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Cabinet Secretariat DFO Technical Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 250 Posts
कैबिनेट सचिवालय DFO टेक्निकल भर्ती 2026: 250 पदों के लिए ऑफलाइन आवेदन करें

Start Date: 17-10-2026

Last Date to Apply: 15-11-2026

New Vacancy

Cabinet Secretariat DFO Technical Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 250 Posts

Application starts: 17 October 2026 | Last date: 15 November 2026

Government of India, Cabinet Secretariat has issued Advertisement No. 02/2026 for direct recruitment to the post of Deputy Field Officer (Technical) [DFO Technical]. Applications are invited from Indian Nationals holding a valid GATE Score Card (2024, 2025, or 2026). Applications must be sent offline by ordinary post to the specified New Delhi Post Bag address before the deadline.

250Total posts

15 Nov 2026Last date to apply

₹1,000,00 Approx.Initial Monthly Salary

Max 30 yearsAge limit (as on 15-11-2026)

Overview Dates Fee Vacancy Age Limit Eligibility Salary Selection How to Apply Links FAQ

Cabinet Secretariat DFO Recruitment 2026 Overview

Detail	Information
Organisation	Government of India, Cabinet Secretariat
Advertisement No.	02/2026
Post Name	Deputy Field Officer (Technical) - DFO Technical
Group & Classification	Group 'B', Non-Gazetted
Total Vacancies	250 (Tentative)
Pay Level	Level-7 in Pay Matrix
Application Mode	Offline (By Ordinary Post)
Selection Method	Shortlisting based on GATE Score + Interview
Job Location	New Delhi (Initial posting with All-India Transfer liability)
Official Website	cabsec.gov.in

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Published in Employment News	17 – 23 October 2026 Issue
Offline Application Window Starts	17 October 2026
Last Date for Receipt of Applications	15 November 2026
Interview Schedule	Intimated to shortlisted candidates via e-mail

Application Fee

No application fee is specified in the official notification. Candidates need only bear the basic cost of downloading the application form and sending it via ordinary post.

Subject-wise Vacancy Details

S.No.	Subject	Vacancies	Corresponding GATE Paper	GATE Code
1	Computer Science / Information Technology	112	Computer Science and Information Technology	CS
2	Electronics / Communication / Telecommunication	112	Electronics and Communication Engineering	EC
3	Data Science / Artificial Intelligence	10	Data Science and Artificial Intelligence	DA
4	Physics	05	Physics	PH
5	Mechanical Engineering	04	Mechanical Engineering	ME
6	Civil Engineering	03	Civil Engineering	CE
7	Chemistry	02	Chemistry	CY
8	Mathematics	01	Mathematics	MA
9	Statistics	01	Statistics	ST
Total Vacancies		250

Age Limit & Relaxation (as on 15-11-2026)

Candidates must not exceed 30 years of age as on the closing date (15 November 2026).

Category	Upper Age Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
Central Government Civilian Employees	As per Government of India Rules
Ex-Servicemen	As per Central Government orders in force

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology (B.E. / B.Tech.) OR Master's Degree in Science (M.Sc.) in one of the notified subject disciplines from a recognised University or Institution.
GATE Score Mandate: Candidates must possess a valid GATE Score Card (qualifying cut-off marks achieved in GATE 2024, GATE 2025, or GATE 2026) corresponding to the subject applied for.
Candidates can apply for only one subject code.

Salary & Emoluments

Pay Scale / Matrix	Approximate Initial Monthly Emoluments
Level-7 in Pay Matrix (Group 'B', Non-Gazetted)	₹1,00,000/- per month (approx. for posting at New Delhi including allowances)

Selection Process

GATE Score Shortlisting: Applications fulfilling eligibility criteria will be sorted in order of merit based on valid GATE scores. Shortlisting will be done in the ratio of 5 times the number of vacancies per subject.
Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. Date and venue will be communicated through email.
Final Selection: Based on combined evaluation of GATE Score and Interview performance.
Background Checks: Selected candidates must clear Character & Antecedent Verification and a Medical Examination as per Group 'B' Central Govt norms.

How to Apply Offline for Cabinet Secretariat Recruitment 2026

Type the application form printed in the notification on an A-4 size paper.
Fill in all columns carefully in English block (capital) letters using black/blue ink only.
Paste a self-attested recent passport-size coloured photograph in the designated box.
Attach self-attested photocopies of all required documents (educational mark sheets, GATE score card, age proof, caste certificate, NOC if employed).
Enclose two additional passport-size photographs with your name and date of birth written on the back.
Put the completed form and documents into an envelope and super-scribe the post name on top.
Send it strictly by Ordinary Post to:
Post Bag No. 001, Lodhi Road Head Post Office, New Delhi - 110003.
Ensure the application reaches on or before 15 November 2026.

Important Links

Official Website Official Notification PDF

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the last date to apply for Cabinet Secretariat DFO Recruitment 2026?The last date for receipt of offline application forms is 15 November 2026.

How many total vacancies are announced?A total of 250 tentative vacancies across 9 technical and science subjects.

Is GATE score mandatory for this post?Yes, a valid GATE score card from GATE 2024, GATE 2025, or GATE 2026 in the matching paper is compulsory.

Can I apply online for this post?No, applications are accepted offline only by Ordinary Post to Post Bag No. 001, Lodhi Road Head Post Office, New Delhi - 110003.

Note: Please review the official notification PDF published in Employment News carefully before submitting your application.

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