The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has initiated the recruitment process for the position of Deputy Manager (Technical) through direct recruitment. A total of 60 vacancies have been announced, specifically for candidates with a background in Civil Engineering. The selection of candidates will be based on their scores in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026, conducted in the Civil Engineering discipline.
Vacancy Details and Reservation
According to the official notification, the distribution of the 60 posts is as follows: 26 posts are reserved for the Unreserved (UR) category, 16 for Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer), 9 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 4 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 5 for candidates from the Economically Weaker Section (EWS). Additionally, four posts have been reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), encompassing candidates with Hard of Hearing (HH), Specific Learning Disability (SLD), Mental Illness (MI), and Multiple Disabilities (MD).
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institute. Notably, candidates whose final degree results have not been declared by June 15, 2026, are also eligible to apply. The maximum age limit for applicants is 30 years as of the closing date of the application process. Age relaxation will be provided to reserved category candidates in accordance with Government of India rules.
Salary and Benefits
Selected candidates will be placed in Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix, with a salary range of Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500 per month, along with Central Dearness Allowance (CDA) and other allowances as per government norms.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply online through the official NHAI website. The online registration process commenced on May 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM, and the last date to submit the application form is June 15, 2026, until 6:00 PM.
Steps to Apply
- Visit the official NHAI website.
- Click on “About Us” and navigate to the “Recruitment” section.
- Open “Vacancies” and select “Current”.
- Click on the advertisement for “Deputy Manager (Technical) Recruitment 2026”.
- Read the notification carefully before starting the application process.
- Register using the required details and fill in the online application form.
- Upload the necessary documents as specified.
- Submit the application form online before June 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
- Download and keep a copy of the application acknowledgement for future reference.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for any updates or changes regarding the recruitment process. This is an excellent opportunity for Civil Engineering graduates seeking a career in the highway sector under a prestigious government organization.
