Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has announced the DPCC Trainee Recruitment 2026 for a total of 150 contractual trainee positions (Technical & Scientific). The recruitment offers a monthly stipend and selection is based on merit through GATE/NET scores or qualifying examination marks.
At a Glance
| Organisation |
Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Department of Environment, Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
| Post Name |
Trainee (Technical & Scientific) |
| Nature of Engagement |
Contractual Basis (Monthly Stipend) |
| Total Vacancies |
150 |
| Stipend |
1st Year: Rs. 25,000/month; 2nd Year: Rs. 26,500/month; 3rd Year: Rs. 28,000/month |
| Application Mode |
Online only (via dpcc.delhi.gov.in) |
| Selection Mode |
Merit based on GATE/NET Score (2023 or later); if insufficient, merit based on qualifying exam marks |
| Advertisement No. |
DPCC/3(9)(412)/Admn-2026/ |
| Last Date for Application |
2026-06-07 |
| Official Website |
https://dpcc.delhi.gov.in |
Post & Organization Details
- Organisation: Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Department of Environment, Govt. of NCT of Delhi
- Post: Trainee (Technical & Scientific)
- Engagement: Contractual basis with monthly stipend for up to 3 years
- Reservation: SC, ST, OBC‑NCL (Delhi), EWS, UR as per GNCTD/DoPT guidelines
Vacancy Details
| Category |
Vacancies |
| SC |
22 |
| ST |
11 |
| OBC‑NCL (Delhi) |
40 |
| EWS |
15 |
| UR |
62 |
| Total |
150 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Trainee Type |
Qualifying Examination |
Disciplines |
| Technical Trainee |
B.E./B.Tech with First Division (Full‑time, Regular) completed in 2023 or later |
Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, ECE, Biomedical, Water Resources, Remote Sensing, GIS, Hydrology or equivalent |
| Scientific Trainee |
M.Sc. with First Division (Full‑time, Regular) completed in 2023 or later |
Biochemistry, Microbiology, Life Science, Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Toxicology or equivalent |
- Candidate must have passed the qualifying examination in 2023 or later.
- First Division is mandatory.
- Preference will be given to candidates with valid GATE/NET scores of 2023, 2024, 2025, or 2026.
- Candidates previously engaged as DPCC trainees are ineligible.
Pay Scale & Salary
| Year of Engagement |
Monthly Stipend |
| 1st Year |
Rs. 25,000 |
| 2nd Year |
Rs. 26,500 |
| 3rd Year |
Rs. 28,000 |
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Date of Advertisement Upload on DPCC Website |
2026-05-17 |
| Last Date for Online Application Submission |
2026-06-07 |
Selection Process
- Primary merit (i): Candidates with valid GATE/NET scores (2023 or later) are ranked in descending order of score.
- Secondary merit (ii): If vacancies remain, candidates are ranked based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination (2023 or later).
- A wait‑list panel will be prepared for any future vacancies; the panel remains valid for one year from the date of final result.
How to Apply
- Visit the official DPCC portal: https://dpcc.delhi.gov.in.
- Navigate to the “Career” or “Recruitment” section and locate “DPCC Trainee Recruitment 2026”.
- Read the complete notification and click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Fill in all required personal and academic details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of:
- GATE/NET score card (if applicable)
- Qualifying examination mark sheet (2023 or later)
- Valid caste certificate (for reserved categories)
- Review the entered information, confirm, and submit the application.
- After successful submission, note down the application reference number for future correspondence.
Important Links
FAQ’s
- 1. Who is eligible to apply for the DPCC Trainee positions?
- Candidates who have passed a B.E./B.Tech (Technical) or M.Sc. (Scientific) with First Division in 2023 or later, and who possess a valid GATE/NET score (preferred) are eligible. Prior DPCC trainees are not eligible.
- 2. Is there any application fee?
- No. The application process is completely free of charge for all categories.
- 3. How is the selection merit determined?
- Primary merit is based on GATE/NET scores (2023‑2026). If vacancies remain, secondary merit is based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
- 4. What is the duration of the engagement?
- Initial engagement is for six months, extendable in six‑month increments up to a maximum of three years, subject to satisfactory performance.
- 5. When is the last date to submit the online application?
- The last date for online submission is 2026-06-07 (21 days from the advertisement date).
- 6. Can I apply if I do not have a GATE/NET score?
- Yes. Candidates without a GATE/NET score can still be considered under secondary merit based on qualifying exam marks.
- 7. What documents must be uploaded with the application?
- Scanned copies of GATE/NET score card (if any), qualifying exam mark sheet (2023 or later), and a valid caste certificate for reserved categories.
