DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 32 Posts

Full Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 must meet specific educational and technical qualifications. Both posts require an ITI Pass Certificate in relevant trades, with Technician (Skilled) also needing Matriculation and one year of experience.

Specified Trades for Technician Posts

• Technician (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) 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).
• Eligible candidates must qualify a departmental Trade Skill Test in the applied trade.

Salary / Pay Scale

Selected candidates for DGQA Technician posts will receive attractive salaries as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The pay scale varies based on the post, along with other applicable benefits and allowances.

• Recruited candidates will be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) / Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as per Government of India rules.

Selection Process

The DGQA Technician Selection Process 2026 involves multiple stages designed to assess candidates' knowledge and practical skills. It includes a Written Test, a Departmental Trade Skill Test, and a final Document Verification and Medical Examination.

• Stage 1: Written Test - Candidates will first appear for an objective-type written examination.
• Stage 2: Departmental Trade Skill Test - Shortlisted candidates from the written test will undergo a practical trade skill test in their respective trades.
• Stage 3: Document Verification & Medical Examination - Successful candidates will proceed to document verification and a medical examination to confirm their eligibility and fitness.

Resolution of Tie Cases

• In case of equal marks, older candidates will be placed higher.
• Candidates with higher marks in Numerical Aptitude will be preferred.
• Candidates with higher marks in English Language & Comprehension will be considered next.

Exam Pattern

The DGQA Technician Written Test 2026 will be an objective-type multiple-choice examination. The paper will consist of 100 questions for 100 marks, covering General Awareness, English Language, and Numerical Aptitude, based on the Tenth Standard / Matriculation syllabus.

• Part (i) will be bilingual (English and Hindi).
• Part (ii) and Part (iii) will be in English only.
• There will be no negative marking for wrong answers.
• The examination will be conducted in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details

The Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA) has released 32 vacancies for Technician posts across various units in Kanpur, New Delhi, and Shahjahanpur. The distribution includes 11 Technician (Skilled) and 21 Technician (Semi Skilled) posts, with detailed category-wise breakdowns provided below.

Category-wise Vacancy Distribution

• Horizontal Reservation: 10% for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and 10% for Agniveer across both posts.
• 4% reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) for Technician (Semi Skilled) posts.

Job Profile & Responsibility

As a Technician (Skilled/Semi Skilled) in DGQA, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality assurance of defence equipment and stores. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, testing, and maintenance of various technical components. You will work under the guidance of senior officials, contributing to the operational readiness and reliability of defence supplies. This role demands precision, technical expertise, and adherence to stringent quality standards, directly supporting India's defence capabilities.

• Assisting in the inspection and testing of defence stores and equipment.
• Performing routine maintenance and calibration of testing instruments.
• Documenting test results and preparing reports for quality control.
• Operating various machinery and tools relevant to the specified trade.
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
• Collaborating with engineers and other technical staff on projects.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in the DGQA Technician Recruitment 2026 must submit their applications through the offline postal route. Ensure all details are accurately filled, and necessary documents are attached before sending the application to the specified address.

1. Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application form (Appendix 'A', 'B', 'C') from the official DGQA website. Type it neatly on A4 size paper using Arial font, size 12, and print it double-sided.
2. Fill Details: Complete the application form with all required personal, educational, technical, and trade details in block letters. Ensure every page of the application is signed.
3. Affix Photographs: Affix one recent coloured self-attested passport size photograph on the application form and self-signed photographs on each of the two Admit Cards (Appendix 'B'). The photo should not be older than one month.
4. Attach Documents: Enclose self-attested copies of all necessary certificates, including Aadhaar, birth certificate, Matriculation and ITI certificates, experience certificate (if applicable), caste/EWS/ESM certificates, and signed examination instructions (Appendix 'C').
5. Self-Addressed Envelope: Include one self-addressed envelope (30 cms x 12 cms) affixed with a postal stamp of Rs 60/- for the dispatch of the admit card.
6. Superscribe Envelope: Clearly superscribe the main envelope with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SKILLED)" or "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SEMI SKILLED)".
7. Send Application: Dispatch the complete application packet by Ordinary Post or Speed Post to the following address: The Controller, Controllerate of Quality Assurance (General Stores), DGQA Stores Complex, Ashok Path, Meerpur Cantt, Kanpur – 208004, Uttar Pradesh.

Important Instructions for Applicants

• Submitting more than one application will lead to summary rejection.
• Overwriting, striking out, or using correction fluid on the application form is strictly prohibited.
• Candidates must disclose any higher qualification possessed; failure to do so will lead to disqualification.
• Government servants must forward applications through proper channel along with NOC.
• No TA or DA will be paid for appearing in the Written Test or Trade Test.
• Candidates diagnosed with night blindness or colour blindness will be declared medically unfit.

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