The Indian Air Force (IAF) Civilian Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released for 47 vacancies under Advertisement No. 01/2026. This recruitment offers a direct entry into the Indian Air Force as a Group ‘C’ Civilian employee. Various posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Hindi Typist, and Civilian Mechanical Transport Driver are available at different Air Force Stations across India.
The offline application process starts on May 02, 2026, and candidates must ensure their applications reach the respective Air Force Station by June 01, 2026.
IAF Civilian Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Group C Civilian (LDC, Typist, Driver) |
| Advt. No. | 01/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 47 Posts |
| Salary | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 (Level-2) + Allowances |
| Job Location | All India (Various Air Force Stations) |
| Application Mode | Offline Only |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 June 2026 |
Important Dates (Schedules)
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date (Employment News) | 02 – 08 May 2026 |
| Offline Application Starts | 02 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 01 June 2026 |
| Exam/Skill Test Date | To be notified via Admit Card |
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Application Fee Details
In accordance with IAF recruitment norms for civilian posts, there is no application fee for any candidate.
- All Categories (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/Ex-SM): ₹0/- (No Fee)
Age Limit (as on 01 June 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years.
- Maximum Age: 25 Years.
- Age Cut-off: Calculated as on the closing date of application (01/06/2026).
- Age Relaxation: 3 years for OBC, 5 years for SC/ST, and as per rules for PwBD/ESM.
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Vacancy & Qualification Details
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 33 | 12th Pass + Typing Speed: 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on Computer. |
| Hindi Typist | 11 | 12th Pass + Typing Speed: 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on Computer. |
| Civilian Driver (OG) | 03 | 10th Pass + Valid LMV & HMV Driving License + 2 Years Experience. |
Selection Process
- Written Examination: Testing General Intelligence, Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, and Awareness.
- Skill Test / Typing Test: Mandatory for LDC and Hindi Typist (Qualifying nature).
- Physical/Practical Test: Required only for the Driver post to test technical/driving skills.
- Document Verification: Scrutiny of original 10th/12th certificates, caste, and experience documents.
- Medical Examination: Final medical clearance from an authorized military hospital.
How to Apply for IAF Civilian Offline Form 2026?
- Download Form: Obtain the prescribed application format from the official notification or reliable recruitment portals.
- Fill Details: Fill the form in Block Letters (English or Hindi). Use a blue/black ballpoint pen.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of:
- Educational Certificates (10th/12th).
- Date of Birth Proof.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Experience Certificate (for Driver post).
- One self-addressed envelope with a ₹10 stamp.
- Envelope Heading: Clearly write on top of the main envelope:“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ______ AND CATEGORY ______ AGAINST ADVT NO. 01/2026”
- Dispatch: Send the application via Ordinary Post to the specific Air Force Station address mentioned in the notification for your chosen post.
Important Related Links
| Title | Date | Link |
| Download Application Form | 02/05/2026 | Download Form |
| Download Notification PDF | 27/04/2026 | Download |
| IAF Official Website | 27/04/2026 | Visit Now |
FAQs – Indian Air Force Civilian Offline Form 2026
The specific postal address for each post is listed in the detailed Notification PDF next to the vacancy table. Each post belongs to a different Air Force Command/Station.
Yes, but you must send separate applications in separate envelopes to the respective addresses for each post.
Usually, there is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. Candidates should verify this in the final admit card instructions.
No. Send only self-attested photocopies. Original documents are required only during the Document Verification stage.
The last date for your application to reach the concerned station is June 1, 2026.
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