Recruitment for Project Staff on Various Contract positions
for CDAC, Chennai through
Walk in Interview for posts @ Chennai
Advt. No.: C-DAC/CHN/02/RCT/2025 dated 29/07/2025
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), is a Scientific Society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. C-DAC has today emerged as a premier R&D organization in ICT&E (Information, Communications Technologies and Electronics) in the country, working on strengthening national technological capabilities in the context of global developments in the field and responding to change in the market need in selected foundation areas. C-DAC represents a unique facet working in close conjunction with MeitY to implement nation's policy and pragmatic interventions and initiatives in Information Technology. As an institution for high-end Research and Development (R&D), C-DAC has been at the forefront of the Information, Communications Technologies and Electronics (ICT&E) revolution, constantly building capacities in emerging/ enabling technologies and innovating and leveraging its expertise, caliber and skill sets to develop and deploy products and solutions for different sectors of the economy.
C-DAC's areas of expertise range from R&D work in ICT&E Technologies to Product Development, IP Generation, Technology Transfer and Deployment of Solutions. Primary Thematic or Thrust Areas addressed by C-DAC are:
- High Performance Computing and Grid & Cloud Computing
- Multilingual Computing & Heritage Computing
- Professional Electronics, VLSI & Embedded Systems
- Software Technologies including FOSS
- Cyber Security & Cyber Forensics
- Health Informatics
- Education & Training
C-DAC, Chennai is looking for bright & result oriented professionals for various projects. The following positions are available purely on contract basis on consolidated emolument initially for a period of 02 (Two) years or co-terminus with the project whichever is earlier. However, term of contract may be considered for extension for further period based on performance of the incumbent and requirement of the project.
Interested and eligible candidates are required to appear for a Walk-in/ Online interview as applicable as per the schedule below:
Interview Venue:
Venue |
Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, Tidel Park, 8th Floor, 'D' Block (North & South), No.4 Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Taramani, Chennai - 600113 |
Phone |
+91-44-22542226/7 |
Reporting Time |
09:30 AM “ 10:30 AM (if called for the interview) |
Confirmation Email |
Last week of August 2025 (to eligible candidates) |
Tentative Interview Date |
Last week of August 2025 (Exact date will be communicated to eligible candidate over email) |
Post-wise Vacancy Details:
Post |
Post Code |
Vacancies |
Reservation (UR/SC/ST/OBC) |
Location |
Mode of Interview |
Project Associate (Fresher) |
CDACC/PA/CHN/01 |
25 |
UR-13, SC-3, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-2 |
Chennai (transferable) |
Walk-in |
Project Engineer (Experienced) |
CDACC/PE/CHN/02 |
17 |
UR-09, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-4, EWS-1 |
Chennai |
Walk-in |
Senior Project Engineer |
CDACC/SPE/CHN/03 |
4 |
UR-3, OBC-1 |
Chennai |
Walk-in |
Project Officer (Marketing) |
CDACC/PO/CHN/04 |
1 |
UR-1 |
Chennai |
Walk-in |
Project Technician |
CDACC/PT/CHN/05 |
15 |
UR-7, SC-3, OBC-4, EWS-1 |
Chennai |
Walk-in |
Procedure for attending the Interview:
1. Registration:
Candidates must register their candidature by filling the Google Form using the link provided below to attend the Walk-in Interview.
[Google Form Link] - Link to apply
2. Application Form Submission:
Download and fill the Application Form and One-page Write-up (for experienced posts), affix a recent passport-size photograph, and bring them during the interview.
Download: [Application Form] | [One-page Write-up]
3. Documents to Carry:
Candidates are required to carry the below mentioned documents/ certificates in original with one set self-attested photocopies and reach the venue on the stipulated date & time.
i. Duly filled application form ii. 6 set of one page write up (for experienced posts only) iii. One valid photo id proof having date of birth iv. 10th, 12th & certificate and consolidated mark sheet of BE/ BTech/ MCA/ MSc/ ME/ MTech as applicable v. Experience certificates for the period claimed in application vi. Caste Certificates in case of SC/ST and Non- Creamy Layer Certificate for OBC vii. Medical Certificate (in case of PwD) viii. Candidates working in Central/ State Govt./ Autonomous Bodies/ PSUs are required to produce 'No Objection Certificate' from their parent organization at the time of interview |
4. Interview Admission: Registered candidates, reporting the venue during the reporting time mentioned above will only be allowed to attend the interview.
