Ship Building Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam — a specialised work centre under the Ministry of Defence (Research & Development) — has opened online applications for 9 Group ‘C’ technical and non-ministerial posts. The drive covers Construction Assistant ‘A’ (Fitter), Construction Handler (Electrician), Fire Engine Driver (Ordinary Grade) and Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade). Applications open on 22 August 2026 and close on 14 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs on the dedicated portal sbcrecruitment.in.
These are permanent Central Government posts on 7th CPC pay levels with posting at Visakhapatnam. Candidates with 10th pass plus ITI/NAC in the relevant trade or valid heavy/light motor vehicle licences and three years’ driving experience can apply. Selection rests on a Computer-Based Test followed by qualifying endurance or skill tests for the driver posts, then document verification and medical examination.
If you hold the exact trade certificate or driving licence listed below and fall within the 18–27 year age window (as on 14 September 2026), this is a rare single-location defence civilian opening worth immediate attention.
Who Should Apply?
- 10th pass + ITI/NAC (Fitter) + 2 years trade experience → Construction Assistant ‘A’ (Fitter) – 3 posts
- 10th pass + ITI (Electrician) → Construction Handler (Electrician) – 2 posts
- 10th pass + valid HMV licence + motor-mechanism knowledge + 3 years HMV driving experience + physical fitness → Fire Engine Driver (OG) – 3 posts
- 10th pass + valid LMV/motor-car licence + motor-mechanism knowledge + 3 years driving experience → Civilian Motor Transport Driver (OG) – 1 post
Who cannot apply
- Candidates without the exact trade ITI/NAC or the prescribed driving licence for the post they choose.
- Those who have already been re-employed in Central Government civil posts after availing Ex-Servicemen benefits (fee exemption also denied).
- Applicants above the absolute maximum age after all relaxations.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 19 August 2026 |
| Online application starts | 22 August 2026 |
| Last date for online application | 14 September 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Last date for fee payment | 14 September 2026 (23:00 hrs) |
| Tentative CBT | October 2026 |
Quick Overview – SBC Group C Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Ship Building Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam
- Parent Ministry: Ministry of Defence (Research & Development)
- Sector: Defence Research & Shipbuilding Support
- Notification / Advt No.: 3201/2026
- Total Vacancies: 9 (provisional, subject to variation)
- Job Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
- Official Website: Ship Building Centre Recruitment Portal
- Apply Online: Apply for SBC Visakhapatnam Group C 2026 (opens 22 August 2026)
- Notification PDF: Download SBC Group C Recruitment 2026 PDF
- Last Date: 14 September 2026 (23:00 hrs)
- Application Mode: Online only
What Posts Are Available? – SBC Vacancy & Eligibility 2026
Vacancies are provisional and subject to variation. Category-wise break-up is not fully published in the notification; only post-wise totals are confirmed.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Construction Assistant ‘A’ (Fitter) | 3 | 10th pass + ITI/NAC or equivalent in Fitter trade + 2 years experience in the trade | Level-2 |
| Construction Handler (Electrician) | 2 | 10th pass + Certificate from recognised ITI in Electrician trade | Level-1 |
| Fire Engine Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 3 | 10th pass + valid Heavy Motor Vehicle driving licence + knowledge of motor mechanism + minimum 3 years HMV driving experience + physical fitness for strenuous duties | Level-3 |
| Civilian Motor Transport Driver (Ordinary Grade) | 1 | 10th pass + valid Light Motor Vehicle / motor-car driving licence + knowledge of motor mechanism + minimum 3 years driving experience (Heavy Vehicle licence desirable) | Level-2 |
Note: FED (OG) and CMTD (OG) posts are identified as not suitable for PwBD.
Interpretation: The three Fire Engine Driver seats and the single MT Driver seat require both a valid licence and proven three-year experience — these are the rarer posts. Fitter and Electrician seats favour candidates who already hold the exact ITI certificate plus (for Fitter) two years of hands-on work.
What Is the Age Limit?
