Dalhousie Cantonment was established in the year 1867.The emergence of the Cantonment Board as a municipal body in Cantonments was basically in response to the need for maintenance of proper sanitation, health and hygiene in these areas. The scope of the Cantonment Board functions extends to the entire gamut of municipal administration. In addition to providing basic amenities, Cantonment Board, Dalhousie also manages general public welfare institutions and facilities to the residents of the Cantonment area. 

Minimum Essential Qualification
(i) Must have passed 10+2 examination or its equivalent from a recognized Board of School Education or University.
(ii) Must possess a minimum speed of 30 wpm in English typewriting or 25 wpm in Hindi typewriting on computer.
(iii) Must have adequate knowledge of “MS word and Excel” on computer as prescribed by the Recruiting Authority.
Desirable Qualification
(i) Degree with good working knowledge on computers (Microsoft Office, MS Word, MS Excel, MSPOWERPOINT, Knowledge of modern operating systems, networking, and Office software).
(ii) Adequate Knowledge of Accounts/Stock Register Maintenance.