The Army AOC Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released for 2,615 Group C civilian posts under the Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), Ministry of Defence. The recruitment includes Tradesman Mate, Fireman, Junior Office Assistant (JOA), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and Material Assistant posts.
The online application process was scheduled to start from 24th August 2026, but due to some reasons, it has been delayed and new dates will be out soon. Check out the eligibility criteria, selection process, and other details here.
Army AOC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
Application submission for AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 will commence soon, and the recruitment process includes a written examination, followed by skill/physical tests (where applicable), document verification, and medical examination. Candidates interested in the recruitment should check the post-wise eligibility, age limit, vacancies, selection process, salary, and other details before submitting the application.

AOC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruitment Authority |
Army Ordnance Corps (AOC), Ministry of Defence
|
| Advertisement No. |
AOC/CRC/2026/AUG
|
| Posts |
Tradesman Mate, Fireman, JOA, MTS, Material Assistant
|
| Total Vacancies | 2,615 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | TBA |
| Last Date to Apply |
TBA
|
| Admit Card | October 2026 |
| Written Exam |
November 2026 (Tentative)
|
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website |
aocrecruitment.gov.in
|
Army Ordnance Corps 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Application Begins | TBA |
| Last Date to Apply |
TBA
|
| Admit Card Release | October 2026 |
| Written Examination |
November 2026 (Tentative)
|
Army AOC Vacancy 2026 Details
The Army AOC Recruitment 2026 has announced a total of 2,615 Group C vacancies across various posts. These include 1,799 vacancies for Tradesman Mate, 520 for Fireman, 104 for Junior Office Assistant (JOA), 142 for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), and 50 for Material Assistant. Candidates can check the post-wise vacancy details to understand the number of available positions before applying.
| Post | Vacancies |
| Tradesman Mate | 1,799 |
| Fireman | 520 |
| Junior Office Assistant (JOA) | 104 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 142 |
| Material Assistant | 50 |
| Total | 2,615 |
Group C Category-wise Vacancy 2026
| Post | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
| Tradesman Mate | 728 | 183 | 483 | 270 | 135 | 1,799 |
| Fireman | 210 | 52 | 140 | 78 | 40 | 520 |
| Junior Office Assistant | 42 | 10 | 28 | 16 | 8 | 104 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 58 | 14 | 38 | 21 | 11 | 142 |
| Material Assistant | 20 | 5 | 14 | 8 | 3 | 50 |
| Total | 1,058 | 264 | 703 | 393 | 197 | 2,615 |
Indian Army AOC 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the required educational qualifications for their respective posts by 23 September 2026.
Age Limit:
| Post | Age Limit |
| Tradesman Mate | 18–25 Years |
| Fireman | 18–25 Years |
| Junior Office Assistant (JOA) | 18–27 Years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 18–27 Years |
| Material Assistant | 18–27 Years |
Educational Qualification:
| Post |
Educational Qualification
|
| Tradesman Mate |
Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board
|
| Fireman |
Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board
|
| Junior Office Assistant |
12th Pass with English Typing @ 35 wpm or Hindi Typing @ 30 wpm
|
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) |
Matriculation/10th Pass from a recognized Board
|
| Material Assistant |
Bachelor’s Degree in any stream from a recognized University
|
AOC Recruitment Apply Online 2026
The Army AOC Group C 2026 application process will be live soon. AOC will soon announce the application dates and last date to apply. Candidates are advised to apply early and avoid waiting until the deadline to prevent any last-minute technical difficulties. We will share the direct link here once it gets active.
Steps to Apply Online for Army AOC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow these steps to apply online for this opportunity:
- Visit the official AOC recruitment portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Verify all details before submission.
- Submit the application and save the confirmation page for future reference.
Documents Required for AOC Recruitment 2026
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling out the Army AOC Recruitment 2026 application form:
| Document |
| Aadhaar Card/Valid ID Proof |
| Educational Certificates |
| Matriculation Certificate |
| Recent Photograph |
| Signature |
| Caste Certificate |
| EWS Certificate |
| PwBD Certificate |
| Ex-Serviceman Documents |
| Other Required Certificates |
Army AOC Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (where applicable)
- Typing Test (for JOA only)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
AOC Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The written examination will be objective in nature, with each question carrying 1 mark, and the duration is 120 minutes. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect attempt. The exam pattern for the Army AOC Group C Recruitment 2026 has been provided below:
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | 120 Minutes |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| English Language | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 120 Minutes |
Army AOC Physical Efficiency Test
| Event |
Qualifying Standard
|
| 1.6 km Run |
Within 6 Minutes 30 Seconds
|
| Beam (Pull-ups) |
Minimum 6 Pull-ups
|
| 9 Feet Ditch | Qualifying |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Qualifying |
Army AOC Salary
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
| Tradesman Mate | Level 1 |
₹18,000 – ₹56,900
|
| Fireman | Level 2 |
₹19,900 – ₹63,200
|
| Junior Office Assistant | Level 2 |
₹19,900 – ₹63,200
|
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Level 1 |
₹18,000 – ₹56,900
|
| Material Assistant | Level 5 |
₹29,200 – ₹92,300
|
Army AOC Job Profile
Candidates selected through Army AOC Recruitment will work as civilian employees under the Army Ordnance Corps. Their duties will depend on the post to which they are appointed.
- Tradesman Mate: Handling stores, materials, and other duties assigned by the department.
- Fireman: Fire prevention, firefighting and related emergency duties.
- MTS: Supporting day-to-day office and departmental activities.
- Junior Office Assistant: Clerical and office-related responsibilities.
- Material Assistant: Store and material management-related duties.




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