C-DAC Recruitment 2026: 951 Contract Vacancies
Job highlights
| Organisation | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
|---|---|
| Location | Multiple centres |
| Employment type | Contractor |
| Vacancies | 951 |
| Posted | Oct 5, 2026 |
| Apply by | Oct 26, 2026 |
| Education | Requirements vary by post and centre. General criteria include BE/B.Tech, relevant postgraduate qualifications, ME/M.Tech or Ph.D. for technical roles; ITI, Diploma or relevant graduation for Project Technician; professional qualifications or a two-year full-time MBA for Project Officer; and graduation with 50% marks for Project Support Staff. Some roles require specified work experience. |
| Experience | Experience requirements depend on the post. The notification specifies at least 4 years for Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead, at least 3 years for Project Officer and Project Support Staff, and relevant experience for several other roles. Project Associate is identified as a fresher role. Check the detailed centre notice for the requirements of a specific vacancy. |
| Age limit | Age limits vary by post and are reckoned as of 2026-10-26. General upper limits range from 30 to 56 years depending on the role; relaxations are 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD, and as per Government of India rules for Ex-Service |
| Application fee | No fee. Applications are free for General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and female candidates. |
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has issued Advertisement No. CORP/JIT/03/2026 for 951 contractual vacancies. Indian citizens who meet the requirements for their chosen post and centre can apply online through the C-DAC careers portal.
The recruitment covers technical and non-technical roles at 11 centres, including Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer and Project Support Staff positions. Online applications are open from 5 October 2026 until 26 October 2026 at 11:59 PM; applications are accepted only online. Selection involves application screening, a written or skill test where applicable, and an interview, with document verification also specified for selected candidates.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification released | 5 October 2026 |
| Online applications open | 5 October 2026, 12:00 AM |
| Age reckoning date | 26 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 26 October 2026, 11:59 PM |
| Written test or interview | To be notified |
Vacancy Details
C-DAC has announced 951 vacancies across 11 centres. Bengaluru has the largest allocation, with 272 posts, followed by Noida with 211 and Pune with 162. The detailed post-wise distribution for each centre is provided in the relevant centre notification on the C-DAC careers website.
| 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 | 3 |
| Total | 951 |
The advertised roles span technical and non-technical work. Technical positions include Project Associate, Project Technician, Project Engineer/PS&O Executive, Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead/Project Leader, and Project Manager/Program Manager/Knowledge Partner. Non-technical positions include Project Officer roles in Purchase, Finance & Accounts and Project Management, as well as Project Support Staff, Administrative Associate and HR Associate.
Eligibility Criteria
Requirements differ by post and centre. The qualifications and age limits below are the general criteria stated in the notification; applicants should check the relevant centre's detailed notice for the exact requirements of the vacancy they select.
Educational Qualification
| Post | General qualification and experience | Upper age limit |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or postgraduate qualification in a relevant domain; the notification identifies this as a fresher role. | 30 years |
| Project Technician | ITI, Diploma or graduation in Computer Science, Information Technology or Electronics, with relevant experience. | 30 years |
| Project Engineer/PS&O Executive | BE/B.Tech or postgraduate qualification with 60% marks, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. The age limit differs for freshers and experienced candidates. | 30 years for freshers; 45 years for experienced candidates |
| Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead | BE/B.Tech or postgraduate qualification with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D., plus at least 4 years of experience. | 40 years |
| Project Manager/Program Manager | BE/B.Tech or postgraduate qualification with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D., with relevant experience. | 50–56 years, depending on the post |
| Project Officer | CA, CS, CMA, LLB, LLM or a two-year full-time MBA, with at least 3 years of experience. | 50 years |
| Project Support Staff | Graduation with 50% marks and 3 years of experience. | 35 years |
Age Limit
Age limits vary by post and are calculated as of 26 October 2026. The general upper age limits are listed with the qualifications above. Upper-age relaxation is 5 years for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates, 3 years for Other Backward Classes candidates in the Non-Creamy Layer, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities. Ex-servicemen receive relaxation in accordance with Government of India rules.
Application Fee
No application fee is charged for this recruitment. The application is free for all listed categories.
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and female candidates | Nil |
How to Apply
- Visit the official C-DAC careers portal at careers.cdac.in.
- Choose the centre and post you wish to apply for, then select the application option.
- Sign in using your mobile number and verify it with the one-time password sent to you.
- Complete the online form with your personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload a passport-size photograph in JPG format, up to 400 KB, and your resume in PDF format, up to 500 KB.
- Review the information before submitting. The notification states that corrections cannot be made after final submission.
- Submit the application by 26 October 2026 at 11:59 PM and save a copy for your records. No application mode other than online is accepted.
Selection Process
Applications are first screened against the relevant post's qualification, experience and other details supplied in the form. Depending on the post and centre, shortlisted candidates may then be required to take a written examination or a domain-specific skill test. Candidates who progress will be interviewed on relevant knowledge and project experience. The notification also specifies verification of original certificates, experience letters and identity proof for selected candidates. The applicable stages may differ by post and centre, and the written test or interview date is yet to be announced.
Applicants who meet the requirements for their chosen role should consult the detailed centre notification and submit the online form before 26 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Important links
- C-DAC careers portal and online application: https://careers.cdac.in/
Frequently asked questions
How many vacancies are available in C-DAC Recruitment 2026? +
C-DAC has announced 951 contractual vacancies across 11 centres. The centre-wise allocation is listed in the vacancy details, while the post-wise distribution for each centre is in its detailed notification.
What is the last date to submit the online application? +
Applications must be submitted by 26 October 2026 at 11:59 PM.
Is there an application fee? +
No. The application fee is nil for all listed categories, including General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and female candidates.
What qualifications and experience are required? +
The criteria depend on the post and centre. The notification gives general requirements ranging from ITI, Diploma or graduation to engineering, postgraduate and professional qualifications; several roles also require relevant experience. Candidates should check the detailed centre notification for the exact criteria.
What is the selection process? +
Selection includes application screening, a written or skill test where applicable, and an interview. Document verification is also specified for selected candidates.
What documents must applicants upload, and where do they apply? +
Apply online at https://careers.cdac.in/. Upload a passport-size photograph in JPG format up to 400 KB and a resume in PDF format up to 500 KB. The notification says application details cannot be corrected after final submission.