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Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) has released a C-DAC Recruitment 2026 to hire a total of 60 freshers and experienced candidates for the Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer, and Project Associate posts. The online application process is active, and a notification has been issued on the official website @cdac.in. The candidates interested in the opportunity must apply online with accurate details to be eligible for the C-DAC recruitment process. The article provides eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, and other important details for the CDAC Recruitment 2026.
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Notification
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing has officially announced that the CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification is available on its official website at www.cdac.in. The notification includes all the key details such as application dates, available positions, required educational qualifications, and age criteria. Interested candidates are advised to go through the complete CDAC Notification 2026 PDF to get full information about the process.
CDAC 2026 Recruitment: Highlights
| CDAC Recruitment 2026 |
Key Recruitment Details
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Important Application Details
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Vacancy Details
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Eligibility
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Selection Criteria
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CDAC Vacancy Details
A total of 60 Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer, and Project Associate posts are available across multiple disciplines. Vacancies are distributed among various technical domains as per project requirements at C-DAC Thiruvananthapuram.
| Name of Post | Post Code | Number of Vacancies | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Manager (Call Centre Operations) | CDACT/PMR/01 | 01 | Raipur |
| Project Manager (Server Admin) | CDACT/PMR/02 | 01 | Raipur |
| Project Manager (Network Expert) | CDACT/PMR/03 | 01 | Raipur |
| Project Manager | CDACT/PMD/04 | 03 | Delhi |
| Project Manager | CDACT/PMP/05 | 01 | Patna |
| Project Manager | CDACT/PMB/06 | 01 | Bengaluru |
| Senior Project Engineer (Database Admin) | CDACT/SPR/01 | 01 | Raipur |
| Senior Project Engineer (Contact Center Expert) | CDACT/SPR/02 | 01 | Raipur |
| Senior Project Engineer (CAD Expert) | CDACT/SPR/03 | 01 | Raipur |
| Senior Project Engineer (IT Security Expert) | CDACT/SPR/04 | 01 | Raipur |
| Senior Project Engineer | CDACT/SPD/05 | 04 | Delhi |
| Senior Project Engineer | CDACT/SPT/06 | 13 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Senior Project Engineer (Application Security) | CDACT/SPT/07 | 01 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Senior Project Engineer | CDACT/SPB/08 | 01 | Bengaluru |
| Project Engineer – Experienced | CDACT/PET/01 | 09 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Project Engineer – Experienced (Application Security Testing) | CDACT/PET/02 | 02 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Project Engineer – Experienced (SOC Analyst – SIEM Monitoring & Threat Analysis) | CDACT/PET/03 | 02 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Project Engineer – Fresher | CDACT/PFT/01 | 03 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Project Associate – Fresher (Support Engineer) | CDACT/PAR/01 | 10 | Raipur |
| Project Associate – Fresher (Support Engineer) | CDACT/PAT/02 | 03 | Thiruvananthapuram |
| Total | 60 | – | |
CDAC Eligibility Criteria
It is crucial to ensure that you meet all the eligibility criteria before submitting your application. To help you understand the requirements clearly, we have outlined the necessary criteria in the table provided below. Please review these conditions carefully to confirm your qualification before proceeding with the application process.
| Post Name | Educational Qualification | Experience |
| Project Manager – Call Centre Operations (CDACT/PMR/01) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/Electronics & Communication/Electrical & Electronics OR Post Graduate Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 9 years |
| Project Manager – Server Admin (CDACT/PMR/02) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 9 years |
| Project Manager – Network Expert (CDACT/PMR/03) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 9 years |
| Project Manager – Delhi (CDACT/PMD/04) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 9 years |
| Project Manager – Patna (CDACT/PMP/05) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 9 years |
| Project Manager – Bengaluru (CDACT/PMB/06) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 9 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Database Admin (CDACT/SPR/01) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Contact Center Expert (CDACT/SPR/02) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – CAD Expert (CDACT/SPR/03) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – IT Security Expert (CDACT/SPR/04) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Delhi (CDACT/SPD/05) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE/Instrumentation & Control OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Thiruvananthapuram (CDACT/SPT/06) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE/Instrumentation & Control OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Application Security (CDACT/SPT/07) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/Electronics & Communication | Minimum 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer – Bengaluru (CDACT/SPB/08) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Minimum 4 years |
| Project Engineer – Experienced (CDACT/PET/01) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 1 year |
| Project Engineer – Experienced, Application Security Testing (CDACT/PET/02) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 1 year |
