The Ministry of Defence, Government of India, ASC Centre (South), Bangalore has invited applications for various Group ‘C’ Civilian Posts under Army ASC Centre South Recruitment 2026. Eligible candidates can apply for the available posts through Offline Mode. The application must be submitted in the prescribed format on plain paper along with the required documents. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification and ensure that they fulfill all the required eligibility conditions before submitting the application form.

Candidates are required to follow the prescribed procedure carefully while submitting the application through Offline / Postal Mode. The application should be complete in all respects and sent to the prescribed address within the specified time. Step 1: Download/prepare the prescribed application format given in the official notification.

Step 2: Fill in the application form carefully in English or Hindi using the required details.

Step 3: Candidates should apply for only one post/trade as per the recruitment notice.

Step 4: Attach self-attested photocopies of all the required documents with the application form.

Step 5: Paste one recent passport-size photograph in the prescribed space on the application form.

Step 6: Attach two additional self-attested photographs along with the application form.

Step 7: Attach one self-addressed registered envelope with the required postal stamp as mentioned in the notification.

Step 8: Place the complete application form and documents in an envelope. Write the required post name and percentage information on the top of the envelope as prescribed.

Step 9: Send the complete application form through Post to the prescribed postal address mentioned in the official recruitment notification. The application must reach the concerned authority within the specified deadline.

The notification specifically states that the Skill / Physical / Practical Test followed by the Written Examination will be conducted at ASC Centre (South), Bangalore, Karnataka only. Candidates will have to make their own arrangements for lodging and boarding. No TA/DA will be provided by the department for appearing in the examination or tests.

An application may be rejected if any of the following conditions are found:

• Application is incomplete.
• Application is unsigned.
• Required self-attested documents are missing.
• Application reaches after the last date.
• Two additional photographs are not enclosed.
• Candidate does not meet the required qualification.
• Candidate applies for more than one trade.
• Candidate provides false or incorrect information.

Candidates should not pay money to anyone promising a government job. The official notification clearly warns candidates against unscrupulous persons who may offer appointment in exchange for illegal gratification. Candidates should be aware of such fraudulent activities and should not trust anyone claiming to provide a government job in return for money. Selection will be made strictly on merit through the prescribed Skill / Physical / Practical Tests and Written Examination.

Candidates should carefully read the following important points before submitting the application:

• Correspondence and call-letter information will be communicated through email, so candidates should provide a functional mobile number and email ID.
• Candidates can apply for only one trade.
• There is no interview.
• There is no re-evaluation or re-checking of written examination scores.
• Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India, including hard areas, high-altitude areas and remote locations.
• Candidates should give three preferred stations in the application, but the final posting will be decided by the department.
• Merely possessing the minimum qualification does not guarantee that a candidate will be called for the test. Shortlisting may be done if there are a large number of applications.

This is an offline recruitment, so candidates should carefully prepare the application, self-attest all required documents, attach the required photographs and registered envelope, and send the complete application to the prescribed address within the deadline.

Q1. How many vacancies are available in Army ASC Centre South Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The notification mentions a total of 62 vacancies. However, the post-wise figures printed in the notification appear to add up to 63, so the vacancy details should be treated as per the official notification.

Q2. Is the application process Online or Offline?
Ans: The application must be submitted through Offline / Postal Mode.

Q3. What is the Application Fee?
Ans: The notification does not mention any Application Fee or Examination Fee. Candidates are only required to send a self-addressed registered envelope with appropriate postal stamps along with the application.

Q4. Which posts are included in this recruitment?
Ans: The recruitment includes Civilian Catering Instructor, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver, Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver, Fireman and Leading Fireman.

Q5. What is the minimum educational qualification?
Ans: The minimum qualification for most posts is Matriculation/10th or equivalent. Certain posts also require additional qualifications, skill/proficiency, experience, a catering certificate/diploma or a valid driving licence, as applicable.

Q6. What is the qualification required for Civilian Motor Driver?
Ans: Candidates must have Matriculation/equivalent qualification, a valid Heavy and Light Motor Vehicle Driving Licence, and at least 2 years of experience in driving motor vehicles.

Q7. What is the qualification required for Fire Engine Driver?
Ans: Candidates must have Matriculation/equivalent qualification, proficiency in the relevant trade, at least 3 years of experience in driving heavy vehicles, and a valid Driving Licence.

Q8. What is the Age Limit?
Ans: The age limit is 18–25 years for most posts, while the age limit for Civilian Motor Driver is 18–27 years. Applicable age relaxation will be provided to eligible reserved categories as per Government rules.

Q9. Will there be an Interview?
Ans: No. There will be no Interview. The selection will be based on the applicable Skill/Physical/Practical Test followed by the Written Examination.

Q10. How many questions will be asked in the Written Examination?
Ans: The Written Examination will consist of 150 questions carrying 150 marks, with a duration of 2 hours.

Q11. Is there any Negative Marking in the Written Examination?
Ans: Yes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

Q12. Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Ans: No. A candidate can apply for only one trade/post. Applying for more than one trade may result in rejection of the candidature.

Q13. Where should the application form be sent?
Ans: The application form should be sent to:

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

Q14. Can the Examination Centre be changed?
Ans: No. The notification specifies ASC Centre (South), Bangalore, Karnataka as the test/examination centre, and requests for a change of examination centre will not be entertained.

Q15. Can Female Candidates Apply?
Ans: The notification contains inconsistent wording regarding female candidates. The post-wise vacancy details mention “Only for Male Candidates”, while another provision refers to eligible female candidates. Therefore, female eligibility should not be independently interpreted from the notification; candidates should follow any clarification issued by the recruiting authority.