Delhi Cantonment Board JE & AE Online Form 2026

The Delhi Cantonment Board invites applications for the posts of Junior Engineer (JE) and Assistant Engineer (AE) for the year 2026. Delhi Cantonment Board is a local civic body under the Defence Estates Organization, Ministry of Defence, Government of India, responsible for civic administration of the Delhi Cantonment area. This recruitment offers opportunities in technical and engineering departments for candidates with ITI qualifications and above. Selected candidates will be responsible for planning, execution, and maintenance of civil works, electrical installations, and other engineering projects within the cantonment area. The positions offer Central Government job security, regular pay scales as per 7th Pay Commission, and opportunities for career advancement in the engineering cadre.

Typical / Indicative Timeline

Typical / Indicative Vacancy Distribution

Educational Qualification

For Junior Engineer (JE):

• ITI (Industrial Training Institute) Certificate in relevant trade (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical) from recognized institute
• OR Diploma in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from recognized Polytechnic

For Assistant Engineer (AE):

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering from recognized University
• Valid registration with respective State Engineering Council (where applicable)

Age Limit

Age as on closing date of application:

Age Relaxation:

Nationality

• Indian Citizen, OR
• Subject of Nepal, OR
• Subject of Bhutan, OR
• Tibetan Refugee who came to India before 1st January 1962 with intention of permanent settlement, OR
• Person of Indian Origin (PIO) who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, East African countries of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, Zaire, Ethiopia and Vietnam with intention of permanent settlement in India

1. Visit the official Delhi Cantonment Board website (www.cbdelhi.in) or designated recruitment portal
2. Click on the 'Recruitment' or 'Career' section and locate the JE & AE 2026 notification
3. Read the detailed notification and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria
4. Click on 'Apply Online' or 'New Registration' link to begin application
5. Complete the registration process by providing basic details (name, email, mobile number) and create login credentials
6. Login using registered credentials and fill the application form with personal, educational, and contact details
7. Upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, educational certificates, category certificate if applicable) in prescribed format and size
8. Review all entered information carefully before proceeding to payment
9. Pay the application fee through online mode (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI)
10. Submit the application form and save/print the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference
11. Note down the application/registration number for tracking application status

Application Fees

Typical / Indicative Fee Structure:

Note: Fee once paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.

1. Written Examination (Objective Type): Computer-based or offline objective type examination covering technical knowledge, general awareness, reasoning, and quantitative aptitude relevant to the post applied for. This is the primary screening stage with questions based on ITI/Diploma/Engineering syllabus.

1. Skill Test/Trade Test (if applicable): Practical assessment of technical skills and hands-on knowledge in the respective engineering discipline for shortlisted candidates from written exam. Candidates may be required to demonstrate practical knowledge of tools, equipment, and procedures.

1. Document Verification: Verification of original certificates including educational qualifications, age proof, caste certificate, experience certificate (if any), and other relevant documents. Candidates with discrepancies or incomplete documents may be disqualified.

1. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical fitness examination conducted by authorized medical board to ensure candidates meet the physical and medical standards prescribed for the post. Candidates must be medically fit as per Cantonment Board norms.

1. Final Merit List: Based on performance in written exam, skill test (if applicable), and successful completion of document verification and medical examination, final merit list will be prepared and appointment letters issued to selected candidates.

Written Examination Pattern (Typical)

For Junior Engineer (JE)

For Assistant Engineer (AE)

Negative Marking: Typically 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer in objective type questions.

Note: Final exam pattern will be mentioned in official notification. Pattern may vary for different engineering disciplines.

For Junior Engineer (JE) - Technical Subjects

Civil Engineering:

• Building Materials and Construction
• Surveying and Levelling
• Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering
• Strength of Materials
• Theory of Structures
• Concrete Technology and RCC Design
• Building Drawing and Estimation
• Public Health Engineering
• Highway Engineering basics
• Environmental Engineering fundamentals

Electrical Engineering:

• Basic Electrical Engineering concepts
• DC and AC Circuits and Machines
• Electrical Instruments and Measurements
• Transformers and their applications
• Power Systems basics
• Electrical Installation and Wiring
• Earthing and Protection systems
• Illumination Engineering
• Batteries and Power Electronics basics
• Electrical Safety measures

Mechanical Engineering:

