DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Offline for 15 Posts

Vacancy Details

Total Vacancies: 15

Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment

Status: Group 'C', Non-Ministerial, Industrial

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

The distribution of these 15 posts across Unreserved (UR), Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and Ex-Servicemen (ESM) categories is not explicitly detailed in the provided notification. Candidates should refer to the complete Employment News advertisement for any category-wise breakdown if available, or assume that the selection will be based on overall merit within the total vacancies.

Eligibility

• Nationality: Only citizens of India are eligible to apply for these positions. This is a standard requirement for most central government jobs.
• Educational/Technical Qualification: This is the core requirement. You must possess an ITI pass certificate in one of the specified trades or an equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course approved by the Central or State Government.
  • For Fitter Auto: ITI pass certificate in Automobile/Motor Vehicle Mechanic/Diesel Mechanic, or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course.
  • For Electrician Mate: ITI pass certificate in Electrician trade, or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course.
  • For Labourer: ITI pass certificate in any trade, or completion of a Defence Services Tradesman course.

  It's important to note that while you may possess higher qualifications, only the essential ITI qualification is mandatory for these posts. However, the notification advises candidates to disclose any additional qualifications they hold in the application form.

• Final Year Students: The notification does not explicitly state whether candidates in their final year of ITI or equivalent courses are eligible. Generally, for government jobs, the qualification must be completed and certificates obtained by the application closing date. Candidates should assume this unless otherwise specified.
• Additional Conditions:
  • Medical Fitness: You must be in good mental and physical health, free from any physical deformity that could hinder your ability to perform duties efficiently. Provisionally shortlisted candidates will undergo a medical examination at a Government hospital.
  • Disqualification: The notification clearly states that individuals who have entered into or contracted a marriage with a person having a living spouse, or vice-versa, are generally not eligible unless an exemption is granted by the Government. Additionally, candidates convicted or currently under trial for criminal offences are disqualified.

Always ensure that your certificates are valid and issued by a recognized authority. Providing false information or failing to meet any of these criteria will lead to the rejection of your application.

Age Limit

The crucial date for calculating your age will be the application closing date, which is 07 August 2026. This means you must be at least 18 years old and not more than 27 years old on this specific date.

To calculate your age, subtract your date of birth from the application closing date (07 August 2026). If you belong to a reserved category, apply the relevant age relaxation to the upper age limit. For Ex-servicemen, the period of military service rendered will be deducted from your actual age, and then the applicable relaxation will be added. Always double-check your age calculation and ensure your date of birth matches your 10th/Matriculation Certificate or a Birth Certificate issued by a Competent Authority. Aadhaar Card will not be accepted as proof of date of birth.

Application Fee

The official notification for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 does not specify any application fee. Candidates should carefully read the complete Employment News advertisement or check the official DGQA website for any updates regarding application fees. If no fee is mentioned, it implies that the application process is free of charge. However, it is always prudent to verify this information from the most comprehensive source.

Selection Process

• Stage 1: Application Scrutiny: Since applications are submitted offline, the first step involves a thorough scrutiny of all received applications. This stage ensures that candidates meet the basic eligibility criteria, including age, educational qualifications, and proper submission of the application form along with all required documents. Incomplete applications or those not meeting the criteria will be rejected. The notification explicitly states that if a candidate submits more than one application, all applications from that candidate will be summarily rejected.
• Stage 2: Medical Examination: Provisionally shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a medical examination. This examination will be conducted at a Government hospital to assess the candidate's mental and physical health. The purpose is to ensure that the candidate is free from any physical deformity or medical condition that might interfere with the efficient discharge of duties. Candidates found medically unfit will not be offered an appointment.
• Stage 3: Document Verification: Before a final appointment offer is issued, candidates will likely undergo a document verification process. This stage involves verifying the authenticity of all original documents submitted by the candidate, including educational certificates, caste certificates (if applicable), age proof, and any other relevant testimonials. Candidature in a reserved category remains provisional until the veracity of supporting documents is confirmed.

The notification does not explicitly mention a written examination or interview as part of the selection process. The emphasis appears to be on direct recruitment based on eligibility and medical fitness. Candidates should prepare their documents meticulously and ensure they are in good health for the medical examination.

Salary

Selected candidates for the Technician (Semi-Skilled) posts will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-1. This means the basic pay for these positions will start at ₹18,000 and can go up to ₹56,900 over time, excluding allowances. This is a standard entry-level salary for Group 'C' posts in the central government.

In addition to the basic pay, recruited candidates will also be entitled to various other benefits and allowances as per extant Government of India rules. These typically include:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance (TA)
• Children Education Allowance
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Medical facilities
• CSD facilities
• Other allowances/advances as applicable.

Candidates will also be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS)/Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as per existing rules. The total emoluments will be significantly higher than the basic pay due to these allowances, making it an attractive package for government job aspirants.

Documents Required

• Application Form: The duly filled and signed application form, which you will need to download from the official notification or website.
• Passport-size Photograph: Recent passport-size photographs, usually one affixed to the application form and a few extra for future use.
• Signature: Your signature, as required on the application form.
• Educational Certificates:
  • 10th/Matriculation Certificate: For proof of Date of Birth. (Aadhaar Card will not be accepted for DOB proof).
  • ITI Pass Certificate: In the relevant trade (Fitter Auto, Electrician Mate, or any trade for Labourer) or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course certificate.
  • Any other higher qualification certificates (if applicable and you wish to disclose them).
• Identity Proof: A valid government-issued identity proof such as Aadhaar Card (for identity, not DOB), PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, etc.
• Caste/Category Certificate: If you are applying under SC, ST, OBC, EWS, or Ex-servicemen categories, you must enclose the latest copy of the relevant certificate issued by a competent authority (e.g., District Magistrate, Collector, Tehsildar). Ensure the certificate is in the prescribed format.
• Discharge Certificate/Service Book: For Ex-servicemen, relevant documents proving military service and discharge.
• Proof of Age Relaxation: If claiming age relaxation under any category, relevant supporting documents.

Remember to self-attest all photocopies of your documents before attaching them to the application form. Do not send original documents unless specifically requested. Keep a set of photocopies for your own records.