CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out, Apply Online For 951 Various Posts

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The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released the CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification for 951 various contractual posts. The recruitment drive includes positions such as Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Support Staff, and other posts across different C-DAC centres.

The online application process started on 5 October 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications up to 26 October 2026. Candidates from engineering, computer science, IT, electronics, management, and other relevant backgrounds can check the post-wise eligibility before applying.

CDAC Recruitment 2026: Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)
Recruitment	CDAC Recruitment 2026
Advertisement No.	CORP/JIT/03/2026
Total Posts	951
Posts	Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager & Others
Notification Date	5 October 2026
Apply Online Starts	5 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	26 October 2026
Application Fee	No Fee
Job Type	Contractual
Official PDF	Click Here
Official Website	cdac.in / careers.cdac.in

CDAC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

Candidates should keep the following dates in mind:

Event	Date
Notification Released	5 October 2026
Online Application Starts	5 October 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	26 October 2026
Written Test/Interview	To be communicated later

CDAC Vacancy Details 2026

CDAC has announced a total of 951 vacancies across 11 centres. Bengaluru has the largest share with 272 posts, followed by Noida (211) and Pune (162).

C-DAC Centre/Region	Posts
Bengaluru	272
Noida	211
Pune	162
Hyderabad	76
Chennai	67
North East	46
Mumbai	45
Kolkata	28
Thiruvananthapuram	25
Mohali	16
Delhi	3
Total	951

CDAC Vacancy 2026: Technical and Non-Technical Posts

Posts Type	Posts
Technical	Project Associate, Project Technician, Project Engineer/PS&O Executive, Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead/Project Leader, Project Manager/Program Manager/Knowledge Partner
Non – Technical	Project Officer (Purchase/Finance & Accounts/Project Management), Project Support Staff, Administrative Associate, HR Associate

CDAC Eligibility Criteria 2026

The eligibility criteria for CDAC Recruitment 2026 vary according to the post. Candidates must fulfil the required educational qualification, age limit, and experience criteria before applying.

CDAC Educational Qualification

Post/Level	Educational Qualification
Project Associate	B.E./B.Tech or relevant PG qualification in the required discipline
Project Engineer	B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc. or equivalent qualification, as prescribed for the post
Senior Project Engineer / Module Lead	Relevant B.E./B.Tech / M.E./M.Tech / MCA / M.Sc. / equivalent qualification with required experience
Project Leader / Project Manager	Relevant technical qualification such as B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, MCA, M.Sc. or PhD, depending on the post
Project Officer	Relevant postgraduate/technical/professional qualification as specified for the post
Project Support Staff / Other Posts	Graduation, Diploma or relevant qualification as prescribed for the particular post

Note: The qualification and required percentage, experience are post-specific. Candidates should check the detailed advertisement for the exact post they wish to apply for. C-DAC states that qualifying degrees should generally be from AICTE/UGC-approved or recognised institutions.

CDAC Age Limit

The upper age limit is different for different posts and is specified in the respective advertisement.

Post	Maximum Age Limit
Project Associate / Project Engineer (Fresher)	30 Years
Project Technician	30 Years
Project Support Staff / HRD / Group Secretary	35 Years
Senior Project Engineer / Module Lead / Project Leader	40 Years
Project Engineer (Experienced) / PS&O Executive	45 Years
Project Officer	50 Years
Project Manager / Program Manager / Program Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner	56 Years

CDAC Age Relaxation

C-DAC’s recruitment conditions specify that reserved-category candidates, PwBD candidates and Ex-Servicemen can receive age relaxation according to applicable Government of India rules

Category	Age Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)	3 Years
Government Employees	5 Years, including other applicable relaxations

CDAC Apply Online 2026 Link

Candidates who meet the eligibility conditions can apply online through the C-DAC recruitment portal. The online application window is open from 5 October 2026, and candidates can apply online till the last date, 26 October 2026. Candidates can apply through the direct link given below.

How to Apply Online for CDAC Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can follow these steps to complete the application:

Visit the official C-DAC recruitment portal.
Select the post for which you want to apply.
Click on the Apply option.
Log in using your mobile number and verify through OTP.
Fill in your personal, educational, and experience details.
Upload your recent photograph in the prescribed JPG format.
Upload your resume in PDF format.
Check all details carefully before submitting the form.
Submit the application and note the generated application number.
Keep a printout or copy of the submitted application for future reference.

CDAC Selection Process 2026

The selection process can vary depending on the post and C-DAC centre. Generally, candidates may have to go through:

Initial screening of applications
Written/skill test, wherever applicable
Personal interview
Document verification

Documents Required for CDAC Recruitment 2026

Candidates should keep the required documents ready before starting the application. These may include:

Recent passport-size photograph
Updated resume/CV
Educational qualification certificates
Marksheets
Experience certificates, wherever required
Date of birth proof
Category certificate, if applicable
Other documents mentioned in the notification

CDAC Salary 2026

Candidates with higher relevant experience within the prescribed bracket may receive higher salary as per C-DAC policy.

Post	Initial CTC
Project Associate	₹3.60 LPA – ₹5.04 LPA
Project Engineer	₹4.49 LPA – ₹7.11 LPA
Senior Project Engineer/Project Lead/Module Lead	₹8.49 LPA – ₹14 LPA
Project Manager/Program Manager & related posts	₹12.63 LPA – ₹22.90 LPA

C DAC Exam Date 2026: Overview

Candidates interested in this CDAC recruitment can refer to the overview table below for key details.

