Indian Air Force Group C Recruitment 2026; The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released Advertisement No. 01/2026, inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens for direct recruitment to various Group ‘C’ Civilian posts at Air Force Stations and Units across the country. Vacancies are spread across multiple commands. Applications are to be submitted offline in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) to the concerned Air Force Station of choice.
Indian Air Force Group C Notification 2026 Out
The detailed Indian Air Force Group C Notification PDF has been released at the official website www.indianairforce.nic.in. Candidates who are interested in applying for LDC, Hindi Typist & CMTD posts can download the detailed notification to know all the details like educational qualifications, vacancies, age criteria, selection process, etc.
Indian Air Force Group C Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Group | Group ‘C’ Civilian |
| Posts | Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
| Total Vacancies | Multiple posts across all Commands |
| Application Mode | Offline (by post/in person) |
| Last Date to Apply | 30 days from date of publication in Employment News |
| Age Limit | 18–25 years |
| Pay Scale | Level-2, as per Pay Matrix 7th CPC |
| Official Website | www.indianairforce.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Employment News 2–8 May 2026 |
| Apply Start | 2 May 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 1 June 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fees |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Fee |
Age Limit
Age Limit: Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years as per the last date of application (01.06.2026). Use the Age Calculator to check your eligibility. Age relaxation is applicable as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 33 | 12th Pass + Typing 35 wpm English/ 30 wpm Hindi |
| Hindi Typist | 11 | 12th Pass + Typing 35 wpm English/ 30 wpm Hindi |
| Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 3 | 10th Pass + LMV & HMV Driving License + 2 Year Experience |
According to the notice, vacancies are distributed across multiple Air Force Commands like Western, Central, Eastern, Training Command, South Western, Southern, and Independent Units with category-wise reservation (UR/ OBC/SC/ ST/ EWS/ PwBD/ ESM).
Indian Air Force (IAF) Civilian Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
Selection for the Indian Air Force (IAF) Civilian Recruitment 2026 will be done in the following stages:
- Written Exam
- Skill Test / Typing Test (for LDC & Typist)
- Physical/Practical Test (for Driver)
- Document Verification
How to Apply for IAF Group C Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply to any of the Air Force Stations listed in the advertisement, subject to vacancies and qualifications. The application must be submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
- Download/write out the application form as perAnnexure-I, typed in English/Hindi.
- Affix a recentpassport-size photograph(self-attested) on the application form.
- Enclose allself-attested documentsin support of educational qualification, age, technical qualification, PwBD, experience, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Place the application in aself-addressed envelopewith Rs. 10/- stamps pasted.
- On the envelope, clearly mention:“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ______ AND CATEGORY ______”
- Submit separate applicationsfor each position if you are applying for more than one role.
- Enclosetwo passport-size photographs(same as affixed on the application form).
- Dispatch to the concerned Air Force Station of choice within the stipulated date.
Important Links
| IAF Group C Recruitment 2026 | NOTIFICATION |
| IAF Group C Recruitment 2026 | APPLICATION FORM |
How to Apply for IAF Group C Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply to any of the Air Force Stations listed in the advertisement, subject to vacancies and qualifications. The application must be submitted in the prescribed format (Annexure-I) within 30 days from the date of publication of this advertisement in Employment News / Rozgar Samachar.
