Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships (DLL), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has invited applications for the post of Technician (Diesel) under Advt No. 07/2026. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 23 November 2026.
The posts are for Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations. Qualification required: Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience. The pay is Level-5 (29200-92300). Selection is by written test comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical and trade test for successful candidates from written test. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.
Key Points
- Last date: 23 November 2026
- Vacancies: 1
- How to apply: Offline, by post or in person as the notification says
- Pay: Pay Level-5 (29200-92300)
- Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
- Age limit: 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)
- Places: Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations
DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Organisation | Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships (DLL), Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Post Name | Technician (Diesel) |
| No of Posts | 1 |
| Advt No | 07/2026 |
| Job Type | Full Time |
| Pay | Pay Level-5 (29200-92300) |
| Place of Posting | Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations |
| Qualification | Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (as on closing date) |
| Apply Mode | Offline |
| Last Date | 23 November 2026 |
| Send Application To | The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, 'Deep Bhavan', 5/20, Jaffar Syrang Street, Chennai 600001 |
The official notification does not specify the application fee.
DLL Notification PDF 2026
Advt No. 07/2026 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.
Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification: Passed Matriculation or its equivalent. Should have served as an apprentice for atleast four years in a reputable firm or in a Central or State Government establishment.; OR Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution.
- Experience: Two years practical experience in installation, maintenance and overhauling of Diesel generator sets, Air Compressors, Battery Chargers etc.
- Age limit: 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)
Other conditions:
- Eligible Indian nationals only
- Liable to be transferred anywhere in India including Andaman & Nicobar / Lakshadweep Islands
Who Cannot Apply for DLL Recruitment 2026
- Candidates awaiting results of the final examination
- Candidates submitting more than one application
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Publication in Employment News | 24 October 2026 |
| Last Date (approx: 30 days from publication) | 23 November 2026 |
| Crucial date of eligibility | 10 August 2026 |
How Will DLL Select Candidates?
- Written test comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical
- Trade test for successful candidates from written test
- Written test for 100 marks comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical
- Trade test
DLL Exam Pattern 2026
| PART-A | General Knowledge/Aptitude Test (Numerical/Qualitative/Quantitative/Reasoning etc.) |
| PART-B | Technical |
- Detailed syllabus is on www.dgll.nic.in.
Documents to Enclose
- Application form in prescribed format
- Passport size colour photograph
- Matriculation / Higher Secondary School Examination Certificate for date of birth
- Educational and/or technical qualification certificates and mark lists
- Experience certificate if any
- Disability Certificate if applicable
- Discharge certificate for Ex-Servicemen
- No Objection Certificate if employed in Government / PSU
How to Apply for DLL Recruitment 2026 Offline
- Download the application format from the website or use the prescribed format.
- Fill the application in candidate's own handwriting using blue or black ball point pen in capital letters.
- Affix recent passport size colour photograph with name tag and sign in the space provided.
- Attach self-attested copies of requisite certificates and documents.
- Send the application by speed post or registered post to The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, 'Deep Bhavan', 5/20, Jaffar Syrang Street, Chennai 600001.
- Make sure it reaches by 23 November 2026.
Other Points to Note
- Applications not in prescribed format, illegible, incomplete, unsigned or received after closing date will be rejected.
DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download DLL notification PDF |
| Application Form | Application form for DLL Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | Visit DLL official website |
Official Source
This article is based on the official notification of Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships, Advertisement No. 07/2026, dated 24 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.