The C-DAC Recruitment 2026 notification has been published by the Centre of Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) officially with regard to a colossal 805 vacancies in various technical and project-related positions. Such a recruitment initiative will enhance the existing advanced computing, AI, cybersecurity, and emerging technology ecosystem at C-DAC centres in the country.
All the qualified applicants can apply online at the official site that is cdac.in, in case of B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MCA or PhD qualification. The application process is launched on-line starting 01 February 2026 and lasts until 20 February 2026. It does not have an application fee and this is a great opportunity to qualified professionals and researchers.
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing |
| Post Name | Project Engineer, Project Technician & Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 805 |
| Job Type | Contract / Project-Based |
| Qualification | B.Tech/B.E, M.Sc, M.E/M.Tech, MCA, PhD |
| Maximum Age Limit | 56 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Apply Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 |
| Application Fee | Nil |
| Official Website | https://cdac.in |
C-DAC Vacancy Details 2026 (Centre-wise)
The 805 vacancies are distributed across multiple C-DAC centres in India:
| 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 (NE) | 27 |
| Total | 805 |
Posts Offered Under C-DAC Recruitment 2026
C-DAC has invited applications for various project-based technical and support roles, including:
- Project Engineer
- Project Technician
- Senior Project Engineer
- Principal Project Engineer
- Project Manager
- Other specialized technical project roles
🔹 The exact post name, level, salary, and experience requirements vary by centre and project. Candidates are advised to check the official notification carefully before applying.
Eligibility Criteria for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following qualifications from a recognized university/institute with minimum 60% marks or equivalent CGPA (unless specified otherwise):
- E / B.Tech or equivalent
- E / M.Tech or equivalent
- Sc (relevant discipline)
- MCA
- PhD (relevant discipline – desirable for senior roles)
Relevant Domains Include:
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
- Cybersecurity & Information Security
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- IoT, Embedded Systems, HPC, Cloud, Quantum Computing
Age Limit & Relaxation
- Maximum Age Limit: 56 years
- Cut-off Date for Age Calculation: Last date of online application (20 February 2026)
Age Relaxation
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India norms:
- SC / ST / OBC (Non-Creamy Layer)
- PwBD / Ex-Servicemen
- Government employees: Up to 5 years relaxation (including other admissible relaxations)
Candidates seeking age relaxation must produce valid supporting documents at the time of document verification.
Application Fee
✅ No application fee is required for any category.
C-DAC does not charge any fee for applying to this recruitment.
Selection Process for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
The selection process is centre-specific and may vary depending on the post and project requirements. The general selection stages include:
- Initial Screening
- Based on academic records, qualifications, experience, and details filled in the online application.
- Written Test / Skill Test (if required)
- Conducted only if deemed necessary by the respective C-DAC centre.
- Technical Interview
- Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed to assess technical expertise, project experience, and suitability.
- Document Verification
- Original certificates will be verified before final selection.
⚠️ Meeting minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee shortlisting or selection.
Important Dates – C-DAC Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release | 01 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 01 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 20 February 2026 |
| Interview Dates | Intimated via Email |
How to Apply for C-DAC Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website: https://cdac.in
- Go to the Careers / Recruitment section
- Click on the relevant C-DAC Recruitment 2026 advertisement
- Select the post and click Apply
- Login using your mobile number and OTP
- Fill in the online application form carefully
- Upload:
- Recent photograph (.jpg, max 400 KB)
- Resume (PDF, max 500 KB)
- Submit the application form
- Note down the Application Number for future reference
❌ No hard copy of the application is required to be sent.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Only online applications will be accepted
- Incomplete or incorrectly filled applications will be rejected without notice
- Candidates working in Government/PSUs must produce NOC at the time of interview
- Selection disputes fall under Bangalore jurisdiction only
- All information provided will be verified; false details can lead to cancellation at any stage
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 – Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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