NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026

Some great news is coming from NHAI. NHAI has launched vacancies for civil engineers. NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026 is open for 40 vacancies through direct recruitment based on the GATE 2025 score (Civil Engineering). The application process started on January 9, 2026, and the last date to apply is February 9, 2026. Apply online after carefully reading the full notification. Make sure you meet all eligibility conditions before submitting the form. You can apply or use the link I’ve shared below.

National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026
Short Details of Notification

Important Dates	Application Fee
• Notification Date: 09 January 2025 • Application Begins: 09 January 2025 • Apply Last Date: 09 February 2026 • Last Date for Fee: 09 February 2026 • Admit Card Date: Notify Later • Exam Date: Notify Later • Result: Notify Later • Candidates are advised to verify the details from the official website of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).	• For General / OBC / EWS: ₹00 • For SC / ST / PwBD: ₹00
Age limit as of 09 February 2026	Total Post
• Minimum Age: 21Years • Maximum Age: 30 Years Age Relaxation: As per the official rules and regulations of the government and the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).	40 Posts

NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Category – Wise
Category	Number of Vacancies
Unreserved	20
Scheduled Caste	05
Scheduled Tribe	02
Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer)	09
Economically Weaker Section	04
Total	40 Posts

NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026: Educational Qualification
Post Name	Essential Educational Qualification	Recruitment Criteria
Deputy Manager (Technical)	•  A candidate must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised University or Institute	• Direct recruitment based on a valid GATE 2025 score in the Civil Engineering discipline.
How to Apply for NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026
Step-by-step guide on how to apply for the NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026 1. Visit the official website of NHAI: www.nhai.gov.in 2. Follow the Navigate Go to About Us → Recruitment → Vacancies → Current. 3. Click on the advertisement for the “National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) invites applications for filling up 40 posts of Deputy Manager (Technical)”, and then apply now. 4. If you have registered on the NHAI Recruitment portal, sign in by entering your user ID, password, and captcha. 5. If you haven’t registered yet, click on “New Registration,” fill in your information, and register yourself. 6. Follow the instructions, fill in all your information, and upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates, GATE 2025 scorecard, etc.) 7. Preview the application and make corrections if needed, and submit the application form. 8. After submission, a Unique Reference Number and Application Acknowledgement will be generated and sent to the registered email ID 9. Keep a copy of the application acknowledgement safely for future reference Candidates can check their NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026 through the official link provided below.
NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026: Mode Of Selection
1. Selection will be done purely based on the GATE 2025 score in Civil Engineering. ( No written examination will be conducted by NHAI). 2. If the number of applications is large, NHAI may adopt a shortlisting criterion to limit candidates for interaction/interview, if called. • In case of a tie in merit, ranking will be decided by: • Date of Birth (earlier DOB ranked higher), and • If DOB is the same, alphabetical order of the first name.

IMPORTANT LINKS
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Click Here
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for the NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. The last date to submit the online application is February 9, 2026.

Q2. How can I apply for the NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. Candidates must apply online only through the ‘Recruitment’ section of the official NHAI website (www.nhai.gov.in).

Q3. How many vacancies are there in the NHAI Deputy Manager Recruitment 2026?
Ans. There are 40 total vacancies for the post of Deputy Manager (Technical).

Q4. What is the eligibility for the NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognised university.

Q5. Is there an application fee for NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. The notification does not specify any application fee.

Q6. What is the selection process for NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. Selection is based 100% on the GATE 2025 score in Civil Engineering.

Q7. What is the pay scale for an NHAI Deputy Manager?
Ans. The post carries a pay scale of Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) plus Central Dearness Allowance and other benefits as per rules.

Q8. What is the age limit for NHAI Deputy Manager 2026?
Ans. Maximum age should not exceed 30 years as on the last date of application.

Q9. When the NHAI Deputy Manager 2026 official notification release?
Ans. 09 January 2025