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Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) Invites Application for 14 Technician Recruitment 2026

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Organization
Location / State
Total Vacancies
👥 14 Posts
Last Date
⏰ 28 August 2026
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Recruitment Highlights & Key Fact-Sheet

Summary of official notification, eligibility criteria, vacancies, and key dates.

🏛️ Official Notification Summary
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Total Vacancies
14 Posts
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Salary / Pay Scale
Technician (Semi Skilled) will be in Pay M...
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Application Mode
Offline (Registered/Speed Post)
Last Date to Apply
28 August 2026
🏛️ Conducting Body Directorate General of Quality Assurance 📑 Advt / Notification No. CQA(S)/2026/Tech(SS) & Tech(SK)
💼 Post Name Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi Skilled) 📍 Job Location Anywhere in India
🎓 Qualification For Skilled: Matriculation + ITI in specified trade + 1 year experience. For Semi Skilled: ITI pass in any trade. 🎂 Age Criteria Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the application closing date, with age relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, and departmental candidates.
💵 Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (No Fee / Free) 🎯 Selection Method The selection process includes a written test (objective MCQ, no negative marking) followed by a trade test. There is no interview.
🌐 Official Website www.dgqa.gov.in ↗ 📄 Notification Document Available in notification details below
📮 Important Notice: Offline Application via Speed / Registered Post

Please Note: This recruitment is strictly processed via Offline Mode. There is no online registration link on any portal. Candidates must download the official notification & application format, fill it out, enclose self-attested copies of supporting documents, and dispatch the envelope through Speed Post or Registered Post before 28 August 2026.

📑 Candidate Enclosure Checklist (Self-Attested Copies)
✅ Duly filled & signed official application form
✅ Proof of Date of Birth (10th/Matriculation Certificate)
✅ Educational Degree & Marksheets (Graduation / Post Graduation)
✅ Experience & Relieving Certificates (Minimum required service)
✅ Last Pay Certificate (LPC) / Pension Payment Order (PPO) for retired officers
✅ Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar / Passport / Voter Card / PAN)

📋 Complete Notification Details

Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi Skilled)

Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Ministry of Defence

The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, has released a notification for the recruitment of 14 Technicians (Skilled and Semi Skilled) in Group 'C', Non-Ministerial, Industrial posts. Eligible candidates can apply offline by sending their application by Registered or Speed Post.

Quick Overview
Particular Details
OrganizationDirectorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Ministry of Defence
Post NamesTechnician (Skilled), Technician (Semi Skilled)
Total Vacancies14
Advertisement No.CQA(S)/2026/Tech(SS) & Tech(SK)
Application ModeOffline (Registered/Speed Post)
Last Date to Apply21 days from publication (28 days for remote areas)
Job TypeGroup 'C', Non-Ministerial, Industrial
Official Websitedgqa.gov.in
Multiple Locations, All India, IN

Employment Type:FULL_TIME

Number of Vacancies:14

Post-wise & Establishment-wise Vacancy Details

Establishment Code Location Post Total UR OBC SC ST
SC-009SecunderabadTechnician (Skilled)431--
BLR-006BengaluruTechnician (Semi Skilled)311-1
BLR-046BengaluruTechnician (Semi Skilled)11---
BLR-046BengaluruTechnician (Skilled)22---
JBP-011JabalpurTechnician (Semi Skilled)11---
CHD-002ChandigarhTechnician (Semi Skilled)211--
SC-009/1SecunderabadTechnician (Skilled)11---
Total14103-1

Post-wise Eligibility Criteria

Post Name Educational Qualification Age Limit (as on closing date)
Technician (Skilled)
  • Matriculation (10th class pass) or equivalent.
  • ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central/State Govt.
  • One year of experience in the specified trade from a recognized organization.
18 to 27 years
Technician (Semi Skilled)
  • ITI pass in any trade, or its equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course approved by Central/State Govt.
18 to 27 years

Age Relaxations

Category Relaxation
SC/ST (for reserved vacancies)5 years
OBC (for reserved vacancies)3 years
Ex-Servicemen (Gen/UR)3 years after deduction of military service rendered
Ex-Servicemen (OBC)6 years (3+3) after deduction of military service
Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST)8 years (3+5) after deduction of military service
Departmental candidates (min. 3 years continuous service)Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST)

Educational Qualification & Experience:For Skilled: Matriculation + ITI in specified trade + 1 year experience. For Semi Skilled: ITI pass in any trade.

