National Highways Authority of India (NHAI, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways) has released the official recruitment notification for 12 General Manager (GM - Level 13) and Deputy General Manager (DGM - Level 12) vacancies on Deputation basis across Law, Transport Planning, Transport Economics, Environment, Electronics, and Information Technology disciplines. Eligible officers and experienced professionals aged up to 56 years can apply online through nhai.gov.in from 19 August 2026 to 18 September 2026.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 18 August 2026 |
|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 19 August 2026 |
|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 18 September 2026 |
|---|
| Last Date for Parent Dept Forwarding | 18 September 2026 |
|---|
| Interview Schedule | To Be Notified Soon |
|---|
Pay Scale & Fee
| Application Fee | Nil (₹0/- for All Candidates) |
|---|
| General Manager (GM) Pay | Pay Level-13 (₹1,23,100 - ₹2,15,900/-) |
|---|
| Deputy GM (DGM - IT) Pay | Pay Level-12 (₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200/-) |
|---|
| Recruitment Mode | Deputation / Direct / Absorption |
|---|
Age Limit (as on 18-09-2026)
- Maximum Age Limit: 56 Years (for Deputation posts).
- Age relaxation applicable as per Central Government deputation rules.
Selection Process
| Stage 1 | Scrutiny of applications & APAR / ACR verification. |
|---|
| Stage 2 | Personal Interaction / Search-cum-Selection Committee Interview. |
|---|
| Stage 3 | Cadre Clearance & Final Appointment Order. |
|---|
NHAI 2026: Post-wise Vacancy, Qualification & Experience Breakdown
| Post Name | Educational Qualification & Professional Experience Required | Pay Level | Total Posts |
|---|
| General Manager (Law) | Degree in Law (LLB) + 14 years experience (min 6 yrs in arbitration/land acquisition) | Level-13 | 02 |
| General Manager (Transport Planning) | B.Tech (Civil) + PG in Transport Planning + 14 years experience in road project evaluation | Level-13 | 01 |
| General Manager (Transport Economist) | Post Graduate Degree in Economics + 14 years experience in economic analysis of highways | Level-13 | 01 |
| General Manager (Environment) | Degree/PG in Environment Science/Engg or IFS Officer + 14 years experience in EIA/clearances | Level-13 | 01 |
| General Manager (Electronics) | B.Tech in Electronics & Communication (ECE) + 14 years experience in Govt/PSU | Level-13 | 01 |
| General Manager (IT) | B.E / B.Tech / MCA in CS / IT / ECE + 14 years experience in IT/e-Governance | Level-13 | 02 |
| Deputy General Manager (IT) | B.E / B.Tech / MCA in CS / IT / ECE + 6 years experience in IT systems/e-governance | Level-12 | 04 |
| Total Executive Vacancies | 12 Posts |
How to Apply Online for NHAI Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal of NHAI - nhai.gov.in.
- Go to “About Us → Vacancies → Current Openings” on the homepage.
- Click on “Apply Online for GM & DGM Positions 2026”.
- Register with your personal details, official email ID, and mobile number.
- Fill out the online application form with educational degrees, cadre details, present pay scale, and year-wise work experience.
- Upload required scanned documents: Degree certificates, APAR dossiers (last 5 years), Vigilance clearance certificate, integrity certificate, NOC from parent department, photo, and signature.
- Submit the online form before 18 September 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted online application and forward it through Proper Channel (Parent Cadre / Department) along with APARs and Vigilance clearance to NHAI HQ on or before 18 September 2026.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
