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Recruiting authorityNational Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL)
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  • Updated July 06, 2026 06:33 PM
  • by K Sangeetha Officially Verified
  • Applications closed on 05 August 2026. The original recruitment details are preserved below.
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  • NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026 has been announced through Hiring Notice No. 07/2026 (F.No.269282/2163 dated 6 July 2026) by the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), inviting applications for 100 Associate posts under the State Specific Graduate Scheme (SSGS) across 14 States/UTs where NHIDCL operates. Eligible candidates can apply through the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal from 8 July 2026 (10:00 AM) to 5 August 2026 (5:00 PM).
  • Download NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
  • The National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) is entrusted with the development of infrastructure, including National Highways, in the North-eastern Region (NER), Hilly States, and Border & Strategic Areas. It was established as a Public Sector Undertaking under the Companies Act, 2013, under the aegis of the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways (MoRTH), Government of India, and started operations in September 2015. This recruitment is for Associates under the State Specific Graduate Scheme (SSGS), a component under Para 8 of Section 2 of NHIDCL’s Scheme for Young Professionals, Expert Professionals, and Empanelment of Persons of Eminence, aimed at promoting and training local talent in the States/UTs where NHIDCL operates and building long-term human resource capacity there.

NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026 Overview

ParticularsDetails
Recruiting BodyNational Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL)
Hiring Notice Number07/2026 (F.No.269282/2163)
Notice Date06 July 2026
PostAssociate (under State Specific Graduate Scheme – SSGS)
Total Vacancies100
Type of EngagementPurely contractual, as an independent consultant (not a staff member/official/employee of NHIDCL)
TenureFixed period of 2 years, extendable by 1 year at a time up to a maximum of 3 years (2+1)
Mode of ApplicationOnline, through the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal
Official Websitewww.nhidcl.com

NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Hiring Notice Date06 July 2026
Application Start Date08 July 2026, 10:00 AM
Application Deadline05 August 2026, 5:00 PM
  • Candidates are advised to regularly check the Resource Pool Portal for updates regarding shortlisting, interview schedules, and other communications, and to watch www.nhidcl.com under the "Resource Portal" heading for any corrigendum, addendum, or errata.
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State/UT-Wise Vacancy Details

S.NoState / UTNumber of Vacancies
1Assam10
2Arunachal Pradesh10
3J&K (Jammu)5
4J&K (Srinagar)5
5Manipur10
6Meghalaya10
7Mizoram08
8Nagaland5
9Sikkim5
10Tripura10
11Uttarakhand5
12Ladakh2
13West Bengal08
14Andaman & Nicobar Islands07
Total100
  • NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026 covers 100 vacancies distributed across 14 States and Union Territories where NHIDCL operates.
  • Special Provision for Project-Specific Engagements: Notwithstanding the above, where requirements arise for specific projects, Project Management Units (PMUs), Site Offices, or other field offices, particularly in remote, border, strategic, hilly, or difficult terrain locations, NHIDCL may, with the approval of the Competent Authority, engage suitable candidates from the Eligible Pool of Applicants of the concerned State/UT. Such engagements may be made against existing or future vacancies under the Scheme and shall be subject to terms and conditions specified by NHIDCL.
  • Note: The number of vacancies indicated is tentative and may increase or decrease depending on project requirements, organizational needs, and availability of work, as decided by the Competent Authority. NHIDCL reserves the right to fill all, some, or none of the advertised vacancies without assigning any reason.

Eligibility Criteria

  • A person is eligible to apply for vacancies advertised for a particular State/UT under this Scheme only if he/she is a domicile holder of that particular State/UT.
  • Exception for Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Candidates belonging to other States/UTs may also apply for these vacancies, as an adequate number of eligible domicile candidates were not available in the previous recruitment advertisement. However, preference will be given to eligible candidates possessing domicile of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. If there is an insufficient number of suitable domicile candidates, candidates from other States/UTs may be considered for engagement, subject to the approval of the Competent Authority.
  • Graduates are encouraged to apply. A graduate student appearing in the final year may also apply, provided he/she is likely to complete graduation before joining.
  • Candidates must possess essential qualification recognized by AICTE/UGC/State Technical Boards.

Educational Qualification

PositionQualificationExperience
AssociateGraduation in Civil Engineering or an equivalent discipline from IITs, NITs, or other institutions ranked within the top 100 in the Engineering category of the NIRF Rankings for the year of graduation, or the preceding year in case the candidate is completing their graduation0–2 years after essential educational qualification

Age Limit

  • The upper age limit for the Associate post is 30 years, as on the date of issue of the Advertisement (Hiring Notice).

Application Fee

  • The Hiring Notice does not specify any application fee for the Associate (SSGS) post; candidates should refer to the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal for confirmation at the time of application.

