- Recruitment drive for 62 civilian posts across nine trades under the Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore.
- Posts include Fireman, Leading Fireman, Fire Engine Driver, Civilian Motor Driver, Cook, Cleaner, Tradesman Mate, MTS (Chowkidar), and Civilian Catering Instructor.
- Offline application mode only; no online application portal available.
- Applications accepted from 15 August 2026 to 04 September 2026 (21 days from publication in Employment News).
- Selection based on Skill/Physical/Practical Test followed by a Written Test.
- Posts are open to male candidates only, with specific eligibility criteria for each trade.
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🎓 10th Pass (Matric)
Various Civilian Posts in ASC Centre (South) Bangalore Recruitment 2026
Government of India, Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore
Total Vacancies
62
Job Location
Multiple stations across India (Bangalore, Pune, Punjab, Rajasthan, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Sikkim, North East)
Apply Start
15 Aug 2026
Apply Deadline
04 Sep 2026
🚫 Applications Closed
📄 View PDF Notification
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Government of India, Ministry of Defence, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore (ASC Centre (South)) |
| Job Category | Defense |
| Eligibility Qualification | 10th Pass (Matric) (10th-pass) |
| Number of Vacancies | 62 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | ₹18,000 - ₹21,700 Per Month |
| Age Limits | 18 to 27 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | male |
| Experience Required | - Civilian Motor Driver: 2 years of driving experience required. - Fire Engine Driver: 3 years of experience driving heavy vehicles required. - Civilian Catering Instructor/Cook: 1 year of trade experience is desirable. |
| Application Fee | - No application fee mentioned in the official notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Minimum educational qualification: Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent for all posts.
- Additional requirements vary by post:
- Civilian Catering Instructor: Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognized institution; 1 year of experience as an instructor is desirable.
- Cook: Knowledge of Indian cooking and proficiency in the trade; 1 year of trade experience is desirable.
- Civilian Motor Driver: Valid driving license for heavy and light motor vehicles; 2 years of driving experience required.
- Fire Engine Driver: 3 years of experience driving heavy vehicles; valid driving license; preferably certified after attending a fireman course.
- Fireman/Leading Fireman: Familiarity with fire-fighting equipment, hose fittings, and first-aid appliances; ability to perform assigned duties.
- Tradesman Mate (Labour): Proficiency in trade work.
- MTS (Chowkidar)/Cleaner: Proficiency in trade work.
- Additional requirements vary by post:
- Civilian Catering Instructor: Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognized institution; 1 year of experience as an instructor is desirable.
- Cook: Knowledge of Indian cooking and proficiency in the trade; 1 year of trade experience is desirable.
- Civilian Motor Driver: Valid driving license for heavy and light motor vehicles; 2 years of driving experience required.
- Fire Engine Driver: 3 years of experience driving heavy vehicles; valid driving license; preferably certified after attending a fireman course.
- Fireman/Leading Fireman: Familiarity with fire-fighting equipment, hose fittings, and first-aid appliances; ability to perform assigned duties.
- Tradesman Mate (Labour): Proficiency in trade work.
- MTS (Chowkidar)/Cleaner: Proficiency in trade work.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Stage 1: Skill/Physical/Practical Test (qualifying in nature) for posts requiring trade-specific or physical fitness tests.
- Stage 2: Written Test (objective-type) for candidates who qualify the first stage.
- Written Test consists of four papers: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions), General Awareness (50 questions), General English (50 questions), and Numerical Aptitude (25 questions).
- Total duration: 2 hours; negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Question papers are bilingual (English & Hindi), except General English (English only).
- Final selection based on marks obtained in the written test.
- Stage 2: Written Test (objective-type) for candidates who qualify the first stage.
- Written Test consists of four papers: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 questions), General Awareness (50 questions), General English (50 questions), and Numerical Aptitude (25 questions).
- Total duration: 2 hours; negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- Question papers are bilingual (English & Hindi), except General English (English only).
- Final selection based on marks obtained in the written test.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All (with horizontal reservation for PWD, ESM, and MSP as per government rules)
📂 Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card (must be prepared below 10 years of age is not accepted).
- Domicile certificate.
- Matriculation Pass Certificate and Mark sheet of Class X.
- Experience Certificate (where applicable to the post).
- Proof of caste/category (SC/ST/OBC/PH/ESM/EWS) from competent authorities.
- Admit Card (in duplicate, as per the format given in the notification).
- Two additional self-attested passport-size photographs (mobile printouts/selfies are not accepted).
- Domicile certificate.
- Matriculation Pass Certificate and Mark sheet of Class X.
- Experience Certificate (where applicable to the post).
- Proof of caste/category (SC/ST/OBC/PH/ESM/EWS) from competent authorities.
- Admit Card (in duplicate, as per the format given in the notification).
- Two additional self-attested passport-size photographs (mobile printouts/selfies are not accepted).
💳 Application Fee Details
- No application fee mentioned in the official notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
What is ASC Centre (South) Bangalore Recruitment 2026?
It is an Employment Notice issued by ASC Centre (South), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, inviting applications for 62 civilian 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.
Q.
How many vacancies are available in ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026?
A total of 62 vacancies are available across all nine posts, though this number is tentative and subject to change as per the official notification.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar. The exact calendar date is not specified in the notification.
Q.
What is the educational qualification required for ASC Centre (South) posts?
Matriculation or equivalent is the minimum qualification for all posts, with additional trade-specific requirements (such as a diploma in catering, a valid driving licence, or trade proficiency) depending on the post applied for.
Q.
What is the selection process for ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must first qualify a Skill/Physical/Practical test (as applicable to the post), after which they become eligible to appear for a written test. Final selection is made purely on the basis of marks obtained in the written test.