CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 951 Project Engineer, Project Manager and More Posts

All candidates must hold qualifications from AICTE/UGC-approved colleges or recognized universities. Candidates in their final semester may apply but can join only after clearing the examination with the required minimum marks. | Criteria Details Nationality Citizen of India (standard Government of India norms apply) Educational Qualification BE/B.Tech or equivalent degree (min 60% or equivalent CGPA for most posts; 50% for Project Associate at some centres) OR PG in Science/Computer Application/relevant domain with requisite percentage OR ME/M.Tech OR Ph.D. in relevant discipline – from AICTE/UGC-approved institution or recognized university. For support/admin posts: Graduation with 50% + relevant experience. CGPA/Grade Proof Candidates from universities using CGPA/DGPA/OGPA or letter grade systems must submit percentage conversion proof issued by the university along with the degree certificate. Final Semester Candidates May apply; if selected, joining is permitted only after passing the final exam with the required minimum marks. Experience Post-qualification work experience as specified against each post. Academic/teaching/research/internship/project placements as part of curriculum are NOT counted as experience unless specifically mentioned. Experience must be supported by certificates from employer clearly showing period, salary, and post held. C-DAC Internal Candidates Must have completed at least 2 years of service in C-DAC as on the date of notification to be eligible to apply. Nature of Engagement Purely contractual – no right to permanent/regular appointment. Contract is initially up to 3 years or project completion, whichever is earlier. Selected candidates may be deputed/transferred to any project location across India.

Upper age limits vary by position level and are calculated as on the last date of application, i.e., 20 June 2026. SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen and Government employees are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India norms. | Category Age Limit / Relaxation Project Associate / Project Engineer (Fresher) 30 Years Project Engineer (Experienced) / PS&O Executive 45 Years Senior Project Engineer / Module Lead / Project Leader 40 Years Project Support Staff / HRD / Group Secretary 35 Years Project Technician 30 Years Project Officer 50 Years Project Manager / Program Manager / Program Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner 56 Years SC / ST 5 years relaxation over prescribed upper age limit OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) 3 years relaxation over prescribed upper age limit PwBD / Physically Challenged / Ex-Servicemen As per Government of India norms Government Employees (on pay scale) 5 years relaxation (in addition to other applicable relaxations)