Introduction
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) has released the CDAC Design Engineer Recruitment 2025 Notification for 280 vacancies. This recruitment is for multiple technical and engineering roles in CDAC’s R&D and design divisions across India. Candidates with backgrounds in computer science, electronics, IT, and allied engineering fields can apply online through CDAC’s official portal. This is an excellent opportunity for engineers to work on national-level innovation, product development, and research.
Post Details
CDAC invites applications for various technical positions including:
Design Engineer
Project Engineer
Project Associate
Project Manager (Selective Posts)
Technical Officer
Note: Most of these posts are on a contractual basis for a fixed term, typically 2–3 years, extendable based on project needs.
Number of Posts
Total Vacancies: 280 Posts
Post-wise and location-wise vacancy details will be available in the official notification
Locations may include: Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Noida, Chennai, Thiruvananthapuram, etc.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech in relevant disciplines such as
Computer Science
IT
Electronics & Communication
Electrical
Embedded Systems
VLSI
MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT/Electronics (for some posts)
PhD or experience in R&D roles (for higher-level posts)
Additional Skills Preferred:
Hands-on experience in design, simulation tools, embedded development, AI/ML, software engineering, or networking.
Age Limit
Maximum Age (as on last date of application):
Project Associate: Up to 30 years
Project Engineer/Design Engineer: Up to 35 years
Project Manager: Up to 50 years
Age Relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years
Salary
Design Engineer / Project Engineer: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000/- per month
Project Associate: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000/- per month
Project Manager / Technical Officer: ₹90,000 – ₹1,20,000/- per month
Exact salary depends on post level, experience, and location
Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
Written Test / Online Test (if required)
Technical Interview
HR Interview / Document Verification
Final Merit List
For some posts, the selection may be done purely on the basis of academic and professional qualifications.
Application Fees
No Application Fee is required for any category.
CDAC does not charge any fee for technical posts.
Important Dates
Notification Release: July 2025 (Expected)
Start Date to Apply Online: 7th July 2025
Last Date to Submit Application: 31st July 2025
Interview/Written Exam Date: Will be notified via email or official website
Important Links
Official Website: https://www.cdac.in
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for CDAC Design Engineer Recruitment 2025:
Visit the official CDAC portal at https://www.cdac.in
Go to the “Careers” or “Current Job Opportunities” section
Click on the relevant job advertisement for Design Engineer or Technical Posts
Register with your email and contact number
Fill the online application form with accurate academic and experience details
Upload scanned documents such as photograph, signature, degree certificates, and ID proof
Submit the application form and download a copy for reference