Apply for 62 Civilian Vacancies at ASC Centre Bangalore

The Army Service Corps (ASC) Centre (South), Bangalore, under the Ministry of Defence, has released a recruitment notification for 62 civilian vacancies for posts including Fireman, Leading Fireman, Civilian Motor Driver, Tradesman Mate, Fire Engine Driver, Cook, Cleaner, MTS (Chowkidar), and Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI).

Official Recruitment Notification

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Eligible candidates can apply through offline mode by post. The recruitment notice is published in the Employment News 15–21 August 2026 issue. The notification states that applications must be submitted within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.

Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the applicable eligibility, trade-specific requirements, physical/skill standards and application procedure before sending their application.

ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore
Recruitment Type	Civilian Direct Recruitment
Posts	CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver, Cleaner, Tradesman Mate, Fire Engine Driver, Fireman, Leading Fireman
Total Vacancies	62
Advertisement	Employment News, 15–21 August 2026
Minimum Qualification	Matriculation or equivalent, depending on post
Age Limit	18–25 years; 18–27 years for Civilian Motor Driver
Application Mode	Offline
Application Fee	Not specified in the provided notification details
Selection Process	Skill/Physical/Practical Test, as applicable, followed by Written Test
Job Location	Various stations across India
Application Address	The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, Civ CR, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007

ASC Centre (South) Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 62 vacancies have been notified across nine civilian posts.

S. No.	Post Name	Pay Level	Starting Pay	Vacancies
1	Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) – Male only	Level 2	₹19,900 + DA & allowances	3
2	Cook – Male only	Level 2	₹19,900 + DA & allowances	1
3	MTS (Chowkidar) – Male only	Level 1	₹18,000 + DA & allowances	1
4	Civilian Motor Driver (OG/CMD) – Male only	Level 2	₹19,900 + DA & allowances	6
5	Cleaner – Male only	Level 1	₹18,000 + DA & allowances	2
6	Tradesman Mate (Labour) – Male only	Level 1	₹18,000 + DA & allowances	8
7	Fire Engine Driver (FED) – Male only	Level 3	₹21,700 + DA & allowances	3
8	Fireman – Male only	Level 2	₹19,900 + DA & allowances	24
9	Leading Fireman – Male only	Level 3	₹21,700 + DA & allowances	14
Total				62

Note: The supplied notification information states that the advertised posts are open to male candidates only.

ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The minimum qualification varies according to the post. The notification broadly specifies Matriculation or equivalent for the recruitment, with additional post-specific requirements where applicable.

Candidates should verify the exact qualification and trade/experience requirements for the particular post they intend to apply for from the official notification.

Educational Qualification

Minimum qualification: Matriculation (10th) or equivalent for applicable posts.
Additional qualifications, driving requirements, experience or physical/skill requirements may apply to specific posts such as Civilian Motor Driver, Fire Engine Driver, Fireman and CCI.
Candidates should satisfy all requirements applicable to their selected post.

ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Post	Age Limit
Most Posts	18 to 25 years
Civilian Motor Driver	18 to 27 years

The crucial date for calculating age is the last date fixed for receipt of applications.

Applicable age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved categories as per Government of India rules and the recruitment notification.

ASC Centre (South) Salary 2026

Selected candidates will receive pay according to the applicable 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level.

Post	Pay Level	Starting Basic Pay
Civilian Catering Instructor	Level 2	₹19,900
Cook	Level 2	₹19,900
MTS (Chowkidar)	Level 1	₹18,000
Civilian Motor Driver	Level 2	₹19,900
Cleaner	Level 1	₹18,000
Tradesman Mate	Level 1	₹18,000
Fire Engine Driver	Level 3	₹21,700
Fireman	Level 2	₹19,900
Leading Fireman	Level 3	₹21,700

In addition to basic pay, eligible employees will receive DA and other admissible allowances according to applicable Government rules.

ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The notification uses the publication date in Employment News to determine the closing date rather than specifying a separate calendar date.

Event	Date / Details
Notification Publication	Employment News, 15–21 August 2026
Application Start	After publication of advertisement
Last Date to Apply	21 days from publication of advertisement
Age Calculation	Last date fixed for receipt of application
Written/Skill/Physical Test	To be notified later to eligible candidates

Important Note on Last Date

The supplied notification does not specify an exact calendar closing date. It states that the application closing date is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.

Candidates should therefore check the official notification and ensure that their application reaches the prescribed address within the specified period.

ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection process may include different stages depending on the post.

Skill Test / Physical Test / Practical Test, wherever applicable
Written Examination
Document Verification
Other prescribed recruitment formalities, as applicable

Candidates who satisfy the prescribed eligibility conditions will be considered for the applicable tests.

Category-Wise Vacancy Details

The recruitment provides category-wise reservations across the advertised posts.

