Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Deputy Director and various other posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply before 18th December 2025. Applicants should carefully check the eligibility details like educational qualification, age limit, and experience before applying.
The recruitment notification and application form are available on the official website — www.dgca.gov.in. The selection will be based on test/interview, and the selected candidates will be appointed in New Delhi.
About Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is the national aviation regulatory body of India. It works under the Ministry of Civil Aviation and is responsible for ensuring air safety, regulating civil aviation operations, issuing licenses, and setting aviation standards. DGCA also oversees flight operations, aircraft maintenance, and crew training to maintain safe and efficient aviation practices across the country.
DGCA Recruitment 2025 – Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) |
| Post Name | Deputy Director and Various Posts |
| Job Location | Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 400001 |
| Total Vacancies | 116 Posts |
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th December 2025 |
| Official Website | www.dgca.gov.in |
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Director of Airworthiness | 07 |
| Deputy Director of Airworthiness | 22 |
| Assistant Director of Airworthiness | 26 |
| Deputy Director of Operations | 10 |
| Assistant Director of Operations | 03 |
| Director of Air Safety (Re-employment) | 03 |
| Deputy Director of Air Safety (Re-employment) | 03 |
| Director (Aircraft Engineering) (Re-employment) | 03 |
| Deputy Director (Aircraft Engineering) | 05 |
| Assistant Director (Aircraft Engineering) | 14 |
| Director (Regulation and Information) | 01 |
| Deputy Director (Regulation and Information) | 07 |
| Deputy Director (Flying and Training) | 04 |
| Senior Dangerous Goods Inspector | 01 |
| Senior Cabin Safety Inspector | 03 |
| Accounts Officer (Regions) | 04 |
| Total | 116 Posts |
Educational Qualification
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification Required | Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree from a recognized University or Institution. |
| Additional Information | Candidates should check the official notification for post-wise qualifications and experience requirements. |
Pay Scale
| Salary Range (Per Month) | Level-13 (as per government norms) |
Age Limit
| Maximum Age | 56 Years |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Test/Interview | Candidates will be shortlisted based on performance. |
| 2. Document Verification | Final selection will be done after document verification. |
How to Apply
| Application Mode | Offline |
|---|---|
| Address to Send Application | The Deputy Director (E-II), Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Opp. Safdarjung Airport, New Delhi |
| Documents Required | Application form, self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, APAR (last 5 years), cadre clearance, and vigilance clearance |
| Note | Applications must be sent within 60 days from the publication of the advertisement in Employment News (18–24 October 2025). |
| Source | Employment News 18–24 October 2025 (Vol. No. 29, Page No. 12) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published On | 20th October 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 18th December 2025 |
For more details, please refer to official notification at Download Official Notification