📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
Technician (Semi-Skilled) - Group 'C' Industrial
The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), under the Ministry of Defence, has released Advertisement No. CQA(HV)/2026/Tech(SS) for the direct recruitment of 15 Technician (Semi-Skilled) posts. These are Group 'C', Non-Ministerial, Industrial positions in various trades. Applications are invited from eligible Indian Nationals for specific establishments and locations.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | DGQA, Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Technician (Semi-Skilled) / Labourer |
| Total Vacancies | 15 |
| Application Mode | Offline (by Speed Post) |
| Last Date | 28 days from the date of publication in Employment News |
| Job Type | Permanent (Group 'C' Industrial) |
| Official Website | dgqadefence.gov.in |
Vacancy Details (Establishment-wise & Trade-wise)
| Establishment (Location) | Trade | Total Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | EWS | ESM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CQA(HV), Avadi, Chennai (CH-054) | Fitter Auto | 7 | 4 | - | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| CQA(HV), Avadi, Chennai (CH-054) | Electrician Mate | 2 | 2 | - | - | - | - |
| CQA(ICV), Sangareddy Dist., Telangana (YM-205) | Electrician Mate | 1 | - | - | 1 | - | - |
| CQA(ICV), Sangareddy Dist., Telangana (YM-205) | Fitter Auto | 3 | 2 | 1 | - | - | - |
| SQAE(Vehicles), Chennai (CH-061) | Fitter Auto | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| SQAE(Vehicles), Chennai (CH-061) | Labourer | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 15 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Note: One vacancy (UR) for Labourer is also advertised. The Labourer post falls under the same notification and application process.
Employment Type:FULL_TIME (Permanent)
Number of Vacancies:15
Educational Qualification:
Age Limit (as on closing date):
Salary: Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 - ₹56,900) as per 7th CPC. Plus DA, HRA, TA, Children Education Allowance, LTC, Medical, CSD facilities, and other allowances as per Government of India rules. Covered under NPS/UPS.
Selection Procedure: Written Test (Objective Type - MCQ), followed by a Trade Test (for shortlisted candidates).
Application Fee: Not mentioned in the notification.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Candidates must apply offline by following the steps below. Only applications sent by Speed Post to the specified address will be accepted.
- Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application format (Appendix 'A') and admit card (Appendix 'B') from the official notification.
- Fill the Form: Fill in all details in block letters using black/blue ballpoint pen or neatly typed on A4 paper. Avoid overwriting or corrections.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents:
- Educational qualification certificates
- Date of Birth certificate (Matriculation/Birth Certificate)
- Caste certificate (if applicable, in prescribed format)
- EWS certificate (if applicable, Annexure-IV format)
- e-PPO/Discharge certificate (for Ex-Servicemen)
- NOC from current employer (for government employees)
- Aadhaar card copy
- Two self-addressed envelopes of 30x12 cm size with ₹55 postal stamp
- Two recent passport-size photographs (self-signed) on the application and admit cards
- Duly filled and signed admit card (Appendix 'B') in duplicate
- Instruction for examination (Appendix 'C') duly signed
- Superscribe Envelope: Write "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SEMI SKILLED) TRADE:
ESTABLISHMENT CODE: clearly on the top of the envelope." - Send Application: Send the complete application by Speed Post to the address below.
The Controller
Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Heavy Vehicles)
Post Box No. 20, Avadi, Chennai - 600054
Deadline: Applications must be received within 28 days (or 35 days for remote areas) from the date of publication in Employment News.
Important Instructions & Exam Details
- Single Application: Only one application per candidate is allowed. Multiple applications will lead to summary rejection.
- Written Exam: Objective type (MCQ), no negative marking. Subjects: General Intelligence & Reasoning (25 marks), General Awareness (25 marks), English Language & Comprehension (25 marks), Numerical Aptitude (25 marks).
- Trade Test: 100 marks, with a minimum qualifying score of 40 marks.
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be in good mental and physical health. Night blindness or colour blindness will lead to disqualification.
- No TA/DA: No travelling or dearness allowance is admissible for attending the written test or trade test.
- Legal Jurisdiction: Any disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of courts/tribunals in Chennai only.
- Caution: Candidates are advised not to be misled by fraudulent recruitment offers. The DGQA reserves the right to cancel/suspend the recruitment process at any stage.
🔗 Important Official Links
Official Notification (PDF): Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official Website: https://dgqadefence.gov.in