The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released a notification for 805 contractual positions, including Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, and Project Support Staff. Interested candidates with engineering and technology backgrounds can apply online via the official C-DAC website by the deadline.
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Post Names | Project Engineer, Project Technician, Manager, Support Staff |
| Total Vacancies | 805 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | BLK-2712026-4EM2X (Bengaluru & others) |
| Job Category | Central Government Jobs (Contractual) |
| Job Location | All India (Bengaluru, Noida, Hyderabad, etc.) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | careers.cdac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | February 01, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | February 01, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 20, 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified via email |
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
C-DAC has announced 805 vacancies across various centers in India. The recruitment includes roles for freshers and experienced professionals across domains such as AI, Cyber Security, and Software Development. Below is the center-wise breakup of the available posts.
| Center / Location | No. of Vacancies |
| C-DAC Noida | 283 |
| C-DAC Hyderabad | 105 |
| C-DAC Chennai | 97 |
| C-DAC Bengaluru | 93 |
| C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram | 73 |
| C-DAC Pune | 65 |
| C-DAC Mumbai | 27 |
| C-DAC NE (CINE) | 27 |
| C-DAC Delhi | 20 |
| C-DAC Kolkata | 15 |
| Total | 805 |
Education Details
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized University or Institute:
- B.E. / B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, Electronics, or relevant discipline with at least 60% marks.
- MCA or M.Sc in Computer Science / IT / relevant domain with at least 60% marks.
- M.E. / M.Tech or Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
Note: Qualification requirements vary slightly based on the specific post (e.g., Project Engineer vs. Project Technician).
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated annual CTC based on the post and experience:
- Project Engineer: ₹ 4.49 LPA to ₹ 7.11 LPA
- Senior Project Engineer: ₹ 8.49 LPA to ₹ 14.00 LPA
- Project Manager: ₹ 12.63 LPA to ₹ 22.90 LPA
- Project Support Staff: Minimum ₹ 3.00 LPA
Age Limit
The upper age limit as of the last date of application is as follows:
- Project Engineer: 30 Years (Freshers), 45 Years (Experienced)
- Senior Project Engineer: 40 Years
- Project Manager: 56 Years
- Project Support Staff: 35 Years
Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India norms.
Selection Process
The selection procedure will involve the following stages:
- Initial Screening: Based on academic records and eligibility criteria.
- Written Test / Skill Test: May be conducted for specific posts if required.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview (dates communicated via email).
- Document Verification: Verification of original certificates.
Application Fee
There is No Application Fee for any candidate for this recruitment drive.
How to Apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026
Candidates can follow the steps below to apply for the C-DAC Recruitment 2026:
- Visit the official C-DAC Careers website.
- Navigate to the “Current Job Opportunities” section.
- Select the relevant advertisement (e.g., BLK-2712026-4EM2X) and read the terms carefully.
- Click on the “Apply” button next to the desired post.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID to receive an OTP.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload the required documents (Photograph, Signature, Resume in PDF).
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the generated application for future reference.
- Important Links
| Official Notification & Apply Link | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