Important Dates:
Commencement of Registration |
05/08/2025 from 10:00 Hours |
Last date of Registration |
20/08/2025 till 17:00 Hours |
Important Points
- Candidates are permitted to apply/ attend any one of the below posts. Multiple registration may result in cancellation of candidature altogether.
- The candidates are advised to visit C-DAC website regularly for notices / information. Corrigendum/Extension/Updates etc., if any, shall be published in our website www.cdac.in only.
Post Details:
Post |
Project Associate (Fresher) |
Post Code |
CDACC/PA/CHN/01 |
No. of Posts |
25 (Twenty Five)- UR-13, SC-3, ST-1, OBC-6, EWS-2 |
Location |
Chennai |
Upper age limit |
30 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
Educational qualification |
B.E/ B. Tech |
Post qualification relevant experience |
Nil |
Desirable Skill Sets |
Languages - Java - J2SE and J2EE, .NET Web Technologies - CSS, HTML, jQuery, JavaScript, Bootstrap, AngularJS/Angular2/ NodeJS/ ReactJS Communication frameworks - Restful web service, Micro services Databases - RDBMS Basic Knowledge in Java technology/ .net technology and web services(REST,SOAP) Basic Knowledge on Java Script Good communication skill in English and Hindi |
Job profile |
Design, develop, evaluate, and maintain applications, electronic systems and components applying the principles of engineering and technology. Configure, monitor, manage, troubleshoot, administration of systems, applications, databases, servers Understand client requirements & specifications and development of applications; define, design, optimize and ship new features for better performance delivery. Developing effective maintenance, testing, and quality control procedures. Work in a collaborative, innovative, flexible, and team-oriented environment Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency Work on bug fixing and improving application performance Technical writing, collaborating to create innovative content ideas ability to use data driver insights to generate superlative material |
Consolidated salary |
Rs. 34,000/- per month |
Post |
Project Engineer- Experienced |
Post Code |
CDACC/PE/CHN/02 |
No. of Posts |
17 (Seventeen) UR-09, SC-2, ST-1, OBC-4, EWS-1 |
Location |
Chennai |
Upper age limit |
45 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
Educational qualification |
B.E/ B. Tech with 60% or equivalent CGPA |
Post qualification relevant experience |
Min 1 Year |
Desirable Skill Sets |
Backend & Java Ecosystem Languages & Frameworks: Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA Build & Version Control: Maven, Git Architecture: RESTful Web Services, Microservices (Java & Node.js) Security: Spring Boot Security, Secure Coding Practices Design: Design Patterns OR Frontend & Web Technologies Web Stack: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, Node.js, PHP Frameworks & Libraries: React, jQuery GIS Libraries: Leaflet, OpenLayers, React-Leaflet GIS & Geospatial GIS Knowledge Open Source GIS Tools: GeoServer, PostGIS OR Databases: PostgreSQL, PostGIS, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, Cassandra OR AI & Data Science Technologies: AI, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Image/Video Analysis Tools & Frameworks: TensorFlow, Keras, CUDA DNN, MATLAB OR Networking Managing Data Centre's Networks / Corporate Networks / Campus Network, Management of Network Devices like High end Routers, L3 Switches, Firewalls, IDS & IPS, UTMs, Network Administration, Adequate knowledge of BGP / VLANs / VPN / Ipv6 / TACACS+, MPLS VPN - WAN link monitoring Preferred: Cisco Certified - CCNA / CCNP OR Other Skills Messaging Tools: Apache Kafka, traditional messaging systems Methodologies: Agile (Scrum) Deployment: Cloud-based development and deployments Databases: RDBMS, NoSQL General: Web Technologies, Secure Coding, Messaging, Cloud-native skills |
Job profile |
Design, develop, evaluate, and maintain applications, electronic systems and components applying the principles of engineering and technology. Configure, monitor, manage, troubleshoot, administration of systems, applications, databases, servers. Understand client requirements & specifications and development of applications; define, design, optimize and ship new features for better performance delivery. Developing effective maintenance, testing, and quality control procedures. Work in a collaborative, innovative, flexible, and team-oriented environment Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
|
Consolidated salary |
Rs. 40,000/- per month (Salary offer shall commensurate to qualification & relevant experience as per CDAC policy) |
Post |
Senior Project Engineer |
Post Code |
CDACC/SPE/CHN/03 |
No. of Posts |
04 (Four)- OBC-1, UR- 3 |
Location |
Chennai |
Upper age limit |
40 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
Educational qualification |
