The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has opened its JIT October 2026 recruitment cycle for project-based technical and support positions across multiple C-DAC centres in India. The current cycle includes 844 vacancies when the 843-post multi-centre tally is combined with the separate 1-post C-DAC Patna JIT October listing.
Online applications opened on 5 October 2026 and the common closing date is 26 October 2026, although the exact closing time can differ by centre. Candidates should apply through the official C-DAC careers portal and select the correct centre and position before submitting the form.
C-DAC Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India |
| Recruitment cycle | JIT October 2026 |
| Main advertisement family | CORP/JIT/03/2026 with centre-specific references |
| Total vacancies used for this article | 844 |
| Nature of engagement | Contractual / project-based |
| Application mode | Online |
| Application start date | 5 October 2026 |
| Last date | 26 October 2026 |
| Application fee | Nil |
| Job locations | Multiple C-DAC centres and project locations across India |
| Selection | Screening, test/skill test where applicable, interview and document verification |
| Official careers portal | C-DAC Careers Portal |
Vacancy Breakdown
The current October cycle spans a wide range of technical, engineering, programme-management and support functions.
| Post family | Vacancies in the multi-centre October tally |
|---|---|
| Project Associate | 49 |
| Project Engineer / PS&O Executive | 369 |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Leader / Module Lead | 272 |
| Project Manager / Program Manager / Tech Lead | 106 |
| Project Technician | 24 |
| Project Officer | 11 |
| Project Support Staff | 5 |
| Project Assistant | 3 |
| Function / Administrative / MMG / Senior Finance Associate roles | 4 |
| Subtotal | 843 |
| Separate C-DAC Patna JIT October listing | 1 |
| Current combined total | 844 |
Vacancies are distributed across C-DAC centres including Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Guwahati/CINE, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Noida, Pune and Thiruvananthapuram, with a separate Patna listing under the same October recruitment cycle. Candidates should choose the exact centre and post before applying because qualifications, experience, work location and pay can differ substantially.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration begins | 5 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 26 October 2026 |
| Age/experience cut-off | Normally the applicable centre's closing date |
| Written/skill test | If conducted, date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates |
| Interview | To be communicated by the respective C-DAC centre |
Important: the closing time is not identical for every centre. Apply well before the final day rather than relying on a common 11:59 PM assumption.
Eligibility and Qualification
C-DAC has advertised many different roles, so there is no single qualification that applies to all 844 vacancies. The principal qualification patterns are summarised below.
| Post level | Typical essential qualification pattern |
|---|---|
| Project Associate | B.E./B.Tech or equivalent; M.E./M.Tech; or postgraduate qualification in Science, Computer Applications or a relevant domain, depending on the post |
| Project Engineer / PS&O Executive | Relevant B.E./B.Tech, postgraduate Science/Computer Applications qualification, M.E./M.Tech or Ph.D.; percentage and discipline requirements differ by position |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Leader / Module Lead | Relevant technical/postgraduate qualification plus the prescribed professional experience |
| Project Manager / Program Manager / Tech Lead | Relevant technical/postgraduate qualification plus substantial post-qualification experience |
| Project Technician / support functions | Relevant ITI, diploma, graduation, professional, finance, management or other qualification specified for the individual post |
Qualifications must be from recognised institutions. Applicants should open the centre-specific listing and match their degree, discipline, marks/CGPA and experience against the exact position they intend to apply for.
Experience and Age Limit
Experience varies from fresher-level positions to senior roles requiring many years of relevant post-qualification experience, so a single combined minimum cannot be stated truthfully.
| Position level | Typical experience / upper-age pattern in the current cycle |
|---|---|
| Project Associate / fresher-level technical roles | Fresher or low-experience roles; commonly up to 30 years |
| Experienced Project Associate / Project Engineer variants | Experience requirement varies; some variants allow upper age up to 45 years |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Leader / Module Lead | Commonly around 4–7 years relevant experience; upper age around 40 years |
| Project Manager / Program Manager / senior leadership roles | Commonly around 9–15 years relevant experience; upper age can extend to 56 years |
| Project Technician / Project Support Staff / Project Officer | Role-specific; upper limits may fall within 30, 35 or 50 years depending on the post |
Age relaxation for eligible reserved-category candidates, PwBD candidates, Ex-Servicemen and eligible Government employees is available as per applicable Government of India rules and the individual C-DAC listing.
