The National Highways & Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL), a key player in building and maintaining national highways in India’s North-Eastern Region (NER), Hilly States, and Border & Strategic Areas, has launched a fresh recruitment drive. This initiative focuses on empowering local talent through the State Specific Graduate Scheme (SSGS), a component of their Young Professionals Scheme.
If you’re a recent or soon-to-graduate Civil Engineer from a top-ranked institute and hail from one of the target states/UTs, this could be your chance to contribute to critical infrastructure projects while gaining valuable experience.
About NHIDCL and the SSGS Initiative
NHIDCL, established in 2015 under the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), is dedicated to developing infrastructure in challenging terrains. The SSGS aims to train and engage local graduates, fostering long-term capacity building in the states where NHIDCL operates. It’s a contractual role designed to build a pool of skilled professionals for ongoing and future projects.
Key Details of the Recruitment
Total Vacancies: 64 Position: Associate (on a contractual basis) Tenure: Initially 2 years, extendable by 1 year (up to a maximum of 3 years), subject to performance review by the Consultants’ Review Committee.
State-wise Vacancy Breakdown:
| State/UT | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Assam | 15 |
| Arunachal Pradesh | 5 |
| Jammu & Kashmir | 5 |
| Manipur | 5 |
| Meghalaya | 5 |
| Mizoram | 5 |
| Nagaland | 5 |
| Sikkim | 5 |
| Tripura | 5 |
| Uttarakhand | 5 |
| Ladakh | 2 |
| West Bengal | 2 |
| Total | 64 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential Qualification: Graduation in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) from IITs, NITs, or institutions ranked in the top 100 in the Engineering category of the latest NIRF Rankings (year of graduation or preceding year).
- Experience: 0-2 years post-qualification.
- Age Limit: Maximum 30 years.
- Domicile Requirement: Must be a domicile holder of the specific State/UT for which you’re applying.
- Other Notes: Fresh graduates and final-year students (likely to complete before joining) are encouraged to apply.
Remuneration and Benefits
- Monthly Consultancy Fee: ₹70,000 – ₹80,000 (inclusive of all taxes; fixed/approved by Competent Authority).
- Annual Increment: 5% enhancement allowed.
- No Additional Allowances: The fee covers everything; no other facilities provided.
Roles and Responsibilities
As an Associate, you’ll assist in key project areas, including:
- Reviewing feasibility studies, DPRs, and alignment plans.
- Coordinating land acquisition, utility shifting, and statutory clearances.
- Monitoring construction progress, quality, and safety through field visits.
- Supporting contract management, documentation, and MIS.
- Ensuring compliance with IRC/MoRTH standards.
- Post-construction support during defect liability period.
You’ll undergo a 3-day induction module and may face periodic competency tests.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted only online via the NHIDCL Resource Pool Portal (link: https://www.nhidcl.com/application/help/desk).
- Start Date: 18 December 2025 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date: 12 January 2026 (05:00 PM)
Keep your email active for updates, and regularly check the NHIDCL website (www.nhidcl.com) under “Careers” for any corrigenda.
Important Terms
- Purely contractual; no employee status with NHIDCL.
- Background verification is mandatory; unsatisfactory results may lead to cancellation.
- All disputes fall under Delhi High Court jurisdiction.
- Refer to the full scheme guidelines for details: Scheme for Young Professionals.
This recruitment is a golden opportunity for young engineers to kickstart their careers in infrastructure development, especially in the North-East and border regions. If you meet the criteria, don’t miss out—apply early and contribute to building India’s connectivity!
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