Indian Air Force (IAF) Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Notification 2026 has been released through Advertisement No. 03/2026 on the official website indianairforce.nic.in. A total of 1 vacancy has been announced through the IAF Lower Division Clerk (LDC) Recruitment 2026.
Candidates aged 18 to 25 years who have passed 12th Class and possess a typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer are eligible to apply for this Lower Division Clerk (LDC) vacancy. The application process is offline, and candidates must submit their applications within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and obtain the application format through the direct links provided below in this article.
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Indian Air Force (IAF), Headquarters Eastern Air Command, has officially released Advertisement No. 03/2026 for the recruitment of Lower Division Clerk (LDC) under Group 'C' at Air Force Station, Tezpur, Assam. The notification contains complete details regarding vacancy, eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, pay scale, selection process, written examination, typing skill test, application procedure, important instructions, and required documents. Eligible candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting their offline application in the prescribed format within the stipulated time.
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Advertisement No. | 03/2026 |
| Command / HQ | HQ Eastern Air Command, IAF |
| Post Name | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) – Group ‘C’ |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Location | Air Force Station, Tezpur, Assam – 784104 |
| Pay Scale | Level-2 (as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix) |
| Application Mode | Offline only |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Official Website | indianairforce.nic.in |
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
| Ser | Postal Address | Post | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station, Tezpur, Assam – 784104 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 01 |
Note: The number of vacancies may vary. *PwBD = Persons with Benchmark Disabilities | ESM = Ex-Servicemen
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Advertisement | As published in Employment News |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 30 days from the date of publication |
| Age Calculated As On | Last date of receipt of application |
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- 12th Class pass from a recognized Board.
- Typing speed of 35 words per minute (wpm) in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer. (35 wpm and 30 wpm correspond to 10500 KDPH / 9000 KDPH on an average of 5 key depressions for each word. Time allowed: 10 minutes).
Age Limit
- 18 to 25 years as on the last date of receipt of application.
Age Relaxation (as applicable)
- Ex-Servicemen: Period of service in the Armed Forces shall be deducted from actual age. If the resultant age does not exceed the prescribed maximum age by more than 3 years, the candidate shall be deemed to satisfy the age condition.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against Unreserved (UR) posts are not entitled to any relaxation in age limit, experience, etc.
- Other relaxations as per Government of India rules for eligible categories.
Nationality
- Only Indian citizens are eligible.
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
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Scrutiny of Applications – All applications will be scrutinized for age limit, minimum qualification, documents and certificates.
- Written Test – Shortlisted candidates will be called for the written examination.
- Skill Test (Typing Test) – Qualifying in nature only.
- Document Verification – Original certificates and copies of Annexure to be produced.
Written Examination Details
- Syllabus:
- (i) General Intelligence
- (ii) English Language
- (iii) Numerical Aptitude
- (iv) General Awareness
- Question-cum-answer paper will be set in both English and Hindi.
- Marking System:
- Written Test – 100% weightage
- Skill Test – Qualifying only
The written test centre may be different from the place to which the application was sent (purely for administrative convenience).
How to Apply for IAF LDC Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply offline in the prescribed format (Annexure-I).
Steps to Apply:
- Download / obtain the proforma application form (Annexure-I).
- Fill the form carefully in English or Hindi (typed preferred).
- Paste a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the form.
- Attach two additional identical passport-size photographs.
- Attach self-attested copies of the following documents:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Age / Date of Birth proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Experience certificate (if any)
- Discharge book (for ESM candidates)
- PwBD certificate in prescribed format (if applicable)
- Domicile certificate (if required)
- Prepare a self-addressed envelope.
- Write clearly on the top of the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF LOWER DIVISION CLERK (LDC)”
- Send the completed application form along with all enclosures by post to:
Air Officer Commanding Air Force Station, Tezpur Assam – 784104
Important:
- Application must reach the above address within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be entertained.
- Incomplete applications or applications not in the prescribed format will be rejected.
- IAF will not be responsible for any postal delay.
IAF LDC Recruitment 2026 - Important Instructions
- Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the last date of receipt of application.
- Selected candidates will be subject to “All India Service Liability”.
- Merely fulfilling the basic selection criteria does not automatically entitle a person to be called for test.
- Candidates are to bring original certificates along with self-attested photocopies at the time of document verification.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the written test / skill test.
- The Air Officer Commanding, Air Force Station, Tezpur has the right to reject any application without assigning any reason.
- Number of vacancies / reservation status at any Air Force Station may change at any time before the selection process.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Candidates interested in similar defence sector opportunities can also explore the latest Indian Air Force Recruitment, Indian Army Recruitment, and Central Government Jobs notifications. Those seeking clerical and administrative positions may also check ongoing LDC Recruitment, Group C Jobs, and 12th Pass Government Jobs available across various Central Government departments and organizations.