The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. c15) to fill 05 Project Engineer (IT), Project Associate, Project Engineer (DevOps), Project Engineer (Information Security) vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai i.e. https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 17.07.2026 for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 31.07.2026.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications B.E/B.Tech, M.E/M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Chennai. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
NIELIT Chennai Recruitment 2026 Advertisement Download Link
NIELIT Chennai Recruitment 2026 Online Application Form Link
NIELIT Chennai Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: NIELIT – National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology, Chennai |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 05 Project Engineer (IT), Project Associate, Project Engineer (DevOps), Project Engineer (Information Security) Posts |
| Place of Posting: Chennai |
| Starting Date: 17.07.2026 |
| Last Date: 31.07.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in/ |
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Current NIELIT Chennai Job Openings:
- Project Engineer (IT) – 02 Posts
- Project Associate – 01 Post
- Project Engineer (DevOps) – 01 Post
- Project Engineer (Information Security) – 01 Post
NIELIT Chennai Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for NIELIT Chennai: (As on 31.07.2026)
- Project Engineer (IT) –
- Essential Qualification: B.E./B. Tech (CSE/IT/ECE)/MCA/M.Sc. (CS/IT)/ DOEACC ‘B’ Level or equivalent.
- Project Associate –
- Essential Qualification: B.E/ B. Tech. (Computer Science/Computer Engg/ Information Technology/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering/ Electronics and Instrumentation/ Electronics/Electronics & Communication), M.Sc (Computer Science/ Information Technology/ Electronics/ Applied Electronics/ Physics) or equivalent with First class from recognized university/institution.
- Project Engineer (DevOps) –
- Essential Qualification: B.E/ B.Tech/ M.E/M.Tech in Electronics & Communication/ Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology or DOEACC (Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Courses) B-level or MCA/ M.Sc in Computer Science with Good knowledge of Linux Server Administration, Expertise in various Development, Testing, Automation tools in container.
- Project Engineer (Information Security) –
- Essential Qualification: B.E/ B.Tech/ M.E/M.Tech in Electronics & Communication/ Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology or DOEACC (Department of Electronics and Accreditation of Computer Courses) B-level or MCA/ M.Sc in Computer Science with Good knowledge of Linux Server Administration and Cyber Security Fundamentals.
Age Limit for NIELIT Chennai: (As on 31.07.2026)
- Project Engineer (IT) – Not exceeding 45 Years
- Project Associate – Not exceeding 45 Years
- Project Engineer (DevOps) – Not exceeding 45 Years
- Project Engineer (Information Security) – Not exceeding 45 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for NIELIT Chennai:
- Project Engineer (IT) – Rs. 23,000/- toRs.30,000/-
- Project Associate – Rs.32,000/-
- Project Engineer (DevOps) – Rs.35,000/-
- Project Engineer (Information Security) – Rs.35,000/-
Method of Selection for NIELIT Chennai:
- Shortlisting
- Online test
- Interview
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 17.07.2026 and 31.07.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai website https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 17.07.2026
- Closing Date of online application portal: 31.07.2026
NIELIT Chennai Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of NIELIT Chennai: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for NIELIT Chennai: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for NIELIT Chennai: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is NIELIT Chennai positions a permanent job?
No, its a Contract Basis Job.
What is the last date to apply for Project Engineer recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit your online application for the NIELIT Chennai positions is 31.07.2026. The online application portal opened on 17.07.2026.
Where will the selected candidates be posted?
The official place of posting for all the 05 positions will be Chennai. Eligible candidates possessing a B.E/ B.Tech/ M.E/M.Tech can apply exclusively via the online mode.
What is the selection process for NIELIT Chennai positions?
The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Shortlisting, Interview
