Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Assistant Engineer & Junior Engineer Posts

Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) has released Recruitment Advertisement No. 01/2026 to fill 9 vacancies across the posts of Assistant Engineer (Civil), Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Junior Engineer (Electrical). Online applications open on 15 July 2026 and close on 14 August 2026, with selection based purely on a Computer Based Test (CBT) - there is no interview or skill test. The notification was issued on 17 June 2026 under reference number DCB/12/VI/AE&JE Rec./2026/FMS-30388.

Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026 - Quick Summary

This section gives a fast snapshot of the recruitment drive so candidates can confirm the basics before reading further details. The Delhi Cantonment Board, which functions under Sushma Swaraj Marg, Sadar Bazar, Delhi Cantt, is the recruiting organization for these engineering posts. All four posts share the same application window, age limit, and selection mode, even though pay levels and qualifications differ.

Download Delhi Cantonment Board Job 2026 Notification PDF

Important Dates for DCB Recruitment 2026

Candidates often want a single reference point for every deadline in the recruitment cycle, and this table covers exactly that. The notification was published on 17 June 2026, but the actual application portal does not open immediately - there is a one-month gap before candidates can start submitting forms. Anyone applying must remember that the cut-off date for checking eligibility (age, qualification, and category certificates) is the same as the closing date.

Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Breakdown

Candidates checking how many seats are available in their category will find that the 9 total vacancies are split unevenly across the four posts, with Junior Engineer (Civil) carrying the highest number of openings. Reservation has been applied according to standard government norms, covering UR, OBC, SC, ST, and EWS categories. One vacancy under Junior Engineer (Civil) is also earmarked for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under Category (b) - Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

PwBD sub-categories as defined in the notification are: Category (a) Blindness and Low Vision, Category (b) Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Category (c) Locomotor Disability (including cerebral palsy, leprosy cured, dwarfism, acid attack victims, and muscular dystrophy), and Category (d) & (e) Autism, intellectual disability, specific learning disability, mental illness, and multiple disabilities.

Eligibility Criteria: Qualification and Age Limit

Eligibility for DCB Recruitment 2026 depends on two things - the educational qualification specific to each post and a common age bracket of 21-30 years, both verified as on the closing date of 14 August 2026. Candidates must also be Indian citizens and should not apply unless they already hold the essential qualification by the cut-off date, since the notification clearly states that those lacking it "need not apply."

Post-wise Educational Qualification

• Assistant Engineer (Civil): Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Institute.
• Assistant Engineer (Mechanical): Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised University/Institute.
• Junior Engineer (Civil): Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university, OR a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Board/Institution.
• Junior Engineer (Electrical): Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university, OR a three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Board/Institution.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The base age limit for all four posts is 21 to 30 years, calculated as on the closing date of 14 August 2026. Candidates from reserved and special categories receive the following age relaxation:

Anyone wondering whether OBC reservation automatically applies should note that OBC candidates must submit a Non-Creamy Layer certificate based on income for FY 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26, issued on or after 1 April 2026 but no later than 14 August 2026. Similarly, EWS candidates need an Income & Asset Certificate based on FY 2025-26 income, issued within the same window.

Application Fee for DCB Recruitment 2026

The application fee structure for this recruitment is straightforward, with a flat charge for general applicants and a wide list of exemptions. The fee for each post is Rs. 850/- per candidate, payable only through online mode within the application form itself, and once paid, it is non-refundable under any circumstances.

Note that Ex-Servicemen who have already secured regular re-employment under DCB by availing earlier reservation benefits are not eligible for this fee concession.

Selection Process for Assistant Engineer & Junior Engineer Posts

Selection for all four posts - Assistant Engineer (Civil), Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Junior Engineer (Electrical) - follows a single-stage process built entirely around a written test. There is no interview and no skill test, which means the final merit list is generated purely from CBT scores, followed by document verification and a medical fitness check for shortlisted candidates.

1. Online Application (15 July 2026 - 14 August 2026): Candidates submit forms and upload documents.
2. Admit Card Release: Downloadable from the official website once exam dates are notified.
3. Computer Based Test (CBT): 120 MCQs, 120 marks, 120-minute duration, conducted in Hindi and English (except the English Comprehension section).
4. Answer Key & Objections: Provisional answer keys are released online; objections are accepted only through the prescribed online mechanism within the notified window.
5. Result/Merit List: Prepared based on final CBT scores; tie-breaks go first to the older candidate, then alphabetically by first name.
6. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates produce original certificates, self-attested copies, Admit Card, and two passport photos at the DCB office in Delhi Cantt.
7. Medical Fitness Test: Conducted by the Medical Officer, Cantonment General Hospital, Delhi Cantt.
8. Final Appointment: Selected candidates join on a 2-year provisional/probationary period before becoming permanent.

