National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai has released a recruitment notification for engagement of Project Engineer and Project Associate posts on a purely temporary contractual basis. Online applications are invited for a total of 5 posts. Interested candidates can apply online from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.
NIELIT Chennai Project Engineer Recruitment 2026
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Organization |
National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai |
|---|---|
| Post Name |
Project Engineer & Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies |
5 Posts |
| Job Type |
Contractual (Temporary) – 1 Year |
| Consolidated Emolument |
₹23,000/- to ₹35,000/- (Post-wise) |
| Age Limit |
Not exceeding 45 years |
| Selection Process |
Online Interview / Test |
| Application Fee |
₹200/- (All Categories) |
| Last Date |
31 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
✅ NIELIT Chennai Vacancy Details 2026:
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S.No |
Post Name |
No. of Posts |
Consolidated Emolument |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Project Engineer (IT) |
02 |
₹23,000 – ₹30,000 |
|
2 |
Project Associate |
01 |
Upto ₹32,000 |
|
3 |
Project Engineer (DevOps) |
01 |
Upto ₹35,000 |
|
4 |
Project Engineer (Information Security) |
01 |
Upto ₹35,000 |
|
Total |
05 |
- | |
✅ NIELIT Project Engineer Eligibility Criteria 2026:
| S.No | Post Name | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Project Engineer (IT) |
Max 45 Years |
B.E./B.Tech (CSE/IT/ECE) / MCA / M.Sc (CS/IT) / DOEACC ‘B’ Level or equivalent |
|
2 |
Project Associate |
Max 45 Years |
B.E/B.Tech (CSE/IT/ECE/Electrical/Electronics) / M.Sc (CS/IT/Electronics/Physics) with First Class |
|
3 |
Project Engineer (DevOps) |
Max 45 Years |
B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (ECE/CSE/IT) / DOEACC ‘B’ Level / MCA / M.Sc (CS) |
|
4 |
Project Engineer (Information Security) |
Max 45 Years |
B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech (ECE/CSE/IT) / DOEACC ‘B’ Level / MCA / M.Sc (CS) |
✅ NIELIT Chennai Selection Process 2026:
- Online Application Scrutiny
- Online Interview / Test
✅ Application Fee:
- ₹200/- for all categories (Non-Refundable)
- Payment Mode: Online / Net Banking / UPI
✅ Important Dates – NIELIT Project Engineer Recruitment 2026:
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Event |
Date |
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Online Registration Starts |
17 July 2026 |
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Last Date to Apply Online |
31 July 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
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Date of Online Interview |
From 04 August 2026 onwards |
✅ Important Links:
| NIELIT Chennai Project Engineer Recruitment 2026 Detailed Advertisement | View Detailed Notification |
| Apply Online for NIELIT Project Engineer Posts 2026 | Apply Online |
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✅ How to Apply for NIELIT Project Engineer Recruitment 2026:
Candidates must apply Online Only through the official NIELIT Chennai recruitment portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://rect.nielitchennai.edu.in
➢ Step 2: Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully.
➢ Step 4: Upload self-attested copies of certificates, photograph, and resume.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee of ₹200/- online.
➢ Step 6: Submit the application before 31 July 2026 (5:00 PM).
➢ Step 7: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in NIELIT Chennai Recruitment 2026?
A total of 5 posts are available (Project Engineer & Project Associate).
What is the age limit for NIELIT Project Engineer posts?
The maximum age limit is 45 years.
What is the application fee for NIELIT Chennai Recruitment?
The application fee is ₹200/- for all categories.
What is the last date to apply for NIELIT Project Engineer Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply online is 31 July 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
What is the nature of the job?
All posts are purely on a temporary contractual basis for a period of one year.
How will the selection be done?
Selection will be done through Online Interview/Test.