DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 14 Skilled & Semi-Skilled Posts
The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), operating under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has officially released the recruitment notification for Group ‘C’, Non-Ministerial, Industrial posts (Advertisement No. CQA(S)/2026/Tech(SS) & Tech(SK)). Published in the Employment News issue dated 8–14 August 2026, this drive invites applications for 14 vacancies across Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi Skilled) cadres.
Important Note: This recruitment drive is conducted exclusively via Offline Mode (Registered/Speed Post). No online application link or portal is available.
📌 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) |
| Recruiting Authority | Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems), Secunderabad |
| Ministry | Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence |
| Advertisement No. | CQA(S)/2026/Tech(SS) & Tech(SK) |
| Post Names | Technician (Skilled) & Technician (Semi Skilled) |
| Total Vacancies | 14 (07 Skilled + 07 Semi-Skilled) |
| Application Mode | Offline (Speed Post / Registered Post) |
| Selection Process | Written Test (MCQ) followed by Trade Test (No Interview) |
| Job Posting Locations | Secunderabad, Bengaluru, Jabalpur, Chandigarh |
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Published in Employment News: August 8, 2026
- Application Closing Date (General Regions):August 28, 2026 (21 days from publication)
- Application Closing Date (Remote/North-Eastern Regions & Islands):September 4, 2026 (28 days from publication)
- Exam / Trade Test Dates: Will be intimated via Admit Card.
(Remote regions include: Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh Division of J&K, Lahaul & Spiti and Pangi Sub-Division of Chamba District in HP, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep).
📊 Establishment & Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
A total of 14 posts are distributed across six establishment codes in four major cities:
| S.No. | Establishment Code & Location | Post Name | Vacancies & Category |
| 1 | SC-009, Secunderabad | Technician (Skilled) | 04 (UR-3, OBC-1) |
| 2 | BLR-006, Bengaluru | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 03 (UR-1, OBC-1, ST-1) |
| 3 | BLR-046, Bengaluru | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 01 (UR-1) |
| 4 | BLR-046, Bengaluru | Technician (Skilled) | 02 (UR-2) |
| 5 | JBP-011, Jabalpur | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 01 (UR-1) |
| 6 | CHD-002, Chandigarh | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 02 (UR-1, OBC-1) |
| 7 | SC-009/1, Secunderabad | Technician (Skilled) | 01 (UR-1) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Only Indian Nationals are eligible to apply.
Educational & Technical Qualifications
- Technician (Skilled):
- Matriculation (10th Pass) from a recognized board or equivalent.
- ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade OR an equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central/State Government.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in the specified trade from a recognized organization or undertaking.
- Technician (Semi Skilled):
- ITI pass in any trade OR an equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course approved by the Central or State Government.
Age Limit (As on Closing Date)
- Age Range: 18 to 27 years.
- Note: Date of birth must match the 10th/Matriculation certificate or Birth Certificate. Aadhaar Card is not accepted as proof of age.
Upper Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: Up to 5 years (for reserved vacancies)
- OBC: Up to 3 years (for reserved vacancies)
- Ex-Servicemen: Military Service rendered + 3 years (up to 8 years max for SC/ST ESM)
- Departmental Candidates (3 years service): Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST)
💰 Pay Scale & Salary Structure
Recruited candidates will receive pay under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix along with Central Government allowances (DA, HRA, TA, CEA, LTC, CSD, and medical facilities). Candidates will be covered under the National Pension System (NPS) / Unified Pension System (UPS).
- Technician (Semi Skilled): Pay Level-1 (
₹18,000 – ₹56,900) - Technician (Skilled): Pay Level-2 (
₹19,900 – ₹63,200)
⚖️ Selection Process & Examination Pattern
The selection process strictly comprises two stages without an interview:
- Written Examination (100 Marks)
- Trade Test (100 Marks)
Written Exam Structure
- Format: Objective / Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: None
| Section | Subject | Questions | Marks | Medium |
| Part I | General Intelligence & Reasoning | 25 | 25 | English & Hindi |
| Part II | General Awareness | 25 | 25 | English & Hindi |
| Part III | English Language & Comprehension | 25 | 25 | English Only |
| Part IV | Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 | English & Hindi |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Trade Test
Candidates shortlisted from the written test will undergo a practical Trade Test carrying 100 marks (minimum qualifying mark is 40%). The final merit list is prepared post both tests based on Trade and Establishment preferences.
📮 How to Apply (Step-by-Step Offline Guide)
1.Prepare the Application Form:Format details.
Type the application form in the prescribed format (Appendix ‘A’) in English on A4-sized paper. Ensure all personal details match your official certificates.
2.Attach Photographs & Admit Card Formats:
Fill out the Admit Card format—Appendix ‘B’ for Semi-Skilled or Appendix ‘C’ for Skilled—in duplicate. Affix one self-attested passport-size photo to the main application form and one photo on each copy of the admit card (total of 3 photos).
3.Enclose Mandatory Document Proofs:
Attach self-attested photocopies of:
- 10th / Matriculation Certificate (Proof of DOB)
- ITI Pass Certificate & Marksheets
- Trade Experience Certificate (Mandatory for Skilled post)
- Caste / Category Certificate (if claiming age relaxation)
- Aadhaar Card copy
- NOC from current employer (if working in Govt/PSU)
4.Prepare the Self-Addressed Envelope:
Enclose one self-addressed envelope (Size: 30 cm × 12 cm) with a ₹55/- postal stamp affixed to it for dispatch of your admit card.
5.Superscribe & Send via Registered/Speed Post:
Place all documents in an outer envelope and clearly write on top:
"APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Technician (Semi Skilled) / Technician (Skilled)] AND CATEGORY [UR/OBC/SC/ST]"
Send the complete envelope to:
The Controller, Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems),
DGQA Technical Complex, Manovikas Nagar P.O.,
Secunderabad – 500009
📑 Application Checklist
Before mailing your speed post, verify you have enclosed:
- [ ] Application Form (Appendix ‘A’) filled & signed.
- [ ] Admit Card Formats (Appendix ‘B’ or ‘C’) in duplicate with photos.
- [ ] Total 3 passport-size photos (self-attested).
- [ ] Self-addressed envelope (30 cm x 12 cm) with ₹55 postal stamp.
- [ ] Self-attested copies of 10th, ITI, Experience, and Caste Certificates.
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