the prescribedArmy Ordnance Corps Recruitment 2026 has been notified by the Government of India, Ministry of Defence, Headquarters, Armoured Corps Centre and School, Ahmednagar (MH) – 414002 vide Employment Notice No. 01/2026. Applications are invited in the prescribed proforma from Indian Nationals for filling up direct recruitment Group ‘C’ vacancies at Headquarters, Armoured Corps Centre and School, Ahmednagar. The Army Ordnance Corps Recruitment 2026 provides details regarding post-wise vacancies, pay matrix level, qualifications, age limit, and selection procedure. Candidates are required to submit applications as per the prescribed format within the stipulated timeline. The Army Ordnance Corps Recruitment 2026 selection process includes a written examination and skill/physical test as applicable. All instructions mentioned in the official notice must be strictly followed by applicants.
Army Ordnance Corps Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Government of India, Ministry of Defence |
| Establishment | HQ, Armoured Corps Centre and School |
| Location | Ahmednagar (MH) – 414002 |
| Employment Notice No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Category | Group ‘C’ |
| Mode of Recruitment | Direct Recruitment |
Important Dates
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | Within 21 days (including Sundays) from the last date of publication of advertisement in Employment News |
Vacancy Details
| Sr No | Post | Number of Vacancies | Reservation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fireman | 02 | UR-01, EWS-01 |
| 2 | Syce | 01 | EWS-01 |
Eligibility
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Fireman | 1. Matriculation pass or equivalent. 2. Must be conversant with use and maintenance of all types of extinguishers, hose fittings and fire appliances and equipments like fire engines, trailer fire pumps, foam branches etc. 3. Must be familiar with use and maintenance of first aid Fire Fighting Appliances and Trailer Fire Pump. 4. Must know elementary principles of Fire Fighting employed in fighting different types of fire. 5. Must be conversant with foot and appliance Fire Service Drills and be able to perform the task allotted to the member of Fire Crew. 6. Must be physically fit and capable of performing strenuous duties and must have passed the test specified in para 10 below. |
| Syce | 1. Essential: Matriculation pass or equivalent from recognized Board. 2. Must be conversant with the duties of Syce. |
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| UR & EWS candidates | 18 to 25 years (Relaxable for Government Servant upto 35 years as per orders/instructions issued by the Central Government) |
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay Matrix Level | Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Fireman | Level-2 | Rs 19,900–63,200/- and other allowances |
| Syce | Level-1 | Rs 18,000–56,900/- and other allowances |
Application Process
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Application | Prescribed Proforma |
| Submission | To The Commandant, HQ AC Centre and School, PIN 904076, c/o 56 APO |
| Application Fee | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
| Envelope Marking | Not Mentioned in the Official Notification |
Documents Required
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Passport size photographs | Required |
| Educational Qualification Certificates | Required |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) | Required |
| Any other supporting documents | As applicable |
Important Instructions
- The crucial date for determining age limit shall be the last date of publication of advertisement.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against unreserved post will not be given any concession of reservation.
- In case of false information, services are liable to termination.
- Candidates are subject to ‘All India Service Liability Rules’.
- Candidates are subject to medical fitness and verification of character and antecedents.
- Written examination will consist of objective type questions and will be bilingual.
- Minimum qualifying marks in written exam: 33% for UR candidates and 30% for SC/ST candidates.
- Final merit list will be based on marks obtained in written examination.
