DGQA CQAE Mumbai Group C Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for MTS, LDC, Superintendent Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

DGQA CQAE Mumbai Group C Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for MTS, LDC, Superintendent Posts - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Chief Quality Assurance Establishment (MS) [CQAE(MS)], Mumbai, has released an advertisement (No. 2381/Group 'C'/2025-26) inviting applications for various Group 'C' Non-Gazetted/Non-Ministerial & Ministerial posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates looking for central government jobs in Mumbai. A total of 11 vacancies are available for the posts of Multi Tasking Staff (MTS), Lower Division Clerk (LDC), and Superintendent (Stores).

Recruitment Type: This recruitment involves a Competitive Written Examination followed by Skill/Trade Tests. The selection is not solely based on an interview but requires clearing objective-type written tests.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Multi Tasking Staff (MTS): Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized Board.
• Lower Division Clerk (LDC): 12th class pass from a recognized Board AND Minimum typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on Computer.
• Superintendent (Stores): 10+2 or equivalent from recognized Board/University + Certificate course in Material Management + Two years experience in Store keeping/Accountancy.

2. Age Limit & Relaxation

Crucial Date for Age Calculation: Closing date for receipt of applications (28 days from publication).

Age Relaxation Rules:

• SC/ST: 5 years (only for reserved vacancies).
• OBC: 3 years (only for reserved vacancies; Non-Creamy Layer certificate mandatory).
• PwBD: 10 years (13 years for PwBD+OBC, 15 years for PwBD+SC/ST).
• Ex-Servicemen: 3 years after deduction of military service.
• Departmental Candidates: Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST) with 3 years continuous service.

Selection Process & Exam Pattern

The selection involves a Written Test (Objective Type) followed by a Skill Test (for LDC) or Trade Test (if applicable).

Written Examination Scheme

Exam Mode: Offline (OMR Based) or Online (CBT) - To be specified in Call Letter.

Syllabus: 10th/12th Standard CBSE Syllabus, Bilingual (except English).

Negative Marking: None (No negative marking for wrong answers).

Selection Stages

1. Shortlisting: Based on qualifying exam marks if applications are high.
2. Written Test: Objective type (100 Marks). Merit list prepared here.
3. Skill Test/LDC: Typing test (Qualifying only).
4. Document Verification & Medical Exam: Final appointment strictly based on this.

Application Fee

Note: The provided text does not explicitly mention an application fee. Candidates should check the Employment News advertisement or confirm with the office, though offline posts often have no fee or a nominal DD requirement. (Standard practice: Check notification PDF for exact fee if any).

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

1. Prepare Documents: Collect self-attested copies of educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificate (for Superintendent), and PwBD/ESM certificates.
2. Format: Type the application in English on A4 size paper as per prescribed format (Appendix 'A').
3. Admit Card: Prepare Admit Card in duplicate as per Appendix 'A II'.
4. Photographs: Attach three recent passport-size photographs. One on the application form, two self-signed on the admit cards.
5. Government Servants: Must apply through proper channel with a "No Objection Certificate" from the Head of Office.
6. Superscription: Write clearly on the envelope: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _________".
7. Submission: Send via Registered Post or Speed Post only to the address below. Ordinary mail will be rejected.

Send Application To:

Chief Quality Assurance Officer (MS)

7th Floor, NMRL/DGQA Building

Near Tiger Gate, Naval Dockyard

Mumbai - 400 001

Maharashtra

Important Dates

• Advertisement Published: Check Employment News.
• Last Date for Receipt of Application: 28 days from the date of publication in Employment News. (28th March 2026)
• Last Date for Remote Areas: 35 days from the date of publication (Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, A&N Islands, Lakshadweep).
• Exam Date: To be notified in Call Letter.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download Here
• Application Format (Appendix A & A II): Refer to Official Notification PDF
• Official Website (DGQA): http://dgqa.mod.gov.in