Indian Air Force has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Group ‘C’ civilian posts. There are 47 vacancies open for Lower Division Clerk, Hindi Typist and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver posts.
Required qualification, experience, age limit and other post details are given in brief below, check all the details before applying for the mentioned positions. The application process will start from 2nd May 2026 and eligible candidates need to send their application forms to the concerned Air Force Stations or Units.
Overview of Indian Air Force IAF Civilian Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in this article. Read further to know more about the recruitment process, important dates, age limit, qualifications and other details.
| Organisation | Indian Air Force |
| Advt No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Name | LDC, Hindi Typist, Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver |
| No. of Posts | 47 |
| Category | Government Job |
| Type | Group C Civilian Posts |
| Job Location | Various Air Force Stations across India |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Selection Process | Written Test, Skill Test and Document Verification |
Important Dates
Below is the table for the important dates.
| Notification Date | 2nd May 2026 |
| Start Date of Application | 2nd May 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 30 days from 2nd May 2026 (approx 1st June 2026) |
Vacancy Details of Indian Air Force IAF Civilian Recruitment 2026
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 37 |
| Hindi Typist | 10 |
| Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver | 3 |
Eligibility Criteria of Indian Air Force IAF Civilian Vacancies
| Post | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| LDC / Hindi Typist | 12th Class pass from a recognized Board with typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer. | 18 to 25 years |
| Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver | Matriculation pass with valid civil driving license for light and heavy vehicles, knowledge of motor mechanism and minimum 2 years driving experience. | 18 to 25 years |
Age relaxation details:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | 10 years (additional relaxation for reserved categories) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Full service period deduction plus 3 years |
| Departmental Employees (UR) | Up to 40 years |
Selection Process of Indian Air Force IAF Civilian Recruitment 2026
The selection of candidates will be based on the following stages:
- Written Test
- Skill or Practical Test (Typing test for LDC and Typist, Driving test for Driver)
- Document Verification
Written test subjects:
For LDC and Hindi Typist:
- General Intelligence
- English Language
- Numerical Aptitude
- General Awareness
For Driver Post:
- General Intelligence and Reasoning
- Numerical Aptitude
- General English
- General Awareness
- Trade related questions
Salary Details
| Post | Pay Level | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Hindi Typist | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
Indian Air Force Official Notification & Apply Details
Official Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF
Application Process:
- Download the notification from Employment News issue dated 2–8 May 2026.
- Read the eligibility details carefully.
- Fill the application form neatly in English or Hindi.
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents.
- Paste recent passport-size photograph.
- Write on envelope: APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [POST NAME] AND CATEGORY.
- Send the completed form to the concerned Air Force Station within 30 days from 2nd May 2026.