CDAC Recruitment 2026 is open. The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), a scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), has invited online applications for a large number of contractual technical positions โ Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer/Project Lead and Project Manager โ at its centres across India. Online registration started on 5 October 2026 and the last date is 26 October 2026. There is no application fee.
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Important Links (Direct Official Links)
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
All links open the official website of the recruiting organisation.
CDAC Recruitment 2026 โ Overview
| Organisation | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), MeitY |
| Posts | Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead, Project Manager and other technical roles |
| Engagement | Contract basis, initially up to 3 years or project completion |
| Centres | Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, CINE Guwahati |
| Application fee | Nil |
| Apply mode | Online at careers.cdac.in |
| Last date | 26 October 2026 |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 05 October 2026 (some centres from 06 October) |
| Last date to apply | 26 October 2026 |
| Written test / interview | To be informed by email |
Centre-wise Advertisements
| Centre | Advertisement |
|---|---|
| C-DAC Bengaluru | C-DAC/BLR/03/2026 |
| C-DAC Chennai | CORP/JIT/03/2026-CH |
| C-DAC Delhi | CORP/JIT/03/2026-DL |
| C-DAC Hyderabad | CORP/JIT/03/2026-HY |
| C-DAC Kolkata | C-DAC/KL/09/2026 and CORP/JIT/03/2026-KOL |
| C-DAC Mohali | CORP/JIT/03/2026-ML |
| C-DAC Mumbai | C-DAC/MB/09/2026 |
| C-DAC Noida, Pune, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, CINE Guwahati | Separate advertisements on careers.cdac.in |
Each centre lists its own post-wise vacancies, domains and experience requirements on the official careers portal. For example, C-DAC Bengaluru alone has notified 58 positions (10 Project Associate, 18 Project Engineer, 10 Senior Project Engineer/Project Lead and 20 Project Manager).
Eligibility and Salary (Typical, as per C-DAC Bengaluru advertisement)
| Post | Qualification | Upper age limit | Initial CTC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or relevant PG degree | Freshers 30 yrs; experienced 45 yrs | โน3.6 โ 5.04 LPA |
| Project Engineer (0โ4 yrs exp.) | BE/B.Tech or PG with 60%, ME/M.Tech or PhD | Freshers 30 yrs; experienced 45 yrs | โน4.49 โ 7.11 LPA |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead (4โ7 yrs) | Same as above | 40 yrs | โน8.49 โ 14 LPA |
| Project Manager (9โ15 yrs) | Same as above | 56 yrs | โน12.63 โ 22.9 LPA |
Requirements differ slightly by centre โ always check the specific advertisement before applying. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules, and government employees get 5 years extra. The cut-off date for age and experience is the last date of application.
Selection Process
Applications are screened on academic record and experience. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a written test and/or interview. Call letters are sent only by email.
How to Apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026
- Visit careers.cdac.in and choose the centre you want to apply for.
- Open the advertisement, read the position details and click “Apply” against the post.
- Log in with your mobile number and OTP, then fill in the application form.
- Upload a photo (JPG, up to 400 KB) and resume (PDF, up to 500 KB) and submit.
- Apply separately for each post; the last date is 26 October 2026.
Key Highlights of CDAC Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: C-DAC, Ministry of Electronics and IT
- Posts: Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager and more
- Centres: Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Patna, Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati
- Application fee: Nil
- Online registration: 5 to 26 October 2026
- Selection: screening, written test and/or interview
CDAC Recruitment 2026 โ Important Tips Before You Apply
- Read the advertisement of the specific centre you are applying to, because posts and domains differ by centre.
- Upload your resume in PDF (up to 500 KB) and a JPG photo (up to 400 KB).
- Apply separately for each post you are interested in.
- Mention all extra skills and experience โ shortlisting is based on qualifications and experience above the minimum.
CDAC Recruitment 2026 โ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online for CDAC Recruitment 2026 is 26 October 2026 for all the centre-wise advertisements.
Is there any application fee?
No. C-DAC does not charge any application fee for these advertisements.
Can freshers apply?
Yes. Project Associate and Project Engineer posts accept freshers (upper age limit 30 years for freshers), as per the C-DAC Bengaluru advertisement.
Are these permanent jobs?
No. These are contract positions, initially for up to 3 years or the project duration, whichever is earlier.
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Official Notification
View all official C-DAC advertisements here: C-DAC Careers Portal โ Current Openings
Example: C-DAC Bengaluru Advertisement C-DAC/BLR/03/2026
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