Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2024: The Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME), under the Indian Army, has released a notification for the recruitment of Group C posts. This recruitment drive aims to fill several vacancies across various units and trades. Interested candidates can apply through offline mode by sending their applications to the specified addresses.
The application process has already begun, and candidates are advised to submit their applications within 21 days of the advertisement’s publication in the Employment News. Additional time is granted for candidates residing in remote areas.
Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2024 Overview
Organization | Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME) |
Total Vacancies | Multiple (Refer to unit-wise details below) |
Post Names | LDC, Tradesman Mate, Electrician, Fireman, etc. |
Job Location | Across India |
Total Posts | 625 |
Application Mode | Offline |
Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
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Army DG EME Group C Important Dates
Notification Release | 28 December 2024 |
Application Start Date | 28 December 2024 |
Application End Date | 17 January 2025 |
Army DG EME Group C Vacancies and Qualifications
Post | Vacancies | Qualification |
Pharmacist | 01 | 10+2 with Diploma in Pharmacy and registration with State Pharmacy Council. |
Electrician (Highly Skilled) | 63 | 10+2 with ITI Certificate in relevant trade or Armed Forces Personnel with minimum grade I. |
Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 56 | 12th Pass with typing speed of 35 WPM (English) or 30 WPM (Hindi) on computer. |
Fireman | 36 | Matriculation with basic fire safety training. |
Tradesman Mate | 230 | Matriculation or equivalent qualification from a recognized board. |
Vehicle Mechanic | 100 | 10+2 with ITI Certificate in motor mechanic trade or Armed Forces Personnel with relevant experience. |
Fitter | 50 | 10th Pass + ITI Diploma in Related Trade |
Army DG EME Group C Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification. Candidates are advised to check the official advertisement for further details.
Army DG EME Group C Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Written Examination: An offline, objective-type test (OMR-based) for 150 marks.
- Skill/Trade Test: Applicable for specific posts such as Fireman, Electrician, and Tradesman Mate.
- Physical Test: Required for posts like Fireman and Fire Engine Driver.
- Document Verification: Verification of original documents during the final stage.
Age Limit for Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2024
- General Age Limit:
- The minimum age is 18 years, and the maximum age is 25 years.
- Specific Age Limits:
- For the post of Fire Engine Driver, the maximum age is 30 years.
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years.
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD):
- 10 years (General), 15 years (SC/ST), 13 years (OBC).
- Ex-Servicemen (ESM): Resultant age after deducting the period of service from actual age should not exceed the prescribed age limit by more than 3 years.
- Departmental Candidates:
- Up to 40 years for General, and 45 years for SC/ST with 3 years of continuous service in the Central Government.
Army DG EME Group C Exam Pattern
- Time Duration: 120 Minutes
- Negative Marking: No
Subject | Questions | Marks |
General Intelligence | 25 | 25 |
General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
General English | 25 | 25 |
Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
Trade-Specific Questions | 50 | 50 |
Total | 150 | 150 |
How to Apply for Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2024
Application Process
- Application Form:
- Candidates need to fill the application form as per the prescribed format mentioned in the advertisement.
- The application should be neatly typed or handwritten.
- Submission of Application:
- Candidates must forward their application along with a self-addressed envelope (size: 10.5 cm x 25 cm) affixed with a ₹5 postal stamp.
- The application should be properly sealed in an envelope and sent through Ordinary Post to the respective unit’s postal address provided in the advertisement.
- Superscription on the Envelope:
- Clearly write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Post Name]” on the top of the envelope.
- Deadline:
- The last date for receipt of the application is 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in the Employment News.
- For remote areas like Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, and others, the last date is 28 days from the date of publication.
- Important Notes:
- Applications will not be received by hand.
- Candidates are allowed to apply for only one trade at one location.
- Once submitted, applications cannot be modified.
- Required Documents:
- A self-attested copy of the certificates/mark sheets mentioned in the application.
- A recent passport-sized photograph.
- Acknowledgement/Admit Card along with the application.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC):
- Candidates working in Central/State Government or PSUs must produce an NOC from their current employer.
Important: Ensure all information provided is accurate. Incomplete or illegible applications will be rejected.
Army DG EME Group C Important Links
Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2024 Notification and Application Form | Notification |
Indian Army Official Website | Indian Army |