CDAC Thiruvananthapuram Recruitment 2026 for 60 Project Staff Posts
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 13 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 26 May 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | 26 May 2026 |
| Interview Date | 01 Jun 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Project Manager, Senior Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Associate |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Qualification | B.E./B.Tech or Post Graduate Degree in relevant domains (CS/IT/EC/EE/MCA) |
| Age Limit | 30-56 years |
| Salary | Rs. 25,000 - Rs. 1,10,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Selection Process | Registration, Screening, Interview (Walk-in/Online), Document Verification |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
CDAC Thiruvananthapuram Project Staff Recruitment 2026
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Thiruvananthapuram, a premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has announced a major recruitment drive for 2026. This notification is for various project-based positions on a contract basis for several prestigious projects across India.
Interested candidates who possess the required technical expertise and educational background are invited to apply for 60 available vacancies, including Project Managers, Senior Project Engineers, and Project Associates.
Vacancy Details & Location
The vacancies are distributed across multiple locations including Thiruvananthapuram, Delhi, Patna, Bengaluru, and Raipur.
- Project Manager: 08 Posts
- Senior Project Engineer: 23 Posts
- Project Engineer (Experienced): 13 Posts
- Project Engineer (Fresher): 03 Posts
- Project Associate (Fresher): 13 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must ensure they meet the following qualification requirements before applying:
Educational Qualification
- Project Manager/Engineer: B.E./B.Tech (60% marks) in Computer Science, IT, Electronics & Communication, or Electrical & Electronics engineering.
- Alternative Qualification: Post Graduate Degree in Computer Applications (MCA) or relevant domains with at least 60% marks.
Age Limit (as of date of application)
- Project Manager: Maximum 56 years
- Senior Project Engineer: Maximum 40 years
- Project Engineer (Exp): Maximum 45 years
- Project Engineer/Associate (Fresher): Maximum 30 years
- Note: Age relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Ex-Servicemen as per Govt. of India norms.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration as follows:
| Post Name | Consolidated Pay (Per Month) | Approx. Annual CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Project Manager | ₹1,10,000/- | ₹15.41 Lakhs |
| Senior Project Engineer | ₹60,000/- | ₹8.51 Lakhs |
| Project Engineer (Exp/Fresher) | ₹37,500/- | ₹5.40 Lakhs |
| Project Associate (Fresher) | ₹25,000/- | ₹3.68 Lakhs |
Selection Process
The recruitment process involves multiple stages designed to select the most competent technical professionals:
- Online Registration: Mandatory submission via the official Google Form provided by CDAC.
- Screening: Shortlisting of candidates based on academic records and experience.
- Interview: Walk-in or Online interviews (tentatively scheduled for June 2026).
- Document Verification: Final verification of original certificates for shortlisted candidates.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit the official C-DAC website (www.cdac.in) and navigate to the 'Careers' section.
- Read the detailed Advertisement No. CDACT/RCT/01/2026 carefully.
- Fill out the mandatory Google Form link provided in the notification for registration.
- Ensure all information regarding CGPA to percentage conversion is accurate.
- The last date for online registration is 26th May 2026 (17:00 hrs).
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