Age is calculated as of the closing date — 14 September 2026.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 18 years | 27 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 30 years |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 32 years |
| PwBD | 18 years | 37 years |
| Departmental candidates (3+ years continuous Central Govt service) | — | 40 years (45 years for ST) |
Examples: ✅ A 26-year-old UR candidate born on 15 September 2000 — eligible (within 27-year limit as on 14 September 2026). ❌ A 28-year-old UR candidate born on 14 September 1998 — not eligible (exceeds maximum age by 1 year).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
What Is the Salary? – SBC Group C Posts 2026
Pay is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
| Pay Level | Basic Pay | Approx. In-Hand (Visakhapatnam – Y-class city) |
|---|---|---|
| Level-1 (Construction Handler) | ₹18,000 | ₹27,000–₹30,000 per month |
| Level-2 (Construction Assistant ‘A’ & CMTD) | ₹19,900 | ₹30,000–₹33,000 per month |
| Level-3 (Fire Engine Driver) | ₹21,700 | ₹32,000–₹36,000 per month |
Figures include current DA (approx. 55 %), 20 % HRA for Y-class city and Transport Allowance, minus NPS (10 %) and nominal deductions. Actual take-home depends on the exact DA rate on joining and individual deductions.
Calculate your exact take-home using our 7th CPC Salary Calculator.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | ₹350 (excluding bank/gateway charges) |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen / Women | Nil |
Payment is online only (Net Banking, Visa/Master/RuPay cards, UPI). Fee is non-refundable. Ex-Servicemen already re-employed in Central Government civil posts after availing ESM benefits are not eligible for fee exemption.
How to Apply?
- Visit the official portal sbcrecruitment.in on or after 22 August 2026.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Fill in personal, educational, trade and experience details carefully.
- Upload scanned photograph, signature, 10th certificate, ITI/NAC or driving licence, caste/ESM/PwBD certificate (if applicable) and date-of-birth proof. Use our Photo & Signature Resizer to meet size requirements.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable).
- Preview the form, submit and download/print the final application for future reference.
No offline or email applications are accepted.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without the exact ITI trade or the correct class of driving licence — applications will be rejected at scrutiny.
- Uploading unclear or oversized photo/signature that fail the portal check.
- Waiting until 14 September evening — heavy traffic may prevent submission.
- Claiming fee exemption as an Ex-Serviceman when already re-employed in a Central civil post.
- Entering incorrect date of birth; only Matriculation/SSC certificate is accepted as proof.
షిప్ బిల్డింగ్ సెంటర్ విశాఖపట్నం గ్రూప్ సి భర్తీ 2026 – 9 పోస్టులకు ఆన్లైన్ దరఖాస్తు
షిప్ బిల్డింగ్ సెంటర్ (SBC), విశాఖపట్నం — రక్షణ మంత్రిత్వ శాఖ (పరిశోధన & అభివృద్ధి) కింద పనిచేసే కేంద్రం — 9 గ్రూప్ ‘సి’ పోస్టులకు ఆన్లైన్ దరఖాస్తులు ఆహ్వానిస్తోంది. దరఖాస్తు ప్రారంభం 22 ఆగస్టు 2026, చివరి తేదీ 14 సెప్టెంబర్ 2026 సాయంత్రం 11 గంటలు. విశాఖపట్నంలోనే పోస్టింగ్ ఉండటం ఈ భర్తీలోని ప్రత్యేకత.
ఎవరు దరఖాస్తు చేయవచ్చు? 10వ తరగతి పాస్ + ఫిట్టర్ ఐటిఐ/ఎన్ఎసి + 2 సంవత్సరాల అనుభవం ఉన్నవారు కన్స్ట్రక్షన్ అసిస్టెంట్ ‘ఎ’ పోస్టుకు అర్హులు. ఎలక్ట్రీషియన్ ఐటిఐ ఉన్నవారు కన్స్ట్రక్షన్ హ్యాండ్లర్ పోస్టుకు అర్హులు. హెవీ మోటార్ వాహన లైసెన్స్ + 3 సంవత్సరాల డ్రైవింగ్ అనుభవం ఉన్నవారు ఫైర్ ఇంజిన్ డ్రైవర్ పోస్టుకు, లైట్ మోటార్ వాహన లైసెన్స్ ఉన్నవారు సివిలియన్ ఎమ్టి డ్రైవర్ పోస్టుకు అర్హులు. వయస్సు 18 నుంచి 27 సంవత్సరాలు (14 సెప్టెంబర్ 2026 నాటికి).