Post	UR	SC	ST	OBC	EWS	Total
CCI	–	1 (ESM)	–	–	2	3
Cook	–	–	1 (ESM)	–	–	1
MTS (Chowkidar)	–	–	1 (ESM)	–	–	1
Civilian Motor Driver	1 (ESM)	–	4 (ESM)	–	1 (ESM)	6
Cleaner	–	–	2 (ESM)	–	–	2
Tradesman Mate	–	–	6 (ESM)	–	2 (ESM)	8
Fire Engine Driver	–	–	1	1	1	3
Fireman	16	1	3	2	2	24
Leading Fireman	1	–	1	11	1	14
Total	18	3	19	14	8	62

Horizontal reservation provisions mentioned in the supplied notification include 4% for Persons with Disability (PwD), 10% for Ex-Servicemen (ESM), and 5% for Meritorious Sports Persons (MSP), subject to the applicable provisions.

Station-Wise Vacancy Details

The notification provides tentative station-wise allocation of vacancies. Candidates may indicate preferences as prescribed, while the final place of posting will be decided by the competent authority.

Post	Station	Vacancies
CCI	Bangalore	3
Cook	Pune	1
MTS (Chowkidar)	Mahajan (MFFR)	1
Cleaner	Kalka	2
Tradesman Mate	Sikher (Masimpur)	2
Tradesman Mate	Narangi	1
Tradesman Mate	Gangtok	1
Tradesman Mate	Lebong	1
Tradesman Mate	Pattan	1
Tradesman Mate	Pathankot	1
Tradesman Mate	Mahajan (MFFR)	1
Civilian Motor Driver	Siliguri	1
Civilian Motor Driver	Bengdubi	1
Civilian Motor Driver	Hasimara	1
Civilian Motor Driver	Pathankot	3
Fire Engine Driver	BD Bari	1
Fire Engine Driver	Udhampur	1
Fire Engine Driver	Jaisalmer	1
Fireman	Delhi	2
Fireman	Agra	1
Fireman	BD Bari	3
Fireman	Bengdubi	2
Fireman	Jhansi	3
Fireman	Narangi	1
Fireman	Rajouri	2
Fireman	Jodhpur	5
Fireman	Udhampur	1
Fireman	Pathankot	1
Fireman	Jaisalmer	2
Fireman	Srinagar	1
Leading Fireman	Kandrori	1
Leading Fireman	Missamari	3
Leading Fireman	Bareilly	1
Leading Fireman	Ferozpur	3
Leading Fireman	Jalandhar	1
Leading Fireman	Rajouri	1
Leading Fireman	Pathankot	1
Leading Fireman	Suratgarh	1
Leading Fireman	Bhatinda	1

Application Fee

The supplied recruitment details do not specify an application fee.

Candidates should refer to the official notification for the latest instructions before submitting the application.

How to Apply for ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates should apply through offline mode by post.

Step-by-Step Process

Read the ASC Centre (South) recruitment notification carefully.
Check the eligibility requirements for the desired post.
Download/use the prescribed application format.
Fill in all required details correctly.
Attach the required documents and certificates.
Attach photographs and other documents as prescribed.
Check the application carefully before dispatch.
Send the completed application by post to:

The Presiding Officer
Civilian Direct Recruitment Board
Civ CR, ASC Centre (South)
Agram Post
Bangalore – 560007

Ensure that the application reaches the prescribed address within the specified 21-day application period.

Important: Candidates should apply for only one trade/post, as stated in the recruitment information.

Documents to Keep Ready

Candidates should keep the required documents ready as specified in the notification, such as:

Educational qualification certificates
Date of birth proof
Caste/category certificate, where applicable
Experience certificate, if required
Valid driving licence for applicable driver posts
Discharge/service documents for eligible Ex-Servicemen
PwD certificate, where applicable
Passport-size photographs
Identity proof
Other documents specified in the official notification

Important Links

Particular	Link
Official Indian Army Website	https://indianarmy.nic.in/
Official Recruitment Notification	Click here
Application Mode	Offline by Post

About ASC Centre (South)

The Army Service Corps (ASC) Centre (South) is a Ministry of Defence establishment associated with the Army Service Corps. The present recruitment is for civilian positions required for various functions and establishments under ASC Centre (South).

FAQs – ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026

How many vacancies are available in ASC Centre (South) Recruitment 2026?

A total of 62 civilian vacancies have been notified.

Which posts are available?

The vacancies include Fireman, Leading Fireman, Civilian Motor Driver, Tradesman Mate, Fire Engine Driver, Cook, Cleaner, MTS (Chowkidar), and Civilian Catering Instructor.

What is the minimum age for ASC Centre Recruitment 2026?

The minimum age is 18 years.

What is the maximum age limit?

The maximum age is 25 years for most posts and 27 years for Civilian Motor Driver.

What is the application mode?

Applications must be submitted offline by post.

Is there an online application portal?

No online application portal is mentioned in the supplied recruitment information.

What is the salary for Fireman?

The Fireman post carries Level 2 pay with starting basic pay of ₹19,900, plus applicable DA and other allowances.

What is the selection process?

Depending on the post, candidates may have to appear for a skill, physical or practical test followed by a written test.

Is the recruitment open to female candidates?

The supplied notification states that the advertised posts are for male candidates only.

Disclaimer

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