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NIELIT Chennai Recruitment 2026: Overview
The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai, under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released an official notification (Adv.No.01/04/2025/Recruitment/07) for the recruitment of 11 Contractual Manpower posts. This recruitment drive offers excellent opportunities for candidates seeking technical, administrative, and support roles in a prestigious government institute.
This is Direct Recruitment based on eligibility and interview (no written competitive exam). The positions are contractual in nature. Interested candidates must apply online before the last date of 19th February 2026.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | NIELIT Chennai |
| Post Name | MTS, Project Engineer, Senior Admin Assistant, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Application Start Date | 06.02.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19.02.2026 (by 05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | https://www.nielit.gov.in/ |
Vacancy Details (Post-wise Breakdown)
The total number of vacancies is 11 distributed across various technical, administrative, and support roles.
| Post Name | Category | Vacancies | Salary (Rs.) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Project Engineer (Data Science) | Technical | 1 | 30,000 - 35,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Project Engineer (Data Science) | Technical | 1 | 23,000 - 30,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Project Engineer (VLSI) | Technical | 1 | 23,000 - 30,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Project Engineer (3DPAM) | Technical | 1 | Up to 50,000 | Not exceeding 40 Years |
| Project Engineer (RPA) | Technical | 1 | 30,000 - 35,000 | Not exceeding 40 Years |
| Training Coordinator | Training/Admin | 1 | Up to 35,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Project Associate (Training) | Training/Admin | 1 | 23,000 - 30,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Senior Administrative Assistant | Administrative | 2 | 23,000 - 30,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| Senior Accounts Assistant | Administrative/Finance | 1 | 23,000 - 30,000 | Not exceeding 45 Years |
| MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff) | Support Staff | 1 | As per rules | As per rules |
| TOTAL VACANCIES | 11 | |||
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess relevant educational qualifications as per the post requirements:
- Technical Posts (Project Engineers/Senior Project Engineer): B.Tech/B.E/M.Tech/M.E. in relevant disciplines (Computer Science, Electronics, Data Science, VLSI, etc.) OR equivalent qualification.
- Training Coordinator/Associate: Degree/Diploma in relevant field (Education/Training/Admin) with relevant experience.
- Administrative/Accounts Assistants: Graduate/Post-Graduate in Commerce/Arts/Science with computer knowledge and relevant experience.
- MTS: 10th/ITI/12th Pass (or equivalent) as per the specific requirements mentioned in the detailed notification PDF.
Note: Specific experience requirements (years) vary by position. Refer to the official PDF for exact details.
2. Age Limit
Age limit varies by post as detailed in the vacancy table above. The maximum age ranges from 40 to 45 years.
Cut-off Date: The text does not explicitly mention an "Age as on" date. Candidates must verify the specific cut-off date for age calculation in the official notification PDF.
3. Age Relaxation
Standard age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD categories as per Government of India norms is applicable. Please refer to the detailed notification for specific percentage of relaxation.
Selection Process
Since this is a Direct Recruitment for contractual posts, the selection process does not involve a written competitive exam. The recruitment will likely follow these stages:
- Application Screening: Scrutiny of online applications and documents.
- Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an online interview.
- Document Verification: Final selection subject to verification of original documents.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Interview Date | 23.02.2026 Onward (Online) |
| Selection Basis | Merit in Qualification & Experience + Interview Performance |
| Exam Mode | Not Applicable (Interview only) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Categories (Gen/OBC/SC/ST/PwD) | Rs. 200/- per post |
Mode of Payment: Online (Net Banking, UPI, Credit/Debit Card).
Note: The fee is non-refundable.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://www.nielit.gov.in/ or the direct Chennai recruitment link.
- Find the Notification: Look for the "Recruitment" or "Announcements" section and download the Official Notification PDF (Adv.No.01/04/2025/Recruitment/07) to read the complete instructions.
- Registration: Click on the "Apply Online" link. Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill Application Form: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and experience details carefully.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required certificates (Degree, Experience, Caste, etc.) as per the specified size.
- Pay Fee: Pay the application fee of Rs. 200/- online.
- Submit & Save: Submit the application form before 19.02.2026 (05:00 PM). Download/print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: 06.02.2026
- Application Start Date: 06.02.2026
- Application End Date: 19.02.2026 (Till 05:00 PM)
- Online Interview: 23.02.2026 Onward
- Result Declaration: To be notified after the interview process.
Important Links
Candidates are advised to use the following direct links for easy access:
- ✅ Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online Link (Active from 06.02.2026)
- Visit Official Website
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