Army AOC Recruitment 2026: 2,615 Vacancies, Apply Online

The Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), under the Ministry of Defence, has announced 2,615 Group C civilian vacancies for Tradesman Mate, Fireman, JOA, MTS and Material Assistant posts.

Eligible candidates with 10th, 12th or graduation qualifications can apply online. The recruitment drive covers posts with different educational and age requirements.

Army AOC Recruitment 2026 Highlights

The vacancy count of 2,615 is tentative and may be changed by the department.

Army AOC Vacancy 2026

The post-wise vacancy details are given below:

Tradesman Mate has the highest number of vacancies, followed by Fireman.

Army AOC Eligibility Criteria 2026

The educational qualification depends on the post applied for.

• Tradesman Mate: 10th pass from a recognised board.
• Fireman: 10th pass from a recognised board.
• Junior Office Assistant: 12th pass with the required English typing speed.
• MTS: 10th pass.
• Material Assistant: Bachelor’s degree or the qualification specified in the recruitment notification.

Candidates should check the post-wise eligibility before submitting the application.

Army AOC Age Limit 2026

The age requirement varies according to the post. Most posts have an age limit of 18 to 25 years, while certain posts have an upper age limit of 27 years. Age relaxation is applicable to reserved categories as per government rules.

Army AOC Selection Process 2026

Candidates will be selected through a written examination. Depending on the post, candidates may also have to appear for a Physical Efficiency Test, typing test, document verification and medical examination.

For JOA posts, candidates need to meet the prescribed typing requirement. Physical tests are applicable to posts such as Fireman where specified.

How to Apply for Army AOC Recruitment 2026

Candidates can apply online through the official AOC recruitment portal.

1. Visit the official AOC recruitment website.
2. Complete the registration process.
3. Log in using the generated credentials.
4. Select the eligible Group C post.
5. Enter the required details.
6. Upload the required documents.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Submit the application form.
9. Download and save the confirmation page.

Candidates should verify the latest application schedule on the official portal before submitting the form, as different recruitment sources currently report slightly different application dates.

Army AOC Recruitment 2026: Important Points

• Total vacancies: 2,615
• Posts are civilian Group C positions under the Ministry of Defence.
• 10th, 12th, and graduate candidates can apply depending on the post.
• Tradesman Mate has the highest number of vacancies.
• The recruitment is conducted through the Army Ordnance Corps.
• Candidates should check the official notification for post-wise eligibility and other requirements.

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