B.E/ B. Tech with 60% or equivalent CGPA Specialization : Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Electronics & Communication/ Electrical & Electronics |
Post qualification relevant experience |
Min 4 years |
Desired Skill Sets |
Backend & Java Ecosystem Languages & Frameworks: Java, Spring, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA Build & Version Control: Maven, Git Architecture: RESTful Web Services, Microservices (Java & Node.js) Security: Spring Boot Security, Secure Coding Practices Design: Design Patterns OR Frontend & Web Technologies Web Stack: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, Node.js, PHP Frameworks & Libraries: React, jQuery GIS Libraries: Leaflet, OpenLayers, React-Leaflet GIS & Geospatial GIS Knowledge Open Source GIS Tools: GeoServer, PostGIS OR Databases: PostgreSQL, PostGIS, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, Cassandra OR Networking Managing Data Centre's Networks / Corporate Networks / Campus Network, Management of Network Devices like High end Routers, L3 Switches, Firewalls, IDS & IPS, UTMs, Network Administration, Adequate knowledge of BGP / VLANs / VPN / Ipv6 / TACACS+, MPLS VPN - WAN link monitoring Preferred: Cisco Certified - CCNA / CCNP OR Other Skills Messaging Tools: Apache Kafka, traditional messaging systems Methodologies: Agile (Scrum) Deployment: Cloud-based development and deployments Databases: RDBMS, NoSQL General: Web Technologies, Secure Coding, Messaging, Cloud-native skills |
Job profile |
Managing a small team; Design and develop systems and applications, dealing with ambiguities and resolving the problem, providing directions collaborate with other teams, Communication with users and other technical teams Management to collect requirements, evaluate alternatives and describe product strategy, technical designs, and product features. Determines operational feasibility by evaluating analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions. Identifying and analyzing user requirements Prioritizing, assigning and executing tasks throughout the software development life cycle |
Consolidated salary |
Rs. 60,000/- per month (Salary offer shall commensurate to qualification & relevant experience as per CDAC policy) |
Post |
Project Officer (Marketing) |
Post Code |
CDACC/PO/CHN/04 |
No. of Posts |
01 (UR) |
Location |
Chennai |
Upper age limit |
50 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
Educational qualification |
Two Year Full time MBA in Marketing, combined with a B.E/B.Tech background |
Post qualification relevant experience |
03 Years |
Desirable Skill Sets |
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong computer and Internet skills Proficiency in Word, Excel, Power Point Ability to develop sound, credible reciprocal relations with industry Positive attitude, proactive nature and strong optimism Preparation of Social media Communication strategy, Brand building and digital marketing campaigns, Conducting promotional activities of PG Diploma courses of C-DAC |
Job profile |
Conducting promotional activities of PG Diploma courses Social media marketing and preparation of Social media communication strategy Brand building and Digital marketing campaigns etc Creating content and promotional materials Marketing activities and conducting placement drives of students of PG Diploma courses of C-DAC To have close liaison with industry for placement of students To work in consultation with Training Coordinator, Industry “ Institute Interaction for organizing Lectures from the professionals of Industry etc. |
Consolidated salary |
Rs. 31,000/- Per Month |
Post |
Project Technician |
Post Code |
CDACC/PT/CHN/05 |
No. of Posts |
15 (UR-7, SC-3, OBC-4, EWS-1) |
Location |
Chennai |
Upper age limit |
30 Years (Relaxation as per rules) |
Educational qualification |
ITI or Diploma in Engineering or B.Sc (Comp Science/Electronics/IT)/ BCA |
Post qualification relevant experience |
ITI - 3 years; Diploma in Engineering - 1 year; B.Sc/BCA. - 1 year |
Desirable Skill Sets |
Networking, Linux OS, System Maintenance, Hardware Assembly and Software Setup, Understanding of Computer components |
Job profile |
Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team Good Communication in English and Hindi Basic knowledge in Network concepts and management Basic knowledge of Linux OS Exposure to formal methods, formal verification of software/hardware systems Good debugging, problem solving / analytical skills Any Linux Certification will be an added advantage |
Consolidated salary |
Rs. 26,910/- Per Month |
Instruction to Candidates:-
- Before appearing for the Walk-in/Online interview the Candidates should read General Terms and Conditions carefully.
- Candidates should bring the complete application form along with a latest photograph affixed on it, one page write up and one valid photo id proof having date of birth.