వేతనం మరియు ఎంపిక ప్రక్రియ లెవెల్-1 నుంచి లెవెల్-3 వరకు 7వ వేతన కమిషన్ ప్రకారం. ప్రారంభ ఇన్-హ్యాండ్ వేతనం సుమారు ₹27,000 నుంచి ₹36,000 వరకు ఉంటుంది. ఎంపిక కంప్యూటర్ ఆధారిత పరీక్ష (CBT) ద్వారా జరుగుతుంది. డ్రైవర్ పోస్టులకు అదనంగా ఎండ్యూరెన్స్/స్కిల్ టెస్ట్ ఉంటుంది. అర్హతా మార్కులు UR 35%, OBC 30%, ఇతరులు 25%.
ఎలా దరఖాస్తు చేయాలి? sbcrecruitment.in వెబ్సైట్లో రిజిస్టర్ అయి ఆన్లైన్ ఫామ్ నింపాలి. ఫోటో, సంతకం, విద్యా సర్టిఫికెట్లు, లైసెన్స్ అప్లోడ్ చేసి ఫీజు చెల్లించాలి. జనరల్/ఓబిసి అభ్యర్థులు ₹350 చెల్లించాలి; SC/ST/PwBD/మహిళలు/ఎక్స్-సర్వీస్మెన్కు ఫీజు లేదు. చివరి రోజు వరకు వేచి ఉండకండి. పూర్తి వివరాలకు అధికారిక నోటిఫికేషన్ PDF చూడండి.
How Are Candidates Selected?
Selection is a multi-stage process:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT) – 100 multiple-choice questions, 120 minutes, bilingual (Hindi/English except General English).
- Endurance / Skill Test (only for Fire Engine Driver and Civilian MT Driver) – qualifying in nature; shortlisting ratio approximately 1:15 based on CBT merit.
- Document Verification.
- Medical Examination.
- Final merit prepared solely on CBT marks (subject to qualifying the skill/endurance test where applicable).
CBT Pattern
| Subject | CA’A’ / CH (Questions) | FED / CMTD (Questions) |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence | 20 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 20 | 25 |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 25 |
| Trade Syllabus / General English | 40 (Trade) | 25 (English) |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Duration | 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
Minimum qualifying marks (aggregate): UR 35 %, OBC 30 %, all other categories 25 %.
Endurance Test (Fire Engine Driver only)
- Carry filled sand & water buckets 100 m in 45 seconds
- Squats (Uthak-Baithak) – 20
- Push-ups – 15
- Bent-knee sit-ups – 15
Candidates must also qualify the Skill Test covering driving of DCP and water fire tenders, vehicle mechanism knowledge, tyre changing, minor defect rectification and fire-fighting awareness.
Why Does Ship Building Centre Visakhapatnam Matter?
Ship Building Centre, Visakhapatnam functions as a specialised work centre under the Ministry of Defence (Research & Development). It supports naval and defence shipbuilding and related technical activities at the strategic eastern seaboard location.
Civilian Group ‘C’ posts here offer stable Central Government employment with 7th CPC benefits and single-city posting — an advantage many all-India defence civilian drives do not provide. The downside is the extremely limited number of seats (only 9) and the strict requirement of exact trade certificates or driving licences, which keeps competition high among local trade-qualified candidates.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst’s Take
Compared with other recent Visakhapatnam defence civilian openings (Hindustan Shipyard Limited fixed-term technical posts or Naval Dockyard apprentice seats), SBC’s Group ‘C’ drive is smaller but permanent and carries full Central Government status with Level-1 to Level-3 pay.
Best fit: Local ITI Fitter or Electrician holders with the required experience, and drivers already holding HMV/LMV licences plus three years of proven driving work who prefer a stable single-location government job over contractual or apprenticeship options.
Who should skip: Candidates without the precise trade certificate or licence listed for each post, or those seeking higher pay scales (Level-6 and above) or all-India transfer options.
Practical tip: Start scanning and resizing your documents today and keep both soft and hard copies of the exact ITI certificate or driving licence ready — the portal will reject incomplete uploads, and the seat count is too small to risk a technical rejection.
What Documents Are Required?
- Recent passport-size photograph and signature (as per portal specifications)
- 10th / Matriculation certificate (for date of birth and educational qualification)
- ITI / NAC certificate in the relevant trade (for CA’A’ and CH)
- Valid Heavy or Light Motor Vehicle driving licence (for FED and CMTD)
- Experience certificates (2 years trade / 3 years driving as applicable)
- Caste / EWS / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen certificate (if claiming reservation or fee exemption)
- Any other document demanded at the time of document verification
What Happens After Selection?
