Overview
The Indian Air Force has released recruitment notification No. 01/2026 for the direct recruitment of Group ‘C’ Civilian posts, including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver.
These vacancies are distributed across various Air Force Stations and Commands throughout India. Interested eligible Indian citizens must submit their applications offline by approximately 01 June 2026.
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 57 (Total based on Command summary)
Post Name: Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver
Organization: Indian Air Force
Job Location: Various Air Force Stations/Units across India
| Command / Unit | Total Vacancies |
| HQ Maintenance Command, IAF | 14 |
| HQ Training Command, IAF | 05 |
| HQ Central Air Command, IAF | 03 |
| HQ Western Air Command, IAF | 06 |
| HQ Eastern Air Command, IAF | 06 |
| HQ South Western Air Command, IAF | 05 |
| HQ Southern Air Command, IAF | 01 |
| Independent Units, IAF | 07 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
Requirements vary by post (refer to official notification for specific post-wise details).
Candidates must meet the prescribed educational, technical, and experience requirements as per the specific post applied for.
Nationality: Must be an eligible Indian Citizen.
Language: Application forms must be typed in English or Hindi.
Age Limit:
Important Dates
Notification Release: Published in Employment News (2–8 May 2026)
Application Start Date: May 2026
Last Date to Apply: 01 June 2026 (Within 30 days from publication)
Exam Date: To be announced
Application Fee
General/OBC: ₹ NIL (No application fee mentioned)
SC/ST/PwBD/Women: ₹ NIL (No application fee mentioned)
Payment Mode: Offline application; candidates must attach a self-addressed envelope with stamps of Rs. 10/- pasted along with the application.
Salary / Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: As per Group ‘C’ Civilian pay scales (Refer to official notification for specific post-wise scales).
Selection Process
Step 1: Scrutiny of Applications: Verification of age limit, minimum qualification, and submitted documents/certificates.
Step 2: Written Test: Based on the minimum educational qualification of the candidate.
Step 3: Skill/Practical/Physical Test: Shortlisted candidates will undergo skill, practical, or physical tests where applicable.
How to Apply
The application process is strictly offline. Follow these steps:
Download and fill the Application Form as per the prescribed Proforma (Annexure-I) provided in the official advertisement.
Ensure the application form is filled or typed in either English or Hindi.
Affix a recent passport-size self-attested photograph on the form and attach two additional identical passport-size photographs.
Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (Educational qualification, Age proof, Technical qualification, etc.).
Include a self-addressed envelope with Rs. 10/- worth of stamps pasted on it.
Send the completed application to the concerned Air Force Station of your choice (subject to vacancy) via post.
Submit before 01 June 2026.
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