Ministry of Defence Announces Recruitment for Group C Staff in Jaipur

The Ministry of Defence has announced a recruitment drive for 12 Group C Staff positions in Jaipur, specifically for the role of Saiq. Eligible candidates can apply offline within 21 days from the publication date of the recruitment notice. The positions are reserved for EWS, OBC, and ST categories, with specific age limits and educational qualifications required. The selection process includes application screening, a written examination, and medical verification. Interested applicants should prepare their applications carefully and send them to the designated address. Don't miss this opportunity to join the Ministry of Defence!

By Ambika Singh Feb 10, 2026, 10:20 IST

Ministry of Defence Recruitment 2026

Ministry of Defence Vacancy 2026: The Government of India's Ministry of Defence has issued Recruitment Notice No. 01/2026 for the direct hiring of Group C Staff at the 61 Cavalry in Jaipur. Indian citizens who meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply for the position of Saiq. Applications must be submitted within 21 days, including Sundays and public holidays, from the date this recruitment notice appears in Employment News.

A total of 12 positions are available for the Saiq role, which is designated for candidates from the EWS, OBC, and ST categories. The Saiq is responsible for the care, feeding, and training of horses.

Detailed Information

Post Title: Saiq (Group 'C')

Total Positions: 12

Salary Range: Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) + Allowances

Application Method: Offline (via post)

Educational Requirement: 10th Pass

Job Locations: Jaipur and New Delhi

Application Requirements

Candidates must have completed the Matriculation (10th) examination from a recognized board or possess equivalent qualifications.

Age Limit

For candidates in the EWS category, the age limit is 18 to 25 years, with government employees eligible for age relaxation up to 35 years according to central government regulations. The age limit for OBC candidates is 18 to 28 years, while for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, it is 18 to 30 years.

Category-Wise Vacancies

Category	Number of Vacancies
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	04
Other Backward Class (OBC)	07
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	01
Total	12

Selection Process

The selection will involve:

1. Screening of applications based on the number of submissions and candidates' matriculation exam scores.

2. Written Examination: Qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an offline written test.

3. Medical Examination and Document Verification: Candidates who pass the written test will undergo a medical examination, and their original documents, character certificates, and prior experience will be verified.

Application Submission

Applications must be submitted offline. Eligible candidates should prepare a typed application on A4-sized paper and send it by post to the designated address. The application must include all necessary documents and a self-addressed stamped envelope.

Address: Commandant, Headquarters AC Centre & School, Pin 900476, C/o 56 APO.