C-DAC Bengaluru is hiring 58 people on contract, and 28 of the posts are in quantum technology. C-DAC is a scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). The jobs run from Project Associate up to Project Manager, and you can apply online from 05.10.2026 to 26.10.2026 without paying any fee.
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Project Associate, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead, Project Manager / Programme Manager / Programme Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner |
| Organization | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Bengaluru |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | C-DAC/BLR/03/2026 |
| Location | Karnataka (Bengaluru) |
| Total Vacancies | 58 (Project Associate 10, Project Engineer 18, Senior Project Engineer 10, Project Manager 20) |
| Qualification | BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or Post Graduate degree in Science or Computer Application (60% marks for Project Engineer and above) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 56 years as on 26.10.2026 (varies by post — see table below) Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Screening of applications → Written or skill test (if any) → Interview |
| Pay Scale | About Rs 3.6 lakh to Rs 22.9 lakh a year, depending on the post |
| How to Apply | Online only, using the Apply button next to each post |
| Official Notification | Open the Official Notification Page |
| Official Website / Apply Online | C-DAC Careers Portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 05.10.2026 (6:00 AM) |
| Last date for online registration | 26.10.2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Age and experience counted as on | 26.10.2026 (the last date to apply) |
| Written test / interview date | Will be sent by email only |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Nil — C-DAC charges no application fee for this advertisement |
Vacancy Details
| Position | Posts | Main Domain |
|---|---|---|
| Project Associate – Quantum Communication Field Deployment Engineer | 10 | Quantum computing, embedded systems, electronics hardware, physics |
| Project Engineer – Hybrid Quantum-HPC Software Engineer | 6 | Quantum computing |
| Project Engineer – Quantum Optics and Photonics Engineer | 4 | Quantum computing |
| Project Engineer – Remote Sensing | 2 | Remote sensing |
| Project Engineer – Strategic and Special Projects | 6 | AI, machine learning, full stack, DevOps, blockchain, NLP and more |
| Project Manager | 20 | Electronics and telecom, VLSI design, instrumentation, project management and more |
| Senior Project Engineer – Quantum Control and Instrumentation Lead | 2 | Quantum computing |
| Senior Project Engineer – Quantum Cryogenic Systems Engineer | 2 | Quantum computing |
| Senior Project Engineer – Quantum Optics and Photonics Lead Engineer | 2 | Quantum computing |
| Senior Project Engineer – Strategic and Special Projects | 2 | AI, machine learning, web development, NLP, image processing and more |
| Senior Project Engineer – Superconducting Quantum Chip Development Engineer | 2 | Quantum computing |
| Total | 58 | — |
The domain column is shortened. The full list of domains for each post is on the official page, under View Details and Apply.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Degree (all posts) | BE/B.Tech or equivalent, OR ME/M.Tech or equivalent, OR a Post Graduate degree in Science, Computer Application or a relevant domain |
| Marks (Project Engineer and above) | BE/B.Tech and Post Graduate degrees need 60% marks or equivalent CGPA. ME/M.Tech or a relevant Ph.D. also qualifies. |
| Institute | AICTE/UGC approved college or institute, or a recognised university |
| Percentage proof | If your university gives CGPA or grades, you must show a percentage certificate from the university |
| Final-semester students | Can apply, but can join only after passing with the required minimum score |
| Age Limit | Upper age depends on the post (see table below), counted on 26.10.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Experience | Only relevant work done after your qualification counts. Teaching, research, internships and course project work do not. |
| Domicile / Language | Not specified in notification |
| Application Restriction | One separate application for each post. You need a valid email and mobile number. |
Age limit and experience needed, post by post:
| Position | Posts | Upper Age | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Associate | 10 | Fresher 30, Experienced 45 | Not specified in notification |
| Project Engineer | 18 | Fresher 30, Experienced 45 | 0 to 4 years |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead | 10 | 40 years | 4 to 7 years |
| Project Manager / Programme Manager / Programme Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner | 20 | 56 years | 9 to 15 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC | As per Government of India rules (exact years not stated in the notification) |
| Physically challenged (PwBD) | As per Government of India rules (exact years not stated) |
| Ex-servicemen | As per Government of India rules (exact years not stated) |
| Government employees on a pay scale | 5 years, along with any other relaxation they qualify for |
| Certificates needed | Caste certificate at document verification. EWS certificate in the DoPT format. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate in the prescribed format. |
In short: your age is checked on 26.10.2026, not on the day you apply. If you are 33 and have relevant work experience, you can still go for Project Associate or Project Engineer, because the experienced limit is 45. A fresher of the same age cannot.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Screening | C-DAC first screens applications using your academic record and the details in your online form. Only screened-in candidates move ahead. |
| 2. Written or skill test | Held only if C-DAC decides to have one. The notice does not fix it. Date comes by email. |
| 3. Interview | Personal interview. Call letters are sent by email only. No TA/DA (travel allowance) is paid. |
| 4. Document verification | Your original documents are checked. False or wrong information can get you rejected at any stage. |
| 5. Final selection | Based on academic record, experience, test marks (if any) and interview performance. |
In short: meeting the minimum qualification does not guarantee a call. C-DAC can call only the strongest profiles, and it may raise the minimum criteria if too many people apply.
