The National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) has just announced a golden opportunity with NHIDCL Recruitment 2025 for 48 Technical Cadre posts! This drive targets experienced engineers for key roles like Senior Manager (Technical), Deputy General Manager (Technical), General Manager (Technical), and Senior General Manager (Technical) in the E4 to E7 grades under the IDA pattern. If you’re aiming to contribute to India’s national highways and border area projects, this is your chance to join a premier CPSE under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.
The application window opened on 11th November 2025, and the last date to apply online is 31st December 2025. With competitive salaries, career growth in highway engineering, and a focus on North-East and strategic infrastructure, this recruitment is a must-watch for job seekers. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll break down the NHIDCL vacancy details, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application steps. Don’t miss out—start preparing today!
What is NHIDCL and Why Join in 2025?
NHIDCL, established in 2014, is a fully government-owned corporation dedicated to surveying, designing, building, operating, and maintaining national highways, with a special emphasis on challenging terrains like the North-East and border regions. As India accelerates its infrastructure push under initiatives like Bharatmala and Gati Shakti, NHIDCL plays a pivotal role in nation-building.
Joining NHIDCL means working on high-impact projects involving roads, bridges, tunnels, and runways. The 2025 recruitment offers stability, professional development, and the satisfaction of shaping India’s connectivity. With 48 vacancies, it’s one of the largest technical hires by NHIDCL this year, making it ideal for mid-to-senior-level Civil Engineers.
NHIDCL Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Breakdown
The recruitment targets experienced professionals for the Technical Cadre. Here’s the detailed post-wise vacancy distribution across categories:
| Grade/Post | UR | OBC (NCL) | SC | ST | EWS | PwBD (Horizontal) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager (Technical) – E4 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 21 |
| Deputy General Manager (Technical) – E5 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15 |
| General Manager (Technical) – E6 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Senior General Manager (Technical) – E7 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Grand Total | 27 | 10 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 48 |
These posts are reserved as per Government of India norms, ensuring inclusivity for UR (Unreserved), OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), SC/ST, EWS, and PwBD candidates. The roles focus on highway projects, bridges, tunnels, and infrastructure development.
Eligibility Criteria for NHIDCL Technical Cadre 2025
To apply for NHIDCL Recruitment 2025, candidates must meet the following essential qualifications and experience requirements. All posts require a Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
Age Limit and Experience
| Post/Grade | Maximum Age Limit | Minimum Experience (in Infrastructure Projects like Highways/Roads/Bridges/Tunnels/Runways/Building) |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Manager (Technical) – E4 | 45 years | 6 years overall |
| Deputy General Manager (Technical) – E5 | 50 years | 9 years overall |
| General Manager (Technical) – E6 | 53 years | 13 years overall |
| Senior General Manager (Technical) – E7 | 55 years | 16 years overall |
- Relaxations: As per NHIDCL Cadre Rules 2025 (available on the official website). Age is calculated as of the last date (31.12.2025).
- Note: Applicants with 5+ years of experience in NHIDCL may be exempted from Stage-1 (Eligibility Test) for selection purposes, but other provisions apply.
This recruitment prioritizes hands-on expertise in civil engineering projects, so tailor your resume to highlight relevant highway and infrastructure work.
Selection Process: A Two-Stage Evaluation
The NHIDCL selection process 2025 follows a rigorous two-stage format as per NHIDCL Cadre Rules 2025:
- Stage 1: Eligibility Test (Screening)
- A multiple-choice question (MCQ) based online test to assess general awareness, analytical ability, aptitude, and logical reasoning.
- Purpose: Shortlist candidates for the next round by evaluating foundational skills.
- Duration: As specified in the detailed advertisement (forthcoming on NHIDCL website).
- Stage 2: Specific Written Test
- A descriptive written exam tailored to each grade (E4 to E7).
- Focuses on technical proficiency in Civil Engineering, including IRC codes, MORTH specifications, and project management.
- Top performers proceed to a Personal Interview conducted by a nominated Selection Committee.
Final selection is based on combined performance, with weightage to written tests and interviews. Prepare holistically—technical depth meets aptitude sharpness!
