DSSC Group C Recruitment 2026: 78 Civilian Posts at Defence Services Staff College Wellington — Apply Offline
The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) — under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India — has invited offline applications for 78 Group C civilian posts through its 2026 direct-recruitment drive. The notification was published in Employment News (Issue dated 23–29 May 2026) and selected candidates will join the prestigious DSSC campus serving the Indian Armed Forces’ staff-officer training programme.
This is a purely offline recruitment — applications must be sent by Speed Post only to the Commandant, DSSC, Wellington. The last date is 13 June 2026 (21 days from Employment News publication on 23 May 2026). Selected candidates draw 7th CPC Pay Level 1 to Level 5 — Rs 18,000 to Rs 92,300 per month — and may be posted anywhere in India. Read this full GovtJobsAlert.in article for the post-wise breakdown, eligibility, fee and step-by-step application process before mailing your form. For more central-government openings, visit our defence jobs category.
Key Highlights — DSSC Group C 2026
DSSC, Wellington is one of the three premier defence training establishments in India (alongside National Defence College and College of Defence Management) and trains mid-career officers of the Army, Navy and Air Force. Group C civilian staff support its administrative, technical and ancillary operations.
- Organisation: Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris)
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
- Publication Source: Employment News (Issue dated 23–29 May 2026)
- Total Vacancies: 78 Group C posts across 10 cadres
- Pay: Pay Level 1 to 5 (7th CPC) — Rs 18,000 to Rs 92,300 per month
- Job Location: Wellington (Nilgiris), Tamil Nadu — with India-wide posting possibility
- Application Mode: Offline only by Speed Post
- Last Date: 13 June 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — DSSC Group C 2026
The 78 posts are split across 10 distinct Group C cadres, each with its own pay level and eligibility.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training) | Level 1 | 38 |
| Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) | Level 2 | 13 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level 2 | 9 |
| Stenographer Grade II | Level 4 | 5 |
| Network Administrator | Level 5 | 4 |
| Hardware Administrator | Level 5 | 4 |
| Lineman | Level 4 | 2 |
| Supervisor (Networking) | Level 5 | 1 |
| Boat Builder | Level 2 | 1 |
| Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator) | Level 1 | 1 |
| Total | — | 78 |
Reservation breakdown across all posts: UR – 36, OBC – 19, SC – 12, ST – 5, EWS – 6, plus horizontal earmarking for Ex-Servicemen and PwBD (HH / OH / Autism-IDD-SLD-MI-MD).
Eligibility Criteria — DSSC Group C 2026
Educational Qualification
Each post has its own specific qualification. The broad picture is:
- LDC: 12th Class pass + typing 35 WPM English or 30 WPM Hindi
- CMD (Ordinary Grade): 12th Class pass + valid heavy vehicle driving licence + 2 years experience driving heavy vehicles
- MTS (Office & Training): Matriculation pass or equivalent
- Stenographer Grade II: 12th Class pass + dictation 80 WPM for 10 minutes + transcription 50 minutes (Eng) or 65 minutes (Hin) on computer
- Supervisor (Networking): BE/B.Tech or MCA / M.Sc. (CS / IT) + 2 years experience in network and server management
- Network Administrator: 12th Class + Diploma in Networking OR BCA + CCNA + CCNP + 2 years experience
- Hardware Administrator: 12th Class + Advance Diploma in Computer Hardware OR BCA + VLSI certification + 2 years experience
- Lineman: 12th Class + Diploma in Optical Fiber Cable Line Management + 2 years experience
- Boat Builder: 12th Class + 2 years FRP boat repair experience (PSU / private shipyard) OR National Apprenticeship Certificate in Marine Fitter OR Ex-sailors Indian Navy / Coast Guard from Shipwright / Hull Artificer trade
- Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator): ITI Pass Certificate in Printing Machine Operator OR Matriculation + 1 year experience as Printing Machine Operator
Aspirants holding 10th/12th-pass qualifications fit the LDC, MTS, CMD and Stenographer pool. ITI and Diploma holders qualify for the technical cadre posts.
Age Limit
- MTS / Technical Attendant: 18 – 25 years
- All other posts: 18 – 27 years
- Crucial Date: last date of application (13.06.2026)
- Relaxation: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwBD +10 years (15 for SC/ST, 13 for OBC), Ex-Servicemen — full service period deducted plus 3 years buffer (min 6 months continuous service in Armed Forces)
- Central Govt Employees: 40 years (general, with 3 years continuous service); 45 years for SC/ST
Note: OBC/SC/ST candidates applying against UNRESERVED posts are NOT entitled to any age relaxation.
