NHAI Depty Manager(Technical) Recruitment 2026
The application form is open for tThe NHAI Deputy Manager (Technical) Recruitment 2026 the whole process is fully online. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) will recruit for 40 vacancies (Deputy Manager Technical – Civil Engineering) on a direct recruitment basis through a valid GATE 2025 score (no separate written exam or interview).
NHAI Deputy Manager Technical Civil vacancy 2026
| Category | Vacancies |
| UR | 20 |
| OBC | 9 |
| SC | 5 |
| ST | 2 |
| EWS | 4 |
| Total | 40 |
- Pay Scale: Level-10 of Pay Matrix (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) + Central Dearness Allowance (CDA) and other allowances.
Eligibility:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university/institute.
- Valid GATE 2025 score in Civil Engineering (CE paper).
- Age: Not exceeding 30 years as on the closing date (relaxations: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD up to 10 years, ex-servicemen as per rules).
Important Dates:
- Online Registration Opens: January 9, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: February 9, 2026 (06:00 PM IST)
Selection Process: Purely on the basis of GATE 2025 score in Civil Engineering (merit list prepared accordingly; no additional test).
Interview-NHAI may conduct the interview for the shortlisted candidates
Service Bond: Selected candidates must execute a bond of ₹5 lakhs for serving NHAI for at least 3 years (or pay the amount if resigning/terminated for misconduct within 3 years).
NHAI Deputy Manager Technical 2026 Last Date February 9
Applying Steps
- Visit the official NHAI website: https://nhai.gov.in
- Navigate to: About Us → Recruitment → Vacancies → Current.
- Find the advertisement titled “Deputy Manager (Technical)” (or similar; released Jan 9, 2026).
- Click on “Online Application” or the direct apply link (leads to the vacancy portal: https://vacancyportal.nhai.org/DeputyMgrGateCivil/UserManager/User/index.aspx or similar – use the one shown on the site).
- Register if new (provide basic details to generate login credentials) or login if already registered.
- Fill the online form carefully: Personal details, educational qualifications, GATE 2025 details (score, roll no., etc.), category, etc.
- Upload required documents (scanned in JPG/JPEG/PNG/GIF, size limits apply):
- Recent passport-size color photograph (not exceeding 1 MB).
- Signature.
- GATE 2025 scorecard (PDF).
- Category/PwBD certificates (if applicable).
- Other supporting docs as mentioned.
- Preview the form, make corrections if needed.
- Pay the application fee (if any – check notification; often exempted for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-servicemen).
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page for records.
Direct Apply Portal (from official sources): Access via nhai.gov.in → Recruitment section, or use the vacancy portal link provided in the advertisement.
Official Notification PDF: Download the detailed advertisement from https://nhai.gov.in/nhai/sites/default/files/vacancy_files/DM-Technical-Detailed-Advt.pdf (8-page PDF with full eligibility, terms, and instructions).
Important Notes:
- Apply only through the official NHAI portal—avoid third-party sites.
- No hard copy/postal applications accepted.
- Keep your GATE 2025 scorecard ready (mandatory upload).
- For queries: Refer to the notification or contact NHAI recruitment help (details in PDF).
- The number of posts may vary slightly as per NHAI requirements.
FAQs
It’s a direct recruitment drive by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) for 40 posts of Deputy Manager (Technical) in Civil Engineering, filled purely based on valid GATE 2025 score (no separate exam or interview).
40 posts (UR: 20, OBC: 9, SC: 5, ST: 2, EWS: 4). Includes 2 reserved for PwBD (1 for Special Learning Disability/Mental Illness, 1 for Multiple Disabilities). Vacancies may increase/decrease as per NHAI needs.
Level-10 of Pay Matrix (7th CPC): ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 + Central Dearness Allowance (CDA) and other allowances.
No only the candidates who have GATE 2025 score can apply
Not exceeding 30 years as on the closing date (February 9, 2026). Age relaxations apply:
SC/ST: 5 years OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years PwBD (General): 10 years; PwBD (OBC): 13 years; PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years Ex-servicemen: As per Govt. of India rules (typically 5 years or more based on service).
