Army Ordnance Corps AOC Tradesman, Fireman and Other Post 2024 Syllabus

Army Ordnance Corps AOC Tradesman, Fireman and Other Post Recruitment 2024 Syllabus

Details of Physical Endurance and Skill Tests

Post Name: Material Assistant

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): None
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Junior Office Assistant (JOA)

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Typing Proficiency Test:
    • English: 35 Words Per Minute
    • Hindi: 30 Words Per Minute (on computer)
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Civilian Motor Driver (CMD) OG

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Driving Test and Verbal Questioning about the internal functioning of heavy and light vehicles.
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Tele Operator Grade-II

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): None
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Fireman

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Physical Measurements:
    • Height (without shoes): 165 cm (Relaxation of 2.5 cm for ST candidates)
    • Chest (unexpanded): 81.5 cm
    • Chest (expanded): 85 cm
    • Weight (minimum): 50 kg
  • Physical Endurance Test:
      • 1.6 km Run:
        • General candidates: 6 minutes
        • Female candidates: 8 minutes 26 seconds
        • Ex-Servicemen:
          • Below 40 years: 7 minutes 11 seconds
          • 40–45 years: 7 minutes 48 seconds
          • Above 45 years: 9 minutes 22 seconds
      • Carrying a person weighing 63.5 kg to a distance of 183 meters within 96 seconds.
      • Clearing a 2.7-meter-wide ditch (long jump) landing on both feet.
      • Climbing a 3-meter vertical rope using hands and feet.
  • Stage-II:Written Exam

 

Post Name: Carpenter & Joiner

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Crafting wooden furniture with proper finishing and answering questions about types of wood and furniture.
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Painter & Decorator

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Painting of wooden and iron items and answering questions on color mixing.
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): None
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Post Name: Tradesman Mate

  • Stage-I (Qualifying): Physical Endurance Test:
    • 1.5 km Run:
      • General candidates: 6 minutes
      • Female candidates: 8 minutes 26 seconds
      • Ex-Servicemen:
        • Below 40 years: 7 minutes 11 seconds
        • 40–45 years: 7 minutes 48 seconds
        • Above 45 years: 9 minutes 22 seconds
    • Carrying a 50 kg weight for 200 meters within:
      • General candidates: 100 seconds
      • Female candidates: 3 minutes 45 seconds
      • Ex-Servicemen (based on age groups): 120–160 seconds
  • Stage-II: Written Exam

 

Written Test Syllabus

For Posts in Pay Level-1 & 2 (Matric Level Standard)

Subject No. of Questions Marks Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning 50 50 2 Hours (Extra 20 mins for visually handicapped)
Numeric Aptitude 25 25  
General English 25 25  
General Awareness 50 50  
Total 150 150  

 

For Posts in Pay Level-2 (10+2 Level Standard)

Subject No. of Questions Marks Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning 50 50 2 Hours (Extra 20 mins for visually handicapped)
Numeric Aptitude 25 25  
General Awareness 25 25  
English Language & Comprehension 50 50  
Total 150 150  

 

For Posts in Pay Level-5 (Graduate Level Standard)

Subject No. of Questions Marks Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning 50 50 2 Hours (Extra 20 mins for visually handicapped)
Numeric Aptitude 25 25  
General Awareness 25 25  
English Language & Comprehension 50 50  
Total 150 150  

 

Important Notes for Army Ordnance Corps Recruitment Examination

 

Note-I: The examination will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions only. Questions will be set in both English and Hindi, except for the sections on General English and English Language & Comprehension.

Note-II: The examination will use Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) Sheets for answers. A sample OMR sheet can be found under the ‘Candidates Corner’ on the official recruitment portal: https://aocrecruitment.gov.in.

Note-III: There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer in the written test.

Syllabus Details:

  1. General Intelligence & Reasoning:
    This section will include both verbal and non-verbal questions covering:

    • Analogies and differences
    • Space visualization
    • Problem-solving and analysis
    • Judgment and decision-making
    • Visual memory and observation skills
    • Relationships, concepts, and classification (verbal and figure-based)
    • Arithmetical number series and computations
    • Abstract ideas, symbols, and their relationships

  2. General English:
    Tests the candidate's understanding of the English language, focusing on:

    • Grammar and sentence structure
    • Vocabulary and correct usage
    • Synonyms and antonyms

  3. Numerical Aptitude:
    Questions will cover mathematical problems related to:

    • Number systems, whole numbers, decimals, and fractions
    • Arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, etc.)
    • Percentages, ratios, averages, and proportions
    • Interest, profit & loss, discount calculations
    • Time, distance, work, mensuration, and graphs

  4. General Awareness:
    Designed to assess the candidate’s knowledge of:

    • Current events and general awareness of the environment
    • India's history, culture, geography, and economic scene
    • Sports, Indian Constitution, and scientific research
    • Neighboring countries and general policy topics

Additional Guidelines

  1. Posting Preferences:

    • Candidates can indicate their preferred regions for posting.
    • However, postings will be determined based on organizational requirements, and candidates may be assigned to any region, including hard-to-reach or high-altitude areas.
    • All selected candidates will have a two-year probation period, subject to satisfactory performance.

  2. Health Requirements:
    Candidates must be in sound mental and physical health, free from any conditions that could hinder their performance. Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination to confirm their fitness.

  3. Vacancy Adjustments:

    • The number of posts is tentative, and the recruitment process can be altered or canceled at any stage.

  4. Reservations:

    • SC/ST/OBC/EWS/ESM/PwBD candidates can compete for unreserved (UR) vacancies without relaxation or concessions.

  5. Qualification Weightage:
    No extra weightage will be given for higher or additional qualifications.

  6. Instructions for Application Submission:

    • Candidates must carefully read and follow the instructions provided under the ‘Candidates Corner’ section on the official portal before applying.
    • Consent to the terms by clicking the dialog box before proceeding.

  7. TA/DA Policy:
    No travel or accommodation allowance will be provided. Candidates must arrange their own lodging and boarding for the tests.

  8. COVID-19 Protocols:
    Shortlisted candidates must adhere to existing Central and State Government COVID-19 protocols during the recruitment tests and carry their own masks and sanitizers.

  9. Disqualification Rules:

    • Candidates involved in polygamous marriages (as defined below) are disqualified unless exempted by the Central Government:
      • Individuals who marry someone with an existing spouse.
      • Individuals with a living spouse who marry another person.

  10. Disclaimer:
    These rules may be relaxed by the Central Government if permissible under applicable personal laws and justified by valid grounds.

Army Ordnance Corps AOC Tradesman, Fireman and Other Post 2024 Syllabus