Indian Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2025 : The Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME) under the Indian Army has announced the DG EME Group C recruitment for 2025. The recruitment offers a total of 194 vacancies across various posts from technical and administrative sectors. Through this page complete details about the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, application process, and selection procedures before applying.
Key Highlights
- Recruiting Organization: Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME), Indian Army
- Total Vacancies: 194
- Application Mode: Offline only
- Application Start Date: 4th October 2025
- Application Last Date: 24th October 2025
- Eligibility: 10th, 12th, or ITI depending on the post; age 18–25 years
- Salary Range: ₹18,000 – ₹92,300 (as per 7th CPC)
- Selection Process: Written Exam, Skill Test, Physical/Endurance Test (where applicable), Document Verification
- Application Fee: Nil
Indian Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2025
The Indian Army Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME) has officially released the notification for the Group C recruitment process. The notification is released for 194 posts. The Registration for the Indian Army DG EME Group C recruitment starts from 4th October 2025 and the application form must be submitted before 24th October 2025. The exam date for the recruitment process will be announced later.
| Authority | Directorate General of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers (DG EME), Indian Army |
| Notification Date | 29 September 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 04 October 2025 |
| Last Date Apply | 24 October 2025 |
| Application Fee | ₹0/- |
| Official Website | www.indianarmy.nic.in |
Indian Army Group C Recruitment 2025 Vacancies
| Post Name | No of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 02 |
| Fireman | 01 |
| Vehicle Mechanic (Armed Fighting Vehicle), Highly Skilled-II | 04 |
| Fitter (Skilled) | 03 |
| Welder (Skilled) | 02 |
| Tradesman Mate | 08 |
| Washerman | 02 |
| Cook | 01 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 03 |
| Electrician (Power) (Highly Skilled-II) | 02 |
| Telecom Mechanic (Highly Skilled-II) | 07 |
| Upholster (Skilled) | 01 |
| Fireman | 03 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 02 |
| Storekeeper | 03 |
| Electrician (Highly Skilled-II) | 02 |
| Upholster (Skilled) | 02 |
| Machinist (Skilled) | 04 |
| Welder (Skilled) | 01 |
| Tin and Copper Smith (Skilled) | 01 |
| Tradesman Mate | 17 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 07 |
| Storekeeper | 04 |
| Engineer Equipment Mechanic | 01 |
| Total | 194 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria as mentioned to be eligible for applying.
Educational Qualification:
Electrician (Highly Skilled-II): Candidates should have Passed in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade.
Electrician (Power) (Highly Skilled-I): Candidates should have Passed in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade. Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade I.
Telecom Mechanic (Highly Skilled-II): Candidates should have Passed in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade. OR Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade I.
Engineering Equipment Mechanic (Highly Skilled Grade -II): Candidates should have Passed in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognised Industrial Training Institute in the Motor Mechanic trade; OR B.Sc. with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; orArmed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicamen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grede I.
Welder (Skilled): Candidates should have passed with an ITI certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade OR Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade I.
Storekeeper: Candidates should have passed in 12th class from a recognized Board or University.
Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Candidates should have Pass in 12th class from a recognized Board or University.
Fireman: Candidates should have Matriculation pass or equivalent.
Cook: Candidates should have Matriculation pass or equivalent.
Tradesman Mate: Candidates should have Matriculation pass from recognized Board or equivalent.
Washerman: Candidates should have Matriculation pass or equivalent from recognized Board.
Vehicle Mechanic (Armoured Fighting Vehicle) (Highly Skilled-II): Candidates should have Passed in 10+2 with a certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the Motor Mechanic trade.
Telephone Operator Grade-III: Candidates should have Matriculation or its equivalent with compulsory subject.
Machinist (Skilled): Candidates should have passed with an ITI certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the Machinist or Tumer or Mill Wright or precision Grinder.
Fitter (Skilled): Candidates should have passed with an ITI certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade.
Tin and Copper Smith (Skilled): Candidates should have passed with an ITI certificate from a recognized Industrial Training Institute in the respective trade or grade. OR Armed Forces Personnel or Ex-servicemen from the appropriate trade and minimum at grade I.
Age Limit
Candidates must not exceed 25years of Age.
Salary Structure
The salary for DG EME Group C posts is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC):
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale (₹) | Posts (Examples) |
|---|---|---|
| Level 5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | Pharmacist, Technical Skilled Posts |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Highly Skilled Tradesmen (Mechanics, Electricians, Welders) |
| Level 2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Fireman, Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Storekeeper |
| Level 1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | Tradesman Mate, MTS, Washerman, Cook |
The pay levels correspond to the responsibilities and skill levels of each post.
How to Apply for Indian Army DG EME Group C Recruitment 2025 ?
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for the recruitment process by downloading an filling the application form from the official website. Candidates can follow the step-by-step guide mentioned here:
Step 1: Visit the official website and download the application form.
Step 2: Fill the application Form - Fill out personal and educational details.
Step 3: Attach Required Documents – Self-attested copies of certificates including age proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and other relevant documents.
Step 4: Prepare a Self-Addressed Envelope – Affix a ₹5/- postal stamp on a 10.5 x 25 cm envelope.
Step 5: Send the Application – Mail to the respective Army Base Workshop or Station Workshop EME using ordinary post only. Registered or speed post applications will not be accepted.
Step 6: Super-scribe the Envelope – Clearly write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Post Name].”
Note: Candidates must ensure that the application form reaches the address before the last date.
Selection Process
Candidates who completed the application process will be called for the selection process for various posts. The selection for DG EME Group C posts involves multiple stages:
Shortlisting : Candidates are initially shortlisted based on educational qualifications.
Written Examination An objective-type written test is conducted for all posts. Candidates who qualify this will be shortlisted for the next round.
Skill Test : Posts like Tradesman, LDC, and Storekeeper require a qualifying skill test.
Physical/Endurance Test : Applicable for posts such as Fireman and Fire Engine Driver, qualifying in nature.
Document Verification : Final verification of all documents for selected candidates.