DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 for 32 PostsOut
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Short Information
DGQA has invited offline applications under advertisement CQA (GS)/2026/1 for 11 Technician (Skilled) and 21 Technician (Semi Skilled) vacancies in Kanpur, New Delhi and Shahjahanpur. Applications must reach the designated office within 21 days of publication in Employment News, with 28 days allowed for specified remote regions. Skilled posts carry Level-2 pay of Rs. 19,900 to 63,200, while Semi Skilled posts carry Level-1 pay of Rs. 18,000 to 56,900.
Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Ministry of Defence
DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 for 32 Posts
Total Posts: 32
Important Dates
- Notification Publication Date : 17 October 2026
- Application Start Date : 17 October 2026
- Closing Date for Receipt of Applications : Within 21 days from publication in Employment News (about 7 November 2026)
- Closing Date for Remote / Specified Regions : Within 28 days from publication in Employment News (about 14 November 2026)
- Written Examination Date : To be notified
- Trade Test Date : To be notified
Application Fee
No application fee is specified in the notification. The application packet must include a self-addressed envelope bearing a Rs. 60/- postal stamp; this is a postal requirement, not an application fee.
Age Limit
- Minimum Age : 18 years
- UR / EWS Maximum Age : 27 years
- OBC Maximum Age : 30 years
- SC / ST Maximum Age : 32 years
- ESM (UR) : Up to 30 years after deduction of military service from actual age
- ESM (OBC) : Up to 33 years after deduction of military service from actual age
- ESM (SC / ST) : Up to 35 years after deduction of military service from actual age
- Agniveer (UR) : Up to 32 years
- Agniveer (OBC) : Up to 35 years
- Agniveer (SC / ST) : Up to 37 years
- Departmental Candidates: UR : Up to 40 years with at least 3 years of continuous service
- Departmental Candidates: OBC : Up to 43 years with at least 3 years of continuous service
- Departmental Candidates: SC / ST : Up to 45 years with at least 3 years of continuous service
- PwBD : As per relevant DoP&T guidelines
Age eligibility is determined on the ordinary closing date for applications from candidates in India, which is 21 days after publication in Employment News.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Unit | Pay Level | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technician (Skilled) | CQA (GS), Kanpur | Level-2 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Technician (Skilled) | CQA (T&C), Kanpur | Level-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Skilled) | CQA (M), Kanpur | Level-2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Technician (Skilled) | CQA (PP), Kanpur | Level-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Skilled) | SQAE (GS), Kanpur | Level-2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Technician (Skilled) | SQAE (GS), New Delhi | Level-2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Technician (Skilled) | SQAE (GS), Shahjahanpur | Level-2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Technician (Skilled) Total | All Units | Level-2 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 11 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | CQA (GS), Kanpur | Level-1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | CQA (T&C), Kanpur | Level-1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | CQA (M), Kanpur | Level-1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | CQA (PP), Kanpur | Level-1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | SQAE (GS), Kanpur | Level-1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | SQAE (GS), New Delhi | Level-1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | SQAE (GS), Shahjahanpur | Level-1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) Total | All Units | Level-1 | 10 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 21 |
Eligibility / Qualification
- Applicants must be Indian nationals and hold the required qualifications from recognized institutions.
- Technician (Skilled): Class 10 or an equivalent qualification, together with an ITI certificate in the specified trade or an equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by the Central or State Government. One year of experience in the specified trade with a recognized organisation or undertaking is also required.
- Skilled trades: Computer Hardware and Networking, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Cutting & Sewing, Electrician, Fitter, Information Technology and Electronic System Maintenance, Instrument Mechanic, Machinist, Painter, Pattern Maker, Plumber, Refrigeration and Air conditioner Mechanic, Tool and Die Maker or Tools and Die (Jig and Fixture).
- Technician (Semi Skilled): An ITI certificate in the specified trade or an equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by the Central or State Government is required.
- Semi Skilled trades: Book Binder, Carpenter, Computer Hardware and Networking, Computer Operator and Programming Assistant, Cutting & Sewing, Electrician, Fitter, Information Technology and Electronic System Maintenance, Instrument Mechanic, Painter, Plumber, Refrigeration and Air conditioner Mechanic, Tool and Die Maker or Tools and Die (Jig and Fixture).
- Applicants must declare any higher qualifications and pass the departmental trade skill test for their chosen trade.
Mode of Selection
- Written Test
- Departmental Trade Skill Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply
- Check the prescribed application format and eligibility conditions on the official DGQA website. Submit only one application, choosing one trade and station.
- Prepare Appendix A in English on A4 paper using Arial, size 12, and print it on both sides. Enter details in block letters and sign every page without overwriting or correction fluid.
- Attach a recent, self-attested colour passport photograph to the application and self-signed photographs to both Appendix B admit cards. Use identical photographs taken no more than one month before submission.
- Enclose self-attested copies of Aadhaar, birth, educational, ITI, experience and applicable reservation or service certificates, along with signed Appendix C examination instructions.
- Include a self-addressed envelope measuring 30 cm x 12 cm with a Rs. 60/- postal stamp. Government or PSU employees must also provide the required NOC; government servants must apply through the proper channel.
- Mark the outer envelope with APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SKILLED) or APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SEMI SKILLED), as applicable.
- Send the complete packet by ordinary post or Speed Post to: The Controller, Controllerate of Quality Assurance (General Stores), DGQA Stores Complex, Ashok Path, Meerpur Cantt, Kanpur – 208004, Uttar Pradesh.
- Ensure delivery within 21 days of publication in Employment News, or within 28 days for the specified remote regions. The stated calendar dates are approximate, so confirm the applicable deadline before posting.
Important Links
| Official Website / Application Form | Click Here |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 32 vacancies: 11 for Technician (Skilled) and 21 for Technician (Semi Skilled).
What is the application deadline?
Applications must arrive within 21 days of publication in Employment News, approximately 7 November 2026. Specified remote regions have 28 days, approximately 14 November 2026.
Can I apply online?
No. Applications are accepted only by ordinary post or Speed Post using the prescribed format.
Is an application fee required?
The notification does not specify an application fee. A self-addressed envelope with a Rs. 60/- postal stamp must be included.
What does the written examination cover?
The written test has 100 objective questions for 100 marks: 30 each in General Awareness and English Language and Comprehension, and 40 in Numerical Aptitude. There is no negative marking.
Note: Candidates are requested to read the official notification carefully (last date, age limit, eligibility) before filling the form. SarkariPoint is not responsible for any errors in the information above.