Indian Army Civilian Recruitment 2025: Apply for 49 LDC, MTS, & Steno Posts at MCEME

1. Overview and Key Highlights

• Organization: Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME), Secunderabad (A premier training institution of the Indian Army).

• Recruitment Drive: Indian Army Civilian Recruitment 2025.

• Post Names: Group ‘C’ civilian posts including Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Stenographer Gde-II, Laboratory Assistant, Civilian Motor Driver (OG), Bootmaker Equipment Repairer, Barber, Multitasking Staff (MTS), and Tradesmen Mate.

• Total Vacancies: 49 posts.

• Job Location: Secunderabad, Telangana.

• Application Mode: Offline (must be sent via Ordinary Post only).

• Application Dates: Starts 25 October 2025; Last Date to Apply is 14 November 2025.

• Application Fee: Presumed to be ₹ 0/- (No Fee Mentioned) for all categories.

2. Vacancy Breakdown (49 Posts)

3. Eligibility Criteria

A. Educational Qualification

• LDC & Stenographer Gde-II: Must have passed 12th class or equivalent.

  • LDC Specific: Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer.

  • Stenographer Specific: Dictation (10 mins @ 80 wpm) and Transcription on computer.

• Laboratory Assistant: Graduate degree in Science with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) OR a Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics Engineering.

• Civilian Motor Driver (OG): Must have passed Matriculation (10th), possess a civilian driving license for heavy vehicles, and have 2 years of experience.

• Bootmaker Equipment Repairer & Barber: Must have passed Matriculation (10th).

  • Bootmaker Specific: Should be able to carry out all canvas, textile, and leather repairs.

  • Barber Specific: Proficiency in the barber’s trade.

• Multitasking Staff (MTS) & Tradesmen Mate: Must have passed Matriculation (10th) or equivalent.

B. Age Limit

• General Age Limit: 18 to 25 years as of the closing date (14 November 2025).

• Age Relaxation (as per Central Government Rules):

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

  • PwBD: 10 years (additional 3 or 5 years for OBC/SC/ST)

  • Departmental Candidates: Up to 40 years (45 for SC/ST).

4. Salary and Benefits (7th Pay Commission)

The pay includes Basic Pay plus Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and other benefits.

• In-Hand Salary Components:

  • Dearness Allowance (DA): Currently 50% of the Basic Pay (e.g., ₹9,000 on Level 1 Basic Pay).

  • House Rent Allowance (HRA): High allowance for Secunderabad (Class X city), currently 27% of Basic Pay.

• Other Benefits: National Pension System (NPS), Medical Facilities, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and paid leaves.

5. Selection Process

The process is multi-staged and involves shortlisting, a written examination, and a qualifying skill/trade test.

Step 1: Shortlisting of Applications

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on the percentage of marks obtained in the essential educational qualification (10th or 12th).

• Only shortlisted candidates will be issued Admit Cards for the Written Test.

Step 2: Tier 1 - Written Examination (OMR Based)

• Type: Objective-type, OMR-based.

• Total Marks/Duration: 150 Marks / 2 Hours.

• Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

• Exam Pattern Variation:

  • For LDC, Steno, Lab Asst, & CMD (OG): Focus on General English (50 marks) and Numerical Aptitude (50 marks).

  • For Bootmaker, Barber, MTS, & Tradesman Mate: Focus on General Intelligence & Reasoning (50 marks) and General Awareness (50 marks).

Step 3: Tier 2 - Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying)

• Candidates are called based on the merit list from the written exam.

• The test is Qualifying in Nature (marks not added to the final merit list).

• Post-Specific Tests:

  • LDC: Typing Test.

  • Stenographer: Dictation and Transcription Test.

  • Other Trade Posts (Driver, Bootmaker, Barber, etc.): Practical Trade Test to check job proficiency.

6. Offline Application Procedure

The entire application process is strictly offline via Ordinary Post.

1. Preparation of Documents: Obtain the Application Form from the official notification PDF.

2. Filling and Attestation:

   • Fill the form neatly.

   • Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (Education, Caste, DOB/10th cert, Experience, etc.).

   • Affix and self-attest two recent passport-size photographs (one on the Application Form and one on the Admit Card form).

3. Envelope Preparation:

   • Prepare a Self-Addressed Envelope (Size: 10.5cm x 25cm) with a Rs. 10/- postal stamp affixed to it.

