Defence Security Corps (DSC) में भर्ती होने के लिए Notification release ho chuka hai , jo ki Ex-NCOs/OR (including clerks) ke liye hai. Latest communication के अनुसार HQ Artillery Centre se, enrolment 24 April 2026 ko Artillery Centre, Nashik Road Camp mein scheduled hai.

Yeh Ex-Servicemen (ESM) ke liye ek bahut important opportunity hai jismein ve dobara ek disciplined uniformed role mein join karke देश की सेवा security capacity mein जारी रख सकते हैं.

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What is the Defence Security Corps (DSC)?

The DSC is a specialized wing under the Indian Armed Forces responsible for:

Security of military installations
Protection of ammunition depots and sensitive defence assets
Guarding strategic infrastructure

Unlike regular army roles, DSC primarily recruits retired personnel, making it a unique second-career option for veterans.

Key Highlights of Current Enrolment

Category: Re-enrolment of Ex-NCOs/OR (including clerks)
Corps Covered: Regiment of Artillery & Army Aviation Corps
Location: Artillery Centre, Nashik
Date: 24 April 2026
Instruction Issued To: All Artillery Brigades & Regiments to inform eligible ESMs

👉 Units have been directed to disseminate this information widely among ex-servicemen.

Eligibility Criteria for DSC Enrolment

To apply for DSC (JCO/OR categories), candidates must meet the following conditions:

✅ 1. Service Background

Must be a retired member of:
- Army
- Navy
- Air Force

✅ 2. Age Limit

Maximum age: 50 years at the time of enrolment

✅ 3. Educational Qualification

Minimum: Matriculation (10th Pass)

✅ 4. Medical Standards

Must have been in SHAPE-1 medical category at discharge
Must pass fresh medical examination

✅ 5. Character & Service Record

Last 5 years grading:
- “Very Good” or “Superior”
Disciplinary criteria:
- JCOs: No red ink entries
- ORs: Maximum one red ink entry in last 5 years

✅ 6. Gap After Discharge

Ideally within 2 years of retirement
Relaxations may apply depending on vacancy and policy updates

Step-by-Step Enrolment Process

The DSC recruitment process is structured and handled through Regimental Centres and Army Recruiting Offices (AROs).

1. Registration at ARO/ Regimental Centre

Ex-servicemen must register at their concerned Regimental Centre/Depot Regiment or nearest ARO
Seniority is based on registration date
This determines call-up priority

2. Call-Up & Screening

Candidates are called as per vacancy and seniority
Initial verification of documents and service records

3. Physical Proficiency Test (PPT)

Basic fitness test conducted
No fresh measurement of height/weight (already qualified during service)

4. Medical Examination

Conducted at Military Hospital, including:

Blood tests (Haemogram, Sugar, Cholesterol)
Chest X-ray
ECG
General health assessment

5. Final Selection & Enrolment

Based on:
- Medical fitness
- Service record
- Availability of vacancies

Special Provision for Serving Personnel

Personnel still in service can opt for DSC
Option must be exercised 6 months before retirement

Why DSC is a Good Opportunity for Ex-Servicemen

✔ Continued association with uniformed service
✔ Stable government employment
✔ Less physically demanding than active combat roles
✔ Opportunity to serve in static locations