Cabinet Secretariat has announced 250 Deputy Field Officer (Technical) vacancies. Qualifications listed include B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc. The application deadline is 15-11-2026. Check the notification for post-specific eligibility and application instructions.
Vacancy Summary
| Organization | Cabinet Secretariat |
|---|---|
| Positions | Deputy Field Officer (Technical) |
| Vacancies | 250 |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc |
| Advertisement number | 02/2026 |
| Application deadline | 15-11-2026 |
Eligibility
Applicants must be Indian Nationals with a degree from a recognised University or Institution and a valid GATE Score Card. The qualification and GATE paper must match the subject applied for. A valid score must meet the qualifying cut-off in GATE 2024, 2025 or 2026. Candidates may apply for only one subject.
| Subject applied for | Required qualification | GATE paper (code) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science / Information Technology | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) |
| Electronics and / or Communication / Telecommunication | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) |
| Data Science / Artificial Intelligence, or Computer Science with a specialisation in Data Science / Artificial Intelligence | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) |
| Physics | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Physics (PH) |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Mechanical Engineering (ME) |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Civil Engineering (CE) |
| Chemistry | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Chemistry (CY) |
| Mathematics | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Mathematics (MA) |
| Statistics | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology, or Master’s degree in Science, in the relevant subject | Statistics (ST) |
Eligibility is assessed on the closing date. The role involves field postings and All India Transfer liability. Initial posting is at New Delhi.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 30 years as on 15 November 2026. The notification does not specify a minimum age. Upper-age relaxation is available for SC, ST, OBC, Central Government Employees and Ex-Servicemen under Central Government orders in force; the notification does not state the relaxation periods.
Salary
The post is in Level-7 of the Pay Matrix, Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted. Initial monthly emoluments, including allowances, are approximately Rs. 1,00,000 for a posting at New Delhi.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification published in Employment News | 17–23 October 2026 issue |
| Application start date | Not specified in the notification |
| Interview date, time and centre | To be intimated by email to shortlisted candidates |
Selection Process
Eligible applications are ranked separately for each subject by valid GATE Score. Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a number five times the vacancies. Final selection is based on GATE Score and interview. Selected candidates must also clear character and antecedent verification and a medical examination. The notification does not state the marks or weightage for the GATE Score and interview.
Documents to Prepare
Send the duly filled application form with self-attested copies of the applicable documents:
- Mark sheets and certificates for Matriculation, 10+2 and B.E. / B.Tech. / M.Sc.
- Birth certificate or other relevant proof of age, such as a Matriculation Certificate, Passport, Driving License or PAN Card.
- Valid GATE Score Card.
- Caste certificate (Annexure-I or Annexure-II), if claiming age relaxation.
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer, if applicable.
- Undertaking (Annexure-III) and discharge certificate, for Ex-Servicemen.
- Two recent passport-size coloured photographs, with name and date of birth written on the back.
- Self-attested copy of Aadhaar Card.
Central Government civilian employees seeking age relaxation should include the certificate in Annexure-IV, as applicable.
How to Apply
- Choose one notified subject and its corresponding GATE subject code.
- Complete the application form printed with the notification. Type it on A-4 paper and fill it in English capital (block) letters using black or blue ink. Do not leave any column blank.
- Affix a self-attested recent passport-size coloured photograph and sign and date the declaration, stating the place.
- Attach the required self-attested documents and send the application by ordinary post to: Post Bag No. 001, Lodhi Road Head Post Office, New Delhi-110003.
The application must reach the address by 15 November 2026. Incomplete or unsigned applications, or applications missing a photograph or required certificates or information, will be rejected. Persons in Government service must apply through their respective office.
Application deadline: 15-11-2026
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