Golden Opportunity: C-DAC Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Apply for 59 Project Staff Vacancies

Are you looking for a Central Government Job in the IT sector? The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Chennai, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released the C-DAC Chennai Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. C-DAC/CHN/02/RCT/2026) for the engagement of Project Staff on a contract basis. This is a golden opportunity for engineering graduates and experienced professionals to join a prestigious R&D organization. A total of 59 vacancies are available for posts including Project Associate (Fresher), Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, and Project Manager. The last date to apply online is 22nd September 2026. Read the full notification below for official PDF, eligibility, salary, and how to apply.

Why Apply for C-DAC Chennai Recruitment?

• Prestigious Organization: C-DAC is a leading R&D institution under MeitY, Government of India.
• Attractive Salary: Consolidated pay up to ₹90,000 per month with annual CTC up to ₹12.80 LPA.
• Career Growth: Contract extends up to 2 years with performance-based extension.
• Job Security: Government sector, 7th CPC pay matrix equivalent.
• Variety of Roles: From fresher to experienced project management positions.

C-DAC Chennai Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Detailed Vacancy Breakdown for C-DAC Chennai Recruitment 2026

There are 59 vacancies distributed across four posts. Candidates can apply for only one post; multiple registrations will lead to cancellation.

C-DAC Chennai Eligibility Criteria 2026 – Post Wise

Project Associate (Fresher) – Post Code CDACC/PA/CHN/01

• Age Limit: Up to 30 years (relaxation as per Govt. rules)
• Experience: Nil (Fresher)
• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, ECE, EEE
• Desirable Skills: Java, .NET, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Angular, React, RESTful Web Services, RDBMS, good communication
• Consolidated Salary: ₹34,000/month (CTC ~₹5.06 LPA)

Project Engineer (Experienced) – Post Code CDACC/PE/CHN/02

• Age Limit: Up to 45 years
• Experience: Minimum 1 year post-qualification
• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (60% or CGPA equivalent) in CS, IT, ECE, EEE
• Desirable Skills: Java/Spring, Hibernate, Microservices, or Frontend (React, Node.js), or Databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB), AI/Data Science, Networking, Hardware Security
• Salary: ₹40,000/month (CTC ~₹5.89 LPA)

Senior Project Engineer – Post Code CDACC/SPE/CHN/03

• Age Limit: Up to 40 years
• Experience: Minimum 4 years
• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech (60%) in CS/IT/ECE/EEE OR MCA (60%)
• Skills: Similar to Project Engineer + team management
• Salary: ₹60,000/month (CTC ~₹8.65 LPA)

Project Manager – Post Code CDACC/PM/CHN/04

• Age Limit: Up to 56 years
• Experience: Minimum 9 years
• Qualification: B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech/MCA/M.Sc/PhD (60%) in relevant disciplines
• Skills: Cyber Security (ICS/SCADA, NIST, ISO27001, CEH etc.), Project Management (JIRA, MS Project), plus technology tracks
• Salary: ₹90,000/month (CTC ~₹12.80 LPA)

C-DAC Chennai Salary Structure 2026

For experienced posts, salary may be higher based on qualifications and experience as per C-DAC policy.

Reservation Policy

Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWD as per Government of India norms. Specific certificates required for each category. OBC candidates must provide non-creamy layer certificate. PWD candidates must have at least 40% disability. EWS candidates need income & asset certificate per DoPT format.

How to Apply for C-DAC Chennai Recruitment 2026

1. Register online via Google Form: https://forms.gle/TSX7P5BMPy6abJCK6 (before 22 Sep 2026, 17:00 hrs)
2. Download and fill the application form from the official notification PDF.
3. For experienced posts, prepare a one-page write-up (6 sets).
4. Attend walk-in interview on the scheduled date with all original documents and self-attested photocopies.
5. Reporting time: 09:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Latecomers will not be allowed.

Direct Link to Apply Online: Click Here

Official Notification PDF: Download PDF

Documents Required

• Duly filled application form with photograph
• 6 sets of one-page write-up (for experienced posts only)
• Photo ID card (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, etc.)
• Educational certificates (10th, 12th, degree, marksheets)
• Experience certificates from all previous employers
• No Objection Certificate (if currently employed in Govt/PSU)
• Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC) and Non-Creamy Layer certificate (if applicable)
• Disability certificate (if PWD) – 40% or more
• Income & Asset certificate (if EWS)

Important Instructions

• Eligibility determined as on closing date of registration.
• Final semester students can apply but must complete degree before joining.
• Any false information leads to disqualification.
• No TA/DA for interview.
• Selected candidates may be transferred to any project location across India.
• Canvassing disqualifies.
• C-DAC reserves right to vary number of posts.
• Mobile phones prohibited during interview.
• No agents authorized.
• English version of notification is authoritative.

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