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:
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Design Engineer
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Project Engineer
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Project Associate
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Project Manager (Selective Posts)
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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
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Total Vacancies: 280 Posts
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Post-wise and location-wise vacancy details will be available in the official notification
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Locations may include: Pune, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Noida, Chennai, Thiruvananthapuram, etc.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess:
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BE/B.Tech/ME/M.Tech in relevant disciplines such as
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Computer Science
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IT
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Electronics & Communication
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Electrical
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Embedded Systems
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VLSI
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MCA/M.Sc in CS/IT/Electronics (for some posts)
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PhD or experience in R&D roles (for higher-level posts)
Additional Skills Preferred:
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Hands-on experience in design, simulation tools, embedded development, AI/ML, software engineering, or networking.
Age Limit
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Maximum Age (as on last date of application):
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Project Associate: Up to 30 years
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Project Engineer/Design Engineer: Up to 35 years
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Project Manager: Up to 50 years
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Age Relaxation:
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SC/ST: 5 years
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OBC: 3 years
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PwBD: 10 years
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Salary
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Design Engineer / Project Engineer: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000/- per month
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Project Associate: ₹30,000 – ₹40,000/- per month
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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:
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Written Test / Online Test (if required)
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Technical Interview
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HR Interview / Document Verification
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Final Merit List
For some posts, the selection may be done purely on the basis of academic and professional qualifications.
Application Fees
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No Application Fee is required for any category.
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CDAC does not charge any fee for technical posts.
Important Dates
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Notification Release: July 2025 (Expected)
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Start Date to Apply Online: 7th July 2025
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Last Date to Submit Application: 31st July 2025
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Interview/Written Exam Date: Will be notified via email or official website
Important Links
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Official Website: https://www.cdac.in
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for CDAC Design Engineer Recruitment 2025:
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Visit the official CDAC portal at https://www.cdac.in
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Go to the “Careers” or “Current Job Opportunities” section
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Click on the relevant job advertisement for Design Engineer or Technical Posts
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Register with your email and contact number
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Fill the online application form with accurate academic and experience details
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Upload scanned documents such as photograph, signature, degree certificates, and ID proof
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Submit the application form and download a copy for reference