📋 Complete Notification Details
ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026 – 25 PMU Professionals in ICT Division, New Delhi
Golden Opportunity for IT and Engineering Professionals: Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has released the ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of 25 professionals in the Project Management Unit (PMU) of its ICT Division. This is one of the most awaited Sarkari Naukri 2026 updates for candidates looking for Central Government Jobs in IT, cyber security, networking, database and application engineering. The latest notification 2026 is available on www.esic.gov.in. The engagement is full-time, fixed-term contractual at ESIC Headquarters, New Delhi. Read the complete details below, including vacancy breakdown, eligibility, salary, selection process and how to apply online by email.
ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization: Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
Post Name: PMU Professionals, Project Management Unit (PMU), ICT Division
Total Vacancies: 25
Place of Posting: New Delhi (transferable anywhere in India)
Mode of Application: Email only (PDF attachments)
Last Date to Apply: Within 21 days from publication of advertisement – approximately 30.09.2026
Official Website: www.esic.gov.in
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) |
| Advertisement File No. | A-12016/23/2025-E-III, 1418806 |
| Advertisement Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Post Name | PMU Professionals, Project Management Unit (PMU), ICT Division |
| Total Vacancies | 25 (across 25 distinct positions) |
| Nature of Engagement | Full-time, fixed-term contractual basis (3 years, extendable up to 5 years) |
| Place of Posting | New Delhi (transferable anywhere in India) |
| Mode of Application | Email only (PDF attachments) |
| Application Email | As mentioned in the official notification PDF (source page displays [email protected]) |
| Official Website | www.esic.gov.in |
ESIC PMU ICT Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Dated | 09.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 21 days from publication – approximately 30.09.2026. Candidates should verify the exact closing date on www.esic.gov.in. |
Note: Candidates who already appeared in an interview against the previous advertisement dated 23.02.2026 for the same positions are not required to apply again.
Why Apply for ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026?
- Central Government job opportunity at ESIC Headquarters, New Delhi.
- Highly attractive consolidated monthly salary ranging from ₹80,000 to ₹3,30,000.
- Opportunity to work on mission-critical ICT infrastructure for a major Government organization.
- Contractual tenure of 3 years, extendable up to 5 years.
- Exposure to e-Governance, large-scale IT operations, cyber security, data centre and enterprise application projects.
- Preference for candidates with Government/PSU experience makes it a valuable career milestone.
This recruitment falls under the latest Delhi Government Jobs, Central Government Jobs and Sarkari Result 2026 opportunities for qualified IT professionals.
ESIC PMU ICT Vacancy Details 2026
The 25 vacancies are spread across leadership, engineering, and specialist roles within four broad functions: IT Operations and Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Vendor/Procurement and Project Management, and Applications/Database/Networking.
| S. No. | Position | Vacancies | Remuneration (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Director (PMU Head) | 1 | 2,65,000–3,30,000 |
| 2 | IT Operations Lead | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 3 | System Administrator Engineer (Windows) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 4 | System Administrator Engineer (Linux) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 5 | Virtualization Engineer (VMware/Nutanix/RHCOS) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 6 | Cyber Security Lead | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 7 | Cyber Security Engineer (NOC Specialist/ZTNA) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 8 | Cyber Security Engineer (SIEM/SOAR/XDR) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 9 | Vendor and Procurement Lead (PM/Procurement) | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 10 | Vendor Management Specialist | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 11 | Procurement Specialist | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 12 | Infrastructure Lead | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 13 | Infrastructure Engineer (Infra mgmt/capacity planning/asset mgmt) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 14 | Database Administrator (Production and Performance) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 15 | Database Administrator (Backup, DR and Replication) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 16 | Applications Lead | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 17–18 | Application Engineer (Dot Net/DB) | 2 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 19 | Application Engineer (Java/DB) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 20 | SAS Administrator Engineer | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 21 | Network and DC Lead | 1 | 1,45,000–2,65,000 |
| 22 | Networking Engineer (Data Centre) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 23 | Networking Engineer (Data Recovery Centre) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 24 | Networking Engineer (DC-DR Drill/DB Sync) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
| 25 | Network Administrator (Load Balancer/WAF/Anti-DDoS) | 1 | 80,000–1,45,000 |
ESIC PMU ICT Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Across all 25 posts, the essential educational qualification is a Bachelor's or Postgraduate degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics/Electronics and Communication or other engineering stream, or MCA from a recognized university. The Project Director (PMU Head) additionally requires an MBA in IT/Project Management. Relevant OEM or domain certifications in Windows/Linux administration, virtualization, ISO 27001, SIEM/XDR/NAC, networking, database or SAS platforms are preferred.
