C-DAC Project Engineer & Officer Recruitment 2026: 951 Vacancies Open, No Fee, Apply Online

C-DAC Project Engineer & Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 951 Posts

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released a joint recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. CORP/JIT/03/2026) for various project positions across its centres in India. A total of 951 vacancies have been announced for Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer and Project Support Staff. Eligible Indian professionals can apply online from 05 October 2026 to 26 October 2026.

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 05 October 2026
• Last Date for Apply Online: 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM)
• Written Test / Interview Date: Notified Later
• Admit Card / Call Letter Release: Before Interview/Test

Application Fee

There is no application fee for any candidate category. General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD and female candidates can apply free of cost.

Age Limit (as on 26/10/2026)

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Upper Age Limit: Post-wise (check official notification)
• Age Relaxation: 05 years for SC/ST, 03 years for OBC (NCL), up to 10 years for PwBD, and as per Government of India rules for Ex-Servicemen.

Vacancy & Educational Qualification Details

• Project Associate / Project Engineer: 951 Posts (total). B.E./B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc in relevant Engineering/Technology/Computer discipline with minimum prescribed marks. Freshers or 0 to 4 years post-qualification experience as specified.
• Sr. Project Engineer / Project Manager: B.E./B.Tech/ME/M.Tech/Ph.D in relevant stream with 3 to 11+ years of post-qualification domain experience in Software Development, AI/ML, HPC, or Embedded Systems.
• Project Officer / Project Support Staff: Graduation/Post Graduation/MBA in Finance, HR, Admin, Material Management, or relevant discipline with post-qualification work experience.

Region-Wise Vacancy

Selection Process

1. Initial Screening & Shortlisting of Applications
2. Written Examination / Technical Skill Test (if applicable based on candidate volume)
3. Personal Interview
4. Document Verification

Shortlisting will be based on academic track record, percentage of marks, and relevant post-qualification experience. The positions are purely on a contractual basis for project durations (initially for 1 to 3 years, extendable based on project requirements and performance). The interview may be conducted in online mode (video conferencing) or physical in-person mode at designated C-DAC centers.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official C-DAC recruitment portal at cdac.in or careers.cdac.in.
2. Locate the link for Advertisement No. CORP/JIT/03/2026 and choose your desired Center and Post.
3. Click on the ‘Apply’ button and register/log in using your active mobile number authenticated via OTP.
4. Fill in personal, academic, and detailed post-qualification work experience history.
5. Upload your recent passport-size photograph in .jpg format (up to 400 KB) and an updated resume in PDF format (up to 500 KB).
6. Review all filled entries carefully in the preview tab (No application fee is required).
7. Submit the online application form on or before 26 October 2026 (11:59 PM) and take a clear printout of the generated application confirmation for future recruitment stages.

Why Apply for C-DAC Recruitment 2026?

C-DAC is a premier R&D organization working on cutting-edge technologies like High Performance Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, and more. Working here offers exposure to national-level projects, competitive salary, and the opportunity to contribute to India’s technological self-reliance. The recruitment is completely free to apply, making it accessible to all eligible candidates. With 951 vacancies spread across major cities, this is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates and experienced professionals to join a prestigious government organization.

Tips for Applicants

• Read the official notification carefully before applying.
• Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for the chosen post and center.
• Keep scanned copies of your photograph and resume ready.
• Fill the form accurately and review before final submission.
• Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

For more details and to apply, visit the official C-DAC website. Don’t miss this chance to be part of India’s premier R&D organization.