NIELIT Recruitment 2026: 5 Vacancies for Project Engineer (IT) and other posts, Apply by 31 Jul
The last date for this recruitment has passed. Check the official website for any extension or new notice.
There are 5 openings for Project Engineer (IT) and other posts with National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai. The application window runs from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.
Below you will find the posts, pay, who can apply, the age limit, the fee, how candidates are selected and the official links.
NIELIT – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Engineer (IT) | 2 | ₹23,000 to ₹30,000 | Chennai |
| Project Associate | 1 | ₹32,000 | Chennai |
| Project Engineer (DevOps) | 1 | ₹35,000 | Chennai |
| Project Engineer (Information Security) | 1 | ₹35,000 | Chennai |
| Total Vacancies: | 5 |
NIELIT Recruitment – Eligibility
Each post asks for its own qualification. The table lists what National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai wants for every post, so match your certificates against it before you apply.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Project Engineer (IT) | B.E. OR B.Tech (CSE, IT, ECE) OR MCA OR M.Sc (CS, IT) OR DOEACC B Level or equivalent |
| Project Associate | B.E OR B.Tech (CSE, IT, ECE, Electrical, Electronics) OR M.Sc (CS, IT, Electronics, Physics) with First Class |
| Project Engineer (DevOps) | B.E OR B.Tech OR M.E OR M.Tech (ECE, CSE, IT) OR DOEACC B Level OR MCA OR M.Sc (CS) |
| Project Engineer (Information Security) | B.E OR B.Tech OR M.E OR M.Tech (ECE, CSE, IT) OR DOEACC B Level OR MCA OR M.Sc (CS) |
You also need to be within the age limit. Reserved categories usually get relaxation under government rules, and the notice says on which date age is counted.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Project Engineer (IT) | Max 45 years |
| Project Associate | Max 45 years |
| Project Engineer (DevOps) | Max 45 years |
| Project Engineer (Information Security) | Max 45 years |
The fee is not the same for everyone: General / OBC / EWS candidates pay ₹200; SC / ST candidates pay ₹200. Pay it in the way the notification says, and keep the payment receipt.
NIELIT will select candidates by online Application Scrutiny, online Interview, test. Keep your original documents ready for verification.
How to Apply for NIELIT Recruitment
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online |
Open the official website or the apply link below, register, fill in the form, upload your photo, signature and documents, pay the fee if it applies, and submit before 31 July 2026. Save a copy of the confirmation page.
Important Links
| Official notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| Apply online | Click Here |
| Official website | Click Here |
We write these details from the official notice. Mistakes can happen and dates can change, so check the official notification before you apply or pay any fee. This is not a government website.