NIELIT Recruitment 2026: Career Opportunities in Chennai

The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), Chennai has released an official notification for the recruitment of various contractual positions including Project Engineer, Project Associate, Business Development Executive, and Office Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with technical and administrative backgrounds to work with a premier institute under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).

Vacancy Details for NIELIT Recruitment 2026

A total of 07 vacancies have been announced across different specialized domains. The distribution is as follows:

• Project Engineer (IoT): 01 Post
• Project Associate (Training): 02 Posts
• Project Engineer (VLSI): 01 Post
• Project Engineer (Full Stack Development): 01 Post
• Business Development Executive: 01 Post
• Office Assistant: 01 Post

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must ensure they meet the educational and experience requirements before applying:

• Project Engineer (IoT/VLSI/Full Stack): B.E/B.Tech/M.E/M.Tech or MCA/M.Sc in relevant fields (CS/IT/Electronics) with specified experience.
• Project Associate (Training): B.E/B.Tech or M.Sc in Electronics/CS/IT/Physics with First Class.
• Business Development Executive: BE/B.Tech/M.Sc/MBA/MCA with 3 years of experience in training or placement coordination.
• Office Assistant: Matriculation (10th) with ITI in Electrical trade and 4 years of maintenance experience.

Salary and Remuneration

The selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary ranging from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 45,000, depending on the post and performance during the interview.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit for all applicants is 45 years as of the date of application. Standard age relaxations will apply as per Government of India norms.

Selection Process

The selection will be based on a multi-stage process to ensure the most qualified candidates are chosen:

1. Initial Screening of Applications
2. Shortlisting based on Qualifications/Experience
3. Online Interview or Written/Skill Test
4. Document Verification

Important Dates to Remember

• Notification Release Date: 15th May 2026
• Start Date to Apply Online: 15th May 2026
• Last Date for Submission: 29th May 2026
• Online Interview Commencement: 03rd June 2026

How to Apply for NIELIT Vacancy 2026

Follow these steps to submit your application successfully:

1. Visit the official NIELIT website or use the direct links provided below.
2. Carefully read the official notification PDF to verify your eligibility.
3. Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
4. Upload required documents including your photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
5. Pay the application fee of Rs. 200 via the online payment gateway.
6. Review and submit the form before the deadline.