Overview
Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore (Army Service Corps Centre South) has published an official recruitment notification for the position of Physical/Endurance Requirement for a total of 62 vacancies. The last date to submit applications is 21 August 2026. Job location: All India.
Particulars Details Organisation Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore (Army Service Corps Centre South) Notice Type Employment Notice (Civilian Direct Recruitment) Published In Employment News, 15–21 August 2026 issue Posts Advertised CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Civilian Motor Driver (CMD), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver (FED), Fireman, Leading Fireman Total Vacancies 62 (provisional; can change as per notification) Minimum Qualification Matriculation or equivalent (varies by post; see Eligibility section) Age Limit 18–25 years (18–27 years for Civilian Motor Driver) Application Mode Offline (by post) only – no online application portal mentioned Application Fee Not specified in the official notification Selection Process Skill/Physical/Practical Test (as applicable) followed by Written Test Job Location Multiple stations across India (details in Vacancy section) Address for Application The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, Civ CR, ASC Centre (South), Agram Post, Bangalore – 560007 Important Dates: The notification does not print exact calendar dates for the start and end of the application window. Instead, it defines the closing date as a period counted from the date of publication of the . Event Date/Detail Notification Publication Employment News issue dated 15–21 August 2026 Last Date to Apply (Closing Date) 21 days from the date of publication of the in Employment News/Rozgar Samachar. The exact calendar closing date is not specified in the notification. Crucial Date for Age Limit Last date fixed for receipt of application Written Test / Skill Test / Physical Test Dates Not specified in the official notification – will be intimated to eligible candidates later via Call Letter
Quick Reference
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore (Army Service Corps Centre South) |
| Post Name | Physical/Endurance Requirement |
| Total Vacancies | 62 |
| Application Mode | online_or_offline |
| Application Start Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Salary / Pay Scale | S. No. | Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Pay (Starting) | No. of Posts | 1 | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | 3 | 2 | Cook – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | 1 | 3 | MTS (Chowkidar) – Male only | Level 1 | Rs |
| Selection Process | Skill/Physical/Practical Test (as applicable) followed by Written Test |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://www.indianarmy.nic.in/ |
| Source Name | indianarmy.nic.in |
Vacancy Details
SC: 1 | EWS: 2 | ST: 1 | UR: 1
ASC Centre (South) has advertised 62 posts in total across nine trades. Vacancies are tentative and the Commandant, ASC Centre (South) reserves the right to change the number if necessary. Candidates can apply for only one trade.
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 38 |
| OBC | 28 |
| EWS | 17 |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
Minimum Qualification | Matriculation or equivalent (varies by post; see Eligibility section) | Post | Qualification & Experience Required | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | Matriculation or equivalent; Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognised institution; one year of experience in catering as an instructor is desirable. | Cook | Matriculation or equivalent; knowledge of Indian cooking and proficiency in the trade; one year of trade experience is desirable.
Minimum Qualification | Matriculation or equivalent (varies by post; see Eligibility section) | Post | Qualification & Experience Required | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | Matriculation or equivalent; Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognised institution; one year of experience in catering as an instructor is desirable. | MTS (Chowkidar) | Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade work. | Cleaner | Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade work.
Eligibility requirements vary by post. All posts require Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent as the base qualification, with additional trade-specific requirements as listed below. Post Qualification & Experience Required Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) Matriculation or equivalent; Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognised institution; one year of experience in catering as an instructor is desirable. Cook Matriculation or equivalent; knowledge of Indian cooking and proficiency in the trade; one year of trade experience is desirable. MTS (Chowkidar) Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade work. Civilian Motor Driver (CMD) Matriculation or equivalent; must possess a valid driving licence for both heavy and light motor vehicles; should have at least two years of driving experience. Cleaner Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade work. Tradesman Mate (Labour) Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade. Fire Engine Driver (FED) Matriculation or equivalent; should be proficient in trade work; at least three years’ experience driving heavy vehicles and a valid driving licence; preferably certified after attending a fireman course. Fireman Matriculation or equivalent; must be conversant with the use and maintenance of extinguishers, hose fittings, fire engines, trailers, pumps and foam branches; familiar with first-aid fire fighting appliances and trailer fire pump; must know elementary fire fighting principles an...