Detailed Syllabus for NHIDCL 2025 Exams
The exam comprises two papers: Paper-I (General Aptitude – 70% weightage) and Paper-II (Technical – 30% weightage). Download the full syllabus from Annexure-I of the official notification.
Paper-I: General Aptitude
- General Awareness: History, Geography, Economics, Current Affairs, Indian Polity.
- Verbal Aptitude: Basic English Grammar (Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Verb-Noun Agreement); Vocabulary (Words, Idioms, Phrases); Reading Comprehension; Narrative Sequencing.
- Quantitative Aptitude: Data Interpretation (2D/3D Graphs, Bar Graphs, Pie Charts, Tables); Numerical Computation (Ratios, Percentages, Powers, Exponents, Permutations, Combinations, Series); Mensuration & Geometry; Elementary Statistics & Probability.
- Analytical Aptitude & Logical Reasoning: Deduction & Induction, Analogy, Numerical Relations & Reasoning.
- Spatial Aptitude: Transformation of Shapes (Translation, Rotation, Scaling, Mirroring); Assembly & Grouping; Paper Folding, Cutting, Patterns in 2D/3D.
Paper-II: Technical Syllabus (Civil Engineering)
- Building Materials (30% weightage): Stone, Lime, Glass, Plastics, Steel, FRP, Ceramics, Aluminum, Fly Ash; Basic Admixtures; Cement, Timber, Bricks; Aggregates Classification, Properties & Uses; Various Tests; Lime & Cement Types; Mortars & Concrete; Properties & Tests; Design of Concrete Mixes (Proportioning & Methods).
- Solid Mechanics: Elastic Constants, Stress & Strain; Mohr’s Circle; Elastic Theories of Failure; Principal Stresses; Bending & Shear; Torsion.
- Structural Analysis: Basics of Strength of Materials; Types of Stresses & Strains; Bending Moment & Shear Force Concepts; Analysis of Indeterminate & Determinate Structures (Trusses, Beams, Plane Frames); Rolling Loads; Influence Lines; Unit Load Method; Free & Forced Vibrations; Suspended Cables; Computer-Aided Design.
- Design of Steel Structures: Principles of Working Stress Method; Design of Tension & Compression Members; Girders, Industrial Roofs; Principles of Ultimate Load Design.
- Design of Concrete & Masonry Structures: Limit State Design; Slabs; Retaining Walls, Tanks, Staircases; Pre-stressed Concrete; Design Including Materials & Methods; Earthquake-Resistant Design; Masonry Structures.
- Construction Practice, Planning & Management: Construction Planning; Equipment & Site Investigation; Management Including Estimation with Latest Project Scheduling Tools; Network Analysis for Different Types; Analysis of Rates; Quality Management; Control, Productivity; Works Tendering; Land Acquisition; Labour Safety & Welfare.
- Geo-Technical Engineering: Soil Exploration & Foundation Methods; Engineering Properties (Soil Classification, Various Tests, Inter-relationships); Permeability & Seepage; Compressibility, Consolidation & Shearing Resistance; Earth Pressure Theories & Stress Distribution in Soil; Properties & Uses of Geo-synthetics.
- Foundation Engineering: Types of Foundations & Selection Criteria; Bearing Capacity; Settlement Analysis; Design & Testing of Shallow & Deep Foundations; Slope Stability Analysis; Earth Retaining Structures; Earth Dams & Earth Embankment Types; Analysis & Design; Principles of Ground Modification.
- Surveying & Geology: (a) Surveying: Classification & Methods; Field Astronomy; Global Positioning System; Map Preparation; Photogrammetry; Remote Sensing Concepts; Survey Layouts for Culverts, Canals, Bridges, Road/Railway Alignment & Buildings; Setting out of Curves. (b) Geology: Basic Knowledge & Application in Projects.
- Fluid Mechanics, Open Channel Flow, Pipe Flow: Fluid Properties; Dimensional Analysis & Modeling; Fluid Dynamics (Flow Kinematics & Measurements); Flow Nets; Viscosity, Boundary Layer & Control; Drag, Lift; Principles in Open Channel Flow; Flow Controls; Hydraulic Jump; Surges; Pipe Networks.
- Highways – Planning & Construction: Methodology; Alignment & Geometric Design; Traffic Surveys & Controls; Principles of Flexible & Rigid Pavement Design.