Experience Requirements
| Position | Minimum Experience |
|---|---|
| Project Director (PMU Head) | 20 years in large-scale IT/e-Governance/enterprise ICT, including 8 years managing mission-critical systems |
| IT Operations Lead | 12 years in enterprise IT operations, including 5 years as IT Operations Lead |
| System Administrator Engineer (Windows/Linux) | 6 years each in the respective OS administration |
| Virtualization Engineer | 6 years in enterprise virtualization environments |
| Cyber Security Lead | 12 years in cyber security operations and security audits |
| Cyber Security Engineer (both streams) | 6 years each in the respective security platforms/operations |
| Vendor and Procurement Lead | 12 years in IT project/vendor management and procurement, including 5 years as lead |
| Vendor Management Specialist / Procurement Specialist | 6 years each in the respective function |
| Infrastructure Lead | 12 years in enterprise IT infrastructure, including 5 years as Infrastructure Lead |
| Infrastructure Engineer | 6 years in IT infrastructure planning and operations |
| Database Administrator (both streams) | 6 years each in the respective database function |
| Applications Lead | 12 years in enterprise application support, including 5 years as lead |
| Application Engineer (Dot Net/DB, Java/DB) | 6 years each in the respective technology stack |
| SAS Administrator Engineer | 6 years relevant experience |
| Network and DC Lead | 12 years in enterprise networking/data centre operations, including 5 years as lead |
| Networking Engineer (all three streams) / Network Administrator | 6 years each in the respective networking function |
Age Limit
Age of the candidate as on the closing date of application must not be less than 18 years and must not exceed 62 years. The contract period itself will not extend beyond the candidate turning 65 years, whichever is earlier.
ESIC PMU ICT Salary / Remuneration
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly remuneration ranging from ₹80,000 to ₹3,30,000 depending on the position. This remuneration is inclusive of all applicable taxes. No other facility or allowance will be paid. Remuneration for retired government servants engaged under this scheme will follow applicable Government of India guidelines.
ESIC PMU ICT Selection Process 2026
Engagement will be made on the recommendation of a duly constituted Selection Committee approved by the Competent Authority/Director General, ESIC. Candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria will be called for an interview based on the information furnished in the application form. Mere submission of an application does not confer any right to be called for interview. Candidature remains provisional until document verification.
How to Apply for ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must apply in the prescribed application format attached with the detailed advertisement on www.esic.gov.in, within 21 days from the date of publication of the advertisement. Although many candidates search for apply online, ESIC has specified that applications for this recruitment must be sent only by email in PDF format. Candidates applying for more than one post must send a separate application for each post.
- Download the official ESIC PMU ICT notification PDF from the official website.
- Open the prescribed application format attached with the advertisement.
- Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details carefully.
- Attach all documents, testimonials, and certificates in PDF format.
- Send the completed application by email only to the address mentioned in the official notification PDF before the last date.
- Do not send applications by post, by hand, or through any other mode, as they will be summarily rejected.
ESIC PMU ICT Terms of Engagement
- Engagement is purely contractual and does not create any employer-employee relationship or claim to regular appointment/absorption in ESIC.
- The engagement is full-time; professionals cannot take up any other assignment during the contract period.
- ESIC may terminate the engagement at any time without providing reasons.
- Either side may end the contract with 15 days' written notice, except for misconduct-based termination which takes immediate effect.
- Leave is admissible at 1.5 days per completed month, without carry-forward beyond the calendar year.
- Reservation is applicable as per Government of India instructions.
ESIC PMU ICT Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026 FAQs
What is ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026?
ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026 is a Central Government contractual recruitment drive for 25 IT/technical professionals in the Project Management Unit (PMU) of the ICT Division at ESIC Headquarters, New Delhi.
How many vacancies are there in ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026?
There are 25 vacancies covering Project Director, IT Operations Lead, System Administrator, Cyber Security Engineer, Database Administrator, Application Engineer, Network Engineer and similar roles.
What is the last date to apply for ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026?
The advertisement is dated 09 September 2026. Applications must be submitted within 21 days from the date of publication, i.e., approximately 30 September 2026. Candidates should verify the exact closing date on the official ESIC website.
What is the eligibility criteria for ESIC PMU ICT Recruitment 2026?
Candidates should have a B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT/Electronics/ECE, MCA or relevant PG degree from a recognized university. Post-wise experience ranges from 6 to 20 years. Age limit is 18 to 62 years as on the closing date.
What is the salary for ESIC PMU ICT professionals?
Selected professionals will get consolidated monthly remuneration between ₹80,000 and ₹3,30,000 depending on the position.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
Applications will be accepted only by email in PDF format. Download the application format from the official notification PDF on www.esic.gov.in, fill it, and send the signed PDF with supporting documents to the email address mentioned in the notification before the last date.
Is ESIC PMU ICT recruitment exam based?
No. This is not an examination-based recruitment. Eligible candidates will be shortlisted and called for an interview by the Selection Committee. No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Can retired government servants apply for ESIC PMU ICT posts?
Yes, retired government servants can apply, but their remuneration will be governed by applicable Government of India instructions for re-employment/engagement.