# DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for 32 Posts > Directorate General of Quality Assurance has released the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 notification for 32 posts. Applications are open from 17 October 2026 to 07 November 2026. Apply only through the official website (dgqadefence.gov.in). - Organisation: Directorate General of Quality Assurance - Category: Latest Jobs - Location: All India - Total posts: 32 - Advertisement no.: CQA (GS)/2026/1 - Page: https://officialsarkariresult.com/post/dgqa-technician-recruitment-2026-apply-offline-for-32-posts-763a8e - Last updated: 2026-10-17T12:30:48Z - Official source: https://dgqadefence.gov.in/ ## Important dates - Notification Publication Date: 17 October 2026 - Application Start Date: 17 October 2026 - Last date to apply: 07 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 ## Age limit - Applicant should have attained minimum 18 years of age, maximum 27 years as on the application closing date for the UR and EWS categories. The crucial date for determining the maximum age limit is the closing date for receipt of applications from candidates in India (21 days from publication). - Relaxations in the upper age limit are admissible to reserved categories as per Government rules: - Category : Relaxation - UR / EWS : 27 years (No relaxation) - OBC : Up to 30 years - SC / ST : Up to 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 with min. 3 yrs continuous service (UR) : Up to 40 years - Departmental Candidates with min. 3 yrs continuous service (OBC) : Up to 43 years - Departmental Candidates with min. 3 yrs continuous service (SC / ST) : Up to 45 years - PwBD : As per relevant DoP&T guidelines - Applicants must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the closing date, with age relaxations applicable to OBC, SC, ST, ESM, Agniveer, and departmental candidates. ## Eligibility - Technician (Skilled): Matriculation (10th class pass) from a recognized Board or equivalent, and ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central/State Government. - Technician (Semi Skilled): ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or its equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central or State Governments. - Specified Trades for Technician (Skilled): 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). - Experience for Technician (Skilled): One year experience in the specified trade from a recognised Organisation or Undertaking. - Specified Trades for Technician (Semi Skilled): 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). - Higher Qualification: Candidates must disclose any higher qualification possessed in the application form. - Trade Skill Test: Eligible candidates must qualify a departmental Trade Skill Test in the applied trade. - Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply. Applicants must possess the required educational and technical qualifications from recognized institutions. - Additional requirements and conditions for each post are as follows: - Candidates must have passed Matriculation (10th) from a recognized Board, hold an ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade, and have one year of experience in the trade. - Persons who have entered into a marriage with someone having a living spouse, persons having a living spouse who marry again, or those convicted/under trial for criminal offenses are disqualified. ## Vacancies | Post | Posts | | --- | --- | | Technician (Skilled) | 5 | | Technician (Skilled) | 0 | | Technician (Skilled) | 1 | | Technician (Skilled) | 0 | | Technician (Skilled) | 2 | | Technician (Skilled) | 0 | | Technician (Skilled) | 3 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 3 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 3 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 3 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 2 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 5 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 3 | | Technician (Semi Skilled) | 2 | ## Pay Technician (Skilled) carries Pay Matrix Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 to 63,200) and Technician (Semi Skilled) carries Pay Matrix Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 to 56,900). ## Selection process 1. Written Test 2. Departmental Trade Skill Test 3. Document Verification and Medical Examination 4. The recruitment process consists of the following stages in order: 5. The selection process comprises a Written Test of 100 marks, followed by a departmental Trade Skill Test and Medical Examination. ## Official links - [Application Form](https://dgqadefence.gov.in/) - [Official Website](https://dgqadefence.gov.in/) ## Questions ### When does the application for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 start? Application Start Date: 17 October 2026. ### What is the last date to apply for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? The last date to apply is 07 November 2026. ### How many vacancies are there in DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? There are 32 posts in total. ### What is the age limit for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? Applicant should have attained minimum 18 years of age, maximum 27 years as on the application closing date for the UR and EWS categories. The crucial date for determining the maximum age limit is the closing date for receipt of applications from candidates in India (21 days from publication); Relaxations in the upper age limit are admissible to reserved categories as per Government rules:; Category : Relaxation; UR / EWS : 27 years (No relaxation); OBC : Up to 30 years; SC / ST : Up to 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 with min. 3 yrs continuous service (UR) : Up to 40 years; Departmental Candidates with min. 3 yrs continuous service (OBC) : Up to 43 years; Departmental Candidates with min. 3 yrs continuous service (SC / ST) : Up to 45 years; PwBD : As per relevant DoP&T guidelines; Applicants must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the closing date, with age relaxations applicable to OBC, SC, ST, ESM, Agniveer, and departmental candidates. ### What qualification is needed for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? Technician (Skilled): Matriculation (10th class pass) from a recognized Board or equivalent, and ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central/State Government. | Technician (Semi Skilled): ITI Pass Certificate in the specified trade or its equivalent Defence Services Tradesman Course approved by Central or State Governments. | Spec… ### What is the selection process for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? Written Test, Departmental Trade Skill Test, Document Verification and Medical Examination, The recruitment process consists of the following stages in order:, The selection process comprises a Written Test of 100 marks, followed by a departmental Trade Skill Test and Medical Examination. ### What is the official website for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026? The official website is https://dgqadefence.gov.in/. ### When is the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 exam? The exam is scheduled for To be notified. 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