NHAI Deputy Manager Technical Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Posts Through GATE 2026

Civil Engineering graduates with a valid GATE 2026 score can apply for 60 Deputy Manager (Technical) posts in the National Highways Authority of India. This direct recruitment carries Level 10 pay and online submission is open until 15 June 2026, 6:00 PM. The post also carries all-India service liability and a ₹5 lakh service bond for 3 years, so candidates should check the commitment before applying.

Contents

• Quick Overview
• Should You Read This Job Post?
• Vacancy Details, Eligibility and Salary
• Important Dates, Fee and Age Limit
• Salary and Posting Value
• Selection Process
• Documents You Should Keep Ready
• How to Apply
• Quick FAQs

Quick Overview

Should You Read This Job Post?

Read this if

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or can submit the degree/provisional certificate by the permitted date.
• You have a valid GATE 2026 Civil Engineering score.
• You are comfortable with all-India service liability and the 3-year bond condition.

You may skip this if

• Your engineering degree is not in Civil Engineering.
• You do not have a valid GATE 2026 Civil Engineering score.
• You cannot submit the required degree/provisional certificate by 31.08.2026.

Vacancy Details, Eligibility and Salary

Deputy Manager (Technical) role explained

This recruitment is only for Civil Engineering candidates and is not a general engineering vacancy. It suits candidates who want technical work connected with national highways, infrastructure implementation and NHAI project requirements.

Out of 60 posts, 04 posts are reserved for eligible PwBD categories. Result-awaiting Civil Engineering candidates may apply, but joining is allowed only after submitting the degree/provisional degree certificate to NHAI not later than 31.08.2026.

Important Dates, Fee and Age Limit

Salary and Posting Value

The post carries Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 with Central Dearness Allowance. The advertisement states that the number/category/recruitment mode of posts may increase, decrease or change.

Selected candidates must execute a service bond of ₹5 lakh for serving NHAI for at least 3 years from joining, so the post is best suited to candidates comfortable with all-India posting and bond commitment.

Selection Process

Selection is based on the GATE 2026 score in Civil Engineering. If applications are large, NHAI may use shortlisting criteria and restrict candidates for interaction or interview, if called.

Documents You Should Keep Ready

• Colour passport-size photograph
• Scanned signature
• Class X certificate for date of birth
• Civil Engineering degree or provisional degree certificate
• GATE Score Card 2026
• SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD/Ex-servicemen certificate, if applicable
• NOC, experience certificate or other supporting documents, if applicable

How to Apply

1. Visit the official NHAI website.
2. Go to About Us, then Recruitment, then Vacancies, then Current.
3. Open the Deputy Manager (Technical) advertisement.
4. Click the Online Application link and fill the form.
5. Enter personal, educational, category and GATE 2026 details carefully.
6. Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
7. Preview the form and use edit if correction is needed before final submission.
8. Submit by 15.06.2026 at 6:00 PM and keep the Application Acknowledgement safely.

Quick FAQs

What is the last date?

The last date is 15 June 2026 up to 6:00 PM.

How many vacancies are announced?

NHAI has announced 60 Deputy Manager (Technical) posts.

Which degree is required?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University or Institute is required.

Is GATE 2026 compulsory?

Yes. Selection is based on valid GATE 2026 score in Civil Engineering.

What is the salary?

The pay is Level 10, ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500, with Central Dearness Allowance.

Is there a service bond?

Yes. Selected candidates must execute a ₹5 lakh bond for serving NHAI for at least 3 years from joining.