For those who want to work in the military sector, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has opened applications for a few Group C Civilian positions under advertisement 01/2024. Interested parties can apply until September 1, 2024, with the official announcement expected on August 3, 2024.
The primary goal of this hiring campaign is to fill 182 posts for Hindi Typists, Drivers, and Lower Division Clerks (LDC). The application process is offline; candidates must print the form, fill it out, and mail it with further instructions to the relevant postal address for the position for which they are seeking. Prospective applicants should carefully write the postal address from the announcement because each command and post has a separate address.
Air Force Group C Recruitment 2024 Overview
The application form will be available on the official website starting August 03, 2024. Those who are interested can activate the PDF file inside the table below by using the direct link or downloading it from the official website. This notice is for applicants seeking employment in various Group C posts within the IAF, including LDC, Hindi Typist, and Driver.
| Department | Indian Air Force |
| Posts Name | Typist, Driver and Lower Division Clerk |
| Vacancy Number | 182 |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Starting Date | 03 August 2024 |
| Official Website | indianairforce.nic.in |
| Last Date | 01 September 2024 |
Educational Requirements for Indian Air Force Group C Recruitment in 2024
The following lists the educational requirements for the different positions in the Indian Air Force Civilian Group C Recruitment 2024.
- Lower Division Clerk: Applicants must have passed the Intermediate test in any stream and be proficient English typers with a minimum speed of 35 words per minute.
- Hindi Typist: Candidates must have completed the Class 12 test and be proficient Hindi typers with a minimum speed of 30 WPM.
- Driver: A valid heavy motor vehicle (HMV) or light motor vehicle (LMV) driving licence and at least two years of driving experience are requirements for candidates.
Indian Air Force Group C Recruitment 2024 Age Limit
As of September 1, 2024, candidates must be at least 18 years old and no older than 25 to be considered for the roles of Hindi Typist, Driver, and Lower Division Clerk. For OBC (NCL) and SC/ST candidates, the upper age relaxation is three and five years, respectively.
Indian Air Force Group C Selection Procedure 2024
Several steps are involved in the Indian Air Force’s selection procedure for Group C positions, and they are as follows.
Written Exam: The date of the written exam, which is required for applicants to apply for positions as an LDC, Hindi Typist, or Driver in the Indian Air Force, has not yet been officially announced by the organisation, but it is widely assumed to take place in September or October of 2024.
Skill, Practical or Physical Test: The skill, practical, or physical test, if relevant, will be given to candidates who pass the written exam and will probably be held six weeks after the written exam results are announced.
How Can I Apply Offline to Join the Indian Air Force in 2024?
- Go to the Official Website: Visit the Indian Air Force’s official website at indianairforce.nic.in.
- Choose the section with the most recent news: Click the areas with the most recent news on the homepage.
- Download the Application Form: Find the recruitment section and download the Group C recruitment application.
- Fill out the Application Form: Complete the required fields with precision. Enclose a current passport-sized photo, and sign the document yourself.
- Attach Necessary Documents: Provide copies of your education records, proof of age, caste certificate (if applicable), and any other pertinent paperwork you have self-attested.
- Send the Application: Put the documents and application form inside an envelope. On the envelope, write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ______ AND CATEGORY _____.”
- Postal Submission: Use regular mail to send the envelope to the relevant Air Force Station and your application.
FAQ’s
Q1. What is the Air Force’s retirement age?
Officers in the Navy are limited to 56 years of age, and Air Force personnel are limited to 60 years. Many people objected to the government’s proposal in 2021 to increase the retirement age for army officers.
Q2. What is the duration of Air Force training?
Those who complete the six months of rigorous military training required for this appointment are commissioned as flying officers.
Q3. How many times does the Air Force attempt?
There are no limits on how many times you can take the Air Force Group C Exam. Applicants may retake the exam as many times as they choose as long as they match the age restrictions, which, for the general category, are 18 to 25 years old. Candidates may be eligible for age relaxations provided they fit into specific categories.