Indian Army Civilian Recruitment 2025: 194 Group ‘C’ Posts Open, Apply Now!

 

Your Guide to the Indian Army Civilian Recruitment 2025

Here’s some exciting news for everyone looking for a stable and respected government job! The Indian Army is inviting applications for 194 Civilian Group ‘C’ posts in 2025. This is a fantastic chance to join the prestigious Indian Army and serve the nation. This recruitment drive offers a variety of roles with a good salary, making it a great career move. Whether you have passed 10th, 12th, or have an ITI certificate, there is likely a position for you. The application process is offline, and you’ll need to send in your form between the 4th and 24th of October 2025. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to build a secure future with the Indian Army.

Key Highlights of the Indian Army Group C Recruitment 2025

• Post Names: Lower Division Clerk, Fireman, Vehicle Mechanic, Fitter, Welder, Tradesman Mate, Washerman, Cook, and more.
• Total Vacancies: 194
• Salary/Pay Scale: Pay ranges from Level 1 to Level 4 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
• Job Location: New Delhi, Jabalpur, Kankinara, Prayagraj, Agra, Meerut, Pune, Bengaluru.
• Application Start Date: 04 October 2025
• Application Last Date: 24 October 2025
• Application Mode: Offline

port to the armed forces. The selection will be based on a written test and, for some posts, a skill or physical test.

Indian Army Civilian Vacancy 2025 Breakdown

Here is the post-wise breakdown of all available vacancies. For a complete category-wise list, please refer to the official notification.

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Tradesman Mate	62
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)	28
Vehicle Mechanic (Armed Fighting Vehicle), HS-II	16
Telecom Mechanic, HS-II	16
Machinist (Skilled)	12
Storekeeper	12
Fireman	7
Electrician, HS-II	5
Fitter (Skilled)	4
Welder (Skilled)	3
Electrician (Power), HS-II	3
Upholster (Skilled)	3
Washerman	2
Cook	1
Tin and Copper Smith (Skilled)	1
Engineer Equipment Mechanic, HS-II	1
Telephone Operator Grade-II	1
Total	194

Age Limit

• The age limit for all posts is 18 to 25 years.
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST: 5 years
  • OBC (Non-creamy layer): 3 years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD): 10 years (13 for OBC, 15 for SC/ST).

Indian Army Civilian Salary and Financial Benefits

Getting a job in this recruitment means you get a good salary and many other benefits. The salary is based on the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). Let’s break it down.

The “Pay Level” decides your basic pay. For example, a Pay Level 2 post has a basic pay range of Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 63,200. On top of this basic pay, you get several allowances which increase your total monthly salary.

• Dearness Allowance (DA): This is given to offset the impact of inflation and is revised twice a year.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): This helps you with rent and varies based on the city you are posted in.
• Transport Allowance (TA): This is for your daily travel expenses between home and office.
• Other Perks: You also get benefits like contributions to the National Pension System (NPS), medical facilities for you and your family, and paid leaves. All these benefits make the job financially secure and attractive.