ERNET India, an autonomous society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has released a recruitment notice to fill four project-based posts under its Smart Classroom Project on a contract basis, through an interview. Interested candidates must send their application and CV to recruitment@ernet.in and also submit their details through the official notification, on or before 7 September 2026. ERNET India Jobs 2026 is for candidates who want a technical or project-management role in a central government-linked ICT project.
ERNET India is filling a total of 6 posts across four categories — Project Engineer Level 02, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager Level 01 and Project Manager Level 02. A full post-wise breakdown of vacancies, salary and eligibility follows below. All four posts are based in Delhi, with extensive travel across project states. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official ERNET India recruitment notice for the Smart Classroom Project (notification number and issue date not stated in the source document). Last verified: 24 August 2026.
ERNET India is recruiting for 6 posts — Project Engineer Level 02, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager Level 01 and Project Manager Level 02 — under its Smart Classroom Project, on a contract basis through interview. The last date to email the Application (Annexure-I) and CV to recruitment@ernet.in, and to submit details through the official Google Form, is 7 September 2026. Selection is through screening of applications, a possible proficiency test, and an interview, with no TA/DA paid for attending the interview.
Quick summary of ERNET India Jobs 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | ERNET India (Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology) |
| Posts | Project Engineer Level 02, Senior Project Engineer, Project Manager Level 01, Project Manager Level 02 |
| Total vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Salary | Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 1,25,000 per month (post-wise, see table below) |
| Application mode | Email + official online form |
| Eligibility | B.Tech/BE/MCA/M.Sc (relevant discipline), 1–10 years post-qualification experience, post-wise |
| Selection process | Screening → possible proficiency test → interview |
| Place of posting | Delhi (with travel across project states) |
| Last date | 7 September 2026 |
| Who can apply | Candidates with a degree in Electronics/IT/ECE/Telecom/CS/Computer Applications/Instrumentation/Physics and relevant experience |
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About ERNET India (Education and Research Network)
ERNET India (Education and Research Network) is an autonomous scientific society functioning under the administrative control of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. It is one of the country’s oldest ICT institutions — it brought the internet to India in 1986 and is the exclusive domain registrar for institutions using the “ac.in”, “edu.in” and “res.in” domains. Beyond connectivity, ERNET India now runs projects covering campus Wi-Fi, data centres and smart classrooms for educational institutions, which is the kind of project this recruitment belongs to. This background is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm with the official website before publishing.
How this compares to other current openings
ERNET India’s Smart Classroom posts are contract-based, project-linked roles at a central government autonomous body — different from a permanent, exam-based sarkari job. This kind of role typically offers a faster hiring process (screening plus interview, no written exam) and pay that can rise sharply with seniority, from the entry-level Project Engineer grade up to Project Manager Level 02. The trade-off is that the appointment is tied to a specific project and its funding cycle, unlike a permanent post. This comparison is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm current openings and their terms independently.
Candidates from outside Delhi looking for other current vacancies can check Latest Jobs (All India) on India Job Alerts.
Important dates
The notice gives only the application deadline; no release date or application start date is mentioned.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to email Application (Annexure-I) & CV to recruitment@ernet.in | 7 September 2026 |
| Last date to submit details via the official online form | 7 September 2026 |
| Cut-off date for age, qualification and experience | 7 September 2026 (last date of application) |
The notice does not give an interview date. Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the tentative interview schedule by email.
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Vacancy details and salary
| Post | No. of Posts | Maximum Age | Monthly Remuneration | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Project Engineer Level 02 | 03 | 40 years | Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 50,000 per month | Initially 1 year, extendable |
| (B) Senior Project Engineer | 01 | 45 years | Rs. 45,000 – Rs. 60,000 per month | Initially 1 year, extendable |
| (C) Project Manager Level 01 | 01 | 50 years | Rs. 55,000 – Rs. 70,000 per month | Initially 1 year, extendable |
| (D) Project Manager Level 02 | 01 | 63 years | Rs. 75,000 – Rs. 1,25,000 per month | Initially 1 year, extendable |
| Total | 06 |
All four posts are based in Delhi. Appointment is initially for one year and may be extended up to a maximum of three years, or curtailed, based on performance and requirement. Selected candidates can also be transferred to ERNET India’s operational or support activities, or to any other sponsored project, during or after this assignment.