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of job | Contract with consolidated emoluments (one fixed total pay, not a basic pay plus allowances) |
| Contract period | Up to 3 years or until the project ends, whichever is earlier. It can be extended. |
| Project Associate | Rs 3.6 lakh to Rs 5.04 lakh a year |
| Project Engineer | Rs 4.49 lakh to Rs 7.11 lakh a year |
| Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead | Rs 8.49 lakh to Rs 14 lakh a year |
| Project Manager / Programme Manager / Programme Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner | Rs 12.63 lakh to Rs 22.9 lakh a year |
| Higher experience | Extra increments within the bracket, as per C-DAC policy |
| Other benefits | Not specified in notification |
In plain terms: these are yearly packages, known as CTC (cost to company, the total C-DAC spends on you in a year), and one lakh is 1,00,000. So Rs 3.6 lakh a year comes to about Rs 30,000 a month. The notice does not say how much of this reaches your bank account.
How to Apply
- Open the official C-DAC advertisement page and read the General Terms and Conditions.
- Click the Apply button next to the post you want. Each post needs its own application.
- Log in with your mobile number and enter the OTP (a one-time password) sent to it.
- Fill in the form. If you applied in an earlier C-DAC advertisement, the form comes pre-filled, so check it and add what is missing.
- Upload your photo (JPG, up to 400 KB) and your resume (PDF, up to 500 KB), then click Submit.
- Note the application number the system gives you and keep a printout for yourself.
Note: do not post a printed copy to C-DAC. If you work in a government office, PSU or government autonomous body, you must also send a signed printout through your department to the HRD Section, C-DAC, Bengaluru. Otherwise you must bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC, a letter from your employer allowing you to apply) to the interview.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph | JPG, up to 400 KB, uploaded with the form Resize your photo and signature → |
| Resume | PDF, up to 500 KB, uploaded with the form |
| Degree certificates and mark sheets | Add a percentage certificate if your university gives CGPA or grades |
| Experience certificates | From your previous and present employer, showing period, salary and post held |
| Date of birth proof | SSLC / SSC / ISC mark sheet or another valid document |
| Caste certificate | Only if you claim age relaxation, at document verification |
| EWS certificate | In the format set by DoPT (Department of Personnel and Training) |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate | In the prescribed format |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Government and PSU staff, at the interview, if the form was not sent through your department |
The notification mentions these documents in different places. It does not give one complete list.
Important Links
| Link | Where |
|---|---|
| Official Notification and Apply Online | Open the C-DAC Advertisement Page |
| C-DAC Official Website | www.cdac.in |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Apply separately for each post. One form cannot cover several posts.
- Fill the form completely and carefully, because incomplete or wrongly filled forms are rejected straight away and C-DAC will not write back about them.
- Keep experience certificates ready, as experience without certificates is not counted. They must show your period of work, salary and post.
- Do not count teaching, research, internships or course project work as experience, because C-DAC does not.
- Keep your email and mobile number active until selection ends, since call letters and all updates come by email only.
- Ignore agents. C-DAC says it has not authorised anyone to act for it, and all queries go only to blr-careers@cdac.in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for C-DAC Bengaluru Recruitment 2026?
You can apply online until 26.10.2026, 11:55 PM.
How many posts are there?
There are 58 posts in all: 10 Project Associate, 18 Project Engineer, 10 Senior Project Engineer and 20 Project Manager.
What qualification do I need?
You need a BE/B.Tech, ME/M.Tech or a postgraduate degree in science or computer applications. For Project Engineer and above the BE/B.Tech and postgraduate degrees need 60% marks, and final-semester students can apply but can join only after they pass.
What is the age limit?
It depends on the post: 30 years for freshers and 45 for experienced candidates in Project Associate and Project Engineer, 40 for Senior Project Engineer and 56 for Project Manager, all counted on 26.10.2026.
Is there an application fee?
No, C-DAC charges no application fee for this advertisement.
How do I apply?
Apply online on the C-DAC careers page by logging in with your mobile number and an OTP, and send a separate form for each post.
Is this a permanent government job?
No, these are contract jobs of up to 3 years or until the project ends, whichever comes first, and they give you no right to a regular C-DAC post.
How will C-DAC select candidates?
C-DAC first screens applications, then may hold a written or skill test and an interview, and it will contact only shortlisted candidates, by email.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
