C-DAC Pune Recruitment 2025: 99 Contractual Positions for Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, Project Managers, and Officers

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Pune has announced online applications for various contractual positions at multiple levels across Pune and other locations in India. C-DAC, a premier R&D organization under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, is a leading institution in Information, Communications Technologies, and Electronics (ICT&E). It has been at the forefront of research and development, technology innovation, and product deployment in India, contributing to national initiatives and strengthening technological capabilities across multiple domains.

C-DAC Pune is inviting applications from highly skilled and motivated candidates for Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager, Project Officer, and other specialized positions in domains such as Software Development, AI/ML, Quantum Computing, HPC, Embedded Systems, Network Administration, System Administration, DevOps, Database Administration, UI/UX Design, and more. These positions are purely contractual and offer an exciting opportunity to work in a high-end research and development environment on cutting-edge technologies.

Important Dates

• Start of Online Application: October 1, 2025, 08:00 hrs
• Last Date to Apply Online: October 20, 2025, 23:59 hrs
• Interview Dates: Will be communicated via email only

Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Vacancy Details

C-DAC Pune is offering a total of 99 contractual positions across multiple domains and locations.

Total Vacancies: 99

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

• Candidates must have completed their degrees from AICTE/UGC-approved institutions or recognized universities.
• Candidates in the final semester who are awaiting results may also apply; however, they must produce proof of passing before joining.
• The minimum qualification varies depending on the post and domain specialization.

Experience:

• Relevant post-qualification experience, where specified, is required.
• Academic projects, internships, and non-professional experience will not be counted as experience unless explicitly mentioned.
• Candidates must provide experience certificates from previous employers stating the position, duration, and salary drawn.

Age Limit:

• Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PwD and Ex-servicemen as per Government of India rules.
• Government employees may receive a 5-year relaxation in age.
• The cut-off date for age calculation is the last date of application submission.

Pay Scale

• The positions are contractual, with consolidated emoluments.
• Pay is determined based on post, experience, and C-DAC policy.
• These positions do not provide permanent employment or additional benefits like PF, Gratuity, or HRA.
• Contract may be extended based on performance and project requirements.

Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting is based on academic records, domain expertise, and other parameters specified in the online application.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection processes.
• The selection process may include written tests, interviews, or skill assessments, depending on the post.
• Final selection is subject to verification of original documents.
• Any misinformation or false documentation may lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.

Application Process

1. Applications must be submitted online via the official C-DAC portal.
2. Candidates should have a valid email ID and mobile number active until the completion of the selection process.
3. Scanned photograph (.jpg, max 400 KB) and resume (.pdf, max 500 KB) must be uploaded.
4. After submission, a unique application number will be generated; candidates should retain this for reference.
5. No hard copies are required unless applying through Government/PSU channels, in which case a No Objection Certificate (NOC) may be needed.
6. Candidates are responsible for ensuring eligibility before applying.

Important Notes

• C-DAC reserves the right to increase or decrease posts or cancel recruitment for any post.
• Multiple applications are allowed but must be submitted separately for each post.
• C-DAC does not charge any application fee.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending interviews or written tests.
• Canvassing or misrepresentation will result in disqualification.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check updates on the C-DAC portal for notifications or corrigenda.