NIELIT Recruitment 2026: Project Engineer and Project Associate Posts - Online Apply

Age Limit

• Not exceeding 45 years. Age relaxation as per government norms.

Eligibility Details

Project Engineer (IT)

• B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT/ECE) or MCA/M.Sc (CS/IT) or DOEACC ‘B’ Level or equivalent.

Project Associate

• B.E./B.Tech (CS/CE/IT/Electrical & Electronics/ Electronics/ Instrumentation) or M.Sc (Computer Science/ IT/ Electronics/ Applied Electronics/ Physics) or equivalent with first-class marks.

Project Engineer (DevOps)

• B.E./B.Tech or M.E./M.Tech in ECE/CS/IT or MCA/M.Sc in CS with knowledge of Linux server administration and experience with development, testing, and automation tools in containers.

Project Engineer (Information Security)

• B.E./B.Tech/M.E./M.Tech in ECE/CS/IT or MCA/M.Sc in CS with knowledge of Linux server administration and cybersecurity fundamentals.

Important Dates

• Application Availability: 17 July 2026
• Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
• Online Interview Start Date: 04 August 2026

Application Fee

All Categories: Rs. 200/- (Non-Refundable)

How to Apply

1. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
2. Submit the online application on or before 31-07-2026 via the Official Apply Online link.
3. Keep handy scanned copies of photo, signature, and educational certificates as required.
4. Pay the application fee online (if applicable).
5. Review all details before submitting and save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Selection Process

• Online Interview or Test
• Verification of essential qualifications and experience

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in/rect_17-07_2026_to_31_07_2026.pdf
• Apply Online: https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in
• Official Website: https://www.nielit.gov.in/