DSSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 78 LDC, MTS and More Posts

Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu

Posts: 78 posts across 10 categories (subject to change) Last Date: 21 days (including Sundays and holidays) from date of publication in Employment News Offline

Short Information

DSSC Wellington is hiring 78 Group 'C' Civilian posts across 10 categories, last date 21 days from date of publication in Employment News.

Important Dates

Last Date To Apply21 days (including Sundays and holidays) from date of publication in Employment News
EventDate
Date Of Publication In Employment News23-05-2026 (Issue dated 23–29 May 2026)
Age Calculated As OnLast date of application
Written Test DateTo be notified after application scrutiny (venue: DSSC, Wellington)
Skill / Physical Test DateTo be notified after written test result (wherever applicable)

Application Fee

DetailsApplication fee is to be submitted via A/C Payee Demand Draft only. The fee is non-refundable. Applications without the prescribed Demand Draft will not be accepted. Separate Demand Drafts are required for each post applied for.

Age Limit

DetailsThe crucial date for determining age limit shall be the last date of application. Maximum age is 27 years for most posts and 25 years for MTS (Office & Training) and Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator). Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India guidelines for reserved categories.

Qualification / Eligibility

DetailsCandidates must fulfill the educational qualifications and experience requirements prescribed for each post as on the last date of application. Only Indian Citizens are eligible to apply. Candidates must apply separately for each post with a separate application form and separate Demand Draft. No Objection Certificate (NOC) is required for persons working in Central Government/State Government/Public Sector Undertakings/Autonomous Bodies as permanent employees.

Vacancy Details

  • {'Ser No': '1.1', 'Name of Post': 'Lower Division Clerk', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200/-)', 'Total': '09', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.2', 'Name of Post': 'Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade)', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200/-)', 'Total': '13', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.3', 'Name of Post': 'Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training)', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900/-)', 'Total': '38', 'Age Limit': '18–25 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.4', 'Name of Post': 'Stenographer Grade II', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100/-)', 'Total': '05', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.5', 'Name of Post': 'Supervisor (Networking)', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300/-)', 'Total': '01', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.6', 'Name of Post': 'Network Administrator', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300/-)', 'Total': '04', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.7', 'Name of Post': 'Hardware Administrator', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300/-)', 'Total': '04', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.8', 'Name of Post': 'Lineman', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100/-)', 'Total': '02', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.9', 'Name of Post': 'Boat Builder', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200/-)', 'Total': '01', 'Age Limit': '18–27 years'}
  • {'Ser No': '1.10', 'Name of Post': 'Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': 'Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900/-)', 'Total': '01', 'Age Limit': '18–25 years'}
  • {'Ser No': 'Total', 'Name of Post': '', 'Pay Level (7th CPC)': '78', 'Total': ''}
  • {'Category': 'Hearing Handicapped (HH)', 'Description': '01 vacancy reserved in MTS (Office & Training) post'}
  • {'Category': 'Orthopedically Handicapped (OH)', 'Description': '01 vacancy reserved in MTS (Office & Training) post'}
  • {'Category': 'Autism / Intellectual Disability / Specific Learning Disability / Mental Illness / Multiple Disability including deaf-blindness', 'Description': '01 vacancy reserved in MTS (Office & Training) post'}

Category Wise Vacancy

Name Of PostTechnical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator
Description01 vacancy reserved in MTS (Office & Training) post

Salary / Pay Scale

Pay ScaleLevel 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900/-) to Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300/-) as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix

Selection Process

  • Sl. Subject Medium
  • 1 General Intelligence and Reasoning English and Hindi
  • 2 Numerical Aptitude English and Hindi
  • 3 General English English and Hindi
  • 4 General Awareness English and Hindi
  • 5 Trade Specific English and Hindi
  • Selection will be based on Written Test followed by Skill/Physical Test wherever applicable. All applications will first be scrutinized for age limits
  • minimum qualifications
  • documents
  • and certificates before eligible candidates are issued call letters. Biometric verification using Aadhaar Card will be carried out at the time of examination/skill test. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written test or skill test. Selected candidates will be required to serve anywhere in India.
  • Stage 1 - Written Test (Objective Type)
  • The written test is based on minimum educational qualification for the post applied for. The question cum answer paper will be in English and Hindi. The number of candidates called for written examination may be restricted based on marks obtained in the minimum essential qualification
  • depending on applications received.
  • Stage 2 - Skill / Physical Test (wherever applicable)
  • The requisite number of candidates will be shortlisted based on written test merit and category for skill/physical test wherever applicable. Venue for both written test and skill test is DSSC
  • Wellington.
  • Stage 3 - Document Verification
  • Pre-scrutiny of applications in terms of age limit
  • experience
  • and certificates will be carried out before calling candidates for the written/skill test. Biometric verification with Aadhaar Card will be carried out at the time of examination/skill test.

