Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released the CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification (Advertisement No. CORP/JIT/03/2026) for recruitment to 951 vacancies of Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Support Staff & others on a contractual basis. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online through the official website careers.cdac.in from 05 October 2026 (12:00 AM) to 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
The application window is only 21 days, so candidates should apply well before the last date. No other mode of application will be accepted.
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CDAC Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Advertisement No. | CORP/JIT/03/2026 |
| Posts | Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Support Staff & others |
| Total Vacancies | 951 |
| Job Type | Contractual |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Registration Dates | 05 October to 26 October 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Age Limit | Varies post-wise |
| Selection Process | Screening, Written/Skill Test (if applicable), Interview |
| Official Website | careers.cdac.in |
CDAC Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| CDAC Recruitment 2026 Notification | 05 October 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 05 October 2026 (12:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 26 October 2026 |
| Written Test/Interview Date | To be notified |
CDAC Recruitment 2026: Vacancy
C-DAC has released a total of 951 vacancies across 11 centres. Bengaluru has the largest share with 272 posts, followed by Noida (211) and Pune (162).
CDAC Vacancy 2026: Centre-wise
| C-DAC Centre | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Bengaluru | 272 |
| Noida | 211 |
| Pune | 162 |
| Hyderabad | 76 |
| Chennai | 67 |
| Guwahati/CINE (North East) | 46 |
| Mumbai | 45 |
| Kolkata | 28 |
| Thiruvananthapuram | 25 |
| Mohali | 16 |
| Delhi | 03 |
| Total | 951 |
CDAC Vacancy 2026: Technical and Non-Technical Posts
| Post 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 |
The post-wise break-up for each centre is given in the respective centre notification on careers.cdac.in.
CDAC Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
The exact criteria vary by post and centre. Given below is the general educational qualification and age limit.
CDAC Educational Qualification
| Posts | Educational Qualification | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or PG in relevant domain (Fresher) | 30 years |
| Project Technician | ITI/Diploma/Graduate in CS/IT/Electronics with relevant experience | 30 years |
| Project Engineer/PS&O Executive | BE/B.Tech or PG with 60% marks, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. | 30 years (Fresher), 45 years (Experienced) |
| Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead | BE/B.Tech or PG with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. + minimum 4 years’ experience | 40 years |
| Project Manager/Program Manager | BE/B.Tech or PG with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. + relevant experience | 50–56 years |
| Project Officer | CA/CS/CMA/LLB/LLM or 2-year full-time MBA + minimum 3 years’ experience | 50 years |
| Project Support Staff | Graduation with 50% marks + 3 years’ experience | 35 years |
CDAC Age Limit
The age limit varies post-wise and will be calculated as on 26 October 2026.
| Category | Upper Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Scheduled Caste / Scheduled Tribe | 5 years |
| Other Backward Classes (NCL) | 3 years |
| Persons with Benchmark Disability | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Government of India rules |
CDAC Apply Online 2026
The online application procedure for CDAC Recruitment 2026 has started on 05 October 2026 on the official portal careers.cdac.in. Applications will be accepted online only, and no other mode will be accepted.
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
There is no application fee for CDAC Recruitment 2026. The application is free for all categories.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen/Female | Nil |
Steps to Apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026
- Go to the official C-DAC careers portal at careers.cdac.in.
- Select the desired centre and post and click on the “Apply” button.
- Log in using your mobile number and verify it through the OTP received.
- Fill in your personal, educational and experience details in the online application form.
- Upload a passport-size photograph in .jpg format (up to 400 KB) and your resume in PDF format (up to 500 KB).
- Check all the details carefully, as no correction is allowed after final submission.
- Submit the CDAC application form before 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM) and save it for future reference.
CDAC Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The candidates will be selected through screening of applications, a written/skill test (where applicable) and a personal interview. The exact stages vary by post and centre.
- Stage 1: Screening – Applications will be screened on the basis of qualification, experience and other details given in the online form.
- Stage 2: Written/Skill Test – For some posts, shortlisted candidates may have to appear for a written or domain-specific skill test.
- Stage 3: Personal Interview – Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview covering technical knowledge and project experience.
- Stage 4: Document Verification – Original certificates, experience letters and ID proof of selected candidates will be verified.
CDAC Recruitment 2026: FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are announced in CDAC Recruitment 2026?
A total of 951 vacancies have been announced across 11 centres.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM).
Q3. Is there any application fee for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
No. There is no application fee for any category.
Q4. What is the selection process for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
The selection process includes screening, written/skill test (if applicable), interview, and document verification.
Q5. What documents are required to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
A passport-size photograph (.jpg, up to 400 KB) and a resume (PDF, up to 500 KB).
Q6. How to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
Visit careers.cdac.in, select the centre and post, log in with your mobile number, fill in the details, upload the photograph and resume, and submit the application before 26 October 2026.
Q7. Is experience required for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
Experience requirements vary by post. Candidates should check the respective centre notification for exact criteria.
