The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has released a massive recruitment notification under its JIT October 2026 cycle for approximately 844 contractual vacancies across 11 centres in India. Interested and eligible candidates can submit their online applications free of cost through the official careers portal between 5th October 2026 and 26th October 2026.
CDAC Recruitment 2026
Apply Online for 844 Project Engineer, Manager & Support Posts
Job Overview & Highlights
| Organization | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Total Vacancies | Approx. 844 Posts |
| Post Names | Project Associate, Project Engineer, Project Manager, Support Roles |
| Tenure | Contractual (Initially up to 3 Years) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Job Locations | 11 Centres across India (Pune, Bengaluru, Noida, Delhi, etc.) |
| Application Dates | 05 October 2026 to 26 October 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria & Application Fee
Educational Qualification: Candidates must possess B.E. / B.Tech / MCA / M.Sc / ME / M.Tech in relevant engineering or computer science disciplines. For administrative and support positions, relevant Graduate/Postgraduate degrees (MBA, CA, ICWA, Diploma) with prescribed experience are required.
Age Limit: Age criteria vary by role (typically 30 to 50 years depending on the grade). Relaxation in the upper age limit is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and Ex-Servicemen as per Government of India norms.
Application Fee: NIL (₹0). No application fee is charged to apply for any category or position.
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted through initial initial shortlisting/screening of applications based on academic record and experience, followed by a Written Test and/or Personal Interview depending on the post level and number of applicants.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official C-DAC Careers portal (careers.cdac.in).
- Select the specific participating centre and vacancy listing you wish to apply for under the JIT October 2026 cycle.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to generate login credentials.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload required scanned documents (photograph, signature, certificates).
- Submit the form and retain a printed copy for future recruitment stages.
Important Links
| Apply Online & Notification Details | Click Here |
| Official Careers Portal | cdac.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for CDAC Recruitment 2026?
The closing date for submitting online applications is 26th October 2026.
Is there any application fee for these posts?
No, applying to the C-DAC JIT October 2026 cycle is completely free for all categories.
Can a candidate apply to more than one centre?
Yes, applicants can apply for positions in multiple centres, but they must submit a separate online application for each post and centre.