Negative marking applies during the CBT: 0.33 marks are deducted for every wrong answer, while unattempted questions carry no penalty.

How to Apply for Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026

Applying for this recruitment is entirely online, and candidates should keep all documents ready in scanned format before starting the form, since incomplete submissions are rejected outright. The application window runs only from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026, and the portal does not accept applications through email, post, or any offline mode.

1. Visit the official website www.delhi.cantt.gov.in.
2. Locate the online application link for "Recruitment Advertisement No. 01/2026" once it activates on 15 July 2026.
3. Register using a valid, active email ID and mobile number (avoid using someone else's contact details).
4. Fill in personal, educational, and category details, selecting the reserved category carefully - no category change is allowed later.
5. Upload scanned copies of mark sheets, date of birth proof, category/EWS/PwBD certificates (if applicable), and a valid photo ID.
6. Upload a recent colour photograph (full-face, eyes open, plain white/off-white background) and signature in the prescribed format.
7. Pay the application fee of Rs. 850/- online, if applicable to your category.
8. Review all entries carefully, since only one application per post per candidate is allowed - multiple applications lead to rejection of all entries.
9. Submit the form and save/print the confirmation for future reference.

Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.

Salary and Pay Scale for Each Post

Pay for these engineering posts follows the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with Assistant Engineer posts placed one level above Junior Engineer posts. Selected candidates remain on probation for two years before being confirmed as permanent employees of the Delhi Cantonment Board (not of the Central Government), as per the Cantonment Board Employees Service Rules 2021.

Documents Required for Online Application

Uploading the correct documents at the application stage matters because forms submitted without the requisite proof are liable to be rejected outright. The list below covers what every candidate must scan and upload, with a few documents applying only to specific categories such as Ex-Servicemen or PwBD applicants.

• Mark sheet of the essential educational qualification
• Certificate of date of birth / Matriculation Certificate
• Discharge Certificate, PPO copy, and Ex-Serviceman ID Card (for Ex-Servicemen)
• Proof of widow/divorced/judicially separated status or transgender status, plus a self-certification of not being remarried (where applicable)
• Caste Certificate (for candidates applying against reserved posts)
• Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for OBC candidates)
• Income & Asset/Eligibility Certificate (for EWS candidates)
• Physical Disability Certificate (for PwBD candidates)
• NOC from the CEO, Delhi Cantonment Board (for departmental candidates)
• Valid photo ID proof: Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving Licence, or Passport
• Self-declaration confirming no pending criminal cases (with details if any case is pending)

Common Mistakes to Avoid While Applying

Many otherwise-eligible candidates lose their chance simply due to avoidable errors during the application process, so it helps to be aware of the most frequent slip-ups before submitting the form. Reviewing this checklist can save candidates from rejection at a later stage when correction is no longer possible.

• Selecting the wrong category and trying to change it later: The notification explicitly states no request for category change will be entertained after submission, so double-check before confirming.
• Uploading an OBC/EWS certificate with the wrong financial year: OBC certificates must reflect income for FY 2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26, and EWS certificates must reflect FY 2025-26 income; certificates issued before 1 April 2026 will not be accepted.
• Submitting more than one application for the same post: This results in cancellation of all such applications for that candidate, not just the duplicate ones.
• Using a friend's or relative's email/mobile number: Since all official communication goes to the registered contact details, using someone else's details can cause missed updates or, in the notification's words, "complications."
• Uploading a non-compliant photograph: Photos that are blurred, illegible, or do not show a full-face front view against a plain background can lead to rejection of the application.
• Applying for multiple posts using a single form: Each post requires its own separate online application; one form cannot cover two posts.
• Missing the certificate cut-off window: Category certificates issued after 14 August 2026 will not be accepted, even if the candidate was otherwise eligible on that date.
• Assuming the admit card guarantees eligibility: Document verification happens later, and candidates found ineligible at that stage will have their candidature cancelled regardless of CBT performance.

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