DSSC recruitment 2026: The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington has officially commenced its recruitment drive for the year 2026. The premier defence institution is looking to fill 78 vacancies across various Group C civilian posts through an offline application process.Eligible candidates can submit their applications until June 12, 2026. The registration window opened on May 23, 2026, allowing applicants a three-week period to dispatch their completed forms and necessary documents to the college campus located in Tamil Nadu.Vacancies and monthly pay scales
The 78 available positions span multiple administrative, technical, and support roles, each tied to a specific pay matrix level under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The highest number of openings is for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS – Office & Training) with 38 vacancies at Level 1 (Rs 18,000 – Rs 56,900).Other vacancies include Civilian Motor Drivers, Lower Division Clerks (LDC), and Stenographers Grade II. Technical positions comprise Network Administrators, Hardware Administrators, Linemen, Supervisor (Networking), Boat Builder, and Technical Attendant (Printing Machine Operator). Salaries for these roles range from Level 1 up to Level 5 (Rs 29,200 – Rs 92,300).Academic eligibility and age limitsEducational requirements vary across the different civilian profiles. Candidates applying for MTS and Technical Attendant roles must have passed 10th standard. LDC and Stenographer posts require a 12th-standard pass certificate. Technical administration and networking jobs demand relevant ITI certificates, diplomas, or graduate and postgraduate degrees.The age criteria are divided into two brackets based on the specific post. The age limit for MTS and Technical Attendant positions is 18 to 25 years. For all other Group C roles, applicants must be between 18 and 27 years old. Standard age relaxations apply for OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD categories as per government rules.Selection criteria and application processThe selection process involves a written examination covering general intelligence, reasoning, numerical aptitude, general English, and general awareness. Candidates applying for typing or technical roles, such as LDC, Stenographer, and Driver, must also pass a mandatory skill or trade test.Applicants must download the official form from the DSSC website and type it out in block letters. A non-refundable demand draft of Rs 100, drawn in favour of “DSSC Direct Recruitment 2026” payable at Canara Bank, DSSC Branch, must accompany the form. The physical envelope containing the self-attested documents must be sent via post to:The Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiris) – 643231, Tamil Nadu.
