- Direct recruitment for 250 Deputy Field Officer (Technical) posts under the Government of India, Cabinet Secretariat.
- Open to Indian Nationals with a valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026).
- Offline application process only; no online portal mentioned.
- Initial posting at New Delhi with All India Transfer liability for field postings.
- Level-7 in Pay Matrix, Group 'B', Non-Gazetted post with approximate monthly emoluments of Rs. 1,00,000 (including allowances).
- Selection based on GATE Score + Interview after shortlisting candidates five times the number of vacancies.
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Cabinet Secretariat Deputy Field Officer (Technical) Recruitment 2026
Government of India, Cabinet Secretariat
Total Vacancies
250
Job Location
New Delhi (initial posting); field postings with All India Transfer liability
Apply Deadline
15 Nov 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Government of India, Cabinet Secretariat (Cabinet Secretariat) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | B.Tech (btech), B.E. (be), M.Sc. (msc) |
| Number of Vacancies | 250 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | Level-7 in Pay Matrix, Group 'B', Non-Gazetted. Approximate total initial monthly emoluments: Rs. 1,00,000 (including all allowances) for posting at New Delhi. |
| Age Limits | Maximum 30 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian Nationals only.
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Master’s degree in Science in one of the notified subjects (see vacancy breakdown).
- GATE Requirement: Must hold a valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026) in the corresponding subject.
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years as of 15 November 2026. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Central Government Employees/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
- Character & Medical Verification: Candidates must pass character, antecedent, and medical examinations.
- Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or Master’s degree in Science in one of the notified subjects (see vacancy breakdown).
- GATE Requirement: Must hold a valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026) in the corresponding subject.
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years as of 15 November 2026. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Central Government Employees/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
- Character & Medical Verification: Candidates must pass character, antecedent, and medical examinations.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Shortlisting: Candidates shortlisted based on valid GATE Score (five times the number of vacancies per subject).
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates called for an interview. Final selection based on GATE Score + Interview performance.
- Verification: Selected candidates must undergo character, antecedent, and medical verification as per Central Government guidelines for Group 'B' posts.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates called for an interview. Final selection based on GATE Score + Interview performance.
- Verification: Selected candidates must undergo character, antecedent, and medical verification as per Central Government guidelines for Group 'B' posts.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
General, SC, ST, OBC, Ex-Servicemen, Central Government Employees
📂 Required Documents
- Self-attested copies of Marksheets and Certificates (Matriculation, 10+2, B.E./B.Tech./M.Sc.).
- Birth Certificate or equivalent proof of age (Matriculation Certificate, Passport, Driving License, PAN Card).
- Valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026).
- Caste Certificate (Annexure-I or II) if claiming age relaxation.
- NOC from present employer (if applicable).
- Undertaking (Annexure-III) and discharge certificate (for Ex-Servicemen).
- Two recent passport-sized photographs (with name and date of birth on the back).
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Birth Certificate or equivalent proof of age (Matriculation Certificate, Passport, Driving License, PAN Card).
- Valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026).
- Caste Certificate (Annexure-I or II) if claiming age relaxation.
- NOC from present employer (if applicable).
- Undertaking (Annexure-III) and discharge certificate (for Ex-Servicemen).
- Two recent passport-sized photographs (with name and date of birth on the back).
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card.
💳 Application Fee Details
Not specified in the notification.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Deputy Field Officer (Technical) post in the Cabinet Secretariat?
There are a total of 250 tentative vacancies across various technical disciplines such as Computer Science, Electronics, Data Science, Physics, Mechanical, Civil, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Statistics.
Q.
What is the last date to submit the application for the Cabinet Secretariat DFO Technical Recruitment 2026?
The last date for receipt of applications is 15 November 2026. Applications must be sent by ordinary post.
Q.
What is the age limit for applying to the Deputy Field Officer (Technical) post?
The maximum age limit is 30 years as of 15 November 2026. Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/Central Government Employees/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
Q.
Is there an application fee for the Cabinet Secretariat DFO Technical Recruitment?
The application fee is not specified in the notification.
Q.
What is the selection process for the Deputy Field Officer (Technical) post?
Selection is based on a valid GATE Score and an Interview. Candidates are shortlisted five times the number of vacancies per subject based on their GATE Score, and final selection is made after the interview.