The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, has released the DGQA Recruitment 2026 Notification for 14 Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi-Skilled) Group ‘C’ Non-Ministerial Industrial posts. Eligible Indian candidates can apply through the offline mode by sending the prescribed application form before the last date. The recruitment process includes a Written Test followed by a Trade Test.
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization | Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) |
| Department | Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence |
| Post Name | Technician (Skilled) & Technician (Semi-Skilled) |
| Total Vacancies | 14 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Offline |
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DGQA Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
| Establishment Code | Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| SC-009 | Technician (Skilled) | 4 |
| BLR-006 | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 3 |
| BLR-046 | Technician (Semi-skilled) | 1 |
| BLR-046 | Technician (Skilled) | 2 |
| JBP-011 | Technician (Semi-skilled) | 1 |
| CHD-002 | Technician (Semi-skilled) | 2 |
| SC-009/1 | Technician (Skilled) | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 10 |
| OBC | 2 |
| SC | 1 |
| ST | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Technician (Skilled) | Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized Board or equivalent, ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or equivalent, Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by the Central/State Government, and one year of experience in the specified trade from a recognized organization or undertaking. |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | ITI Pass in any trade or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by the Central/State Government. |
Age Limit
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 27 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | As on the application closing date |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (UR) | 3 Years after deduction of military service |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 Years |
| Departmental Candidates | Up to 40 Years (UR), 43 Years (OBC), 45 Years (SC/ST) |
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000 – ₹56,900) |
| Technician (Skilled) | Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900 – ₹63,200) |
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Children’s Education Allowance
- Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
- Medical Facilities
- CSD Facilities
- National Pension Scheme (NPS)/Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as applicable to organizational requirements.
Important link
| Official notification link | Click here |
Important Dates
| Advertisement Published | Employment News (8–14 August 2026) |
| Last Date for Normal Areas | 21 Days from the date of publication in Employment News |
| Last Date for Remote Areas | 28 Days from the date of publication in Employment News |
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- Written Test
- Trade Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
There will be no interview.
Written Examination Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Important Points
- Objective-type (MCQ) questions
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- No Negative Marking
- Trade Test carries 100 Marks
- Minimum qualifying marks in Trade Test: 40 Marks
Documents Required for DGQA Recruitment 2026
- Filled application form
- Admit Card (as prescribed)
- Three recent passport-size photographs
- Self-attested educational certificates
- Technical qualification certificates
- Experience certificate (if applicable)
- Date of Birth proof
- Caste certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card copy
- Self-addressed envelope (30 cm × 12 cm) with ₹55 postage stamp
- NOC (for Government/PSU employees)
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application form from the notification.
- Fill in all details carefully in English using A4-size paper.
- Attach all required self-attested documents.
- Paste passport-size photographs in the specified places.
- Write on the envelope:
“APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF Technician (Semi Skilled)/Technician (Skilled) & CATEGORY ______” - Send the application only through Registered Post or Speed Post to:
Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems)
DGQA Technical Complex,
Manovikas Nagar P.O.,
Secunderabad – 500009.
Important Instructions
- Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
- Candidates should submit only one application for one post.
- Incomplete or unsigned applications will be rejected.
- Applications received after the due date will not be accepted.
- Candidates must produce original documents during verification.
- Any false information or forged documents will lead to cancellation of candidature.
FAQs
How many vacancies are available in DGQA Recruitment 2026?
A total of 14 vacancies have been announced for Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi-Skilled) posts.
What is the application mode?
The application process is Offline through Registered Post or Speed Post.
What is the age limit?
Candidates should be 18 to 27 years as on the application closing date. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
What is the selection process?
The selection process includes a Written Test, Trade Test, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. There is no interview.
What is the salary offered?
Technician (Semi-Skilled) posts are in Pay Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900), while Technician (Skilled) posts are in Pay Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) along with Central Government allowances.
