C-DAC Recruitment 2025: Group A Scientific & Technical Posts on Deputation
The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), invites applications from experienced and talented officers working in Central/State Governments, PSUs, or Autonomous Bodies for various Group A Scientific & Technical posts on deputation basis.
📝 Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | CORP/GR.A/02/2025 |
| Organization | Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) |
| Type of Recruitment | Deputation (initially for 3 years) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Website | www.cdac.in |
| Start Date to Apply | 24 May 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 23 June 2025 (by 6:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit Hard Copy | 30 June 2025 |
| Max. Age Limit | 56 years (as on 23 June 2025) |
📌 Vacancy Details
| Post | Pay Level | Vacancies | Eligibility (Experience in Level) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist D | Level 12 (₹78,800–2,09,200) | 47 | Analogous post or 4 years in Level 11 |
| Scientist E | Level 13 (₹1,23,100–2,15,900) | 11 | Analogous post or 4 years in Level 12 |
| Scientist F | Level 13A (₹1,31,100–2,16,600) | 5 | Analogous post or 5 years in Level 13 |
🎓 Educational Qualification (for all posts)
Candidates must have one of the following in a relevant discipline:
First Class B.E/B.Tech/MCA or equivalent
Postgraduate in Engineering/Technology
First Class Postgraduate Degree in relevant discipline
Ph.D. in relevant discipline
🧠 Experience Requirements
| Qualification | Scientist D | Scientist E | Scientist F |
|---|---|---|---|
| BE/BTech/MCA | 7 years | 11 years | 16 years |
| PG in Engg/Tech | 5 years | 9 years | 14 years |
| PG in relevant domain | 7 years | 11 years | 16 years |
| Ph.D. | 4 years | 8 years | 13 years |
Strategic Job Roles and Domains (Examples)
Here are a few high-impact roles to give a sense of the strategic nature of the work:
🔹 Scientist F – Applied AI & Data Analytics (Delhi)
Role: Lead AI teams solving real-world problems in healthcare, e-governance, and diagnostics.
Skills: Deep learning (PyTorch, TensorFlow), AI model deployment, regulatory-aware health tech, team leadership.
🔹 Scientist E – Quantum Computing (Bengaluru)
Role: Architect next-gen quantum-HPC hybrid systems, mentor R&D teams, drive IP generation.
Skills: Quantum firmware, embedded systems, quantum algorithms, post-quantum crypto.
🔹 Scientist D – Cyber Security (Delhi, Bengaluru, Chennai)
Role: Penetration testing, forensic investigation, secure application development, compliance.
Skills: CEH, vulnerability scanning, SIEM tools, DevSecOps, Java/Python/PHP.
🔹 Scientist D – Health Informatics (Mohali, Noida)
Role: Drive e-governance for digital health, standards design, API gateways, cloud deployment.
Skills: FHIR, ABDM, Microservices, .NET Core, Power BI, NoSQL + SQL systems.
🏢 Locations
Positions are available across multiple C-DAC centres:
Scientist D: Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mohali, Mumbai, Pune, Trivandrum (TVM), Noida
Scientist E: Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, Pune, TVM
Scientist F: Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, TVM
💼 Work Domains
Applicants should have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
AI/ML/DL Technologies
Health Informatics
Cyber Security / Forensics
Embedded Systems & IoT
Quantum Computing
High Performance Computing (HPC)
VLSI/FPGA Design
Software Development (Java, Spring, etc.)
System Administration
Dependable and Secure Computing
Project Management & Deployment
e-Governance
Power Electronics
Image Processing & GIS
Network/Communications
Robotics & Automation
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹1,000 |
| SC/ST/PWD/Female | Exempted |
Fee must be paid online. No refund under any circumstances.
📌 How to Apply
Visit www.cdac.in
Apply online between 24 May 2025 to 23 June 2025 (6 PM)
Upload required documents:
Photograph (≤ 400 KB, JPG)
Resume (≤ 1 MB, PDF)
Project write-up (≤ 1 MB, PDF)
Submit the online application
Forward printout via parent department along with:
Vigilance & Disciplinary Clearance
ACRs of last 5 years (attested)
Certificate in prescribed format
Send to:
🧾 General Conditions
Deputation governed by DoPT guidelines.
Period extendable beyond 3 years based on C-DAC’s discretion.
Applications with false claims will be rejected.
📢 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | 24 May 2025 |
| End of Online Application | 23 June 2025 (6:00 PM) |
| Last date to receive hard copy | 30 June 2025 |
| Eligibility Cut-off Date | 23 June 2025 |
🔗 Official Contact
Email: recruitment@cdac.in
Phone: 020-25503627 / 765
Send Hard Copy to,
Director (HRD),
Centre For Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC),
C-DAC Innovation Park, Panchvati, Pashan, Pune – 4110088
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