C-DAC Recruitment 2026: 951 Vacancies Available for Technical and Administrative Roles

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has announced a recruitment drive for 951 positions across its centers in India. The application process is open from June 1 to June 20, 2026. Candidates with various educational backgrounds, including B.E./B.Tech and postgraduate degrees, are encouraged to apply. The selection process includes an initial screening, a written exam if necessary, and a personal interview. Age limits vary by position, with relaxations available for certain categories. Interested applicants should visit the official C-DAC website for more details and to avoid errors in their applications.

By Ambika Singh Jun 4, 2026, 10:37 IST

C-DAC Recruitment Overview

CDAC Recruitment 2026: A significant opportunity has arisen for both fresh graduates and seasoned professionals looking to advance their careers in the technical field. The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) is set to recruit for various roles across its 11 centers nationwide, with a total of 951 positions available on a contractual basis.

Application Process

The online application window opened on June 1, 2026, and will remain open until June 20, 2026. Interested applicants can apply through the official websites: cdac.in or careers.cdac.in. The recruitment encompasses locations such as Noida, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Delhi, Mohali, Kolkata, and more.

Educational Requirements and Age Criteria

Educational Qualifications and Age Limits for Various Positions
This recruitment initiative includes roles in both technical and administrative sectors. Positions range from Project Associate and Project Engineer (ideal for fresh graduates) to Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Administrative Assistant, and Project Technician.

Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates applying for most technical roles should possess a B.E./B.Tech degree (or equivalent) from a recognized institution (approved by AICTE/UGC) with at least 60% aggregate marks. For some centers, a minimum of 50% is acceptable for the Project Associate role.

Postgraduate degrees in Science or Computer Applications, M.E./M.Tech, or Ph.D. holders are also welcome to apply. For Administrative/Support Staff roles, a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks and relevant work experience is required.

Age Limit: The age limits vary by position, ranging from 30 to 56 years. Age relaxations are applicable as follows: 5 years for SC/ST candidates; 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates; and as per regulations for Persons with Disabilities (PwD) and Ex-Servicemen.

Age Limit Breakdown by Position

Age Limit Details by Post

Project Associate / Project Engineer (Freshers): Maximum 30 years

Project Technician: Maximum 30 years

Project Support Staff / HRD / Group Secretary: Maximum 35 years

Senior Project Engineer / Module Lead / Project Leader: Maximum 40 years

Project Engineer (Experienced) / PS&O Executive: Maximum 45 years

Project Officer: Maximum 50 years

Project/Program Manager / Knowledge Partner: Maximum 56 years

Key Recruitment Information

Important Information Regarding Recruitment

Detail	Information
Name of Organization	Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)
Total Vacancies	951 Posts (Contract-based)
Mode of Application	Online
Application Fee	Free for all categories (No fee)
Last Date to Apply	June 20, 2026
Exam Date	To be announced soon

Selection Process

Selection Process
According to the official notification, the selection will occur in three stages. A written examination will be conducted only if necessary. The stages are as follows:

Initial Screening (Scrutiny) of Applications

Written Examination (If required)

Personal Interview

Advice for Applicants

Advice for Candidates
All prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the official C-DAC website and carefully review the detailed notification before completing the online application to avoid any mistakes.