4. Final Submission:

   • Place the filled Application Form, Admit Card form, all self-attested documents, and the stamped self-addressed envelope inside a larger envelope.

   • Mandatory Labeling: Clearly write “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _____________” on the main envelope.

   • Mailing: Send the envelope ONLY via ORDINARY POST to the following address:

     Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering (MCEME),

     PIN – 900 453,

     c/o 56 APO

     
     

     The written examination syllabus for the Indian Army Civilian Recruitment 2025 at MCEME is divided into two distinct patterns based on the post.

     The exam will be an OMR-based objective-type written test for 150 marks with a duration of 2 hours, and there will be a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

     Here is the detailed subject-wise syllabus based on the two different exam patterns:

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     1. Syllabus for Posts requiring 10 th Level or Graduate Level (Higher Standard)

     This pattern is typically for Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Stenographer Grade-II, Laboratory Assistant, and Civilian Motor Driver (OG).

     Subject	Questions	Marks	Subject Weightage
     General Intelligence & Reasoning	25	25	Lower
     General Awareness	25	25	Lower
     General English	50	50	Higher
     Numerical Aptitude	50	50	Higher
     Total	150	150	100%

     Detailed Subject Topics:

     A. General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 Marks)

     • Verbal and Non-Verbal Type: Analogies, Similarities and Differences, Space Visualization, Spatial Orientation, Problem Solving, Analysis, Judgement, Decision Making, Visual Memory, Discrimination, Observation, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Reasoning, Verbal and Figure Classification, Arithmet¹ical Number Series, Non-Verbal Series, Coding and Decoding.

     • The test is designed to test the candidate's ability to deal with abstract ideas and symbols and their relationship, arithmetical computation, and other analytical functions.

     B. General Awareness (25 Marks)

     • India and its Neighbouring Countries: Special emphasis on Sports, History, Culture, Geography, Economic Scene, General Polity, including the Indian Constitution, and Scientific Research.

     • Current Events: Knowledge of current events and matters of everyday observation and experience in their scientific aspects as expected of an educated person.

     C. General English (50 Marks)

     • Grammar and Usage: Candidates' understanding of the English language and its correct usage.

     • Vocabulary: Synonyms, Antonyms, and their correct usage.

     • Comprehension: Understanding of passages.

     • Sentence Structure: Error Spotting, Fill in the Blanks, Sentence Improvement, and Sentence Completion.

     • Other Topics: Idioms & Phrases, One-Word Substitution.

     D. Numerical Aptitude (50 Marks)

     • Number System: Computation of Whole Numbers, Decimals and Fractions, Relationship between Numbers.

     • Fundamental Arithmetical Operations: Percentages, Ratio and Proportion, Averages, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and Loss, Discount.

     • Algebra: Basic algebraic identities.

     • Geometry/Mensuration: Use of Tables and Graphs, Time and Distance, Ratio and Time, Time and Work.

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     2. Syllabus for Posts requiring $10^{th} \text{ Standard}$ (Lower Standard)

     This pattern is specifically for Bootmaker, Barber, Multitasking Staff (MTS), and Tradesmen Mate.

     Subject	Questions	Marks	Subject Weightage
     General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50	Higher
     General Awareness	50	50	Higher
     General English	25	25	Lower
     Numerical Aptitude	25	25	Lower
     Total	150	150	100%

     Detailed Subject Topics:

     The detailed syllabus for each subject (General Intelligence & Reasoning, General Awareness, General English, and Numerical Aptitude) is essentially the same as described in the first category (LDC, Steno, etc.), but the level of questions will be based on the Matriculation (10th) standard, and the focus of marks is heavily shifted towards General Intelligence & Reasoning and General Awareness.

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     Tier 2: Skill / Trade Test (Qualifying)

     Candidates must also prepare for the mandatory qualifying test for their specific post:

     Post Name	Skill/Trade Test Focus
     Lower Division Clerk (LDC)	Typing Test (35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi on computer).
     Stenographer Gde-II	Dictation and Transcription (Dictation: 10 mins @ 80 wpm).
     Civilian Motor Driver (OG)	Practical test of driving and vehicle maintenance proficiency.
     Bootmaker/Barber/Tradesmen Mate	Practical trade test to check proficiency in the respective trade duties.
     Laboratory Assistant	Likely a practical test based on the duties of a lab assistant (e.g., handling equipment, basic lab procedures).

     Essential Links

     • Official Notification & Application Form
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