Salary structure and additional benefits
The monthly consolidated remuneration is divided as 65% basic pay, 25% HRA and 10% transport allowance. Transport allowance is not paid for a calendar month in which the candidate is fully absent.
Besides the monthly remuneration, selected candidates are eligible for:
- Meal coupon: up to Rs. 100 per working day, based on attendance
- Mediclaim insurance: reimbursement up to Rs. 10,000 per annum for self and dependent family members
- OPD bill reimbursement: up to a maximum of one month’s consolidated remuneration in a year
- Term life insurance: cover of Rs. 10,00,000 for self
(A) Project Engineer Level 02 — what the job involves
The Project Engineer coordinates field-level installation and commissioning of smart classroom ICT equipment such as interactive panels, projectors, desktops, laptops and UPS units, working with OEM/vendor teams. Day-to-day work includes:
- Verifying installed equipment against technical specifications and the BoQ at project sites
- Basic troubleshooting of LAN/Wi-Fi connectivity and equipment issues, escalating to OEM/vendor support when needed
- Conducting on-site training for teachers, students and school staff on using the equipment
- Preparing training schedules, attendance records and UAT/handover documentation
- Extensive travel across project states for site monitoring and preventive/corrective maintenance
(B) Senior Project Engineer — what the job involves
The Senior Project Engineer supervises the work of Project Engineers across multiple sites. Responsibilities include:
- Reviewing installation, testing and commissioning quality against specifications and the BoQ
- Supervising field teams and consolidating site-level training and status reports
- Monitoring AMC/CMC contract compliance and vendor/SLA performance
- Liaising with State officials, Nodal Officers and OEM/vendor teams to resolve issues
- Extensive travel across project states for site monitoring and review
(C) Project Manager Level 01 — what the job involves
This role plans and monitors project execution at a broader level. It covers:
- Preparing project plans, progress reports, MIS reports and presentations for senior management
- Monitoring budget utilisation and identifying project risks and bottlenecks
- Overseeing training delivery schedules and site-level teams (Project Engineers/Senior Project Engineers)
- Liaising with State/district officials, school authorities and OEM/vendor teams
- Preparing concept notes and techno-commercial project proposals, with willingness to travel extensively
(D) Project Manager Level 02 — what the job involves
This is the senior-most role in the structure, responsible for end-to-end delivery. It includes:
- Leading overall planning, execution, monitoring and delivery of the project
- Acting as the primary point of contact with senior government officials, funding agencies and other stakeholders
- Developing project strategy, work plans, budgets and risk-mitigation frameworks
- Reviewing and approving deliverables and MIS/dashboards before submission to management
- Mentoring and supervising Project Managers Level 01 and other project staff, and ensuring compliance with government norms and project guidelines
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ERNET India Jobs 2026 – Eligibility
The same qualification and discipline requirement applies to all four posts. Only the required years of experience and the maximum age change by post.
Qualification and discipline (all posts)
- Degree: Full-time B.Tech / BE / MCA / M.Sc or an equivalent degree in a relevant discipline
- Discipline: Electronics, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Tele-Communication, Computer Science, Computer Applications, Instrumentation, or Physics
- The degree must be from a recognised University / Deemed University / Institute / Council
- Experience is counted only after the qualifying degree (post-qualification experience)
For candidates checking whether they meet the base qualification, see the Graduate jobs tag on India Job Alerts.
Experience and age limit, post-wise
| Post | Experience (B.Tech/BE/MCA/M.Sc) | Experience (M.Tech/M.E.) | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Engineer Level 02 | At least 3 years | At least 1 year | 40 years |
| Senior Project Engineer | At least 4 years | At least 2 years | 45 years |
| Project Manager Level 01 | At least 6 years | At least 4 years | 50 years |
| Project Manager Level 02 | At least 10 years | At least 8 years | 63 years |
Age, qualification and experience are all counted as on 7 September 2026, the last date of application. Candidates below 18 years of age are not eligible. Use the Age Calculator to check your age as on the cut-off date.