- Candidates should bring original certificates and a set of photocopy of the following documents at the time of Interview/ Certificate Verification/Joining:
i. Qualification: Certificates & Mark sheets of 10th, 12th, Graduation, Post-Graduation, any other relevant qualification. ii. Age Proof Document, ID Proof (PAN Card/ Aadhar Card) iii. Experience Certificates starting from first to last Organization. iv. Document proof for present employment. NOC from current employer (applicable for candidates working in Central/ State Govt. /PSUs /Govt. Autonomous bodies) v. Caste Certificates in case of SC/ST & Non- Creamy Layer for OBC vi. Medical Certificate in case of PwD vii. Income & Asset certificate in case of Economically Weaker Section (EWS) viii. For other categories claiming any reservation/relaxation, relevant document as per notification |
- Candidates who fail to submit any requisite document as mentioned above, his/her candidature/appointment shall be liable to be cancelled/terminated as the case may be.
- Candidates working in Central/ State Govt./ Autonomous Bodies/ PSUs are required to produce 'No Objection Certificate' from their parent organization.
- Candidates are advised not to carry your mobile/any such kind of gadgets during the course of interview.
General Terms & Conditions:
- All applicants must fulfil the essential requirements of the post and other conditions stipulated in the advertisement as on last date of registration. They are advised to satisfy themselves before appearing interview that they possess at least the essential qualifications laid down for the post as on last date of registration. No enquiry asking for advice as to eligibility will be entertained.
- Candidates in the last semester, who would complete the course before the appointment can also apply. However, if selected, the joining shall be after passing such examination with required min. score only.
- The candidates alone are responsible for the authenticity of information provided by them. Any wrong information provided will make them automatically disqualified for the interview, irrespective of their selection process.
- Candidates are required to appear for the interview at their own cost.
- C-DAC is involved in projects at various location across the India, hence a selected candidate may be deputed or transferred from one project to another as per organizational requirement at any project location across in India.
- Canvassing in any manner and bringing outside influence shall be a disqualification for selection.
- C-DAC reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of posts or not to recruit against any post notified in this notification at its discretion without any notice/notification.
Reservations:
- Reservation for SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWSs will be applicable as per Govt. of India norms, as applicable to C-DAC.
- Candidates belonging to reserved categories should produce the original certificates at the time of certificate verification, if called for, issued by competent authority in the prescribed format as stipulated by DoPT Government of India, failing which such candidates will not be allowed to attend the selection process against reserved posts and will not be allowed to claim the benefits of reservation.
- In case of candidates belonging to OBC category, certificate in the format prescribed by Government of India which specifically contain the clause that the candidate does not belong to creamy layer section is required to be produced. The OBC candidates who belong to "CREAMY LAYER" are not entitled for OBC concession and such candidates have to indicate their category as "General/Unreserved".
- The candidates applying under PwD category are required to submit the Disability Certificate in the format prescribed by Government of India, Department of Personnel and Training vide OM No.36035/3/2004-Estt (Res) dated 29.12.2005 as amended from time to time. Candidates having disability of 40% or more only are eligible for reservation under PwD category.
- The candidates applying under Economically Weaker Sections (EWSs) category are required to submit Income and Asset Certificate issued by a Competent Authority in the prescribed format as given in Annexure-I of DoPT OM No. 36039/1/2019-Estt (Res) dated 31st January 2019 as amended / modified from time to time.
Relaxation/ Age Limit:
- The date for determining the upper age limit, qualifications and experience shall be the last date of registration.
- SSLC/SSC/ISC mark sheet/certificate and any other valid document will be considered as proof of date of birth.
- The application of the candidates not meeting the prescribed age criteria will be rejected/cancelled without any prior intimation.
- Applicants belonging to the reserved category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS)/ PWD/ Ex-servicemen/ would be eligible for relaxations as per rules.
- Government employees will be eligible for relaxation in age by 5 years including other age relaxations as per rules.
- As per GOI provisions, age relaxation up to 05 years (including all other age relaxations) is applicable for Widows, Divorced Women and Women Judicially separated from Husbands who are not remarried. Candidates eligible for age relaxation under this category would be required to produce following documentary evidence:
I. In case of Widow, Death Certificate of her husband together with the Affidavit that she has not remarried since. II. In case of divorced Women and Women judicially separated from their husbands, a certified copy of the judgment/decree of the appropriate court to prove the fact of divorce or the judicial separation, as the case may be, with an affidavit in respect of divorced women that they have not remarried since. |
- Age relaxation to PwD category: Age relaxation as per Government of India instructions is allowed (including all other age relaxation in respect of the posts reserved for them) to blind, deaf-mute and orthopedically handicapped persons for appointment to Below Group 'A' posts/services. The persons claiming age relaxation under this category would be required to produce a certificate in prescribed proforma in support of their claims clearly indicating that the degree of physical disability is 40% or more. In any case, the appointment of these candidates will be subject to their being found medically fit in accordance with the standards of medical fitness as prescribed by the Government for the respective posts to be filled by Direct Recruitment by Selection.
