Detailed Guide & Information
The Center for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released the CDAC Recruitment 2026 notification for 951 project based vacancies under Advt No. CORP/JIT/03/2026. Recruitment is for various technical and non-technical posts like Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer and Project Support Staff. These posts are offered on contract basis in 11 C-DAC centers including Bengaluru, Noida, Pune, Hyderabad and Chennai. The online application process has started on 5th October 2026 and eligible candidates may apply online through the official C-DAC careers portal before 26th October 2026.
CDAC Notification 2026 PDF: Click to Download
CDAC Recruitment 2026: Overview
The notification for CDAC 2026 offers contractual vacancies across various technical and non-technical posts. Candidates can check the key recruitment details, including the application dates, selection process and official website, in the table below.
| Details | Information |
| Recruiting Organisation | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Advertisement Number | CORP/JIT/03/2026 |
| Total Posts | 951 |
| Nature of Appointment | Contractual |
| Major Posts | Project Associate, CDAC Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, Project Support Staff & Others |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Start Date of Application | 5th October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply for CDAC Recruitment | 26th October 2026 |
| Selection | Screening, Written/Skill Test where applicable, Interview |
| Official Portal | careers.cdac.in |
CDAC Vacancy 2026
The 951 vacancies are distributed among 11 C-DAC centres. Bengaluru accounts for the highest number of openings, while Delhi has the lowest number of vacancies.
| C-DAC Centre | Number of 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 |
CDAC Apply Online 2026
The online link for CDAC Recruitment 2026 is being conducted online through the official C-DAC careers portal. Candidates can submit their applications from 5th October 2026 at 12:00 AM and no application fee is required.
Direct Link for CDAC Online Form 2026
How to fill the CDAC Application Form 2026?
Candidates can fill the CDAC online form 2026 online through the official C-DAC careers portal. The application contains personal details, educational qualifications and work experience and the required documents.
- Visit C-DAC official Careers Portal.
- Download recruitment notification CORP/JIT/03/2026.
- Please choose your desired C-DAC center and post.
- Click on the Apply link and register with mobile number.
- Validate mobile number using received OTP.
- Fill in the required personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the photograph and resume in the format prescribed.
- Review all the information before submitting the form.
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What are the Documents Required for CDAC Online Form?
Candidates should verify all entries before submitting the form because changes cannot be made after final submission.
- Passport-size photograph in JPG format, maximum size 400 KB
- Resume in PDF format, maximum size 500 KB
CDAC Application Fees 2026
No application fee is applicable for CDAC Recruitment 2026. Candidates of all categories viz. General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen and lady candidates are exempted from payment of fee.
| Category | Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | Exempted |
| SC/ST | |
| PwBD | |
| Ex-Servicemen | |
| Female Candidates |
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
C-DAC will shortlist candidates based on the requirements of the particular post and centre. The recruitment may involve the following stages:
1. Application Screening
Applications will be examined against the prescribed qualification, experience and other eligibility requirements.
2. Written/Skill Test
Candidates applying for certain positions may have to appear for a written or technical skill-based test.
3. Interview
Candidates shortlisted after the applicable screening/test stage may be called for a personal interview.
4. Document Verification
Candidates selected for appointment will have to produce the required original certificates and other documents for verification.
Posts Included in CDAC Recruitment 2026 (Technical and Non-Technical)
The recruitment includes a wide range of positions. The roles can broadly be divided into the following categories:
| Post Category | Posts Included |
| Technical | Project Associate, Project Technician, Project Engineer/PS&O Executive, Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead/Project Leader, Project Manager/Program Manager/Knowledge Partner |
| Non-Technical | Project Officer, Project Support Staff, Administrative Associate, HR Associate |
CDAC Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The C-DAC has prescribed different qualification and experience requirements for different positions. While some entry-level roles are open to freshers, senior-level positions require relevant professional experience.
| Post | Required Qualification | Maximum Age |
| Project Associate | BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or relevant PG qualification; freshers eligible | 30 years |
| Project Technician | ITI, Diploma or Graduation in CS/IT/Electronics with relevant experience | 30 years |
| Project Engineer/PS&O Executive | BE/B.Tech or PG with 60% marks, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. | 30 years for freshers; 45 years for experienced candidates |
| Senior Project Engineer/Module Lead | BE/B.Tech/PG with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. along with at least 4 years of relevant experience | 40 years |
| Project Manager/Program Manager | BE/B.Tech/PG with 60%, or ME/M.Tech/Ph.D. with relevant experience | 50–56 years |
| Project Officer | CA/CS/CMA/LLB/LLM or 2-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 |
CDAC Recruitment 2026 FAQs
Ques: How many posts are available under CDAC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: C-DAC has advertised 951 vacancies across 11 centres for different technical and non-technical project positions.
Ques: When the application process for CDAC Recruitment 2026 start?
Answer: The process of Online Registration will commence from 5th October 2026 (12.00 a.m.).
Ques: What is the age limit to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: The maximum age is dependent on the post. It varies from 30 years for few entry level posts to 56 years for certain managerial posts depending upon the conditions mentioned in the notification.
Ques: Is CDAC Recruitment 2026 for freshers?
Answer: Yes. Some posts are open for freshers including applicable Project Associate and Project Engineer posts. Some positions require relevant work experience.
Ques: How to get the CDAC Recruitment 2026?
Answer: Candidates interested can apply through online mode only on official website of C-DAC careers i.e. careers.cdac.in.