• Engineering Mechanics and Strength of Materials
• Theory of Machines and Machine Design
• Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer
• Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulic Machines
• Manufacturing Processes and Workshop Technology
• Engineering Drawing and CAD basics
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• IC Engines and Power Plant Engineering
• Material Science and Metallurgy
• Industrial Engineering basics

For Assistant Engineer (AE) - Advanced Technical Topics

Civil Engineering (Advanced):

• Advanced Structural Analysis and Design
• Advanced Concrete Technology
• Advanced Geotechnical Engineering
• Water Resources Engineering
• Transportation Engineering
• Construction Planning and Management
• Quantity Surveying and Contracts
• Advanced Environmental Engineering
• CAD and design software applications

Electrical Engineering (Advanced):

• Advanced Power Systems
• High Voltage Engineering
• Power Electronics and Drives
• Control Systems and Automation
• Electrical Machine Design
• Electrical Estimation and Costing
• Energy Management and Audit
• Renewable Energy Systems
• Switchgear and Protection

Mechanical Engineering (Advanced):

• Advanced Machine Design
• Advanced Thermodynamics
• Production Engineering and Management
• Advanced Fluid Mechanics
• Automobile Engineering
• Advanced Manufacturing Technology
• Quality Control and Reliability
• Operations Research
• Project Management

General Awareness

• Current Affairs (National and International)
• Indian History and Culture
• Indian Polity and Constitution
• Geography of India
• Indian Economy basics
• General Science
• Sports and awards
• Books and authors

Reasoning Ability

• Verbal and Non-verbal reasoning
• Logical reasoning
• Analytical ability
• Number series and coding-decoding
• Data interpretation
• Problem solving

Quantitative Aptitude (for AE)

• Number systems and simplification
• Percentages and averages
• Profit and loss
• Time and work
• Speed, distance and time
• Simple and compound interest
• Mensuration and geometry
• Data interpretation and analysis

Typical / Indicative Salary Structure (7th Pay Commission)

For Junior Engineer (JE)

For Assistant Engineer (AE)

Additional Benefits: New Pension Scheme (NPS) with employer contribution, medical facilities, leave travel concession (LTC), group insurance, annual increments, and other central government allowances as applicable.

Junior Engineers can progress to Assistant Engineer positions through departmental examinations and experience-based promotions. Assistant Engineers can advance to Executive Engineer, Superintending Engineer, and Chief Engineer levels based on performance, seniority, and departmental promotion policies. Typical promotion timelines range from 4-8 years between levels, with opportunities for accelerated growth through competitive departmental exams and specialized training programs.

Admit cards are typically released 10-15 days before the examination date on the official Delhi Cantonment Board website. Candidates must download their admit card by logging into the recruitment portal using their registration number and password/date of birth. The admit card contains important information including examination venue, reporting time, candidate details, and instructions. No physical admit card will be sent by post; candidates must carry a printed copy along with valid photo ID proof to the examination centre.

Results are declared on the official website approximately 4-6 weeks after the examination. Candidates can check their results by entering their registration number or roll number on the designated result portal. The result typically includes marks obtained, qualifying status, and merit list category-wise. Shortlisted candidates for subsequent stages (skill test, document verification) will be notified separately through the website and registered email/SMS. Final selection list is published after completion of all selection stages.

Typical / Indicative Cutoff Marks: Cutoff marks vary each year based on vacancy count, difficulty level, and number of applicants. For JE positions, General category cutoff typically ranges from 55-65% of total marks, OBC cutoff is usually 50-60%, and SC/ST cutoff ranges from 45-55%. For AE positions, cutoffs are generally 5-10% higher. Category-wise cutoffs are determined separately, and candidates must score minimum qualifying marks in each section if sectional cutoffs are prescribed. Previous year trends suggest competitive cutoffs due to limited vacancies.

North India: Delhi NCR (Multiple centres), Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Dehradun, Shimla

South India: Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Trivandrum, Pune, Secunderabad

East India: Kolkata, Patna, Bhubaneswar, Ranchi, Guwahati

West India: Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Surat, Nagpur, Indore

Northeast India: Guwahati, Shillong, Imphal, Dimapur

Central India: Bhopal, Jabalpur, Raipur

Note: Final exam centres will be allocated based on candidate preference and availability. Delhi NCR will have maximum centres given the job location.