How To Apply

  • Eligible candidates must download the prescribed application form from the official DSSC website (www.dssc.gov.in). The form must be opened and filled using Adobe Reader only, typed in block letters, and taken as a colour printout - handwritten forms will not be accepted. Separate applications must be submitted for each post along with requisite documents and a separate Demand Draft. The application along with all attachments must be sent by post to the address below within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News.
  • Documents to be Attached with Application (self-attested copies):
  • Typed application form (in block letters, colour printout) with recent colour photograph (white background, taken within last 3 months) and candidate's signature - mandatory
  • Self-attested copies of Aadhaar Card
  • Self-attested copies of 10th and 12th Standard Mark Sheets
  • Self-attested copies of UG/PG Mark Sheets & Diploma/ITI Certificates (as applicable)
  • Self-attested copy of Driving License (for Civilian Motor Driver post)
  • Self-attested copy of Experience Certificate(s) (wherever required)
  • Self-attested copy of Computer Course Certificate (as applicable)
  • Self-attested copies of valid OBC/SC/ST/EWS Certificate (OBC/EWS certificates must be issued on or after 01-04-2025)
  • Self-attested copy of PwBD Certificate (for PwBD candidates - disability must be permanent and not less than 40%)
  • Self-attested copy of ESM Discharge Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen)
  • No Objection Certificate from present employer (for Central/State Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body permanent employees)
  • A/C Payee Demand Draft of Rs. 100/- (Non-Refundable) drawn in favour of "DSSC Direct Recruitment 2026" payable at Canara Bank, DSSC Branch (Code 16239)
  • Self-addressed envelope of 10x22 cm with Rs. 56/- postage stamp pasted
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written examination or skill test. DSSC will not be responsible for any postal delay. No interim correspondence regarding application status will be entertained.
  • Send Application to: The Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu.
  • Mention on envelope: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ___________"

Important Instructions

  • Application form must be typed in block letters, opened/filled in Adobe Reader, and taken as colour printout - handwritten forms will NOT be accepted. Separate applications with separate Demand Drafts must be submitted for each post applied for. Applications without photograph, without signature, or without the prescribed Demand Draft will not be accepted. OBC Non-Creamy Layer Certificate and EWS Certificate must be issued on or after 01-04-2025. PwBD candidates must have permanent disability of not less than 40% certified by competent authority. Biometric verification with Aadhaar Card will be carried out at the time of written examination/skill test. Candidate's appearance at the time of examination must match the photograph in the application form. Use of mobile phones, pagers, smartwatches, Bluetooth devices, pen drives, or any electronic/communication device is strictly prohibited at the examination venue. Violation will result in disciplinary action including ban from future examinations. No TA/DA will be paid for attending written examination or skill test. Selected candidates will be required to serve anywhere in India. Mere submission of application does not entitle candidates to be called for examination. Depending on applications received, candidates may be shortlisted based on marks in minimum essential qualification. Applications received after the due date will not be considered. DSSC will not be responsible for postal delays. The Commandant reserves the right to cancel/postpone the recruitment process and increase/decrease vacancies without assigning any reason. Decision of the Appointing Authority (Commandant, DSSC) is final and no appeal will be entertained. DSSC will not be liable/responsible for paying any compensation in case of injury/death suffered by a candidate during the recruitment process. No interim correspondence regarding application status will be entertained.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is DSSC Recruitment 2026?

Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris), Tamil Nadu has invited offline applications from eligible Indian citizens for various Group ‘C’ civilian posts such as LDC, MTS, Driver, Stenographer and technical/support roles on a permanent basis.

Q2. How many vacancies are available in DSSC Recruitment 2026?

A total of 78 Group ‘C’ posts are proposed to be filled at DSSC Wellington, including LDC, Civilian Motor Driver, MTS (Office & Training), Stenographer Grade II, Supervisor (Networking), Network Administrator, Hardware Administrator, Lineman, Boat Builder and Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator), with reservations including ESM/PwBD.

Q3. What is the mode of application for DSSC Group ‘C’ posts?

The application process is completely offline; candidates must submit the prescribed application form by post to the Commandant, DSSC, Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu within the stipulated time.

Q4. What is the last date to apply for DSSC Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of applications is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News (issue dated 23–29 May 2026), and applications received after this period are likely to be rejected.

Q5. What are the educational qualifications required for LDC and Stenographer at DSSC?

For LDC, candidates must have passed 12th and possess a typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer, while Stenographer Grade II requires 12th pass with shorthand dictation at 80 wpm for 10 minutes and transcription in 50 minutes (English) or 65 minutes (Hindi) on computer.

Q6. What are the qualifications for MTS and Civilian Motor Driver (OG)?

MTS (Office & Training) generally requires 10th pass, whereas Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) requires 10th/12th pass along with a valid heavy vehicle driving licence and relevant driving experience as prescribed in the detailed notification.

Q7. What is the age limit for DSSC Group ‘C’ posts?

For LDC, Stenographer, Driver and technical posts, the age limit is 18–27 years, while for MTS and some other support posts the age limit is 18–25 years, with relaxations for SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, PwBD and other categories as per Government of India rules.

Q8. What is the pay scale for DSSC Group ‘C’ posts?

Under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, Stenographer Grade II carries Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100), LDC, Driver, Network/Hardware/Supervisor, Lineman and Boat Builder are in Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200), and MTS and Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator are in Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900).

About Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu Recruitment

Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu ne DSSC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 78 LDC, MTS and More Posts ke liye official notification jari kiya hai. Kul 78 posts across 10 categories (subject to change) posts ke liye applications mangi gayi hain. Last date 21 days (including Sundays and holidays) from date of publication in Employment News hai.

Application Offline mode mein ki ja sakti hai. Selection process ke liye official notification dekhein.