Reservation relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates applies as per Government of India norms applicable to ERNET India. Candidates claiming reservation must produce their category certificate, in the prescribed format, at the time of the written test/skill test/interview — otherwise the relaxation cannot be claimed. OBC certificates must specifically state that the candidate does not belong to the creamy layer. ERNET India also reserves the right to relax or modify the eligibility criteria for age, qualification or experience if a candidate is otherwise found suitable.
Selection process for ERNET India Jobs 2026
The selection for ERNET India Jobs 2026 will be through an interview. ERNET India may add a shortlisting stage or a proficiency test if the response is high, before calling candidates for interview.
- Screening of the Application (Annexure-I), CV and self-attested certificates received by email, along with the details submitted through the online form.
- If more than 20 applications are received for a single post, ERNET India may set its own criteria to shortlist interview candidates.
- ERNET India may also conduct a proficiency test or an additional round of interview, if required, before final selection.
- Interview of shortlisted candidates. The date and time will be shared by email; no TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Document verification, including the reserved-category certificate where relaxation is claimed.
Canvassing in any form, including the use of outside influence, makes a candidate liable for rejection.
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How to apply for ERNET India Jobs
- To apply for ERNET India Jobs 2026, first download the official notification and the Annexure-I application format from the ERNET India notice.
- Fill the Application in the Annexure-I format and prepare a CV/Bio-data.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates for educational qualification, experience, age and category (where applicable).
- Email the filled Application (Annexure-I) and CV to recruitment@ernet.in on or before 7 September 2026. This step is mandatory.
- Also submit the requested details through the official online form — the notice asks candidates to complete both steps.
- Watch your email: shortlisted candidates will be informed about the tentative interview schedule.
Documents to keep ready:
- Filled Application in the Annexure-I format
- CV / Bio-data
- Self-attested copies of educational qualification certificates
- Self-attested copies of experience certificates
- Proof of age
- Category/reservation certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable (OBC certificates must carry the non-creamy-layer clause)
Important links
| Link | What it is |
|---|---|
| ERNET India official notification (PDF) | Full notice, including the Annexure-I application format |
| Apply/submit details online | Official Google Form for candidate details |
| Email your application | Send the Annexure-I application and CV (mandatory) |
Should you apply for this ERNET India job?
ERNET India Jobs 2026 for the post of project engineer suits candidates with a B.Tech, BE, MCA or M.Sc in an electronics, IT or computer-related discipline who have hands-on, post-qualification experience in ICT field installation, training delivery or project management, and who are comfortable with extensive travel across project states. It particularly suits candidates already working in government-funded ICT infrastructure or education-sector projects, since that experience is called out as an advantage.
It may not suit candidates looking for a permanent, pensionable government job — this is a contract appointment, initially for one year, extendable up to three years, and tied to the Smart Classroom Project rather than a regular ERNET India post. Competition depends heavily on which post you apply for: the entry-level Project Engineer Level 02 grade has the most vacancies (3) and the widest applicant pool, while the senior Project Manager posts have only one vacancy each and need significantly more years of experience. The trade-off is straightforward: less job security than a permanent post, in exchange for a faster selection process and a role that can pay well at the senior end.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for ERNET India Smart Classroom Project recruitment 2026?
The last date to email the Application (Annexure-I) and CV to recruitment@ernet.in, and to submit details through the official online form, is 7 September 2026.
How many vacancies are there in ERNET India’s 2026 recruitment?
There are 6 vacancies in total: 3 for Project Engineer Level 02, 1 for Senior Project Engineer, 1 for Project Manager Level 01, and 1 for Project Manager Level 02.
What is the salary for Project Engineer at ERNET India?
The Project Engineer Level 02 post carries a monthly remuneration of Rs. 35,000 to Rs. 50,000, split as 65% basic pay, 25% HRA and 10% transport allowance, along with meal coupons, mediclaim and life insurance benefits.
Is the ERNET India Smart Classroom Project job a permanent government job?
No. It is a contract appointment, initially for one year and extendable up to three years based on performance and project requirement. This is added context, not part of the official notification — a contract role of this kind generally does not carry the job security of a permanent post, but can offer relevant project-management experience. Confirm current terms with the hiring office.
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