Overview
Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Ministry of Defence has released a recruitment notification for the post of Technician (Semi-Skilled), Group 'C', Non-Ministerial, Industrial (15 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline (by speed post only) as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA), Ministry of Defence
- Vacancies
- 15
- Advertisement No
- CQA(HV)/2026/Tech(SS)
Important Links
- official websiteOpen Link
Vacancy Details
A total of 15 vacancies have been notified across three establishments and three trades. S.No.: Establishment Code | Trade | Total Posts a: CH-054 | Fitter Auto | 7 a: CH-054 | Electrician Mate | 2 b: YM-205 | Electrician Mate | 1 b: YM-205 | Fitter Auto | 3 c: CH-061 | Fitter Auto | 1 c: CH-061 | Labourer | 1 Total: 15 UR = Unreserved, SC = Scheduled Caste, ST = Scheduled Tribe, EWS = Economically Weaker Section, ESM = Ex-Serviceman.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the application closing date. Date of birth must be as recorded in the 10th/Matriculation Certificate, or a Birth Certificate issued by a Competent Authority, or the e-PPO for Ex-servicemen. Aadhaar Card will not be accepted as proof of date of birth.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Matrix Level-1 (₹18,000–56,900) as per the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Recruited candidates will also be entitled to other benefits including dearness allowance, house rent allowance, transport allowance, children education allowance, leave travel concession, medical facilities, CSD facilities, and other allowances/advances as per extant Government of India rules. Candidates will be covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS)/Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as per extant rules.
Selection Process
Selection consists of a Written Test followed by a Trade Test for shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted only by Speed Post - online or email applications are not accepted. • Fill the application in the prescribed format as per Appendix 'A', typed in English on A4-size paper in block letters. • Fill the Admit Card as per Appendix 'B', in duplicate. • Attach a self-addressed envelope (30 cm x 12 cm) affixed with a ₹55 postage stamp for sending the admit card. • Attach three recent passport-size photographs - one affixed on the application form and two self-signed photographs, one each on the admit card copies. • Attach all required self-attested supporting documents as listed above. • Clearly superscribe the envelope as: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF TECHNICIAN (SEMI SKILLED) TRADE: ___, ESTABLISHMENT CODE: ___". • Send the complete application by Speed Post to: The Controller, Controllerate of Quality Assurance (Heavy Vehicles), Post Box No. 20, Avadi, Chennai-600054. Candidates working in Government Service or a Public Sector Undertaking must forward their application through proper channel, along with a certificate from their Head of Office/Establishment confirming that no vigilance or disciplinary case is pending or contemplated against them, and that they have no objection to their release if selected. Applications not accompanied by a "No Objection Certificate" will be summarily rejected without further communication.
Required Documents
• Self-attested copies of educational qualification/technical qualification certificates • Experience certificate, if applicable • Self-attested copy of Date of Birth certificate (10th/Matriculation certificate or Birth Certificate) • Self-attested copy of Caste certificate (OBC/SC/ST), if applicable • Self-attested copy of EWS certificate, if applicable • Self-attested copy of e-PPO/Discharge Certificate for Ex-servicemen, if applicable • Self-attested copy of Aadhaar card • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer, if applicable • Two copies of duly filled Admit Card (Appendix 'B') • Signed instruction sheet for examination (Appendix 'C') • Self-addressed envelope (30 cm x 12 cm) affixed with postage stamp of ₹55 • Three recent passport-size photographs
Important Instructions
• Candidates should ensure they fulfil all eligibility conditions before applying; admission to all stages of the exam is provisional and subject to satisfying eligibility criteria on verification. • Applications received after the due date, even due to postal delay, will be rejected summarily with no correspondence entertained. • Applications not in A4 size, incomplete, unsigned, undated, or improperly filled will be rejected. • Furnishing false, inaccurate, tampered, or dubious information will lead to disqualification. • More than one application submitted by the same candidate for the same post will lead to rejection of all such applications. • Canvassing in any form, or bringing any political or other influence, will result in disqualification. • No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the written test or trade test; candidates must make their own arrangements for lodging/boarding. • The recruitment process can be cancelled, postponed, suspended, or terminated without notice at any stage. • Misrepresentation, hiding, or falsification of facts detected at any stage will result in cancellation of candidature without notice. • Appointment of provisionally selected candidates is strictly based on verification of documents submitted, medical examination report, and character/antecedent verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit?
Candidates must be between 18 and 27 years of age as on the application closing date. Date of birth must be as recorded in the 10th/Matriculation Certificate, or a Birth Certificate issued by a Competent Authority, or the e-PPO for Ex-servicemen. Aadhaar Card will not be accepted as proof of date of birth.
What is the selection process?
Selection consists of a Written Test followed by a Trade Test for shortlisted candidates.