Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) has released the official notification inviting applications from interested and eligible candidates for Scientist-B/C posts. Multiple vacancies are available across Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) and Information Security (Infosec) domains.
Candidates holding B.E./B.Tech, M.E./M.Tech, M.Sc, or PhD in relevant disciplines can apply for these posts. The online application process started on 4th April 2026 and will continue until 3rd May 2026. Check complete details including eligibility, vacancy distribution, salary, selection process, and application steps before applying.
Overview of C-DOT Scientist B/C Recruitment 2026
All the important details regarding this recruitment are given in the table below.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) |
| Advt No. | C-DOT/HR/REC/2026/03/01 |
| Post Name | Scientist-B/C |
| No. of Posts | Multiple |
| Category | Government |
| Job Type | Technical / Research |
| Job Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection Process | Two-Level Interview (Online + Offline) |
| Pay Level | Level 10/11 (7th CPC) |
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
Important Dates
The registration process for C-DOT Scientist B/C recruitment has started from 4th April 2026. Refer to the table below for the important schedule.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Detailed Notification Release | 4th April 2026 |
| Apply Online Start Date | 4th April 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 3rd May 2026 |
Vacancy Details of C-DOT Scientist B/C Recruitment 2026
PQC & Hardware Domain
| Post / Domain | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Platform Software & Applications on Bare Metal Hardware | 2 |
| FPGA Design & Implementation for Cryptography | 2 |
| Fault Analysis for Cryptography | 1 |
| Side Channel Analysis for Cryptography | 1 |
| Cryptographic Systems Testing & Validation | 1 |
| PQC Algorithms Theory & Mathematical Proofs | 1 |
| Hardware Board Design Engineer | 1 |
| R&D Project Management Executive | 1 |
Infosec Domain
| Role | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Incident Investigator | 3 |
| Security Engineer | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria of C-DOT Scientist B/C Vacancies
Educational Qualification:
For PQC & Hardware Domain:
- B.E./B.Tech in ECE/CS/EE/EI/IT/VLSI/Embedded Systems or allied areas
OR - M.E./M.Tech in ECE/CS/EE/EI/IT/VLSI/Communication Engineering/Software Systems/Embedded/Optical Communication or allied areas
OR - PhD in relevant areas under the domain of the post
- Minimum 60% marks throughout academics
For Infosec Domain:
- B.Tech / B.E. / M.Tech / M.E. in Computer Science / Information Technology / Cyber Security / Electronics / Electronics & Communication
OR - M.Sc in Computer Science / Information Technology / Cyber Security / Cyber Forensics
For R&D Project Management Executive:
- B.E./B.Tech in ECE/CS/IT/EE/EI/VLSI or allied areas
OR - M.Sc in Physics/Electronics/IT/Maths or allied areas
OR - MCA
AND - Post-graduate qualification such as MBA/PGDM in Project Management/IT/Finance or allied areas
Experience Requirement:
- Minimum 2 years of industry or academic experience required for most posts
- Experience is not mandatory for candidates having a PhD
- Incident Investigator requires 2 to 7 years of work experience
Age Limit:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 35 Years |
| Reserved Categories | Age relaxation as per Government norms |
Selection Process of C-DOT Scientist B/C Recruitment 2026
The selection process includes two interview stages:
- First-Level Interview – Online
- Second-Level Interview – Offline / In-person
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in both interview stages.
Salary Structure of C-DOT Scientist B/C Posts
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (approx.) |
| Level 11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 (approx.) |
Application Process for C-DOT Scientist B/C Recruitment 2026
Candidates must follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the official website of C-DOT.
- Click on the Careers section.
- Select the relevant Scientist-B/C notification.
- Click on Apply Online and complete registration.
- Fill personal, academic, and experience details carefully.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Submit the application form online.
- Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
C-DOT Official Notification
Official Advertisement Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF 1 || DOWNLOAD PDF 2
Official Website: www.cdot.in