Technician (Skilled), Technician (Semi Skilled)

Who Should Apply Age: 18–27 years (General); SC/ST: up to 32 years; OBC: up to 30 years; Ex-Servicemen: up to 35 years (varies by category). Qualification: Matriculation ( 10th pass ) + ITI certificate in specified trade for Skilled posts; ITI pass in any trade for Semi Skilled posts. Experience: One year in the specified trade for Technician (Skilled); none required for Semi Skilled. Nationality: Indian citizen. Technician (Skilled) posts suit candidates who hold an ITI diploma in a specific trade (e.g., electrician, fitter, mechanic) and can demonstrate one year of on-the-job experience in that exact field. You must produce work certificates, pay slips, or employer attestation proving this duration. Matriculation is mandatory; 12th pass or higher qualifications do not change eligibility. Technician (Semi Skilled) posts are open to any ITI graduate regardless of the trade completed. No experience is required, making this path ideal for candidates fresh out of industrial training. However, preference may be given to those with relevant practical exposure. Use the age calculator to confirm your exact age eligibility including category-based relaxations. Salary and Career Growth Technician (Skilled): Pay Level 2 under the 7th CPC; basic pay ₹19,900–₹63,200 (approx.). Technician (Semi Skilled): Pay Level 1 under the 7th CPC; basic pay ₹18,000–₹56,900 (approx.). Both posts: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and other statutory allowances apply based on posting location. In-hand salary after National Pension Scheme (NPS) deduction (~10%) and income tax typically ranges from ₹16,000–₹18,500 (Level 1) and ₹17,500–₹21,000 (Level 2) at entry, depending on allowances and tax slab. Private sector technician roles in manufacturing pay ₹15,000–₹22,000 for similar qualifications but lack job security, pension, and benefits. Skilled technicians can expect promotion to Senior Technician or Supervisor roles within 5–8 years. Use the salary calculator to estimate your take-home income based on location. How to Apply This is a walk-in recruitment . There is no online portal application. You must attend the walk-in interview on the notified date and location. Visit the official DGQA website (https://www.ddpmod.gov.in) and download the full recruitment notification. Note the exact walk-in date, time, and venue for your desired post. Prepare two passport-size photographs (white background, 4×6 cm, recent, colour or black-and-white) and one attested colour photocopy of your signature. Gather original documents: 10th certificate, ITI certificate, experience certificate (if Skilled), Aadhaar card, voter ID or driving licence, and caste certificate (if SC/ST). If you hold an ITI in Electrician, Fitter, Mechanic, or other specified trades and are applying for Skilled posts, bring original one-year experience certificate signed by your employer with date, duration, and role clearly stated. Arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. Bring all originals plus attested photocopies (keep sets of 3–4 copies for distribution during document verification). Report to the registration counter. You will be assigned a token number and asked to fill in a walk-in application form on-site (usually a single-page proforma). After registration, proceed to the document verification desk. Officials will cross-check your originals against copies and confirm your age, qualification, and experience eligibility. If shortlisted, you will be called for a skill test or practical task (details vary by trade). Stay present throughout the day until results are announced. Do not leave the venue until you receive an official acknowledgement or result slip. If selected, you will be given joining instructions and medical examination dates on the spot or via post. Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected Outdated or self-attested experience certificates: DGQA strictly requires experience certificates on employer letterhead, signed by an authorised official, with clear start and end dates. Handwritten or informal certificates are rejected outright. Incomplete ITI certificates: Bring both the semester/module completion document and the final ITI pass certificate. If you have only a partial ITI document, you will be deemed ineligible on the spot. Wrong trade for Skilled posts: If the job notification specifies Electrician and you hold an ITI in Plumbing, you cannot apply for that Skilled vacancy. Ensure the trade matches exactly. No attested copies of documents: Many candidates bring only originals. The verification team will not accept unattested photocopies, and you may lose time queuing again at a shop. Prepare 4–5 sets at home. Arriving late to the walk-in: Most DGQA walk-ins close registration by noon or early afternoon. Late arrivals are often turned away without being heard, even if within the official time window. Missing ID proof at the venue: You must produce a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, voter ID, or passport)