The Government of India, Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore has published an Employment Notice inviting applications for 62 civilian Group C posts across nine trades – Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI), Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver (CMD), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver (FED), Fireman and Leading Fireman. The notice was published in Employment News dated 15-21 August 2026. Applications must be submitted offline by post only, reaching the Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007 within 21 days of the date of publication – treat 4 September 2026 as the working deadline. Minimum qualification is Matriculation for all posts. Fireman (24 posts) and Leading Fireman (14 posts) together account for 38 of the 62 vacancies. All posts are for male candidates only. No application fee is specified.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Six things specific to this recruitment that frequently trip candidates. First, this is offline only – there is no online application link. Fill the proforma on paper and send it by speed post. Second, you can apply for only one trade – applications from candidates found applying for more than one trade are rejected outright. Third, the envelope must be written in coloured ink based on your Matriculation percentage – Red for 50% or below, Blue for 51% to 60%, and Black for 61% and above. Missing this step can delay shortlisting. Fourth, Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Leading Fireman posts have mandatory physical standards – height minimum 165 cm, chest 81.5 to 85 cm, weight minimum 50 kg – and a physical endurance test including fireman lift of 65.5 kg for 183 metres in 96 seconds. Candidates who do not meet these standards are not called for the written test. Fifth, all selected candidates are liable for All India service and may be posted to hard areas, high altitude areas, remote localities or field areas. Sixth, the last date is 21 days from the Employment News publication date of 15 August 2026 – treat 4 September 2026 as the deadline and allow adequate postal transit time.
ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore |
| Employment Notice Published | Employment News, 15-21 August 2026 |
| Posts | CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver, Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver, Fireman, Leading Fireman |
| Total Vacancies | 62 (provisional – subject to change) |
| Gender | Male candidates only |
| Minimum Qualification | Matriculation or equivalent |
| Application Mode | Offline by post only |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Working Last Date | 4 September 2026 (21 days from 15 August 2026 publication) |
| Age Limit | 18-25 years (18-27 for CMD) |
| Address | The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, Civ CR, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007 |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Employment News publication date | 15 August 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 21 days from 15 August 2026 – treat 4 September 2026 as the working deadline |
| Crucial date for age | Last date fixed for receipt of applications |
| Skill/Physical/Written Test date | To be intimated to eligible candidates via call letter |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 62 | All posts – Male candidates only
| S. No. | Post | Pay Level | Starting Pay | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and allowances | 3 |
| 2 | Cook | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and allowances | 1 |
| 3 | MTS (Chowkidar) | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 + DA and allowances | 1 |
| 4 | Civilian Motor Driver (OG/CMD) | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and allowances | 6 |
| 5 | Cleaner | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 + DA and allowances | 2 |
| 6 | Tradesman Mate (Labour) | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 + DA and allowances | 8 |
| 7 | Fire Engine Driver (FED) | Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 + DA and allowances | 3 |
| 8 | Fireman | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and allowances | 24 |
| 9 | Leading Fireman | Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 + DA and allowances | 14 |
| Total | 62 |
Category-wise Distribution:
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCI | – | 1 (ESM) | – | – | 2 | 3 |
| Cook | – | – | 1 (ESM) | – | – | 1 |
| MTS (Chowkidar) | – | – | 1 (ESM) | – | – | 1 |
| Civilian Motor Driver | 1 (ESM) | – | 4 (ESM) | – | 1 (ESM) | 6 |
| Cleaner | – | – | 2 (ESM) | – | – | 2 |
| Tradesman Mate (Labour) | – | – | 6 (ESM) | – | 2 (ESM) | 8 |
| Fire Engine Driver | – | – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Fireman | 16 (incl. 1 PwD, 2 ESM, 1 MSP) | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
| Leading Fireman | 1 | – | 1 | 11 (incl. 1 ESM, 1 MSP) | 1 | 14 |
| Total | 18 | 3 | 19 | 14 | 8 | 62 |
Horizontal reservation: 4% PwD, 10% Ex-Servicemen (ESM), 5% Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP) – at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Note that PwD candidates have no reserved vacancies in the CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour) and Civilian Motor Driver posts.
Station-wise posting: Vacancies are spread across multiple stations including Bangalore, Pune, Pathankot, Jalandhar, Ferozpur, Bhatinda, Mahajan (MFFR), Kalka, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Suratgarh, BD Bari, Udhampur, Rajouri, Srinagar, Agra, Jhansi, Delhi, Bareilly, Siliguri, Bengdubi, Hasimara, Narangi, Gangtok, Lebong, Pattan, Sikher (Masimpur), Missamari and Kandrori. Candidates must give a preference of three stations in their application. Final posting is at the discretion of the Commandant, ASC Centre (South).
Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | Matriculation or equivalent; Diploma/Certificate in Catering from a recognised institution; one year experience as catering instructor desirable |
| Cook | Matriculation or equivalent; knowledge of Indian cooking and proficiency in trade; one year trade experience desirable |
| MTS (Chowkidar) | Matriculation or equivalent; proficient in trade work |
| Civilian Motor Driver (CMD) | Matriculation or equivalent; valid driving licence for heavy and light motor vehicles; minimum 2 years driving experience |
| Cleaner | Matriculation or equivalent; proficient in trade work |
| Tradesman Mate (Labour) | Matriculation or equivalent; proficient in trade |
| Fire Engine Driver (FED) | Matriculation or equivalent; proficient in trade; minimum 3 years experience driving heavy vehicles; valid driving licence; preferably certified after attending a fireman course |
| Fireman | Matriculation or equivalent; conversant with use and maintenance of extinguishers, hose fittings, fire engines, trailers, pumps and foam branches; familiar with first-aid fire fighting appliances and trailer fire pump; knowledge of elementary fire fighting principles; capable of performing assigned fire crew duties |
| Leading Fireman | Matriculation or equivalent; conversant with use and maintenance of all types of extinguishers, hose fittings and fire equipment; capable of training, guiding and controlling B crane operation; capable of taking independent charge of a shift |
Physical Standards and Endurance Test
Physical standards apply to Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Leading Fireman posts. Tradesman Mate (Labour) has a separate endurance test.
For Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Leading Fireman:
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height (without shoes) | 165 cm (2.5 cm concession for ST candidates) |
| Chest (unexpanded) | 81.5 cm |
| Chest (expanded) | 85 cm |
| Weight | Minimum 50 kg |
Endurance/Skill Test (all three posts):
- Fireman lift of 65.5 kg over 183 metres within 96 seconds
- Clear a 2.7-metre-wide ditch landing on both feet (long jump)
- Climb a 3-metre vertical rope using hands and feet
For Tradesman Mate (Labour):
- 1.5 km run in 6 minutes
- Carry 50 kg weight for 200 metres in 100 seconds
- Relaxed timings for Ex-Servicemen by age band as per the notification
Age Limit
Age is reckoned as on the last date fixed for receipt of applications.
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All posts except CMD | 18 to 25 years |
| Civilian Motor Driver (CMD) | 18 to 27 years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST (reserved posts only) | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwD – UR | 10 years |
| PwD – OBC (NCL) | 13 years |
| PwD – SC/ST | 15 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | Total military service plus 3 years |
| Departmental candidates (3 years continuous Central Government service) | Up to 40 years (45 years for SC/ST) |
SC/ST/OBC candidates competing for unreserved posts will not receive category-specific age relaxation or other concessions.
Application Fee
No application fee is specified in the official notification for any category of candidates.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Starting Pay |
|---|---|---|
| CCI, Cook, Civilian Motor Driver, Fireman | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 per month + DA and allowances |
| MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour) | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 per month + DA and allowances |
| Fire Engine Driver, Leading Fireman | Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 per month + DA and allowances |
Selection Process
| Stage | Nature | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | Skill/Physical/Practical Test | Qualifying – post-specific; includes physical standards and endurance tests where applicable |
| Stage 2 | Written Test | Merit-based – candidates who qualify Stage 1 are eligible |
Written Test Pattern:
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part I | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| Part II | General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| Part III | General English | 50 | 50 |
| Part IV | Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
Duration: 2 hours for all four parts combined. Negative marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. Question papers are bilingual (English and Hindi) except General English, which is English only. All tests are conducted at ASC Centre (South), Bangalore only – no change of centre is permitted.
Final merit list is based solely on Written Test marks. No TA/DA is admissible for attending any stage of selection.
How to Apply for ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026
Applications are accepted offline by post only. There is no online application mode.
- Download the official notification and note the prescribed application proforma (Appendix format) given at the end of the notification.
- Fill the application on plain paper, typed or neatly handwritten in English or Hindi.
- Paste one recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form. Enclose two additional self-attested passport-size photographs separately. Mobile printouts and selfies are not accepted.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents – Aadhaar Card, domicile certificate, Matriculation Pass Certificate, Class X marksheet, experience certificate (where applicable), caste/category certificate, ESM/PwD/MSP certificate as applicable.
- Fill the Admit Card in duplicate in the prescribed format given in the notification and enclose it with the application.
- Enclose one self-addressed envelope with the appropriate postal stamp.
- On the outer cover envelope, write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ____” in capital letters. Write your Matriculation percentage in the specified colour – Red ink for 50% or below, Blue ink for 51% to 60%, Black ink for 61% and above.
- Give your preference of three stations in the application form. Final posting is at the Commandant’s discretion.
- Send by post to: The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, Civ CR, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007.
