Chief General Manager (Technical) – 06

NHAI Chief General Manager Recruitment 2026

About the Organization

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) operates under the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. It is responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of National Highways in India.

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Job Information

Recruitment Details

• Total Vacancies: 06 (May increase/decrease as per NHAI requirement)
• Selection Procedure:
  • Selection will be through a Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC) based on academic qualifications, professional experience, project management capabilities, and suitability for the position.
  • An interview/interaction may be conducted.
  • Vigilance clearance is required before joining for selected applicants.
• Pay Scale: Level-14 in Pay Matrix (Rs. 144,200 - 218,200 per month)

Application Fee

• Fee for each category: Not Available
• Payment Mode: Not Available

Important Dates

• Notification Published: 07 February 2026
• Start Date to Apply: 07 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 06 March 2026
• Fee Payment Last Date: To be announced
• Exam Date: To be announced
• Result Date: To be announced

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: Not Available
• Maximum Age: 58 Years (for Deputation)
• Age Relaxation: As per government norms for eligible categories.

Post-wise Vacancy

Educational Qualification

Monthly Salary / Pay Scale

• Pay Matrix Level: Level-14 (Rs. 144,200 - 218,200)
• Basic Pay Range: Rs. 144,200 to Rs. 218,200 per month
• Dearness Allowance (DA): As per Government of India norms
• Other Allowances: As applicable to Group-A central government posts
• Pension & Benefits: As per Government of India rules

Other Relevant Details

• Essential Experience: 17 years regular service in a post carrying substantive pay scale of Level 10 or equivalent, with at least 10 years experience in implementation of Infrastructure Sector Projects related to Highways, Roads, or Bridges.
• Desirable Qualifications: Experience in handling Public Private Partnership (PPP) Projects, mega highway/infrastructure development projects, and project management/execution.
• Recruitment Method: Promotion / Deputation through Search-cum-Selection Committee (SCSC).
• Service Liability: All India Service Liability; candidates must be willing to serve anywhere in India.
• Deputation Period: Initial deputation period is 1 to 5 years, extendable up to 7 years based on performance and approvals.
• Important Note for Deputation: Candidates must have more than 2 years of remaining service before superannuation as of the application closing date.

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