Ministry Of Defence Recruitment Fireman, MTS & Others2024 – Apply for 71 Posts

 Introduction:

Are you seeking a career with the Ministry of Defence? Exciting opportunities await you as the Ministry of Defence announces various vacancies for the year 2024.

 This post provides essential details about the available positions, application procedure, and crucial dates to help interested candidates make their move towards a rewarding career.

         

                                   

Name of the post:

Cook     

Civilian Catering Instructor          

MTS (Chowkidar)             

Tradesman Mate (Labour)            

Vehicle Mechanic            

Civilian Motor Driver      

Cleaner               

Leading Fireman              

Fireman              

Fire Engineer Driver

Important Dates:

Last Date for Receipt of Application: 02-02-2024

Don't miss the deadline! Ensure your application reaches the Ministry of Defence by the 2nd of February, 2024.

Vacancy Details:

Post Name	Total Vacancies
Cook	03
Civilian Catering Instructor	03
MTS (Chowkidar)	02
Tradesman Mate (Labour)	08
Vehicle Mechanic	01
Civilian Motor Driver	09
Cleaner	04
Leading Fireman	01
Fireman	30
Fire Engine Driver	10

*** Kindly follow the official notification to see the vacancy according to the specific category.

Application Fee: 

Nil. One of the most attractive aspects of this recruitment drive is that there is no application fee, making it accessible to a wider pool of candidates.

Age limit:

The age of the candidates for CCI, Cooks, Cleaner, FED, Firemen, Leading Firemen, Vehicle Mechanic, MTS (Chowkidar) & Tradesman Mate (Labour) must be between 18 to 25 years. 

(ii) The age of the candidates for Civilian Motor Driver must be between 18 to 27 years.

Age relaxation is applicable according to government norms.

Scale of Pay:

Post Name	Salary
Cook	Rs 19,900 + DA and other allowances
Civilian Catering Instructor	Rs 19,900 + DA and other allowances
MTS (Chowkidar)	Rs 18,000 + DA and other allowances
Tradesman Mate (Labour)	Rs 18,000 + DA and other allowances
Vehicle Mechanic	Rs 19,900 + DA and other allowances
Civilian Motor Driver	Rs 19,900 + DA and other allowances
Cleaner	Rs 18,000 + DA and other allowances
Leading Fireman	Rs 21,700 + DA and other allowances
Fireman	Rs 19,900 + DA and other allowances
Fire Engine Driver	Rs 21,700 + DA and other allowances

Qualification & Physical Standards:

Post Name	Qualification	Physical Standards & Endurance Test (Skill Test)
Cook	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Must have knowledge of Indian Cooking and Proficiency in trade. (iii) Desirable to have one year of experience in trade.	Not Applicable
Civilian Catering Instructor	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Diploma or Certificate in Catering from any recognized institution. (iii) Desirable to have one-year working experience in catering as an instructor.	Not Applicable
MTS (Chowkidar)	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Should be proficient in trade work.	Physical Endurance Test (a) 1.5 Km run in 6 minutes. (b) Carrying a weight of 50 Kgs for 200 meters in 100 seconds.
Tradesman Mate (Labour)	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Institution. (ii) Should be proficient in trade.	Physical Endurance Test (a) 1.5 Kms run in 6 minutes. (b) Carrying a weight of 50 Kgs for 200 meters in 100 seconds.
Vehicle Mechanic	(i) 10th Standard pass from a recognized Board. (ii) Capable of reading numbers and names of tools and vehicles in English and Hindi. (iii) One year experience in the trade.	Not Applicable
Civilian Motor Driver	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Institution. (ii) Must possess a valid driving license for both heavy and light motor vehicles. (iii) Should have at least two years of driving experience.	Not Applicable
Cleaner	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Should be proficient in trade work.	Not Applicable
Leading Fireman	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Must be conversant with the use and maintenance of firefighting equipment. (iii) Must have attended a fireman course from a reputed institution.	Physical Endurance Test (a) 1.5 Km run in 6 minutes. (b) Carrying a man of 65.5 kgs for 183 meters in 96 seconds. (c) Clearing a 2.7-meter-wide ditch landing on both feet.
Fireman	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Must be conversant with the use and maintenance of firefighting equipment. (iii) Must have attended a fireman course from a reputed institution.	Physical Endurance Test (a) 1.5 Km run in 6 minutes. (b) Carrying a man of 65.5 kgs for 183 meters in 96 seconds. (c) Clearing a 2.7-meter-wide ditch landing on both feet.
Fire Engine Driver	(i) Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. (ii) Must be physically fit. (iii) Must have at least three years of driving heavy vehicles and possess a valid driving license. (iv) Preferably certified after attending a fireman course.	Physical Endurance Test (a) Carrying a man of 65.5 kgs for 183 meters in 96 seconds. (b) Clearing a 2.7-meter-wide ditch landing on both feet. (c) Climbing 3 meters vertical rope using hands and feet.

How to Apply:

Applications are invited for the following post (s) from citizens of India, who fulfill the requisite qualifications/ specifications as mentioned below on plain paper duly typed or neatly handwritten in the prescribed format only. Applications complete in all respects along with a self-addressed registered envelope duly affixed with appropriate postal stamp with all the requisite documents, duly self-attested should be addressed to The Presiding Officer, Civilian Direct Recruitment Board, CHQ, ASC Centre (South) – 2 ATC, Agram Post, Bangalore -07.

The last date to apply online is 15th February 2024, and the deadline is 11.59PM

Important Links:

Official Website	Click Here
Notification	Click Here

Selection Process:

All candidates will be examined for their technical trade test and physical (as applicable). Only after clearing the technical trade and physical tests would the applicant be eligible for the written test. The selection will be made strictly based on merit. The selection process will comprise of Skill/Physical/Practical test and Written test, wherever necessary. The selection to all Group ‘C’ posts will be made solely based on marks obtained by the applicants in the written test and subject to qualifying in the Skill/Physical/Practical test, as may be the case. 6. The subjects of the written test, number of questions, maximum marks, and duration will be as follows.

Paper	Subject	No of Questions	Marks	Duration
Part-I	General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25	2 hours
Part-II	General Awareness	50	50
Part-III	General English	50	50
Part-IV	Numerical Aptitude	25	25

***The question papers of the Written Test will be bilingual i.e. English & Hindi. However, the question on the portion of English Language subject will be in English only. There will be provision of negative marking (0.25 marks for each wrong answer) in written tests for incorrect answers.

Conclusion:

The Ministry of Defence's Various Vacancies for the year 2024 presents an exciting opportunity for individuals seeking a fulfilling career in the defence sector. With a diverse range of positions available, from Cook to Fire Engine Driver, candidates have the chance to contribute to the nation's security and serve a vital role in the Ministry of Defence. The recruitment process, which includes a written examination covering General Intelligence, Reasoning, General Awareness, General English, and Numerical Aptitude, ensures a fair selection process. The absence of an application fee makes it even more accessible to aspiring candidates. Don't miss this chance to be a part of the Ministry of Defence – apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding and meaningful career.