The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for 2025, offering 848 vacancies across various technical and managerial positions, including Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, Project Managers, and more. This is a contractual engagement across multiple C-DAC centers in India.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: May 31, 2025
• Online Application Start Date: May 31, 2025
• Last Date to Apply: June 20, 2025

Vacancy Details

C-DAC is recruiting for various positions across multiple centers. Some of the key roles include:

• Project Engineer – AI Library and Framework Development: 5
• Project Engineer – Backend Engineer: 3
• Project Engineer – Compiler and Parallel Programming Language: 7
• Project Engineer – Embedded Firmware Development: 8
• Project Engineer – Embedded Hardware Design Engineer: 8
• Project Engineer – IT Infrastructure: 2
• Project Engineer – Mathematics and Computing: 3
• Project Engineer – Mechatronics / Robotics Engineering/Mechanical: 1
• Project Engineer – MPI, Math Libraries and Communication Libraries: 7
• Project Engineer – Quantum Computing: 13
• Project Engineer – VLSI-FPGA/ASIC: 15
• Project Manager – Electronics for Photonic Quantum Processors: 1
• Project Manager – Firmware/BIOS/BMC/Server Design/PCB Design: 3
• Project Manager – Networking and Communication: 1
• Project Manager – Quantum Communication & Photonics: 1
• Project Manager – VLSI-FPGA/ASIC: 1
• Project Manager – Cyber Security: 1
• Project Manager – Electronics Hardware Design and Development: 2
• Project Manager – Embedded Systems & FPGA Design for Quantum Communication: 1
• Project Manager – HPC Cluster Management: 1
• Project Manager – IT Infrastructure Manager: 1
• Project Manager – QKD Network Deployment and Maintenance: 1
• Project Manager – Quantum Computing: 1
• Senior Project Engineer – Photonic Quantum Processors: 1
• Senior Project Engineer – Software for Quantum Technologies: 1
• Senior Project Engineer – AI Library and Framework Development: 2
• Senior Project Engineer – Compiler and Parallel Programming Language: 3
• Senior Project Engineer – FPGA & Embedded Systems: 5
• Senior Project Engineer – Embedded Firmware Development: 4
• Senior Project Engineer – Embedded Hardware Design and Development: 4
• Senior Project Engineer – HPC Cluster Administrator: 3
• Senior Project Engineer – MEP/Electrical Engineer for Datacentre Management: 1
• Senior Project Engineer – MPI, Math Libraries and Communication Libraries: 3
• Senior Project Engineer – Networking: 2
• Senior Project Engineer – Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) Network Deployment & R&D: 1
• Senior Project Engineer – VLSI-FPGA/ASIC: 8
• SPE – Quantum Photonics: 1
• Project Engineer: 100
• Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead: 70
• PM / Program Manager / Program Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner: 15

These positions are spread across various C-DAC centers, including Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mohali, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Thiruvananthapuram, and Silchar.

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualifications:
  • B.E./B.Tech or equivalent degree with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
  • Postgraduate degree in Science, Computer Application, or a related field with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
  • M.E./M.Tech or equivalent degree.
  • Ph.D. in a relevant subject.
• Age Limit (as of June 20, 2025):
  • Maximum age varies by position, with an upper limit of 56 years.
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms:
    • SC/ST: 5 years
    • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
    • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 years (General), 13 years (OBC), 15 years (SC/ST)
    • Ex-servicemen: 5 years

Salary Structure

• Project Engineer: ₹4.49 LPA to ₹7.11 LPA
• Senior Project Engineer / Project Lead / Module Lead: ₹8.49 LPA to ₹14 LPA
• Project Manager / Program Manager / Program Delivery Manager / Knowledge Partner: ₹12.63 LPA to ₹22.9 LPA

Note: Salary offered will be commensurate with experience within the specified range.

Selection Process

1. Application Screening: Initial shortlisting based on academic qualifications and experience.
2. Written Test/Interview: Shortlisted candidates may be called for a written test and/or interview, depending on the position.
3. Document Verification: Verification of original documents and certificates.

Application Process

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to cdac.in.
2. Navigate to the Careers Section: Click on the ‘Careers’ tab and select ‘Current Job Opportunities’.
3. Select Desired Post: Choose the position you wish to apply for.
4. Register/Login: Create a new account or log in using your existing credentials.
5. Fill Application Form: Enter personal, educational, and professional details.
6. Upload Documents: Attach scanned copies of photograph, signature, and relevant certificates.
7. Submit Application: Review and submit the application form.
8. Print Confirmation: Keep a printout of the application form for future reference.

Note: There is no application fee for this recruitment.

Documents Required

• Recent passport-size photograph and signature.
• Experience certificates, if applicable.
• Age proof (e.g., birth certificate, 10th mark sheet).
• 10th and 12th mark sheets.
• Caste certificate (if applicable).

For more detailed information and updates, please refer to the official C-DAC website: cdac.in