Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026 is officially out — and if you hold an engineering degree or diploma, this is one of the most stable central-body openings of the year. The Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) released Advertisement No. 01/2026 on 17 June 2026, inviting online applications for four posts: Assistant Engineer (Civil), Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), Junior Engineer (Civil), and Junior Engineer (Electrical).
A total of 9 vacancies are on offer. The pay scale ranges from Level 6 (₹35,400 per month) for JE posts to Level 7 (₹44,900 per month) for AE posts — both as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) matrix. Selected candidates become DCB employees, not Central Government employees, though they may be deputed to the Defence Estates Organisation when required.
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The online application window opens on 15 July 2026 and closes on 14 August 2026 at the official website www.delhi.cantt.gov.in. There is no interview or skill test — selection is entirely through a Computer Based Test (CBT).
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Delhi Cantonment Board AE JE Recruitment 2026 – Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2026 |
| Post Names | AE (Civil), AE (Mechanical), JE (Civil), JE (Electrical) |
| Total Vacancies | 9 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT) — no interview |
| Official Website | www.delhi.cantt.gov.in |
Important Dates for DCB Recruitment 2026
⚠️ Don’t wait for the last day! Government portals slow down near deadlines — apply at least a few days before 14 August 2026.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 17 June 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 14 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | To be announced |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
| Result Date | To be announced |
DCB AE JE 2026 Vacancy Details – Post-Wise & Category-Wise
There are 9 vacancies in total across four posts.
Assistant Engineer (Civil) – 2 Posts
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) – 1 Post
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Junior Engineer (Civil) – 5 Posts
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total | PwBD (included) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 (Category b) |
Junior Engineer (Electrical) – 1 Post
| UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
✅ PwBD reservation is available for 1 post under JE (Civil) — Category b (One Leg / One Arm / Leprosy Cured / Dwarfism / Acid Attack Victim).
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Eligibility Criteria for Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026
Age and educational qualifications will be reckoned as on the closing date of application, i.e., 14 August 2026.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Qualification Required |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Full-time Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university or institution |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Full-time Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised university or institution |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Degree in Civil Engineering, OR a three-year Diploma in Civil Engineering from a recognised University/Board/Institution |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Degree in Electrical Engineering, OR a three-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering from a recognised University/Board/Institution |
💡 Pro Tip: There is no mention of minimum percentage. Check the official notification PDF to confirm before applying.
Age Limit (as on 14 August 2026)
The notification does not explicitly state a maximum age — check the official notification for the age cap. Age relaxations are as follows:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST (reserved posts only) | 5 years |
| OBC – Non Creamy Layer (reserved posts only) | 3 years |
| PwBD – General / EWS | 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD – SC / ST | 15 years |
| DCB Departmental Candidates (3+ years continuous service) | Up to 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen – UR / EWS | 3 years after deducting military service period |
| Ex-Servicemen – OBC | 6 years after deducting military service period |
| Ex-Servicemen – SC / ST | 8 years after deducting military service period |
Application Fee for DCB Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC (male) | ₹850 per post |
| SC / ST | Nil (exempted) |
| Female Candidates (all categories) | Nil (exempted) |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | Nil (exempted) |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | Nil (exempted) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Nil (exempted) |
| Transgender Persons | Nil (exempted) |
| DCB Departmental Candidates | Nil (exempted) |
Payment is to be made online only through the application portal. The fee is non-refundable once paid and cannot be carried forward to any future recruitment.
⚠️ If you are applying for more than one post, you must pay the fee separately for each post you apply to.
DCB Assistant Engineer & Junior Engineer Salary 2026
This is arguably the most important section for candidates evaluating whether this post is worth pursuing. Here is the full salary breakdown.
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Basic Pay (Entry) | Approx. Gross Monthly In-Hand* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹62,000 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹55,000 – ₹62,000 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹43,000 – ₹50,000 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹43,000 – ₹50,000 |
*Gross figures are indicative estimates including Dearness Allowance (DA) at current rates and House Rent Allowance (HRA) applicable for Delhi. Actual figures may vary based on HRA city classification and other admissible allowances.
AE pay scale range: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7)
JE pay scale range: ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 (Level 6)
In addition to basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to standard government allowances including DA, HRA, Transport Allowance (TA), and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as applicable to the DCB’s service rules.
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Selection Process for Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026
Selection for all four posts will be done through a single stage only — a Computer Based Test (CBT). There is no skill test and no interview in this recruitment.
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 120 objective-type questions carrying 1 mark each, to be attempted in 120 minutes.
- Negative Marking — 0.33 marks are deducted for each wrong answer. Questions left unattempted carry no penalty.
- Merit List — Final selection is based on the CBT score, subject to document verification and medical fitness.
- Tie-breaking — In case of equal marks, the older candidate gets preference. If the date of birth is also the same, the candidate with higher marks in the qualifying examination gets preference.
✅ The CBT-only format is good news — no viva voce anxiety, no skill test hurdles. Your exam score will decide everything.