- Provisional merit list is published on the basis of CBT marks (after skill/endurance qualification where required).
- Shortlisted candidates are called for document verification at Visakhapatnam.
- Medical examination is conducted as per Central Government standards for Group ‘C’ posts.
- Offer of appointment is issued subject to satisfactory verification and medical fitness.
- Candidate joins duty at Ship Building Centre, Visakhapatnam and is placed on probation as per rules.
- Confirmation and regular benefits (including NPS) follow successful completion of probation.
Contact & Helpline
Recruitment-specific contact details are not published in the current notification. All queries should be directed through the official portal sbcrecruitment.in. Check the detailed advertisement for any helpline numbers that may be added later.
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Important Links – SBC Group C 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Notification PDF | Download SBC Group C Recruitment 2026 PDF |
| Apply Online | Apply for SBC Visakhapatnam Group C 2026 (opens 22 August 2026) |
| Official Portal | Ship Building Centre Recruitment Portal |
FAQs – SBC Visakhapatnam Group C Recruitment 2026
Q1: What is the last date to apply for SBC Group C 2026?
A: 14 September 2026 at 23:00 hrs. Late applications are not accepted, and no extension has been announced as of 19 August 2026.
Q2: What is the age limit for SBC Group C posts?
A: 18 to 27 years as of 14 September 2026 for UR candidates. OBC gets 3 years, SC/ST gets 5 years, and PwBD gets 10 years’ relaxation.
Q3: Is there an exam for SBC Visakhapatnam Group C, or is it interview-based?
A: Yes — a Computer-Based Test of 100 questions (120 minutes) is mandatory for all posts. Driver posts additionally require qualifying endurance and skill tests.
Q4: What is the salary of SBC Group C posts?
A: Level-1 starts around ₹27,000–30,000 in-hand, Level-2 around ₹30,000–33,000 and Level-3 around ₹32,000–36,000 per month in Visakhapatnam (Y-class HRA).
Q5: Can final-year students or result-awaited candidates apply for SBC 2026?
A: No. You must already possess the 10th pass certificate plus the required ITI/NAC or driving licence by the closing date.
Q6: Is SBC Group C a permanent government job?
A: Yes. These are permanent General Central Service Group ‘C’ posts under the Ministry of Defence with 7th CPC pay and NPS benefits.
Q7: Can candidates from other states apply for SBC recruitment?
A: Yes. This is a Central Government recruitment open to all Indian citizens. No domicile restriction is mentioned.
Q8: Where will I be posted if selected for SBC Visakhapatnam?
A: At Ship Building Centre, Visakhapatnam. The notification indicates a single-location posting.
Q9: Is the Fire Engine Driver post worth applying for?
A: Yes, if you already hold a valid HMV licence and three years’ experience. The seat count is only three, and the endurance test is rigorous, so competition will be intense among local drivers.
Q10: Do I need experience for the Electrician post?
A: No additional experience is required beyond the recognised ITI certificate in the Electrician trade and 10th pass.
Q11: What are the disadvantages of these SBC Group C posts?
A: The honest downside is the very small number of vacancies (only 9) and the rigid requirement of exact trade certificates or driving licences, which limits eligibility sharply.
Q12: How much do Group C technical posts pay in defence establishments?
A: Level-1 to Level-3 posts typically offer ₹27,000–36,000 in-hand in non-metro cities after DA and HRA, similar to other Central Government civilian technical roles.
Q13: Is there any physical test for Fitter and Electrician posts?
A: No. Endurance and skill tests apply only to Fire Engine Driver and Civilian MT Driver posts. Fitter and Electrician selection is based solely on CBT merit plus document verification and medical fitness.
Final Checklist – Is This the Right Job for You?
- You meet the age and educational criteria as on 14 September 2026.
- You hold the exact ITI/NAC or driving licence required for the post you choose.
- You can arrange all required documents and certificates before document verification.
- You are prepared for the Computer-Based Test (and endurance/skill test if applying for driver posts).
- You understand the posting is at Visakhapatnam and are willing to serve there.
📄 Source: Official notification released by Ship Building Centre, Visakhapatnam (Advt. No. 3201/2026). All details sourced from the official notification PDF.