| Project Engineer – Experienced, SOC Analyst – SIEM Monitoring & Threat Analysis (CDACT/PET/03) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Minimum 1 year |
| Project Engineer – Fresher (CDACT/PFT/01) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Nil (Fresher) |
| Project Associate – Fresher, Support Engineer – Raipur (CDACT/PAR/01) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE OR PG Degree in Computer Applications | Nil (Fresher) |
| Project Associate – Fresher, Support Engineer – Thiruvananthapuram (CDACT/PAT/02) | B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/EC/EEE | Nil (Fresher) |
CDAC Age Limit
| Post Category | Maximum Age Limit |
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| Project Manager (PM) – All post codes | 56 years (relaxation as per rules) |
| Senior Project Engineer (SPE) – All post codes | 40 years (relaxation as per rules) |
| Project Engineer – Experienced (PE-Exp) – All post codes | 45 years (relaxation as per rules) |
| Project Engineer – Fresher (PE-Fresher) | 30 years (relaxation as per rules) |
| Project Associate – Fresher (PA-Fresher) – All post codes | 30 years (relaxation as per rules) |
| SC / ST / OBC / PWD / Ex-Servicemen | Relaxation as per the Government of India rules |
| Government Employees (on regular pay scale) | 5 years relaxation (in addition to other applicable relaxations) |
CDAC Online Application Form
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Thiruvananthapuram, follows a two-step process for various posts. Candidates must first apply online through the official application link between 13 May 2026 to 26 May 2026(5 PM). Candidates can register online for various engineering posts. Applicants must complete E-KYC, note their Portal Registration Number, and keep all supporting documents ready- including Age Proof, Educational Certificates, Category Certificate, and Aadhaar Card. For convenience, a direct link to apply online is provided in this article.
CDAC Recruitment Apply Online Link
How to Apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026 for Various Posts?
It is important to note that candidates can apply for only one post. Submitting multiple applications will result in the cancellation of candidature. The following is a step-by-step procedure to fill out the recruitment form:
- The candidates need to visit the official website of the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) at www.cdac.in.
- On the homepage, look for new registration.
- Click on new registration and fill in important fields such as Post applied, category, discipline, and advertisement.
- After fulfilling all the details with the name, date of birth, and education qualification details, Aadhar details, and registering by clicking on submit.
- After successful registration, click on submit and then save the application form for future reference.
CDAC Selection Process
The selection will be through a walk-in interview, open only to pre-registered candidates who have completed the application form by 26 May 2026(5 PM) and are carrying all required documents.
Shortlisting Based on Merit: The selection process for C-DAC’s various posts starts with initial screening, followed by a walk-in interview. Candidates are shortlisted based on academic performance and relevant experience.
Walk-in Interview: Candidates will appear for a technical interview where their domain knowledge, practical skills, problem-solving ability, and suitability for the specific post will be assessed. Final evaluation is based on interview performance, along with academic records and experience.
Document Verification: At the walk-in venue, candidates must present original documents for verification, including educational certificates, experience letters, ID proof, and caste/PwD certificates (if applicable).
CDAC Salary Structure
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing Salary details for the Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer, and Project Associate posts are given below.
| Name of Post / Post Code | Consolidated Pay | CTC/Annual Package |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager – Call Centre Operations (CDACT/PMR/01) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Project Manager – Server Admin (CDACT/PMR/02) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Project Manager – Network Expert (CDACT/PMR/03) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Project Manager – Delhi (CDACT/PMD/04) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Project Manager – Patna (CDACT/PMP/05) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Project Manager – Bengaluru (CDACT/PMB/06) | Rs. 1,10,000/- | Rs. 15,41,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Database Admin (CDACT/SPR/01) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Contact Center Expert (CDACT/SPR/02) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – CAD Expert (CDACT/SPR/03) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – IT Security Expert (CDACT/SPR/04) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Delhi (CDACT/SPD/05) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Thiruvananthapuram (CDACT/SPT/06) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Application Security (CDACT/SPT/07) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Senior Project Engineer – Bengaluru (CDACT/SPB/08) | Rs. 60,000/- | Rs. 8,51,400/- |
| Project Engineer – Experienced (CDACT/PET/01) | Rs. 37,500/- | Rs. 5,40,900/- |
| Project Engineer – Experienced, Application Security Testing (CDACT/PET/02) | Rs. 37,500/- | Rs. 5,40,900/- |
| Project Engineer – Experienced, SOC Analyst – SIEM Monitoring & Threat Analysis (CDACT/PET/03) | Rs. 37,500/- | Rs. 5,40,900/- |
| Project Engineer – Fresher (CDACT/PFT/01) | Rs. 37,500/- | Rs. 5,40,900/- |
| Project Associate – Fresher, Support Engineer – Raipur (CDACT/PAR/01) | Rs. 25,000/- | Rs. 3,68,400/- |
| Project Associate – Fresher, Support Engineer – Thiruvananthapuram (CDACT/PAT/02) | Rs. 25,000/- | Rs. 3,68,400/- |



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