- Ensure the application reaches the above address within 21 days of 15 August 2026 – send well in advance to account for postal transit time.
Important Instructions
- Apply for only one trade. Applications from candidates found applying for more than one trade will be rejected.
- The envelope colour-coding based on Matriculation percentage is mandatory. Red (50% or below), Blue (51% to 60%), Black (61% and above).
- PwD candidates have no reserved vacancies in CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour) and Civilian Motor Driver posts.
- Aadhaar card prepared before the age of 10 years will not be accepted. Name on Aadhaar and PAN must match the School Certificate exactly.
- OBC candidates must submit a valid Non-Creamy Layer certificate and must submit the undertaking in Appendix-IV format provided in the notification.
- ESM candidates must submit their ESM certificate, a self-attested copy of the Discharge Certificate and the undertaking in Appendix-III format.
- Serving Defence personnel and Defence Civilian employees currently in service must enclose an NOC from their Record Office.
- Government employees (Central/State/PSU) must apply through proper channel with an employer’s no-objection and no-disciplinary-action certificate.
- All selected candidates are liable for All India service and may be posted to hard areas, high altitude areas, remote localities or field areas.
- Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee a call for tests; shortlisting may be done if applications are large in number.
- Call letters for the skill/physical and written tests are sent by email as well as post. Candidates must ensure their functional mobile number and email address are mentioned in the application.
- There is no provision for re-evaluation or re-checking of scores. No correspondence on this will be entertained.
- The number of vacancies is provisional and can be changed or the recruitment process can be cancelled at any stage for administrative reasons.
- Candidates are cautioned against unscrupulous elements offering assured appointments through illegal means. Selection is purely on merit.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Indian Army Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions – ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is ASC Centre (South) Bangalore Civilian Recruitment 2026?
✅ It is an Employment Notice by the Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore for 62 civilian Group C posts across nine trades – CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver, Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver, Fireman and Leading Fireman.
Q2. How many vacancies and in which posts?
✅ 62 posts in total – Fireman (24), Leading Fireman (14), Tradesman Mate Labour (8), Civilian Motor Driver (6), Fire Engine Driver (3), CCI (3), Cleaner (2), Cook (1) and MTS Chowkidar (1).
Q3. What is the last date to apply?
✅ Within 21 days of the Employment News publication date of 15 August 2026 – treat 4 September 2026 as the working deadline. The application must physically reach the address at Agram Post, Bangalore by then. Allow adequate postal transit time and apply early.
Q4. Is there an online application mode?
✅ No. Applications are accepted offline by post only. Fill the proforma from the notification and send it by post to the Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one post?
✅ No. You can apply for only one trade. Applications from candidates found to have applied for more than one trade will be rejected outright.
Q6. What are the physical standards for Fireman, Fire Engine Driver and Leading Fireman?
✅ Height minimum 165 cm (2.5 cm concession for ST), chest 81.5 cm unexpanded and 85 cm expanded, weight minimum 50 kg. The endurance test requires a fireman lift of 65.5 kg for 183 metres in 96 seconds, clearing a 2.7-metre ditch, and climbing a 3-metre vertical rope. Candidates who do not meet these standards are not admitted to the written test.
Q7. What is the selection process?
✅ Stage 1 is a qualifying Skill/Physical/Practical Test followed by Stage 2, the Written Test of 150 marks in 2 hours – Parts covering General Intelligence, General Awareness, General English and Numerical Aptitude. Final merit is based only on written test marks. Negative marking of 0.25 applies.
Q8. What is the age limit?
✅ 18 to 25 years for all posts except Civilian Motor Driver (18 to 27 years), reckoned as on the last date of receipt of applications. Standard relaxation applies for SC/ST, OBC-NCL, PwD, Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates.
Q9. What is the envelope colour-coding rule?
✅ Write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ____” on the outer envelope and your Matriculation percentage in a specific ink colour – Red for 50% and below, Blue for 51% to 60%, and Black for 61% and above. This is mandatory as per the notification.
Q10. Where will selected candidates be posted?
✅ Posting is across multiple stations India-wide including Bangalore, Pathankot, Jodhpur, Jaisalmer, Udhampur, Missamari, Ferozpur and more, at the Commandant’s discretion. All selected candidates are liable for All India service and may be sent to hard areas, high altitude areas, remote localities or field areas.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the Employment Notice published in Employment News dated 15-21 August 2026 by the Government of India, Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore for 62 civilian posts. The last date is 21 days from the publication date; candidates should treat 4 September 2026 as the working deadline and allow adequate postal transit time. All 62 posts are for male candidates only. Applications are offline only. Vacancy numbers are provisional and subject to change. The recruitment process can be suspended or cancelled at any stage for administrative reasons. Selection is purely on merit. JobShouter.com is not associated with the Ministry of Defence or ASC Centre (South) in any manner.
