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Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology · Posted 31 Jul 2026

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QualificationBachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology or Master's Degree in Science (relevant discipline) with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in CS, DA, or EC paper
SalaryLevel 10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500)
Last date17 Aug 2026

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EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION: - Computer Science and IT (GATE Paper CS): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (CSE, IT, Software Systems, AI, Data Science, Cyber Security, etc.) OR Master's Degree in Science (Computer Science, Computer Application, Computer and Network Security) OR MCA - Data Science and AI (GATE Paper DA): Master's/Bachelor's in relevant disciplines including Data Science, AI, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computational Linguistics, etc. - Electronics and Communication Engineering (GATE Paper EC): Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (Electronics, Telecommunication, Mechatronics, Robotics, etc.) OR Master's Degree in Science (Electronics, VLSI Design, Digital Communication, etc.) - Must possess VALID GATE score (2024/2025/2026) in the respective paper code - No prior experience required SALARY: - Level 10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 AGE LIMIT: - Maximum age: 30 years (UR/EWS), as on cut-off date 17.08.2026 - SC/ST: 35 years - OBC (NCL): 33 years - PwBD: 40 years (general); 45 years (SC/ST-PwBD); 43 years (OBC(NCL)-PwBD) - Service Candidates: UR/EWS-35, SC/ST-40, OBC(NCL)-38 - Ex-Servicemen: as per Govt rules - Additional 5 years relaxation for candidates serving in Government organizations in allied cadres VACANCY DETAILS: - Computer Science and IT (CS): 83 posts (UR-35, SC-12, ST-6, OBC-23, EWS-7); PwBD-3 - Data Science and AI (DA): 25 posts (UR-12, SC-3, ST-1, OBC-7, EWS-2); PwBD-1 - Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC): 6 posts (UR-2, SC-1, ST-0, OBC-3, EWS-0... based on visible data); note table formatting partially unclear in source APPLICATION FEE: - Nil for all categories SELECTION PROCESS: - Shortlisting based on GATE Score (ratio 1:5, discipline-wise and category-wise merit) - Document Verification - Personal Interaction/Interview (50 marks: Technical knowledge, Presentation/Communication, Academic performance) - Final merit: 60% weightage GATE score + 40% weightage Interview HOW TO APPLY: - Step 1: Visit https://www.cert-in.org.in/ between 14.07.2026 and 17.08.2026 (5:30 PM) - Step 2: Complete Registration (Step 1), fill online Application Form and upload documents (Step 2) - Step 3: Download Confirmation Page (Step 3) - Required documents: Photograph, Signature, DOB proof, Photo ID, Matriculation/Senior Secondary Certificate, GATE Score Card, Essential qualification certificate/marksheet, Category certificate (if applicable), PwBD certificate (if applicable) IMPORTANT NOTES: - Aadhaar-based authentication used at every stage of recruitment - Minimum qualifying marks in interview: 50% (Unreserved), 40% (EWS/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD) - Equal weightage given to GATE 2024, 2025, and 2026 scores; candidate submits best score from any eligible year - Interactions/Interviews conducted at Delhi or other approved location; no TA/DA paid - Post carries All India liability; selected candidate may be posted anywhere in India or outside India - Number of advertised posts is tentative and may increase/decrease at CERT-In's discretion - Court jurisdiction for disputes: Delhi
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Important dates

  1. 17 Aug 2026

    Last Date to Apply · done

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Eligibility

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology or Master's Degree in Science (relevant discipline) with valid GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in CS, DA, or EC paper
SalaryLevel 10, 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500)

Age relaxation for reserved categories applies as per the official notification.

Vacancy details · 114 posts

Post NameUREWSOBCSCSTTotal
Computer Science and Information Technology (CS)3572312683
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA)12273125
Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC)2—31—6

Selection process

  1. 1Shortlisting based on GATE Score
  2. 2Document Verification
  3. 3Personal Interaction/Interview

How to apply

  1. 1Open the official apply link below.
  2. 2Register with your mobile number and email ID.
  3. 3Fill in your details, upload photo & signature, and pay the fee online.
  4. 4Submit and download the confirmation page.

Important notes

  • Age Limit: 30 years (UR/EWS), 35 years (SC/ST), 33 years (OBC-NCL), up to 45 years for PwBD; as on cut-off date 17.08.2026
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