	47
Organization	Indian Air Force
Qualification	12th Pass
Apply Mode	offline
Apply Fee	No Fee
Start Date	2 May  2026
Last Date	1 June , 2026

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details 

The recruitment covers multiple commands, including Maintenance, Training, Central, Western, Eastern, South Western, and Southern Air Commands.

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)	33
Hindi Typist	11
Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade)	3
Total Posts	47

 * UR (Unreserved): 42 posts

 * OBC/MOBC: 14 posts

 * SC: 8 posts

 * STP: 7 posts

 * STH: 7 posts

 * PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): 3 posts

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Education Qualification 

 # Lower Division Clerk (LDC): 12th Class pass from a recognized Board. A typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer is required.

 # Hindi Typist: 12th Class pass from a recognized Board. A typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer is required.

 # Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade): Matriculation pass or equivalent. Must possess a valid Civil Driving License for light and heavy vehicles, with at least two years of experience in driving motor vehicles.

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria 

 1. Age Limit

 * General: 18 to 25 years.

 * OBC: 18 to 28 years (3 years relaxation).

 * SC/ST: 18 to 30 years (5 years relaxation).

 * PwBD: Up to 10 years relaxation (additional relaxation for SC/ST/OBC PwBD candidates).

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale 

 * Post Names: Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade).

 * Pay Level: Level-2.

 * Pay Matrix: As per the Pay Matrix of the 7th CPC.

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process 

 1. Scrutiny of Applications: Applications will be screened based on age, qualification, and documents.

 2. Written Test: Eligible candidates will be called for a written test.

   * LDC/Hindi Typist Syllabus: General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude, and General Awareness.

   * CMTD Syllabus: General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness, and trade-related questions.

 3. Skill/Practical/Physical Test: Shortlisted candidates from the written exam will undergo a practical or typing test (qualifying in nature).

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Application Fee 

 #     General / OBC / EWS: ₹0 (Exempted)

 #     SC / ST / PH: ₹0 (Exempted)

 #     Female Candidates: ₹0 (Exempted)

(IAF) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates  

# Starting date of submission of online application: 2 May , 2026

# Last date of submission of online application: 1 June , 2026 

 (IAF) Recruitment 2026  How to Apply 

 Applicants need to visit official https://indianairforce.nic.in/ portal for submission of online application this scheme. One needs to follow below mentioned steps to apply online.

 * Prepare the Application Form: You must use the specific "Proforma for Application" format shown in the official advertisement.

 * Fill in Details: Complete the form in English or Hindi, ensuring you specify the post you are applying for and your category.

 * Attach Documents: Include self-attested copies of the following:

   * Educational Qualification certificates.

   * Age/Birth Certificate.

   * Technical/Experience certificates (required for Driver posts).

   * Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates seeking relaxation).

   * Discharge book (for Ex-servicemen).

 * Photographs: Attach two recent passport-size photographs; one should be pasted on the application form and the other on the acknowledgement card.

 * Self-Addressed Envelope: You must enclose a self-addressed envelope with a Rs. 10/- postage stamp affixed to it.

 * Label the Main Envelope: On the outer envelope, you must clearly write "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _ AND CATEGORY _".

 (IAF) Recruitment 2026 web Link

Application Form	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
WhatsApp Channel	Click Here
Telegram Channel	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here

Disclaimer

Note to Applicants: This blog post is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official legal document. While we strive to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, recruitment rules and dates are subject to change by the issuing authority.

 (IAF) Recruitment 2026 FAQ

What is the starting date of offline application for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 ?

The starting date of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 application submission is 2 May 2026.

What is the total number of available vacancies of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 ?

The total number of vacancies under 47.

What is the last date of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 ?

The last date of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 application submission is 1 June, 2026.