ESIC PMU Professionals Recruitment 2026
Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has announced the engagement of 26 professionals for the Project Management Unit (PMU) of the ICT Division on a full-time fixed-term contractual basis. This recruitment is for various IT and related roles at ESIC Headquarters, providing opportunities in project management, operations, security, infrastructure, and applications.
Candidates interested in contractual government jobs in IT should review the eligibility, vacancy details, and application process below. The application window is open from the date of publication (approximately 23 February 2026) to 16 March 2026.
ESIC PMU Professionals Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) |
| Post Name | PMU Professionals (Various Roles) |
| Recruitment Year | 2026 |
| Job Type | Fixed-Term Contractual (3 years, extendable up to 5 years) |
| Qualification | Bachelor's/Post Graduate in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering/Electronics or MCA |
| Application Mode | Email (Offline Format) |
| Selection Process | Screening of Applications followed by Interview |
| Job Location | New Delhi (Headquarters; Transferable across India) |
| Official Website | https://www.esic.gov.in |
ESIC PMU Professionals Notification PDF 2026
The official advertisement details the positions, job descriptions, qualifications, and terms.
Download the ESIC PMU Professionals Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the ESIC website: https://www.esic.gov.in/recruitments.
Why you should read the notification carefully:
- Verify specific qualifications and experience for each role
- Check job descriptions and responsibilities
- Confirm required documents for application
- Understand contract terms and no claim for regularization
ESIC PMU Professionals Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 23 February 2026 |
| Online Application Start | From Date of Publication (approx. 23/24 February 2026) |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 |
| Interview / Shortlisting | To Be Notified (Based on Application Screening) |
| Final Selection List | To Be Notified |
(Candidates should regularly check the ESIC website for updates.)
ESIC PMU Professionals Vacancy 2026
Total vacancies: 26 (Reservation as per Govt. of India instructions for SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen).
| Name of the Position | No. of Positions | Consolidated Remuneration (₹ per month) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Director (PMU Head) | 1 | 2,65,000 - 3,30,000 |
| IT Operations Lead | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| System Administrator Engineer (Windows) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| System Administrator Engineer (Linux) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Virtualization Engineer (VMware/Nutanix/RHCOS) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Cyber Security Lead | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| Cyber Security Engineer (NOC Specialist/ZTNA) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Cyber Security Engineer (SIEM / SOAR / XDR) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Vendor & Procurement Lead (PM/Procurement) | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| Vendor Management Specialist | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Procurement Specialist | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Infrastructure Lead | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| Infrastructure Engineer (Infra Mgmt/Capacity Planning/Asset Mgmt) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Database Administrator (Production & Performance) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Database Administrator (Backup, DR & Replication) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Applications Lead | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| Application Engineer (Dot Net / DB) | 2 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Application Engineer (Java / DB) | 2 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| SAS Administrator Engineer | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Network & DC Lead | 1 | 1,45,000 - 2,65,000 |
| Networking Engineer (Data Centre) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Networking Engineer (Data Recovery Centre) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Networking Engineer (DC-DR Drill / DB Sync) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
| Network Administrator (Load Balancer / WAF / Anti-DDoS) | 1 | 80,000 - 1,45,000 |
Remuneration is consolidated and based on experience/qualifications; no additional allowances.
ESIC PMU Professionals Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- For all positions: Bachelor's or Post Graduate degree in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering/Electronics or equivalent engineering stream, or MCA from a recognized university.
- Preference for additional qualifications like MBA (IT/Project Management), MTech, or relevant certifications (e.g., OEM certifications, cyber security certs like ISO 27001, CISSP).
Working Experience
- Varies by position: Minimum 6 years for Engineer/Specialist roles; 12 years for Leads; 20 years for Project Director.
- Relevant experience in enterprise IT, cyber security, infrastructure, applications, procurement, etc. Preference for PSU/Govt./regulated sectors (BFSI/Telecom).
- Training/teaching experience not counted.
Age Limit (As on 16.03.2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 62 Years
- Age Relaxation: As per Govt. rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen.
Additional Requirements
- Indian nationals only.
- No prior engagement implying employer-employee relationship with ESIC.
- Willingness to serve anywhere in India.
- Declaration of no conflict of interest or criminal cases.
ESIC PMU Professionals Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Screening of applications for eligibility.
- Shortlisting and call for Interview (provisional; no separate test).
- Interview performance and document verification.
- Final merit list; no correspondence on rejection.
No written examination. ESIC's decision is final.
How to Apply for ESIC PMU Professionals Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps:
- Download the application format from the notification on www.esic.gov.in.
- Fill the form with details (name, DOB, qualifications, experience, etc.).
- Attach self-attested copies of: Photo, DOB proof, Educational certificates, Experience certificates, Caste/PwBD/Ex-SM certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar, etc. (All in PDF).
- Scan and email the complete application in PDF format to: [email protected].
- Subject: "Application for [Position Name] - PMU ICT 2026".
- Apply separately for multiple positions if eligible.
- Submit before 16 March 2026; late applications rejected.
Important Notes:
- No application fee.
- Keep email/mobile active for interview calls.
- Incomplete applications rejected.
- No TA/DA for interview.
ESIC PMU Professionals Important Links
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
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