DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships; Chennai; On-site; INR 326,000 - 1,030,000; Full time

Job summary

Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships (DLL), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has announced a single vacancy for Technician (Diesel) under Advt No. 07/2026. The posting covers Chennai and remote/island locations, with offline applications due by 23 November 2026.

The role requires Matriculation with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience. Selection involves a written test and trade/technical assessments, with pay Level-5 (29200-92300).

Qualifications

• Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience.
• Two years practical experience in installation, maintenance and overhauling of Diesel generator sets, Air Compressors, Battery Chargers etc.
• Age limit: 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Matriculation or equivalent

Tools

Diesel engine experience

Job description

COMPANY NAME Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships

Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships (DLL), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has invited applications for the post of Technician (Diesel) under Advt No. 07/2026. Applications are to be sent offline and must reach the organisation by 23 November 2026.

The posts are for Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations. Qualification required: Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience. The pay is Level-5 (29200-92300). Selection is by written test comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical and trade test for successful candidates from written test. Eligibility, dates and the steps to apply are given below.

Key Points

• Fee: No application fee is mentioned in the notification
• Age limit: 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)
• Places: Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations

DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 - Overview

Organisation Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships (DLL), Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Post Name Technician (Diesel)

No of Posts 1

Advt No 07/2026

Job Type Full Time

Pay Pay Level-5 (29200-92300)

Place of Posting Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations

Qualification Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience

Age Limit 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)

Apply Mode Offline

Last Date 23 November 2026

Send Application To The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, 'Deep Bhavan', 5/20, Jaffar Syrang Street, Chennai 600001

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

DLL Notification PDF 2026

Advt No. 07/2026 gives the full conditions for the post, including anything not covered in the tables on this page. Read it before applying. The download link is in the Important Links table below.

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• Qualification: Passed Matriculation or its equivalent. Should have served as an apprentice for atleast four years in a reputable firm or in a Central or State Government establishment.; OR Diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Experience: Two years practical experience in installation, maintenance and overhauling of Diesel generator sets, Air Compressors, Battery Chargers etc.
• Age limit: 21 to 30 years (as on closing date)

Other conditions:

• Eligible Indian nationals only
• Liable to be transferred anywhere in India including Andaman & Nicobar / Lakshadweep Islands

Who Cannot Apply for DLL Recruitment 2026

• Candidates awaiting results of the final examination
• Candidates submitting more than one application

Event

Date

Date of Publication in Employment News 24 October 2026

Last Date (approx: 30 days from publication) 23 November 2026

Crucial date of eligibility 10 August 2026

How Will DLL Select Candidates?

• Written test comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical
• Trade test for successful candidates from written test
• Written test for 100 marks comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical
• Trade test

DLL Exam Pattern 2026

PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test (Numerical/Qualitative/Quantitative/Reasoning etc.)

PART-B Technical

• Detailed syllabus is on www.dgll.nic.in.

Documents to Enclose

• Application form in prescribed format
• Passport size colour photograph
• Matriculation / Higher Secondary School Examination Certificate for date of birth
• Educational and/or technical qualification certificates and mark lists
• Experience certificate if any
• Disability Certificate if applicable
• No Objection Certificate if employed in Government / PSU

Other Points to Note

• Applications not in prescribed format, illegible, incomplete, unsigned or received after closing date will be rejected.

DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 - Important Links

This article is based on the official notification of Directorate of Lighthouses & Lightships, Advertisement No. 07/2026, dated 24 October 2026. Candidates should verify every detail in that notification before applying.

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DLL Technician (Diesel) Recruitment 2026 - FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for DLL Recruitment 2026?

Applications must reach the organisation by 23 November 2026.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in DLL Recruitment 2026?

There is 1 vacancy for Technician (Diesel).

Q3. How do I apply for DLL Recruitment 2026?

Fill in the application form (Annexure-1 / Website) and send it to The Director, Directorate of Lighthouses and Lightships, 'Deep Bhavan', 5/20, Jaffar Syrang Street, Chennai 600001, by speed post or registered post, to reach by 23 November 2026.

Q4. What is the age limit for this recruitment?

The age limit is 21 to 30 years (as on closing date).

Q5. What is the salary for this recruitment?

Q6. What qualification is needed for this recruitment?

Passed Matriculation or equivalent with apprenticeship or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with experience.

Q7. Are there other conditions for this recruitment besides qualification and age?

Yes. Eligible Indian nationals only. Liable to be transferred anywhere in India including Andaman & Nicobar / Lakshadweep Islands.

Q8. Who cannot apply for this recruitment?

Candidates awaiting results of the final examination. Candidates submitting more than one application.

Q9. How will candidates be selected for this recruitment?

Written test comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical. Trade test for successful candidates from written test. Written test for 100 marks comprising PART-A General Knowledge/Aptitude Test and PART-B Technical. Trade test.

Q10. Which places are covered by DLL Recruitment 2026?

Chennai, Any Light house station including remote and island locations.

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