
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.
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 |
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 |
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 |
Educational Qualification:
For PQC & Hardware Domain:
For Infosec Domain:
For R&D Project Management Executive:
Experience Requirement:
Age Limit:
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| General | 35 Years |
| Reserved Categories | Age relaxation as per Government norms |
The selection process includes two interview stages:
Candidates will be shortlisted based on their performance in both interview stages.
| Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Level 10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (approx.) |
| Level 11 | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 (approx.) |
Candidates must follow these steps to apply:
No application fee has been mentioned in the notification.
Official Advertisement Notification: DOWNLOAD PDF 1 || DOWNLOAD PDF 2
Official Website: www.cdot.in






