DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 OUT: The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence, has released a notification for the posts of Technician (Skilled) and Technician (Semi Skilled), Group ‘C’, Non-Ministerial, Industrial posts. A total of 14 vacancies have been announced.
Unlike most government recruitment drives, this one requires candidates to apply offline by sending a duly filled application to the Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems), Secunderabad, by Registered or Speed Post. Read the article below to know more about the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026.
DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026: Overview
The DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 notification has been released in Employment News (8–14 August 2026). Candidates can check the details of the recruitment in the table given below.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), 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 (by Registered/Speed Post only) |
| Application Closing Date | 21 days from date of publication in Employment News (28 days for candidates from specified remote regions) |
| Selection Process | Written Test (Objective MCQ) followed by Trade Test |
| Job Location | Secunderabad, Bengaluru, Jabalpur, Chandigarh |
| Address for Application | Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Systems), DGQA Technical Complex, Manovikas Nagar P.O., Secunderabad-500009 |
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Notification
DGQA has invited applications for Direct Recruitment to fill 14 vacancies across six establishments under the Ministry of Defence. This is a good opportunity for ITI-qualified and matriculate candidates with a technical trade background who want a stable central government job. Before applying, candidates must check each and every detail carefully, since applications that are incomplete, unsigned, not in the prescribed A4 format, or not accompanied by self-attested certificates will be rejected.
Direct Link to Download DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 Notification
DGQA Technician Vacancy 2026
The recruitment drive includes 14 vacancies spread across six establishment codes, as shown below.
| Establishment Code | Post | Total Posts | UR | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC-009 | Technician (Skilled) | 04 | 03 | 01 | – | – |
| BLR-006 | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 03 | 01 | 01 | – | 01 |
| BLR-046 | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 01 | 01 | – | – | – |
| BLR-046 | Technician (Skilled) | 02 | 02 | – | – | – |
| JBP-011 | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 01 | 01 | – | – | – |
| CHD-002 | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 02 | 01 | 01 | – | – |
| SC-009/1 | Technician (Skilled) | 01 | 01 | – | – | – |
UR – Unreserved; SC – Scheduled Caste; ST – Scheduled Tribe; OBC – Other Backward Classes
Establishment Locations
| Establishment Code | Location |
|---|---|
| SC-009 / SC-009/1 | DGQA Complex, Manovikas Nagar PO, Secunderabad – 500009 |
| BLR-006 | Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Radar), JC Nagar PO, Bengaluru – 560006 |
| BLR-046 | Senior Quality Assurance Establishment (Electronics), DGQA Complex, 1st Main Road, S K Garden, Benson Town PO, Bengaluru – 560046 |
| JBP-011 | Senior Quality Assurance Establishment (Electronics), Gun Factory PO, Jabalpur – 482011 |
| CHD-002 | Senior Quality Assurance Establishment (Elect & Sys), C/o Ordnance Factory, Chandigarh – 160002 |
Selected candidates will be appointed on a 2-year probation and are liable to serve anywhere in India, including field locations and remote areas, as required.
How to Apply for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026?
DGQA Recruitment 2026 does not accept online applications. The steps to apply offline are given below.
- Download the notification and take a printout of the application format (Appendix ‘A’) and the relevant admit card format (Appendix ‘B’ for Technician Semi Skilled, or Appendix ‘C’ for Technician Skilled).
- Fill the application in Block Letters on A4 size paper, in English.
- Affix a recent self-attested passport-size photograph on the application form and on both admit card copies.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational/technical qualification and experience certificates, date of birth certificate, and caste certificate (if applicable).
- Enclose one self-addressed envelope (30 cm x 12 cm) affixed with a postal stamp of ₹55/-.
- Attach a self-attested copy of the Aadhaar Card.
- Superscribe the envelope clearly as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Technician (Semi Skilled)/Technician (Skilled)] and CATEGORY [SC/ST/OBC/UR]”.
- 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.
DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 can be checked below.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Eligibility Conditions |
|---|---|
| Technician (Skilled) | Matriculation (10th class pass) or equivalent; ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by the Central/State Government; one year of experience in the specified trade from a recognized organization. |
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | ITI pass in any trade, or its equivalent Defence Services Tradesman course approved by the Central/State Government. |
Age Limit (As on application closing date)
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the application closing date.
| Category | Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years (only for reserved vacancies) |
| OBC | 3 years (only for reserved vacancies) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Gen/UR) | 3 years after deduction of military service rendered |
| Ex-Servicemen (OBC) | 6 years (3+3) after deduction of military service rendered |
| Ex-Servicemen (SC/ST) | 8 years (3+5) after deduction of military service rendered |
| Departmental candidates with min. 3 years continuous service | Up to 40 years (UR), 43 years (OBC), 45 years (SC/ST) |
DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The DGQA Technician Selection Process has two stages, with no interview involved.
- Written Test (Objective type, Multiple Choice Questions; no negative marking)
- Trade Test (100 marks; minimum 40 marks required to qualify) for candidates shortlisted in the written test
DGQA Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern
The written test carries 100 marks and is of 90 minutes duration, as detailed below.
| Part | Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| (i) | General Intelligence and Reasoning | 25 | 25 |
| (ii) | General Awareness | 25 | 25 |
| (iii) | English Language and Comprehension | 25 | 25 |
| (iv) | Numerical Aptitude | 25 | 25 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Parts (i), (ii), and (iv) will be set in English and Hindi; Part (iii) will be in English only. Shortlisting for the trade test is based on marks obtained in the written test and category of reservation.
DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed on probation for 2 years and paid as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, along with dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance, children education allowance, leave travel concession, medical facilities, CSD facilities, and other allowances as per extant government rules. Recruited candidates will be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS)/Unified Pension Scheme (UPS).
| Post | Pay Matrix |
|---|---|
| Technician (Semi Skilled) | Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) |
| Technician (Skilled) | Pay Matrix Level-2 (₹19,900–63,200) |
FAQs
Q. How many vacancies have been announced for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026?
A. A total of 14 vacancies have been announced — 7 for Technician (Skilled) and 7 for Technician (Semi Skilled).
Q. How can candidates apply for DGQA Recruitment 2026?
A. 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.
Q. What is the age limit for DGQA Recruitment 2026?
A. 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.
Q. What is the selection process for DGQA Recruitment 2026?
A. The selection process includes a written test (objective MCQ, no negative marking) followed by a trade test. There is no interview.
Q. What is the educational qualification required for DGQA Recruitment 2026? A. 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.
Q. Where will the selected candidates be posted?
A. Selected candidates will be initially posted at Secunderabad (Telangana), Bengaluru (Karnataka), Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), or Chandigarh, and are liable to serve anywhere in India as per organisational requirement.