What is the Salary for DSSC Group C 2026?
Pay levels follow the 7th CPC Pay Matrix of the Government of India.
- Pay Level 1 (MTS, Technical Attendant): Rs 18,000 – Rs 56,900 per month
- Pay Level 2 (LDC, CMD, Boat Builder): Rs 19,900 – Rs 63,200 per month
- Pay Level 4 (Stenographer Grade II, Lineman): Rs 25,500 – Rs 81,100 per month
- Pay Level 5 (Supervisor Networking, Network/Hardware Administrator): Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300 per month
- Plus: DA, HRA, Travelling Allowance, Medical, Children Education Allowance and other Central-Government allowances
Approximate in-hand for a fresh MTS at Wellington: Rs 24,000 – Rs 28,000 per month after DA + HRA (Wellington is Y-class city) + transport allowance.
Other benefits: NPS pension, Group Insurance, LTC every two years, leave benefits, Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) coverage where applicable, and pay-commission revisions.
What is the Selection Process for DSSC Group C 2026?
The selection involves multiple stages depending on the post type.
- Scrutiny of Applications: incomplete or late applications are rejected at this stage.
- Written Test: bilingual (English + Hindi) objective MCQ covering General Intelligence & Reasoning, Numerical Aptitude, General English, General Awareness and Trade-Specific topics.
- Skill Test / Physical Test: typing test for LDC and Stenographer; trade test for technical posts; driving test for CMD.
- Bio-metric Verification: Aadhaar-based identity check at the exam centre.
- Final Merit: based on written-test marks + qualifying skill / trade test.
- Joining Formalities: medical fitness, NOC (for in-service applicants), police verification.
The exam venue will be DSSC, Wellington. No TA / DA is payable for the examination or document verification. For preparation, see the defence jobs and exam syllabus pages on GovtJobsAlert.in.
How to Apply for DSSC Group C 2026?
This is a purely offline recruitment. There is no online application portal — applications must be sent by Speed Post in the prescribed format from the official PDF.
- Download the application form from the DSSC notification PDF — link in Essential Links below.
- Open the form in Adobe Reader and type all fields in BLOCK LETTERS — handwritten forms are rejected.
- Affix your recent colour photograph (white background, taken in last 3 months) and signature on the form.
- Attach self-attested copies of: Aadhaar Card, 10th / 12th / UG / PG marksheets, Diploma / ITI certificates (as applicable), Driving Licence (for CMD), Experience Certificate, Computer Course Certificate, Category certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD / Discharge Certificate for ESM).
- Attach an A/C Payee Demand Draft of Rs 100 (non-refundable) in favour of “DSSC Direct Recruitment 2026” payable at Canara Bank, DSSC Branch (Code 16239).
- Attach a self-addressed envelope (10 × 22 cm) with a Rs 56 postage stamp.
- Permanent Central Govt / State Govt / PSU / Autonomous employees must also attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
- Use a fresh envelope for each post — separate applications and separate DDs are required for each post you apply to.
- Write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _______” on top of the envelope.
- Send by Speed Post to: The Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu — must reach by 13 June 2026.
Important Dates — DSSC Group C 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication in Employment News | 23/05/2026 (Issue 23–29 May 2026) |
| Application Start | 23/05/2026 (from publication date) |
| Last Date to Apply (by Speed Post) | 13/06/2026 |
| OBC / EWS Certificate Validity | Issued on or after 01/04/2025 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 13/06/2026 (last date of application) |
| Written Test / Skill Test | To be announced by DSSC |
Application Fees — DSSC Group C 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS / PwBD / ESM) | Rs 100 (Non-refundable) |
| Payment Mode | A/C Payee Demand Draft only |
The Demand Draft must be drawn in favour of “DSSC Direct Recruitment 2026” payable at Canara Bank, DSSC Branch (Code 16239). There is no exemption — all categories pay the same Rs 100 fee. Online payment is not accepted.
Essential Links — DSSC Group C 2026
- Download Official Notification & Application Form
- Visit DSSC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Tamil Nadu Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
DSSC Group C posts at Wellington are a stable central-government opening — modest pay but excellent posting, beautiful Nilgiris campus, and the prestige of working at one of India’s premier defence training institutions. The offline-only mode keeps the applicant pool narrower, which is good for serious candidates. Print your form on time, get your DD ready, and dispatch by Speed Post well before 13 June 2026. For more updates, stay subscribed to GovtJobsAlert.in and the defence jobs category.