The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), has been released C-DAC Recruitment 2026 for Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Associate, Senior Project Engineer, and other contractual positions across multiple centers in India. Candidates with B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, ITI, Diploma, M.E/M.Tech, M.Phil/Ph.D, CA, CMA, CS can apply online. Online application process already begun from 1 June 2026 and the last date fir application process is 20 June 2026. This recruitment drive declared around 11 cities in India including Bengaluru, Pune, Guwahati, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, Noida, Delhi, Mohali, Kolkata, and Thiruvananthapuram. This is a good chance for experienced candidates, IT professionals and engineering graduates who are interested to work with advanced technologies in India. Candidates can apply without any charges of application online.
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
C-DAC, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has been inviting applications for its various posts like Project Engineer, Project Associate, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, and support roles in contractual basis. These positions are available in domains such as AI/ML, Cyber Security, VLSI, Software Development, Quantum Computing, HPC, Networking, Embedded Systems, Cloud Computing, and Data Science. Check official website notification details
This recruitment drive offers around 11 centers of India. Applicants with BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech, ITI, MCA, Ph.D., or relevant graduation/post-graduation degree are eligible for applying online.
• Organization: Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)
• Post Names: Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Support Staff, Project Manager, Program delivery Manager, Project Associate, & more
• Appointment Nature: Contractual basis
• Total Vacancies: 951 Posts (Pan-India Recruitment Drive)
• Application Fee: No Fee for all candidates
• Application Mode: Online
• Advertisement Date: 01 June 2026
• Last Date of Application Submission: 20 June 2026
• Job Centres: Hyderabad, Pune, Bengaluru, Chennai, Noida, Mumbai, Kolkata, Delhi, Mohali, Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati
• Official Website: https://www.cdac.in/
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
A total of around 951 vacancies announced for 11 centers in India. The recruitment includes various technical and management posts like Project Associate, Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Module Lead, Project Manager, Project Lead, Program Manager, Knowledge Partner, Project Support Staff. Check official notification for more knowledge regarding it.
Important Dates For C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Event Date
Online Application Start 01 June 2026
Last Date to Apply 20 June 2026
Interview Date To be Notified
Eligibility Criteria for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria. Aspirants holding qualification must be from AICTE/UGC-approved colleges.
Educational Qualification
Candidates should possess qualifications like:
B.E./B.Tech, (min 60% or equivalent CGPA for most posts) M.E./M.Tech, MCA, M.Sc, Ph.D. (for specific posts), Relevant experience for senior-level positions.
The qualification may vary according to the post and project. Check official notification details
Age Limit for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Lower level project positions have lower maximum age limit as per notifications prescribed. Senior managerial posts may allow up to 56 years of age limit. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government rules.
Category Wise Age relaxation
Category Age Relaxation
Project Associate / 30 years Project Engineer
Senior Project Engineer 40 years / Module Lead / Project Leader
Project Support Staff / 35 years HRD / Group Secretary
Project Engineer (Experienced) 45 years PS&O Executive
YearsProject Officer 50 Years
Project Technician 30 years
Project Manager / 56 years Program Delivery / Program Manager / Manager / Knowledge Partner
OBC (NCL) 3 years
SC / ST 5 years relaxation
PwBD / Ex-Servicemen As per govt rule /Physically Challenged
Government Employees 5 years relaxation
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Salary Structure
Candidates who will be engaged for the desired post will receive attractive consolidated pay scale based on qualification and experience. Salary may differ according to post and qualifications
Post Name Monthly Salary
Project Associate 30,000 – ₹42,000
Senior Project Engineer 37,400 – ₹59,250
Project Engineer 37,400 – ₹59,250
Project Manager ₹1,05,250 – ₹1,90,800
Module Lead / 70,750 – ₹1,16,700 Project Lead
Program Manager 1,05,250 – ₹1,90,800
Project Support Staff ₹25,000
C-DAC Recruitment Application Fee
There is no application fee for all categories such as SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, EWS.
Selection Process for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
CDAC selection process includes multiple stages. Take a look at below details:
1. Application Screening
All the applications received by CDAC wiil be screened as per qualification, experience and other requirement thresholds. Candidates who meet the required conditions are eligible for next stage of selection.
2. Written Examination
This is the second stage of selection process. There will be written test in this round. It is depending on the number of applications received by the center.
3. Personal Interview
Candidates will call personally for interview round
4. Documents Verification
Finally selected candidates original documents will be checked at the time of verification process
Document Required for C-DAC 2026 Recruitment
1. Educational marksheet and certificates
2. Experience Certificate
3. Proof of date of birth
4. Caste certificates
5. NOC from current employer
6. Recent passport-size photocopy
7. Updated Resume
Check official website notification for complete details
How to Apply for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
1. Visit the official C-DAC Careers Portal at https://www.cdac.in/
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number
3. Fill all your personal and ecademic qualifications correctly.
4. Upload required documents.
5. Submit the application form online
6. Download a hardcopy for future reference.
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