In a quest to fill nearly 625 vacancies in group C, the Indian Army has just come out with its Group C Recruitment for the year 2024. This particular recruitment is yet another great opportunity for candidates interested in serving the nation using the civilian working force of the Army.
Indian Army Group C Recruitment 2024 Vacancy Detail
This recruitment of posts has been covered with Group C posts, including pharmacist, electrician, telecom mechanic, Tradesman, Lower Division Clerk, Fireman, Fitter etc. All such jobs have different designations spread all over different Army Base Workshops and Static Workshops of India. Around 625 vacancies are to be filled and thus offer a very good opportunity to the eligible candidates.
To analyse detail vacancy download the official notification here official PDF.
Indian Army Recruitment 2024 important dates
The online application has not yet started. Hence, the candidates are requested to check the official website of the Indian Army recruitment for frequent updates regarding the importance dates.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | January 2025 (tentatively) |
| Start Date for Application | From the date of employment notice released |
| Last Date for Application | 21 days from the release of employment notice |
| Mode of application | Offline (by post) |
| Application fee | Nill |
Indian Army Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Group C posts, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Educational qualification
Different for different posts. Like, for the post of a pharmacist, a relevant diploma or degree is required, whereas an electrician or telecom mechanic would require technical qualifications or ITI certifications. Specific educational qualifications are clearly mentioned in the official notification.
Age limit
- Candidates should be between 18 and 25 years old.
- The age limit for Fire Engine Driver is from 18 years to 30 years.
- There is age relaxation for each reserved category as per government rules.
Indian Army Group C Recruitment 2024 salary details
The Indian Army Group C Recruitment 2024 has various posts with different pay scales according to the 7th Pay Commission’s pay matrix. Below is a breakdown of the salary details for some of the positions:
- Tradesman Mate: Pay Level 1, between ₹18,000 and ₹56,900 per month.
- Fireman: Pay Level 2, between ₹19,900 and ₹63,200.
- Electrician (Highly Skilled-II): Pay Level 6, with a salary ranging between ₹35,400 and ₹1,12,400 per month.
- Pharmacist: Pay Level 6, with a monthly salary between ₹35,400 and ₹1,12,400.
- LDC: Pay Level 2, with a monthly salary ranging between ₹19,900 and ₹63,200.
- Cook: Pay Level 2, with a monthly salary between ₹19,900 and ₹63,200
- Storekeeper: Pay Level 2, ranging between ₹19,900 to ₹63,200 per month.
- Stenographer Grade-II: Pay Level 4: ₹25,500- ₹81,100 a month.
Pay levels here correspond to the basic pay for each of the posts. In addition to the basic pay, different allowances that an employee will get as DA, HRA, transport allowance, etc. are part of his pay package according to government norms. It can highly boost the overall salary.
Indian Army Recruitment 2024 selection process
The selection process usually follows these steps:
- 1. Written Examination: To assess general intelligence, reasoning, numerical aptitude, and general awareness.
- 2. Skill/Trade Test: Assessing specific skills relevant to the applied post.
- 3. Physical Test: For a few posts, it will check the physical fitness.
- 4. Document Verification: Educational qualification, age, category, and all other relevant documents.
Indian Army Recruitment Exam Pattern
The written examination will consist of objective-type questions for the following:
- General Intelligence & Reasoning
- Numerical Aptitude
- General English
- General Awareness
The pattern of written exam is given below:
• Question paper for the Posts of Storekeeper, Lower Division Clerk, Stenographer Grade II will be as under:
| Subject | No. of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 50 | 50 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
• Question paper for the Posts of Cook,Barber, Washerman, Multitasking Staff& Tradesman Mate will be as under:
| Subject | No. of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 50 | 50 |
| General Awareness | 50 | 50 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
• The question paper for the remaining Posts is given below:
| Subject | No. of questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| General English | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Trade Specific | 50 | 50 |
| Total | 150 | 150 |
How to Apply for the Indian army recruitment 2024
After opening the application process, candidates can apply online as follows:
- 1. Official Website: Visit the official website of Indian Army recruitment portal.
- 2. Registration: registration by a valid e-mail ID and mobile number.
- 3. Fill Application Form: Pledge to provide personal information, educational qualifications, etc., and fill in details correctly.
- 4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned photocopies of photographs and sign as required.
- 5. Submit Application: Check all entered information once and submit.
- 6. Application Fee: Pays the fees, in case required, by paying through online payment gateways.
Indian Army Recruitment FAQs
Ans: The date is not yet declared. Candidates can check the official website for regular updates.
Ans: There are approximately 625 vacancies available for various Group C posts.
Ans: The details regarding the application fee will be declared in the official notification.
Ans: Each candidate can apply for one post only. Candidates should go through the official notification if there are multiple positions for them to apply for.