Selection Process

  • The Hiring Notice directs eligible candidates to apply through the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal; the notice does not detail a separate written test, and selection proceeds through NHIDCL shortlisting candidates from the Eligible Pool of Applicants for interview, assessment, or other stages, as decided by the Competent Authority based on vacancy availability and operational requirements.
  • For the purpose of this Hiring Notice, the "Eligible Pool of Applicants" means candidates whose applications/profiles for the relevant position are available in the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal and who satisfy the prescribed educational qualifications, domicile requirements, age criteria, and other eligibility conditions applicable to the position.
  • Candidates who applied for the same position under Hiring Notice No. 05/2025, and whose applications are available in the Resource Pool Portal, need not apply again. Further, candidates who were shortlisted and called for interview pursuant to Hiring Notice No. 05/2025 but were not selected shall also remain eligible for consideration and need not submit a fresh application, subject to their continued inclusion in the Eligible Pool of Applicants and fulfilment of the eligibility conditions prescribed in this Recruitment Notice.
  • NHIDCL may, at its discretion and subject to availability of vacancies, operational requirements, and approval of the Competent Authority, consider, shortlist, and call candidates from the Eligible Pool of Applicants for interview, assessment, or any other stage of selection for present or future requirements under the Scheme – either pursuant to a Recruitment Notice or without issuance of a separate public advertisement, where deemed appropriate.
  • Registration in the Resource Pool Portal or inclusion in the Eligible Pool of Applicants does not confer any right to shortlisting, interview, engagement, or appointment.

How to Apply Online for NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026

  • Eligible candidates may apply through the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal.
  • Visit the Resource Pool Portal – Go to Apply Here.
  • Register/Update Profile – Register yourself and submit your application/profile for the relevant position and State/UT, ensuring you meet the domicile, qualification, and age criteria for that position.
  • Submit Within the Window – Applications must be submitted between 8 July 2026, 10:00 AM, and 5 August 2026, 5:00 PM.
  • Interested candidates may register themselves on the Resource Pool Portal and update their profile at any time during the year, even if the last date of application for a particular advertisement has already passed. NHIDCL may also issue abridged advertisements directing prospective candidates to register and submit their profiles through the Resource Pool Portal for future requirements.
  • All correspondence shall be made only via email at [email protected]. Any other mode of correspondence shall not be valid.
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Important Instructions

  • Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria and possess essential qualification recognized by AICTE/UGC/State Technical Boards.
  • Furnishing inaccurate, wrong, incomplete, or misleading information may lead to rejection of the candidature.
  • Candidates must keep their email ID active for one year; no change in the email ID would be allowed.
  • Corrigendum, addendum, or errata will be posted only on NHIDCL's website at www.nhidcl.com, under the heading "Resource Portal".
  • Canvassing or external influence will disqualify the candidate from selection.
  • Candidates should avoid middlemen, recruitment agents/consultants, and fraudulent job promises.
  • All disputes are subject to Delhi High Court jurisdiction, with the English version prevailing for interpretation.
  • Personal information collected during the verification process shall be handled in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and NHIDCL's policies, and used only for the purpose of assessment and verification relevant to the engagement.
  • For General Terms and Conditions of Engagement, candidates should refer to Section 5 of the Scheme for Young Professionals, Expert Professionals, and Empanelment of Persons of Eminence. Provisions of the Scheme shall apply and supersede any contradictory instructions in this Recruitment Notice.
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Q1. How many vacancies are there in NHIDCL Associate Recruitment 2026?

  • There are 100 vacancies for the Associate post under the State Specific Graduate Scheme (SSGS), spread across 14 States/UTs where NHIDCL operates.

Q3. What is the age limit for the NHIDCL Associate post?

  • The upper age limit is 30 years, as on the date of issue of the Hiring Notice.

Q4. What is the salary for NHIDCL Associate (SSGS)?

  • Associates are paid a monthly consultancy fee of Rs 70,000 to Rs 80,000, inclusive of all applicable taxes, with an annual enhancement of 5%. Associates deployed in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands additionally get a 20% Location Allowance.

Q6. Can candidates from any state apply for any state's vacancies?

  • No, candidates can only apply for vacancies advertised for their own State/UT of domicile, except for Andaman & Nicobar Islands vacancies, which are open to candidates from other States/UTs as well, though domicile candidates are given preference.

Q7. What qualification is required for the NHIDCL Associate post?

  • Candidates need Graduation in Civil Engineering or an equivalent discipline from IITs, NITs, or institutions ranked in the top 100 of the NIRF Engineering Rankings for their year of graduation (or the preceding year, if completing graduation), along with 0 to 2 years of relevant experience.
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