Documents Required for DCB AE JE Application 2026
Keep scanned copies of all documents ready before you begin filling the form. You will need to upload them directly during the application process.
| Document |
|---|
| Mark sheet of the essential educational qualification (Degree/Diploma) |
| Date of birth certificate / Class 10 (Matriculation) Certificate |
| Caste Certificate (for SC / ST / OBC reserved posts) |
| Non-Creamy Layer Certificate — OBC candidates (must be valid and recent) |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) certificate |
| Physical Disability Certificate — PwBD candidates |
| Discharge Certificate, Pension PPO, and Ex-Servicemen Identity Card |
| Proof of widow / divorced / judicially separated status (where applicable) |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) from CEO, DCB — departmental candidates only |
| Valid photo identity proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving Licence / Passport) |
| Self-declaration regarding pending criminal cases, if any |
💡 Pro Tip: Have your passport-size photograph (recent, white/off-white background, full face) and signature scanned and ready before starting. The upload format requirements will be specified in the notification — keep JPG/JPEG files under 100 KB.
How to Apply for Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026
The application portal opens on 15 July 2026. Follow these steps to apply:
- Go to the official website: www.delhi.cantt.gov.in
- Find the “Recruitment” section and click on the advertisement link for AE/JE Recruitment 2026 (Advertisement No. 01/2026).
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to create your login credentials.
- Log in and fill in all personal, educational, and category details accurately.
- Upload your recent colour photograph (plain white/off-white background, full-face front view) and signature in the prescribed format.
- Upload scanned copies of all required supporting documents as listed above.
- Pay the application fee of ₹850 online (if applicable for your category).
- Review the completed form carefully — no changes are permitted after final submission.
- Submit the application before 14 August 2026.
- Download and save a copy of the submitted application form for future reference.
⚠️ Applications received through any mode other than online — or submitted without the required supporting documents — will be summarily rejected.
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Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF (Advertisement No. 01/2026) | Download PDF |
| Apply Online | www.delhi.cantt.gov.in (Portal opens 15 July 2026) |
| Official Website | delhi.cantt.gov.in |
| CBT Syllabus | [Check official notification PDF] |
| Admit Card | [To be announced on official website] |
Frequently Asked Questions – DCB AE JE Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many total vacancies are there in Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026?
There are 9 vacancies in total: 2 for Engineer (Civil), 1 for Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), 5 for Junior Engineer (Civil), and 1 for Junior Engineer (Electrical). The JE (Civil) post also has 1 PwBD (Category b) reservation included within the 5 vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for DCB AE JE Recruitment 2026?
The online application window is open from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026. Eligibility — including age and educational qualifications — will be determined as on the closing date, 14 August 2026.
Q3. Can diploma holders apply for Delhi Cantonment Board Junior Engineer posts?
Yes, for both JE (Civil) and JE (Electrical), candidates with either a degree or a three-year diploma in the respective discipline (Civil/Electrical Engineering) from a recognised institution are eligible to apply.
Q4. Is there any negative marking in the DCB CBT exam?
Yes, 0.33 marks are deducted for every wrong answer in the 120-mark Computer Based Test. Questions that are left unattempted carry no penalty, so it is better to skip a question you are unsure about rather than guess.
Q5. What is the salary for Junior Engineer posts in DCB?
JE (Civil) and JE (Electrical) posts are at Pay Level 6 (7th CPC), with a starting basic pay of ₹35,400 per month. With DA, HRA, and TA, the approximate gross monthly take-home in Delhi works out to ₹43,000–₹50,000.
Q6. Are DCB employees considered Central Government employees?
No, selected candidates are employees of the Delhi Cantonment Board, not the Central Government. However, they may be deputed to any office of the Defence Estates Organisation at the CEO’s discretion for administrative requirements.
Q7. Who is exempted from the ₹850 application fee?
Female candidates, SC/ST candidates, Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), widows, divorced or judicially separated women who have not remarried, ex-, transgender persons, and current DCB departmental employees are all fully exempted from the application fee.
Q8. Is there any interview or skill test for these posts?
No. The entire selection process is based only on the Computer Based Test (CBT). There is no interview, no skill test, and no document-based shortlisting — your CBT score decides your final merit.
Summing Up…
Delhi Cantonment Board Recruitment 2026 presents a solid opportunity for engineering graduates and diploma holders looking for a government-backed engineering role in the national capital. Nine vacancies across AE (Civil, Mechanical) and JE (Civil, Electrical) posts — with a CBT-only selection process, no interview, and a respectable Level 6/Level 7 pay scale — make this worth your attention.
The online portal opens on 15 July 2026, and the last date is 14 August 2026. Download the official notification PDF, verify your eligibility, and get your documents ready before the window opens.
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Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is based on the official notification released by the Delhi Cantonment Board (Advertisement No. 01/2026 dated 17 June 2026). Govtserviceinfo.com is not affiliated with the Delhi Cantonment Board. Readers are advised to refer to the official website www.delhi.cantt.gov.in and the official notification PDF for the most accurate and up-to-date information before applying. Details such as exam dates, admit card release, and results will be announced separately by the DCB on their official portal.