Age Limit & Relaxations
Post Age Limit CCI, Cook, MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour), Fire Engine Driver, Fireman, Leading Fireman 18 to 25 years Civilian Motor Driver 18 to 27 years
Age relaxation is provided to candidates belonging to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories in accordance with official government guidelines.
Application Fee
The notice does not mention any application fee or fee payment method for any category of candidates.
Salary & Pay Scale
S. No. | Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Pay (Starting) | No. of Posts | 1 | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | 3 | 2 | Cook – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | 1 | 3 | MTS (Chowkidar) – Male only | Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 + DA and other allowances | 1
Pay is based on the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix Level applicable to each post, along with Dearness Allowance (DA) and other allowances as admissible. Exact allowance percentages and total gross pay are not specified in the official notification. Post Pay Level Starting Basic Pay CCI, Cook, Civilian Motor Driver, Fireman Level 2 Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances MTS (Chowkidar), Cleaner, Tradesman Mate (Labour) Level 1 Rs. 18,000 + DA and other allowances Fire Engine Driver, Leading Fireman Level 3 Rs. 21,700 + DA and other allowances
Selection Process
Skill/Physical/Practical Test (as applicable) followed by Written Test
Selection to all Group C posts under this recruitment is made solely on the basis of marks obtained by candidates in the written test, subject to qualifying in the Skill/Physical/Practical test, as applicable to the post. Skill/Physical/Practical Test: All candidates are first examined for their technical trade skill and physical fitness (as applicable to the post). This test is qualifying in nature. Written Test: Only candidates who clear the technical trade and physical test are eligible to appear for the written test. The written test consists of four objective-type papers, conducted over a duration of 2 hours, with negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Important Dates
Notification Publication: 21 August 2026 | /Detail Notification Publication Employment News issue dated 15–: 21 August 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 21 August 2026
- Application Last Date: 21 August 2026
How to Apply
Apply online through https://www.indianarmy.nic.in/
This recruitment does not have an online application process. Applications must be submitted only by post, in the prescribed proforma given in the notification.
Links Supplied in the Excel Row
| Label | URL | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Click here | https://www.indianarmy.nic.in/ | Verified (exact match with official_website_link) |
Sources and Verification
| Field | Exact Value from Excel Row |
|---|---|
| category | employment_news |
| official_website_link | https://www.indianarmy.nic.in/ |
These values are reproduced exactly from the supplied Excel row and may require verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
The last date for submitting applications for Physical/Endurance Requirement is 21 August 2026. Candidates should submit their applications prior to the deadline to avoid technical issues.
How many vacancies are announced for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
A total of 62 vacancies have been notified for Physical/Endurance Requirement by Government of India, Ministry of Defence – ASC Centre (South), Bangalore (Army Service Corps Centre South). Detailed category-wise distribution is available in the official notification.
What is the educational qualification required for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
The required educational qualification is: Minimum Qualification | Matriculation or equivalent (varies by post; see Eligibility section) | Post | Qualification & Experience Required | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) | Matriculation or equivalent; Diploma/Certificate in catering from a recognised institution; one year of experience in cate. Candidates should verify their specific degree/diploma requirements in the official notification.
What is the salary scale for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
Selected candidates will receive salary as per: S. No. | Post Name | Pay Matrix Level | Pay (Starting) | No. of Posts | 1 | Civilian Catering Instructor (CCI) – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | 3 | 2 | Cook – Male only | Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 + DA and other allowances | . Additional allowances such as DA, HRA, and medical benefits apply as per institutional norms.
What is the selection process for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
The selection procedure involves: Skill/Physical/Practical Test (as applicable) followed by Written Test. Candidates must clear all applicable evaluation rounds for appointment.
How can candidates apply for Physical/Endurance Requirement?
Applications must be submitted online_or_offline through the official portal (https://www.indianarmy.nic.in/) as specified in the recruitment instructions.