- The Economically Weaker Sections' Certificate should be strictly in the format prescribed by DoPT. The format is available on the website www.persmin.nic.in.
- For Candidates claiming, SC/ST/OBC/PwD/EWS status, Original Caste Certificate/Valid OBC Non Creamy layer Certificate/Medical certificate/Income and Asset certificate as the case may be, from the Competent Authority in the format prescribed for Central Government Offices, need to submit at the time of Certificate verification/Joining.
Qualification:
- In respect of equivalent clause in essential qualifications, submission of equivalency certificate duly authenticated by the appropriate authority is mandatory at the time of Certificate verification/Joining and the onus for submitting the same purely rests upon the candidates, failing which the application is liable to be rejected.
- Wherever CGPA/OGPA or letter grade in a qualifying degree is awarded, equivalent percentage of marks should be indicated in the application form as per norms adopted by the respective University/Institute. Please also obtain a certificate to this effect from University / Institute, which shall be required at the time of Certificate verification/Joining.
Experience:
- Only those experiences which are relevant and acquired after the passing date of the qualifying qualification will be considered. The decision of C-DAC in this regard will be final and binding.
- Academy/Teaching/Research work, experience in non-profit organization, internship/project work placements are part of academic curriculum and will not be considered as experience, unless specified.
- The period of experience rendered by a candidate on part time basis, daily wages, visiting/ guest faculty / trainee / intern will not be counted while calculating the valid experience.
- Candidate should possess experience certificates/documents issued by the previous and present employer clearly indicating period of employment, salary drawn and post held.
- The decision of C-DAC with respect to experience will be final. Work experience indicated without supporting documents will not be considered and is liable to be rejected/cancelled without any prior intimation.
- The consolidated salary mentioned is for the starting pay for the minimum experience required for the said post. Candidates with higher experience commensurate with the experience bracket given shall be offered additional increment as per C-DAC policy.
- Years of experience, over and above the maximum range notified in the advertisement, will not be considered for calculating higher pay.
Important points to note
- It is the responsibility of the candidates to assess his/her own eligibility for the post for which he/she is attending in accordance with the advertisement. In case, it is found at any point of time in future during the process of selection or even after appointment that the candidate was not eligible as per prescribed qualification, experience etc., which could not be detected at the time of selection due to whatever circumstances, his/her candidature/appointment shall be liable to be cancelled/terminated as the case may be.
- Selected candidates will be eligible to apply for different / higher posts, on contract on consolidated pay basis, against internal notifications issued from time to time, as per CDAC policy.
- In case of internal candidates, please note that, selected candidates will have to resign from the existing services in order to join the post as fresh employees.
- All queries pertaining to recruitment including selection process should be addressed to our recruitment team only through chn-rct@cdac.in
- Candidates must be in sound health and ready to undergo Pre- Employment Medical Examination as per C-DAC norms.
- At the time of Certificate Verification/Joining they should bring original certificates of qualifications and experience and a self-attested photocopy of the same. SC / ST/ OBC/EWS candidates should submit necessary certificates issued by competent authority in the prescribed format as stipulated by Government of India amended from time to time, failing which he/she will not be allowed to claim the relaxations applicable in case of reservation.
- In case any ambiguity/dispute arises on account of interpretation of version other than English, English version will prevail.
- Kindly note that the Centre has not authorized any agent/ agency for representing C-DAC for anything related to recruitment or its processes.
- All the posts will be filled as per the Recruitment Rules or guidelines of C-DAC.
- The person selected for contract appointment will not have any claim or right for his/her continuity in service, regularization or automatic extension of the term of contract.
- These posts are transferable from one project to another.
- NO INTERIM ENQUIRY OR CORRESPONDANCE WILL BE ENTERTAINED.
Contact for Recruitment Queries:
Email: chn-rct@cdac.in
Walk-in Venue:
HR Department
C-DAC Chennai, Tidel Park, 8th Floor,
Block (North & South), No. 4,
Rajiv Gandhi Salai, Taramani, Chennai “ 600113
 Phone: +91-44-22542226/7 | Fax: +91-44-22542294
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