National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has officially released the Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert and Quantity Surveyor Recruitment 2026 notification for 2 vacancies. Eligible candidates with a degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification can apply online up to 28 September 2026. The maximum age limit is 65 years for Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert and 45 years for Quantity Surveyor. Selected candidates will be appointed on a contractual basis with a monthly remuneration of ₹5,00,000 for Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert and ₹1,75,000 for Quantity Surveyor.
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Company Name | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) |
| Post Name | Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert and Quantity Surveyor |
| No of Posts | 2 |
| Salary | Rs. 5,00,000/- per month for Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert, Rs. 1,75,000/- per month for Quantity Surveyor |
| Qualification | Graduate in Civil Engineering or equivalent, Postgraduate (ME/M Tech) |
| Age Limit | Max 65 years for Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert, Max 45 years for Quantity Surveyor. |
| Last Date | 28 September 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Type | Contract |
NHAI Vacancy 2026 Notification PDF
Candidates who are interested in applying for the NHAI Recruitment 2026 should first download and carefully read the official notification PDF. The notification contains complete details about vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, age limit, stipend/salary, selection process, important dates, and application instructions. Reading the official document is important to ensure that you meet all requirements before submitting the application form.
Download NHAI Job 2026 Notification PDF
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details
\A total of 2 vacancies are available - 1 for Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert and 1 for Quantity Surveyor (QS).
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert | 1 |
| Quantity Surveyor (QS) | 1 |
| Total | 2 |
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Eligibility Criteria
- Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert:
- Essential: Graduate in Civil Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University/Institute.
- Desirable: Postgraduate (ME/M Tech) in Highway/ Pavement or other related field from a recognized University/Institute.
- Desirable: PhD in Pavement/Highway engineering or other related field.
- Experience: Minimum 20 years of overall professional experience in highway projects. Hand-on experience in Pavement Design and in life cycle costing under IRC 37/IRC 58, and other international codes and Design Software. Implementation of performance-graded binders/ modified bitumen, recycling technologies and innovative pavement technologies such as Geosynthetics, WMA etc. Experience in pavement forensic investigation and failure analysis specifically in pavement design, construction, quality assurance, maintenance and pavement management.
- Quantity Surveyor (QS):
- Essential: Graduate in Civil Engineering or equivalent / Certificate course from 'Institution of Quantity Surveying'.
- Experience: Minimum 08 years' Experience in Quantity estimation, Preparation of Bill of Quantities, rate analysis, Payment Schedules of Contract Documents for National Highways or major highway projects involving major bridges / structures /tunnels.
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
- Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert: Maximum 65 years.
- Quantity Surveyor (QS): Maximum 45 years.
- Age relaxation can be relaxed by the Chairman.
Before submitting the application, candidates are advised to verify that they meet the required age criteria. Use our Age Calculator to calculate your exact age as per the official cut-off date.
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Salary / Stipend
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Senior Pavement Design cum Material Expert | Rs. 5,00,000/- per month |
| Quantity Surveyor (QS) | Rs. 1,75,000/- per month |
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | 28 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 28 September 2026 |
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
- Selection by Committee through interview
How to Apply
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online for the NHAI Various Posts Recruitment 2026.
- Applications must be submitted online on or before 28-09-2026.
- To apply directly, use the Apply Online link provided in the Important Links section.
- Alternatively, candidates may visit the official website of NHAI to complete the application.
- Fill out the application form carefully with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload required documents such as photograph, signature, and certificates in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- Review all details carefully before submitting the form.
- Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
NHAI Recruitment 2026 - Important Links
| Official Notification PDF | Click here |
| Official Website | Click here |