PSUAll India (NE States, J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh)Checked 14 Jul 2026
National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL) Associates (E1 Grade) — Engineering Freshers Recruitment 2026
National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (NHIDCL) — under Ministry of Road Transport & Highways — has announced recruitment for 100 Associate (E1 Grade) posts for fresh engineering graduates. NHIDCL focuses on highway development in North East India, J&K, Ladakh, and Himachal Pradesh. This is a Miniratna PSU with good career growth.
Recruitment Summary
Organization
National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation (NHIDCL)
Post Name
Associates (E1 Grade) — Engineering Freshers
Total Vacancies
100
Qualification
B.E. / B.Tech in Civil / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering from recognized university
Last Date
05-08-2026
Location
All India (NE States, J&K, Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh)
Age Limit
Up to 27 years (SC/ST: 32, OBC: 30)
Salary / Pay
IDA Pay Scale E1: ₹30,000–₹1,20,000/Month + DA + HRA
Application Fee
₹500 (General/OBC) | Free for SC/ST/PH
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Associate (Civil Engineering) | ~70 |
| Associate (Electrical) | ~20 |
| Associate (Mechanical) | ~10 |
Exam / Selection Pattern
- GATE 2024/2025/2026 score in Civil/Electrical/Mechanical is the selection criterion
- No separate written exam
Selection Process
- 1GATE Score Based Shortlisting
- 2Personal Interview
How to Apply
- 1.Apply online at nhidcl.com before 05 August 2026. Valid GATE score in relevant discipline is mandatory.
Important Notes
- NHIDCL postings are primarily in North East India, J&K, Ladakh — candidates should be ready for challenging terrain.
- GATE score from last 3 years (2024, 2025, 2026) is valid for this recruitment.