📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
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
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | DGQA / CQAE(MS), Mumbai |
| Post Name | MTS, LDC, Superintendent (Stores) |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Registered/Speed Post) |
| Last Date | 28 days from advertisement (Check Employment News) |
| Official Address | CQAE(MS), Mumbai (See Below) |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Scale/Level | Total Vacancies | Reservation Breakdown (UR/SC/ST/OBC/EWS) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 (Rs. 18,000-56,900) | 05 | UR: 02, SC: 01, ST: 01, EWS: 01 | *01 Post horizontally reserved for PwBD (D, OH) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level-2 (Rs. 19,900-63,200) | 02 | UR: 02 | *01 Post horizontally reserved for ESM |
| Superintendent (Stores) | Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,000) | 01 | UR: 01 | Subject to variation |
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).
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| MTS | 18-25 years |
| LDC | 18-27 years |
| Superintendent (Stores) | 18-27 years |
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).
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | To be announced |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 | |
| English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 25 | |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Selection Stages
- Shortlisting: Based on qualifying exam marks if applications are high.
- Written Test: Objective type (100 Marks). Merit list prepared here.
- Skill Test/LDC: Typing test (Qualifying only).
- 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)
- Prepare Documents: Collect self-attested copies of educational certificates, caste certificate (if applicable), experience certificate (for Superintendent), and PwBD/ESM certificates.
- Format: Type the application in English on A4 size paper as per prescribed format (Appendix 'A').
- Admit Card: Prepare Admit Card in duplicate as per Appendix 'A II'.
- Photographs: Attach three recent passport-size photographs. One on the application form, two self-signed on the admit cards.
- Government Servants: Must apply through proper channel with a "No Objection Certificate" from the Head of Office.
- Superscription: Write clearly on the envelope: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF _________".
- 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