The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington has announced recruitment for 78 Group ‘C’ civilian posts across 10 categories. This permanent central government vacancy offers attractive pay scales under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix and requires candidates to submit offline applications within 21 days of the Employment News release.
| Organization |
Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu |
| Post Category |
Group ‘C’ Civilian Posts |
| Total Vacancies |
78 posts |
| Pay Scale |
Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900) to Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) – 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
| Job Type |
Permanent Central Government Employment |
| Application Mode |
Offline – Typed application form to be sent by post to the Commandant, DSSC, Wellington |
| Selection Mode |
Written Test + Skill/Physical Test (where applicable) |
| Last Date to Apply |
21 days (including Sundays and holidays) from date of publication in Employment News |
| Official Website |
https://www.dssc.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
- Organization Name: Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643 231, Tamil Nadu
- Post Category: Group ‘C’ Civilian Posts
- Posts Available: Lower Division Clerk, Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade), Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training), Stenographer Grade II, Supervisor (Networking), Network Administrator, Hardware Administrator, Lineman, Boat Builder, Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator
Vacancy Details
| Ser No |
Name of Post |
Pay Level (7th CPC) |
Total Vacancies |
Age Limit |
| 1.1 |
Lower Division Clerk |
Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) |
09 |
18–27 years |
| 1.2 |
Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) |
13 |
18–27 years |
| 1.3 |
Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training) |
Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900) |
38 |
18–25 years |
| 1.4 |
Stenographer Grade II |
Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) |
05 |
18–27 years |
| 1.5 |
Supervisor (Networking) |
Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) |
01 |
18–27 years |
| 1.6 |
Network Administrator |
Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) |
04 |
18–27 years |
| 1.7 |
Hardware Administrator |
Level 5 (Rs. 29,200–92,300) |
04 |
18–27 years |
| 1.8 |
Lineman |
Level 4 (Rs. 25,500–81,100) |
02 |
18–27 years |
| 1.9 |
Boat Builder |
Level 2 (Rs. 19,900–63,200) |
01 |
18–27 years |
| 1.10 |
Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator |
Level 1 (Rs. 18,000–56,900) |
01 |
18–25 years |
| Total |
78 |
|
Eligibility Criteria
| Post |
Essential Qualification & Experience |
| Lower Division Clerk |
12th Class pass from a recognized board or university. Skill Test: Typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer (10 minutes). |
| Civilian Motor Driver (Ordinary Grade) |
12th Class pass or equivalent. Valid civilian driving licence for heavy vehicles. Minimum 2 years experience driving heavy vehicles. |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training) |
Matriculation pass or equivalent. Duties involve cleaning, loading/unloading, gardening, night watch, etc. |
| Stenographer Grade II |
12th Class pass or equivalent. Skill Test: Dictation 80 wpm (10 min); Transcription 50 min (English) or 65 min (Hindi) on computer. |
| Supervisor (Networking) |
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Master’s in Computer Application/Science/IT. Minimum 2 years experience in network and server management. Desired skills: Linux, firewalls, virtualization, Python, HTML, PHP. |
| Network Administrator |
12th Class pass with Diploma in Networking or Bachelor’s in Computer Application. CCNA & CCNP certificates. Minimum 2 years network administration experience. |
| Hardware Administrator |
12th Class pass with Advanced Diploma in Computer Hardware or Bachelor’s in Computer Application. VLSI certification. Minimum 2 years hardware maintenance experience. |
| Lineman |
12th Class pass with Diploma in Optical Fiber Cable Line Management. Minimum 2 years experience. Knowledge of splicing machine, OTDR, sleeve cutter. |
| Boat Builder |
12th Class pass + 2 years experience in FRP boat repair, or apprenticeship with National Apprenticeship Certificate in marine fitter trade, or ex‑sailor (Indian Navy/Coast Guard) from shipwright/hull artificer trade. |
| Technical Attendant – Printing Machine Operator |
ITI Pass Certificate in Printing Machine Operator, or Matriculation pass with minimum 1 year experience as printing machine operator. |
Pay Scale & Salary
- Level 1: Rs. 18,000–56,900
- Level 2: Rs. 19,900–63,200
- Level 4: Rs. 25,500–81,100
- Level 5: Rs. 29,200–92,300
All salaries are as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix and are subject to applicable deductions and allowances.
Application Fee
The notification does not specify any application fee. Candidates should verify the fee (if any) on the official website before dispatching the application.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Publication in Employment News |
23‑05‑2026 (Issue dated 23–29 May 2026) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application |
21 days from date of publication (if closing date falls on a holiday, next working day is the closing date) |
| Age Calculated As On |
Last date of application |
| Written Test Date |
To be notified after application scrutiny (venue: DSSC, Wellington) |
| Skill / Physical Test Date |
To be notified after written test result (wherever applicable) |
Selection Process
- Written Test (objective type) for all posts.
- Skill Test / Physical Test for posts where applicable (e.g., Motor Driver, Lineman, Boat Builder, etc.).
- Result declaration and merit list preparation.
- Final selection based on test performance and eligibility criteria.
How to Apply
- Download the official application form from the DSSC website (https://www.dssc.gov.in).
- Fill the form in BLOCK LETTERS, type or print clearly. Ensure all details are accurate.
- Attach recent passport‑size photographs (as per specifications) and self‑attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, and any other required documents.
- Prepare a Demand Draft for the application fee (if applicable) in favour of “Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington”.
- Mail the completed application form, supporting documents, and DD to:
Commandant, Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington, Nilgiris – 643 231, Tamil Nadu.
- Ensure the application reaches the address within 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News.
- Retain the acknowledgement copy for future reference.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- What is the total number of vacancies?
The recruitment offers 78 Group ‘C’ civilian posts across 10 categories.
- What is the age limit for the Multi Tasking Staff (Office & Training) post?
Candidates must be between 18 and 25 years as on the last date of application.
- Is there any relaxation in age for reserved categories?
No age relaxation is provided for OBC/SC/ST candidates applying against unreserved posts. Standard age relaxations as per government rules apply for other categories.
- Can I apply online?
The notification specifies an offline application process only.
- What documents are required for the Boat Builder post?
12th Class pass, two years experience in FRP boat repair, or an apprenticeship certificate/National Apprenticeship Certificate in marine fitter trade, or relevant ex‑serviceman documents.