C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Organization	Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC)
Post Name	Project Associate, Project Technician, Project Support Staff, Project Engineer / PS&O Executive, Senior Project Engineer / Module Lead / Project Leader, Project Officer, Project Manager / Program Manager / Program Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner, Project Head, Administrative Associate posts
Total Vacancies	951
Centres	Bengaluru, Chennai, Noida, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi, Mohali, Kolkata, Thiruvananthapuram, & Guwahati / CINE (North East)
Apply Online Start	01 June 2026
Apply Online End	20 June 2026
Educational Qualification	ITI/BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech/MBA/CA
Upper Age Limit	56 years
Salary	Rs. 20,200 to Rs. 1,60,000
Selection Process	Merit List Written Exam Personal Interview Document Verification
Official Website	www.cdac.in
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CDAC Notification 2026 PDF Links

This recruitment drive offers 951 vacancies across multiple disciplines. The CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification includes all the key details such as application dates, available positions, required educational qualifications, and age criteria. Candidates interested in applying should review the complete CDAC Notification 2026 PDF for full details on the process.

Centre Name	Advt. No.	Notification Link
Bengaluru	C-DAC/BLR/02/2026	Click Here
Chennai	C-DAC/CH/05/2026/8010	Click Here
Noida	CORP/JIT/02/2026-ND	Click Here
Pune	CORP/JIT/02/2026-PN	Click Here
Mumbai	CORP/JIT/02/2026	Click Here
Hyderabad	CORP/JIT/02/2026-HY	Click Here
Delhi	CORP/JIT/02/2026-DL	Click Here
Mohali	CORP/JIT/02/2026-ML	Click Here
Kolkata	C-DAC/KL/05/2026/4265	Click Here
Thiruvananthapuram	CORP/JIT/02/2026-TVM	Click Here
Guwahati / CINE (North East)	CORP/JIT/02/2026-CINE	Click Here

FAQs

How many posts are announced under CDAC Recruitment 2026?

A total of 951 various posts have been announced under the CDAC Recruitment 2026 drive.

When did the CDAC Recruitment 2026 application process start?

The online application process started on 5 October 2026.

What is the last date to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the online application is 26 October 2026.

Is there any application fee for CDAC Recruitment 2026?

No. C-DAC has not charged any application fee for this recruitment.

What posts are available in CDAC Recruitment 2026?

The recruitment includes posts such as Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Support Staff and other positions.

Is CDAC Recruitment 2026 suitable for freshers?

Yes. Some of the advertised positions include fresher-level opportunities, while other posts require relevant post-qualification experience. Candidates should check the specific post before applying.

What is the salary under CDAC Recruitment 2026?

The salary varies according to the post and experience. The notification mentions initial CTC ranges from ₹3.60 LPA for certain Project Associate positions to ₹22.90 LPA for certain senior Project Manager-level positions.

Where can I check the official CDAC Recruitment 2026 notification?

Candidates should check the detailed notification and the official C-DAC recruitment portal before applying. The C-DAC website also advises candidates to regularly check for updates, corrigenda or changes.

Can candidates apply for more than one post in CDAC Recruitment 2026?

Candidates should check the specific advertisement and application instructions for each post before applying for multiple positions.

Is experience required for all CDAC Recruitment 2026 posts?

No. The experience requirement depends on the post. Some positions are open to freshers, while senior-level posts require relevant post-qualification experience.

Can candidates from different engineering branches apply for CDAC Project Engineer posts?

Yes, candidates from different technical backgrounds can apply where their qualification matches the discipline mentioned for the particular post. The accepted branches should be checked in the detailed advertisement.

Can government or PSU employees apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?

Yes, eligible candidates working in government organisations or PSUs may apply, but they may need to follow the applicable NOC/proper-channel requirements.

What documents should candidates keep ready before filling the CDAC application form?

Candidates should keep their photograph, updated resume, educational certificates and marksheets, experience certificates, date-of-birth proof and category certificate, if applicable, ready before applying.

Can the CDAC posting location be different from the candidate's preferred city?

Yes. Candidates may be required to work at different C-DAC centres or project locations depending on organisational and project requirements.

Can C-DAC Project Engineer recruitment include a written test?

It depends on the particular recruitment. C-DAC may use screening, written tests where applicable, interviews or walk-in interviews, depending on the post and advertisement. Therefore, candidates should not assume that every Project Engineer recruitment follows the same selection method

What documents are required to prove C-DAC work experience?

Candidates claiming experience should have experience certificates or supporting documents issued by their previous/current employer, clearly mentioning details such as the period of employment and post held. Experience without supporting documents may not be considered.

Does C-DAC provide a higher salary for candidates with more experience?

In some Project Engineer advertisements, candidates with higher relevant experience within the prescribed experience bracket may receive a higher salary as per C-DAC policy. The exact remuneration depends on the post, qualification and relevant experience.

Can C-DAC Project Engineer employees be transferred?

Yes, depending on the recruitment terms, selected candidates may be required to work at the assigned C-DAC centre/location, and some advertisements mention transferable locations. Candidates should check the location and transfer conditions in their specific notification.

Is there any application fee for C-DAC Recruitment 2026?

For the current C-DAC recruitment cycle, no application fee is being charged for the notified positions. Candidates should still check the specific advertisement before submitting an application.

Can candidates from a different engineering branch apply for Project Engineer posts?

It depends on the particular post. C-DAC mentions specific eligible disciplines and allied branches for different Project Engineer positions. Candidates should match their degree with the qualification given against the particular post rather than applying based only on the title "Project Engineer."

Is C-DAC Project Engineer recruitment conducted separately for different centres?

Yes. C-DAC releases recruitment opportunities for different centres and projects, and the vacancies, location, qualification, experience and interview/application method can differ from one advertisement to another. Candidates should check the centre-specific notification before applying.