NHAI Chief Technology Officer Recruitment 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Qualification
- Qualification: B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, or ECE, or MCA from a recognized University or Institute
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 20 years of post-qualification experience in IT/technology, including at least 5 years in senior or executive technology leadership roles.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 65 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
National Highways Authority of India has released a notification for the recruitment of an Eminent External Professional (Chief Technology Officer) on a contract basis with 1 vacancy. Candidates holding a B.E., B.Tech, or MCA degree in Computer Science, IT, or ECE are eligible to apply. The monthly compensation will be decided by the Remuneration Committee according to qualifications and industry standards. This executive leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape national highway technology frameworks and direct digital transformation across India.
- Maximum age limit is 65 years as of the online application closing date.
- Contract engagement is initially for 2 years, extendable up to a maximum period of 5 years.
- Minimum 20 years of IT experience required, with at least 5 years in senior executive tech leadership.
- Applications must be submitted exclusively online through the official portal before the deadline.
- Selection will involve shortlisting candidates followed by an assessment/interview.
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Additional Salary Information
Remuneration to be decided by the Remuneration Committee with approval of Chairman, NHAI based on candidate credentials and market benchmarks.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting of applications Interview / Personal Interaction
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned in notification
Reservation
UR: 1
How to Apply
- Visit the official website of NHAI at http://www.nhai.gov.in.
- Access the online recruitment portal link provided on the website.
- Fill in all required fields accurately in the online application form.
- Upload essential educational and experience certificates.
- Submit the completed online application by 09 December 2026 before 6.00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary for the Chief Technology Officer position is decided by the Remuneration Committee based on candidate qualification, experience, last drawn pay, and market benchmarks.
Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, or ECE, or an MCA from a recognized institution.
The maximum age limit for applying is 65 years as on the last date of submission of the online application.