- **Tunneling – Alignment, Methods of Construction, Disposal of Muck, Drainage, Lighting & Ventilation.
- Hydrology: Hydrological Cycle; Ground Water Hydrology; Well Hydrology & Related Data Analysis; Streams & Their Gauging; River Morphology; Flood, Drought & Their Management; Capacity of Reservoirs.
- Water Resources Engineering: Multipurpose Uses of Water; River Basins & Potential; Irrigation Systems; Canal & Drainage Assessment; Resources – Storages & Their Yields; Distribution Systems; Dispersal Works; Dams, Weirs; Energy Dissipators; Cross Drainage Works & Head-works; Design Concepts in Canal Design, Construction & Maintenance; River Training, Measurement & Analysis of Rainfall.
- IRC Codes, Standard Bidding & Contract Documents, MORTH Specifications for Road & Bridge Works (5th Revision) & Acts/Rules (70% weightage): Key IRC Codes include IRC:5 (General Features), IRC:15 (Road Bridges Loads), IRC:16 (Prime Coat), IRC:19 (Water Bound Macadam), IRC:27 (Bituminous Macadam), IRC:33 (Evaluation of Stabilized Soil Roads), IRC:34 (Salt Infestation), IRC:35 (Earth Embankments), IRC:36 (Flexible Pavements), IRC:37 (Horizontal Curves), IRC:43 (Plants/Tools), IRC:44 (Concrete Mix), IRC:52 (Hill Roads), IRC:54 (Embankment Treatment), IRC:56 (Rural Highways), IRC:57 (Bridges Foundations), IRC:58 (Bituminous Surfaces), IRC:89 (River Training), IRC:93 (Traffic Signals), IRC:112 (Concrete Bridges), IRC:131 (Black Spots), IRC:SP:13 (Culverts), IRC:SP:18 (Bridges Inspection), IRC:SP:19 (Road Projects), IRC:SP:35 (Bridges Maintenance), IRC:SP:37 (Load Capacity). MORTH Specifications (5th Revision) cover road & bridge works. Contract Documents: Standard Bidding for EPC, HAM, BOT; NH Acts & Rules (e.g., NH Act 1956, RFCTLARR Act 2013, Forest Conservation Act 1980, EIA Notification 2006, Wildlife Protection Act 1972).
This syllabus aligns with GATE Civil Engineering patterns, so leverage your past scores if applicable.
How to Apply Online for NHIDCL Recruitment 2025
Follow these step-by-step application instructions to submit your form before the deadline:
- Visit the official NHIDCL website: nhidcl.com.
- Navigate to the “Current Openings” or “Recruitment” section.
- Click on the “Apply Online for Technical Cadre Posts 2025” link.
- Register with your email and mobile number; verify via OTP.
- Fill in personal, educational, and experience details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of documents: Photo, Signature, Degree Certificate, Experience Letters, Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable), and GATE Score (if relevant).
- Pay the application fee (details in notification; exemptions for reserved categories).
- Review and submit the form; take a printout for records.
Important: Applications are online only. The detailed advertisement with timelines will be uploaded soon—keep checking the site. For queries, contact the General Manager (Recruitment) at the provided email.
Salary and Career Prospects
Selected candidates will receive IDA Pattern pay scales with perks like HRA, medical benefits, and pension. Entry-level E4 starts at approx. ₹60,000–₹1,80,000, scaling up to E7 at ₹1,20,000–₹2,80,000 (pre-revised). With NHIDCL’s growth in mega-projects, expect rapid promotions and skill-building opportunities.
Final Tips to Crack NHIDCL Recruitment 2025
- Prepare Smart: Focus 70% on aptitude and 30% on technicals; practice previous GATE papers.
- Stay Updated: Monitor nhidcl.com for the full notification and syllabus PDF.
- Common Pitfalls: Double-check eligibility; incomplete forms lead to rejection.
- Why Now?: With India’s infra budget soaring, NHIDCL roles offer job security and impact.
The NHIDCL Recruitment 2025 is more than a job—it’s a gateway to legacy projects. Apply by 31st December 2025 and gear up for a rewarding career in civil engineering. Got questions? Drop them in the comments below. Share this post with fellow engineers, and good luck!
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