Airworthiness Officer – DGCA
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 25
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering (Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication) and a valid AME License.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of Aircraft Maintenance experience on an operating aircraft in an approved Aircraft Maintenance Organization.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation is recruiting for 25 Airworthiness Officer positions to oversee aircraft safety and maintenance standards. Successful candidates will receive a competitive salary under Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or relevant Engineering disciplines along with a valid AME License. This role offers a prestigious career in the Ministry of Civil Aviation with responsibilities ranging from aircraft inspection to investigating major defects.
- Maximum age limit is 35 years for UR/EWS, 38 years for OBC, and 40 years for SC/ST candidates.
- Selection involves a two-year probation period including mandatory induction training of at least two weeks.
- The post is permanent and classified as General Central Service Group-A Gazetted, Non-Ministerial.
- Reservation includes 4 vacancies for UR, 9 for EWS, 4 for OBC, 3 for SC, and 5 for ST.
- Candidates must apply online through the UPSC ORA portal before the closing date of June 12, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix plus applicable allowances.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: ₹25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.
Specific posts in Ladakh follow the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004 as extended to the UT.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Log in using the URN and fill out the post-specific application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience certificates in PDF format.
- Capture a live photo and upload a scanned signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (if applicable) using Visa/Master/Rupay/UPI or Net Banking.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is based on Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
A Bachelor's degree in Physics, Mathematics, or Engineering (Aeronautical/Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Telecommunication) and a valid AME License are required.
The maximum age is 35 years for UR/EWS, with relaxations for OBC (38) and SC/ST (40).