Skills:Technical trade skills, quality assurance, manufacturing processes, and relevant trade-specific abilities.

Age Limit:18 to 27 years as on the closing date of application. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen/Departmental candidates as per rules.

Salary (per month):

  • Technician (Semi Skilled): Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 – 56,900)
  • Technician (Skilled): Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900 – 63,200)

Selection Procedure:

  1. Written Test (Objective type, Multiple Choice Questions; 100 marks, 90 minutes duration). Parts: General Intelligence and Reasoning (25), General Awareness (25), English Language and Comprehension (25), Numerical Aptitude (25). No negative marking.
  2. Trade Test (100 marks; minimum 40 marks required to qualify) for candidates shortlisted in the written test.

Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned for any category.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Candidates must apply offline by following the steps below.

  1. Download Notification: Download the official notification and take a printout of the application format (Appendix 'A') and the relevant admit card format (Appendix 'B' for Semi Skilled, Appendix 'C' for Skilled).
  2. Fill Application: Fill the application in Block Letters on A4 size paper, in English.
  3. Affix Photograph: Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form and on both admit card copies.
  4. Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of educational/technical qualification and experience certificates, date of birth certificate, caste certificate (if applicable), and Aadhaar Card.
  5. Enclose Envelope: Enclose one self-addressed envelope (30 cm x 12 cm) affixed with a postal stamp of ₹55/-.
  6. Super-scribe Envelope: Super-scribe the envelope clearly as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Technician (Semi Skilled)/Technician (Skilled)] and CATEGORY [SC/ST/OBC/UR]”.
  7. Send Application: Send the complete application only by Registered or Speed Post to: Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems), DGQA Technical Complex, Manovikas Nagar P.O., Secunderabad-500009.

Important: Applications must reach within 21 days from the date of publication in Employment News (28 days for candidates from specified remote regions).

📅 Important Dates

Event Date
Publication in Employment News8-14 August 2026
Last Date for Application21 days from publication (28 days for remote areas)

Official Website:

Official Notification (PDF): Please visit the official DGQA website to download the detailed notification.

Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Offline Only: Applications are accepted only offline by Registered/Speed Post. No online applications will be accepted.
  • Eligibility: Verify your educational qualification, age, and category criteria before applying.
  • Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required documents. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
  • Admit Card: Fill and affix photographs on the admit card format (Appendix 'B' or 'C') as applicable.
  • Deadline: Ensure your application reaches the address within the specified time frame. Applications received after the last date will not be considered.
  • Probation: Selected candidates will be appointed on a 2-year probation period.
  • Transfer Liability: Selected candidates are liable to serve anywhere in India, including field locations and remote areas.
  • Check Website: Visit the official DGQA website for any updates or corrigenda.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many vacancies have been announced for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026?
A total of 14 vacancies have been announced — 7 for Technician (Skilled) and 7 for Technician (Semi Skilled).
How can candidates apply for DGQA Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must apply offline by sending a duly filled application in the prescribed format, along with the required documents, by Registered or Speed Post to the Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems), Secunderabad.
What is the age limit for DGQA Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the application closing date, with age relaxation applicable for SC/ST, OBC, ex-servicemen, and departmental candidates.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes a written test (objective MCQ, no negative marking) followed by a trade test. There is no interview.
What is the educational qualification required?
Technician (Skilled) requires Matriculation plus an ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade with one year of experience, while Technician (Semi Skilled) requires an ITI pass in any trade.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Selected candidates will be initially posted at Secunderabad, Bengaluru, Jabalpur, or Chandigarh, and are liable to serve anywhere in India as per organisational requirement.
What is the salary for these posts?
Technician (Semi Skilled) will be in Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) and Technician (Skilled) in Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200).
Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee mentioned for any category.
What is the probation period?
Selected candidates will be appointed on a 2-year probation period.
What is the exam pattern for the written test?
The written test has 100 objective-type questions in four sections: General Intelligence and Reasoning (25), General Awareness (25), English Language and Comprehension (25), and Numerical Aptitude (25). It is of 90 minutes duration with no negative marking.