Salary / CTC
Pay is not uniform across all posts, so no single salary range should be treated as the salary for every vacancy. Current-cycle grade examples include:
| Grade / post level | Illustrative initial CTC range |
|---|---|
| Project Associate | ₹3.60 lakh to ₹5.04 lakh per annum |
| Project Engineer | ₹4.49 lakh to ₹7.11 lakh per annum |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Leader / Module Lead | ₹8.49 lakh to ₹14.00 lakh per annum |
| Project Manager / Program Manager level | ₹12.63 lakh to ₹22.90 lakh per annum |
| Other support / specialist posts | As stated in the relevant centre listing |
Higher relevant experience within the permissible band may affect the offered CTC. Candidates should treat the exact centre/post listing as final for remuneration.
Selection Process
C-DAC may use different selection stages depending on the centre and post. The recruitment process can include:
- Application screening against the notified qualification, marks, experience and domain requirements.
- Written or skill test, where the centre decides it is necessary.
- Interview for shortlisted candidates.
- Document verification of educational, experience, category and other claimed credentials.
Meeting the minimum eligibility criteria does not automatically guarantee a test or interview call. C-DAC may raise screening cut-offs when applications are high.
Application Fee and Documents
There is no application fee for this recruitment cycle.
Candidates should normally keep the following ready before starting the online form:
| Document / item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Recent photograph | JPG format; the portal states a maximum size of 400 KB |
| Updated resume | PDF format; the portal states a maximum size of 500 KB |
| Educational records | Degree/diploma/certificate and marks/CGPA evidence |
| Experience certificates | Required where experience is prescribed |
| Date of birth proof | Valid school certificate or other accepted proof |
| Category / EWS / OBC-NCL / PwBD documents | Where applicable and in the prescribed format |
| NOC / proper-channel documentation | Relevant for Government/PSU/autonomous-body employees |
How to Apply Online
- Open the official C-DAC careers portal.
- Select the correct JIT October 2026 centre listing and read the position-specific conditions.
- Click the application option against the post you want.
- Log in using the required mobile/OTP process.
- Complete or verify personal, education and experience details.
- Upload the photograph and resume in the permitted formats and sizes.
- Recheck the centre, post, qualification and experience information before final submission.
- Submit the application and retain the generated application number/printout.
- Submit a separate application for each post if applying to more than one position.
Do not send a hard copy unless the relevant employment/proper-channel condition specifically requires action from a Government/PSU/autonomous-body employee.
Vacancy Count Verification Note
Some third-party recruitment pages have recycled vacancy figures from an earlier C-DAC JIT cycle. This article does not reuse those older figures. The current October package reconciles the detailed 843-post multi-centre tally plus the separate 1-post Patna listing, giving a working total of 844 vacancies.
Candidates should still confirm the live centre listing before applying because C-DAC reserves the right to increase, decrease or withdraw posts.
Important Official Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| C-DAC current job opportunities | Official C-DAC Current Jobs Page |
| Online application / centre listings | C-DAC Careers Portal |
| C-DAC main website | Official C-DAC Website |
| Regal Naukri article URL after publication | C-DAC Recruitment 2026 on Regal Naukri |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are in C-DAC Recruitment 2026 JIT October cycle?
This package uses a current combined total of 844 vacancies: 843 across the main October multi-centre tally plus one separate C-DAC Patna JIT October vacancy.
What is the last date to apply?
The common closing date is 26 October 2026, but closing time varies by centre. Apply early.
Is C-DAC Recruitment 2026 permanent?
No. These positions are contractual/project-based. The exact tenure and extension conditions are given in the relevant centre listing.
Is there any application fee?
No. The October cycle states Nil application fee.
Can freshers apply?
Yes, some Project Associate and Project Engineer positions are fresher-level. Many other positions require relevant post-qualification experience.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but C-DAC requires a separate application for each post.
Where should I verify the final eligibility?
Use the C-DAC Careers Portal and open the exact centre/post advertisement before submitting the application.