C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Notification – 805 Project Positions Open

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released a large-scale recruitment notification for 805 contractual project positions across multiple centers in India. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online within the prescribed dates.

🔹 Organization

Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)

🔹 Post Names

  • Project Engineer

  • Project Technician

  • Project Associate

  • Other Project-Based Technical Positions

🔹 Total Vacancies

805 Posts


🎓 Educational Qualifications

Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university/institution:

  • BE / B.Tech or equivalent degree with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA, OR

  • ME / M.Tech or equivalent postgraduate degree, OR

  • Postgraduate Degree in Science / Computer Applications / relevant technical discipline with 60% marks, OR

  • PhD in relevant subject area

🔹 Relevant Disciplines Include:

  • Computer Science & Engineering

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Data Science

  • Cyber Security

  • Internet of Things (IoT)

  • Information Security

  • Electronics & Communication Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering

  • Allied and emerging technology domains


🎯 Age Limit (As on Closing Date)

  • Maximum Age: 56 Years

Age Relaxation

Relaxation in upper age limit will be provided as per Government of India norms:

  • SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)

  • Persons with Disabilities (PwBD)

  • Ex-Servicemen

  • Government employees (up to 5 years, as applicable)

Valid certificates will be required during document verification.


📍 C-DAC Centre-wise Vacancy Distribution

C-DAC Centre Vacancies
Bengaluru 93
Chennai 97
Delhi 20
Hyderabad 105
Kolkata 15
Mumbai 27
Noida 283
Pune 65
Thiruvananthapuram 73
C-DAC CINE (North-East) 27
Total 805

💰 Application Fee

  • No application fee is required for any category of candidates.


📅 Important Dates

  • Notification Released: 01 February 2026

  • Online Application Start Date: 01 February 2026

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 20 February 2026

  • Interview Schedule: To be informed via registered email ID


🧪 Selection Procedure

  • Initial shortlisting based on academic performance, qualifications, and experience

  • Written test / skill test may be conducted if required

  • Final selection based on:

    • Academic credentials

    • Relevant experience

    • Performance in interview

    • Other criteria decided by C-DAC

Meeting minimum eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.


📝 How to Apply Online

  1. Visit the official C-DAC recruitment portal

  2. Select the desired post and click on Apply

  3. Register using a valid mobile number and verify via OTP

  4. Fill in the online application form carefully

  5. Upload:

    • Recent photograph (JPG, max 400 KB)

    • Resume (PDF, max 500 KB)

  6. Submit the form and note down the application number for future reference

📌 No hard copy of the application is required.


🏢 For Government / PSU Employees

  • Candidates employed in Government / PSU / Autonomous bodies must apply online

  • Either submit application through proper channel or

  • Produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview


⚖️ Additional Information

  • All details provided will be verified during document checking

  • Incorrect or false information may lead to rejection at any stage

  • Legal jurisdiction for disputes: Bengaluru, Karnataka


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