Short Information: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has published a notification for post of the Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver – Ordinary Grade (CMTD) Vacancy. Details & completed all eligibility criteria can read the notification & Apply Online through Official Website
Imprtant Date – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Event
Date
Advertisement Publication Date (Employment News)
02-05-2026
Last Date for Receipt of Application
30 days from the date of publication (i.e., on or before 01-06-2026 approximately)
Command wise Vacancy Details – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Comand/ 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 – Indian Army Recruitment 2026
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Pay Matrix: Level-2 as per Pay Matrix 7th CPC
Education: 12th Class pass from a recognised Board. A typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (35 wpm and 30 wpm correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 5 key depressions for each word). Time allowed: 10 minutes.
Hindi Typist
Pay Matrix: Level-2 as per Pay Matrix 7th CPC
Education: 12th Class pass from a recognised Board. A typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (35 wpm and 30 wpm correspond to 10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH on an average of 5 key depressions for each word). Time allowed: 10 minutes.
Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver – Ordinary Grade (CMTD)
Pay Matrix: Level-2 as per Pay Matrix 7th CPC
Education: Matriculation pass or equivalent qualification from a recognised board or university. Must hold a valid Civil Driving Licence for light and heavy vehicles. Must possess professional skill in driving and knowledge of motor mechanism. Minimum two years’ experience in driving motor vehicles.
Age Limite – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Minimum Age: Years
18 Years
Maximum Age
25 Years
OBC
3 years relaxation (up to 28 years)
SC/ ST
5 years relaxation (up to 30 years)
PwBD
10 years relaxation. Additional 5 years for PwBD belonging to SC/ST; additional 3 years for PwBD belonging to OBC
Ex-Serviceman
Full period of continuous service in Armed Forces (minimum 6 months) deducted from actual age; resultant age not to exceed prescribed maximum age by more than 3 years
Departmental Employees (UR)
Up to 40 years
Departmental Employees (SC/ ST)
Up to 45 years
Application Fees – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
All Categories
NIL (No application fee mentioned in the official notification). However, candidates must attach a self-addressed envelope with stamps of Rs.10/- pasted along with the application.
Selection Process – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Candidate who interested in this post of Vacancies must be following steps hase given below.
Scrutiny of Applications
Written Test
Skill/ Physical/ Prectical
Scrutiny of Applications
Pre-scrutiny in terms of age limit, minimum qualification, documents and certificates by the respective unit before calling candidates for the written test
Written Test
100% weightage; Question cum answer paper will be in English and Hindi; there will be simultaneous conduct of test for all categories
Skill/ Phisical/ Practical
Qualifying in nature; required candidates shortlisted based on merit/category in written test will be called for this test
Written Test Syllabus
Post Name
Syllabus
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) / Hindi Typist
General Intelligence, English Language, Numerical Aptitude & General Awareness
Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (CMTD)
General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness and Trade/Post related questions
How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can Apply offline read carefully all applying stapes has given below. The application as per Annexure-I, duly supported with required documents, must reach the concerned Air Force Station as per choice within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar. The step-by-step process to apply offline is given below.
Download and fill the Application Form as per the prescribed Proforma (Annexure-I) given in the advertisement. The application form must be filled/ typed in English or Hindi.
Affix a recent passport-size self-attested photograph on the application form. Also attach two passport-size photographs (same as affixed on the form).
Attach self-attested copies of all documents in support of educational qualification, age, technical qualification, Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) certificate (if applicable), experience certificate, and Caste Certificate issued by the competent civil authorities in case of SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS candidates.
In case of appointment of OBC candidates against reserved quota, their caste should be listed under Central List of OBCs. OBC candidates seeking reservation must submit a certificate to the effect that he/she does not belong to the creamy layer.
In case of ex-serviceman, a self-attested photocopy of the discharge book must be submitted along with the application.
EWS candidates must ensure that the Income & Asset Certificate is valid for Financial Year 2026-2027 (issued on the basis of income for Financial Year 2025-2026).
Attach a self-addressed envelope with stamps of Rs. 10/- pasted. Address should be typed in English/Hindi.
Mention clearly on the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ________ AND CATEGORY ________”
Send the complete application by post to the concerned Air Force Station/Unit’s postal address within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement.
Candidates intending to apply for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.
