DCB AE & JE Recruitment 2026 – 9 Posts Online Form
Delhi Cantonment Board (DCB) has opened online applications for 9 engineering posts — Assistant Engineer (AE) and Junior Engineer (JE) — across Civil, Mechanical and Electrical branches. If you hold a degree or diploma in engineering and want a stable government job under a Cantonment Board in Delhi, this is a direct opening you can apply to online. The application window runs from 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026, and the fee must also be paid by 14 August 2026. Vacancies are limited, so the competition-to-seat ratio matters here. Full details on post-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, important dates, application fee, pay and how to apply are given below.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Post |
|---|---|
| Assistant Engineer (Civil) | 2 |
| Assistant Engineer (Mechanical) | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | 5 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | 1 |
| Total | 9 |
Eligibility
| Educational Qualification | For Assistant Engineer (Civil/Mechanical) you need a Bachelor's Degree in the relevant Engineering branch (Civil or Mechanical) from a recognised University/Institute. For Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) you need either a Bachelor's Degree OR a 3-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering branch. Read the official notification for exact experience or additional conditions post-wise. |
| Age Limit | The age limit is a minimum of 21 years and a maximum of 30 years, calculated as on 14 August 2026. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) as per Delhi Cantonment Board recruitment rules and Government of India norms. |
| Age Relaxation | Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD as per DCB rules — refer notification. |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 22 July 2026 |
| Application Start | 15 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 August 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 August 2026 |
| Exam Date | As per schedule (refer notification) |
Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹850 |
| SC / ST / PwD | ₹0 (Free) |
Salary / Pay
The source page does not state the exact pay scale or pay level for these posts, so treat any figure as indicative until you confirm it in the official notification. As a guide, in Cantonment Board / central bodies an Assistant Engineer typically falls around Pay Level 6–7 and a Junior Engineer around Pay Level 6 under the 7th CPC. Check the official notification for the confirmed pay level and allowances.
Selection Process
The source page does not detail the full selection process. Typically for such AE/JE posts, selection is based on a written examination / Computer-Based Test followed by document verification, and a schedule for the exam will be announced separately. Refer to the official notification for the exact stages, marking scheme and any skill test.
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online only through the DCB recruitment portal (delhi.cantt.gov.in/recruitment) via the DigiAlm application link. The window is 15 July 2026 to 14 August 2026, with fee payment also closing on 14 August 2026. Steps: (1) register with a valid email and mobile number, (2) fill the application form with your personal, educational and category details, (3) upload your photo, signature and required documents, (4) pay the fee online via E-Challan, Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking, and (5) submit and download the confirmation page for your records.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are there in DCB AE & JE Recruitment 2026?
There are 9 posts in total — 2 Assistant Engineer (Civil), 1 Assistant Engineer (Mechanical), 5 Junior Engineer (Civil) and 1 Junior Engineer (Electrical).
What is the qualification for AE and JE posts?
AE needs a Bachelor's Degree in the relevant Engineering branch. JE needs a Bachelor's Degree OR a 3-year Diploma in the relevant Engineering branch.
What is the last date to apply?
The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is 14 August 2026.
What is the application fee?
₹850 for General/OBC/EWS. SC/ST and PwD candidates are exempted (free).
What is the age limit?
Minimum 21 years and maximum 30 years as on 14 August 2026, with relaxation for reserved categories as per rules.