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Posted Date
13 June 2026
Last Date
Till filled
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released a major pan-India recruitment notification for 2026, offering 951 contractual positions. The advertised roles include Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, and Program Manager across various technical domains such as AI/ML, Cyber Security, Software Development, VLSI, and Embedded Systems. The online application portal opened on June 1, 2026, and will close on June 20, 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Position Nature | Purely Contractual / Project-based |
| Total Positions | 951 vacancies (Pan-India) |
| Application Period | June 1, 2026, to June 20, 2026 |
| Official Recruitment Portal | cdac.in |
| C-DAC Centers | Pune, Bengaluru, Noida, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Chennai, Mohali, Kolkata, Thiruvananthapuram, Guwahati |
You should skip this if you are seeking a permanent central government job with standard allowances (like DA, HRA, or pension schemes), as these positions are strictly contractual with consolidated packages, or if you do not have the required domain specialization or software development expertise.
You should consider applying if you are an engineering graduate, MCA, or post-graduate in CS/IT/Electronics looking to work in cutting-edge R&D fields like supercomputing, cyber security, quantum computing, or AI/ML. C-DAC offers exposure to high-level national research projects, collaborative work environments, and consolidated competitive pay packages without the rigid structures of typical government desks.
| Position Level | Key Domains & Specializations | Minimum Qualifications Required |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | IT support, testing, entry-level coding, networking. | BE / B.Tech / MCA or equivalent with good academic record. |
| Project Engineer | Software development, AI, cyber security, VLSI, cloud computing. | BE / B.Tech / ME / M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc in CS, IT, Electronics, or related field. |
| Senior Project Engineer | System architecture, research development, tech lead roles. | BE / B.Tech / ME / M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc with 3–7 years of relevant experience. |
| Project Manager / Program Manager | Project execution, resource delivery, program coordination. | BE / B.Tech / MCA / Post Graduation with 9–15 years of relevant experience. |
Vacancies are distributed across multiple projects in the respective C-DAC centers. Detailed domain-specific eligibility criteria and experience brackets can be viewed on the official C-DAC careers webpage.
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| Event/Detail | Date / Value |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | June 1, 2026 |
| Online Application Ends | June 20, 2026 |
| Application Fee (All Categories) | Nil (No fee for this recruitment cycle) |
| Age Limit (Project Associate) | Maximum 30 years |
| Age Limit (Project Engineer) | Maximum 35 years |
| Age Limit (Senior Project Engineer) | Maximum 40 years |
| Age Limit (Project Manager) | Maximum 50 years |
Permissible age relaxations apply to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen categories as per Government of India norms.
These positions are contractual and selected candidates will receive consolidated monthly emoluments. There are no separate allowances (such as DA or HRA) offered. The consolidated pay scales are:
Selected candidates are eligible for medical insurance reimbursement, EPF benefits, and leaves as per C-DAC guidelines.
The selection process consists of the following sequential stages:
No, these positions are purely on a contractual basis for an initial period of up to 3 years or until project completion, whichever is earlier.
No, there is no application fee for any category of applicants in this current recruitment cycle.
No. Selected candidates receive a consolidated monthly salary package. HRA, DA, and standard government pay scales do not apply.
Yes, candidates can apply for more than one position or center, provided they meet the specific eligibility and domain requirements for each post code.
The selection process usually involves initial screening based on qualifications and experience, followed by a technical/skill test and a personal interview.
Yes, C-DAC recruits entry-level Project Engineers with 0–2 years of experience. Freshers with good programming skills and projects in their respective domains are encouraged to apply.
To apply for this job please visit cdac.in.
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