Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 – 2615 Posts, Apply Online

The Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released a short notice for the AOC Group C Recruitment 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 2615 Civilian Group C positions, including Tradesman Mate, Fireman, Junior Office Assistant (JOA), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and Material Assistant. Eligible candidates are invited to apply online for these posts through the official AOC careers portal.

AOC Group C Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 2615 vacancies have been announced for various Group C posts in the Army Ordnance Corps. The distribution of vacancies across different positions is as follows:

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Tradesman Mate	1799
Fireman	508
Junior Office Assistant (JOA)	104
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	142
Material Assistant	50
Total	2615

Eligibility Criteria for AOC Group C Posts

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications to be considered for the AOC Group C Recruitment 2026. The requirements vary by post, as detailed below:

Post Name	Educational Qualification	Experience / Other
Tradesman Mate	Matriculation / 10th Pass from a recognized Board
Fireman	Matriculation / 10th Pass from a recognized Board
Junior Office Assistant (JOA)	12th Pass from a recognized Board or University	English Typing 35 words per minute
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	Matriculation / 10th Pass from a recognized Board
Material Assistant	Bachelor's Degree in any stream from a recognized University

AOC Group C Salary Structure 2026

Selected candidates for the Army Ordnance Corps Group C positions will receive a salary according to the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix. The pay levels and corresponding salary ranges for each post are:

Post Name	Pay Level	Gross Salary
Tradesman Mate	Level-1	₹18,000 – ₹56,900
Fireman	Level-2	₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Junior Office Assistant (JOA)	Level-2	₹19,900 – ₹63,200
Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)	Level-1	₹18,000 – ₹56,900
Material Assistant	Level-5	₹29,200 – ₹92,300

Important Dates for AOC Group C Application

The application window for the AOC Group C Vacancy 2026 opens in late August and closes in September. Key dates for this recruitment are:

Event	Date
Notification Publication (Employment News)	15 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date	24 Aug 2026
Last Date to Apply	22 Sep 2026
Written Examination	November 2026 (Tentative)

AOC Group C Selection Process Overview

The selection process for the Army Ordnance Corps Group C posts involves several stages to assess candidates' suitability. These stages include:

1. Written Examination
2. Physical Efficiency Test — applicable for certain posts
3. Typing Test — specifically for Junior Office Assistant (JOA) candidates
4. Document Verification
5. Medical Examination

AOC Group C Written Exam Pattern

The written examination for AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 will consist of 100 questions, each carrying one mark. The exam structure is as follows:

Subject	No. of Questions	Maximum Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25
General Awareness	25	25
Numerical Aptitude	25	25
English Language	25	25
Total	100	100

How to Apply for AOC Group C Recruitment 2026

Candidates interested in applying for the Army Ordnance Corps Group C Vacancy 2026 can follow these steps to submit their online application:

1. Visit the official Army Ordnance Corps recruitment website at aocrecruitment.gov.in.
2. Locate and carefully read the detailed AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 notification.
3. Click on the "Apply Online" link (once activated) and proceed to fill out the application form with all necessary personal and educational details.
4. Upload scanned copies of required documents, including your photograph and signature, as per the specified guidelines.
5. Review all entered information thoroughly before submitting the application form.
6. After successful submission, download and print a copy of your completed application for future reference.