The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) Wellington, Tamil Nadu, has announced the DSSC Recruitment 2026, inviting applications for various Group ‘C’ civilian positions.
Candidates interested in applying for Lower Division Clerk, Multi Tasking Staff, and other roles must submit their application forms offline within 21 days from the advertisement date in the Employment News. Eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications and age limits, are detailed below.
DSSC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris), Tamil Nadu |
| Post Name | Group ‘C’ Posts (LDC, MTS, Driver, Steno, Supervisor, Network Administrator, Hardware Administrator, Lineman, Boat Builder, Technical Attendant) |
| No of Posts | 78 |
| Job Type | Central Government Jobs / Defence Establishment |
| Qualification | 10th / 12th / Graduate / ITI / Diploma (Post Wise) |
| Age Limit | 18 – 27 Years |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Advertisement Source | Employment News (23-29 May 2026) |
| Start Date | 23-05-2026 |
| Last Date | Within 21 Days from the advertisement date |
| Official Website | http://www.dssc.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Published in Employment News | 23-05-2026 (Issue dated 23-29 May 2026) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | Within 21 Days from the advertisement date |
DSSC Vacancy 2026 – Post Details
The following 78 posts are to be filled at DSSC Wellington:
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) – 09 Posts
- Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) – 13 Posts
- Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training) – 38 Posts
- Stenographer Grade II – 05 Posts
- Supervisor (Networking) – 01 Post
- Network Administrator – 04 Posts
- Hardware Administrator – 04 Posts
- Lineman – 02 Posts
- Boat Builder – 01 Post
- Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator) – 01 Post
Eligibility for DSSC Recruitment 2026
- LDC: 12th pass, typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer.
- Stenographer Grade II: 12th pass, dictation for 10 minutes at 80 wpm, transcription for 50 minutes (English) or 65 minutes (Hindi) on a computer.
- Civilian Motor Driver (OG): 10th / 12th pass with a valid heavy vehicle driving license and relevant experience.
- MTS (Office & Training): 10th pass.
- Technical / IT Posts: Diploma / Degree / ITI in relevant trade.
- Other Posts (Lineman, Boat Builder, Technical Attendant): Matric / ITI / trade qualification as prescribed.
Age Limit
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| LDC, Stenographer, Driver, and Technical Posts | 18 – 27 Years |
| MTS & specific support posts | 18 – 25 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government rules.
Pay Scale (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
| Post Name | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Stenographer Grade II | Level 4 (Rs. 25,500 – 81,100) |
| LDC, Driver, Network / Hardware / Supervisor, Lineman, Boat Builder | Level 2 (Rs. 19,900 – 63,200) |
| MTS, Technical Attendant | Level 1 (Rs. 18,000 – 56,900) |
Selection Process
- Written Examination (Objective type)
- Skill Test / Trade Test (Where applicable)
- Document Verification
- Medical Fitness
How to Apply for DSSC Recruitment 2026
Download the official application form and send the filled copy along with required documents via ordinary, registered, or speed post to: The Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is the deadline to submit the application form for the DSSC recruitment?
Ans. You need to make sure your offline application reaches the authorities within 21 days from the publication date in the Employment News (May 23, 2026).
Q2. How many total openings are there in the DSSC 2026 drive?
Ans. There are currently 78 open positions across different roles like LDC, MTS, and Technical Attendant.
Q3. Is there a specific age limit to be eligible for these positions?
Ans. Yes, the general age limit is between 18 and 27 years. However, certain roles like MTS have an upper age limit of 25 years. Age relaxation rules also apply depending on your category.
Q4. Where do I download the official application form?
Ans. You can find the prescribed format in the Employment News advertisement or by downloading it directly from the official DSSC website.
Q5. What are the stages in the selection process?
Ans. Candidates will undergo a written test, followed by a skill or trade test if applicable for their specific role. Finally, document verification and a medical fitness check are required.
Q6. What are the educational requirements for the Lower Division Clerk (LDC) role?
Ans. You must have passed your 12th standard and be able to demonstrate a typing speed of 35 words per minute in English or 30 words per minute in Hindi on a computer.
Q7. How much does the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) position pay?
Ans. MTS employees are placed in Pay Level 1 under the 7th CPC, which means a starting basic salary range of Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 56,900.
