National Highways Authority of India Recruitment 2025

Job Overview

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) invites applications from dynamic, committed, and experienced professionals for its 2025 recruitment drive. As India’s premier organization responsible for the development, maintenance, and management of national highways, NHAI offers a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale infrastructure projects nationwide, while building a rewarding career in public service. This recruitment aims to strengthen NHAI’s workforce to meet the challenges of expanding and maintaining highway networks across the country.

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Post Details

*The above numbers are tentative. Final vacancy count will be as per the detailed notification.

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Qualifications

• Junior Engineer (Civil): Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university or institution.

• Assistant Manager (Civil): Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering; preference will be given to candidates with 2–3 years of relevant highway/project experience.

• Accounts Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) / Business Administration / Finance with a minimum of 55% marks. Prior experience in accounting or financial management will be an added advantage.

• HR & Admin Officer: Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources / Business Administration / Public Administration; knowledge of labour laws, administrative procedures, and project support systems preferred.

All candidates must have completed required education by the application closing date, and must meet any additional criteria (e.g., relevant certifications or prior experience) specified in the official notification.

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Salary Details

• Junior Engineer (Civil): ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (IDA Pay scale Level I)

• Assistant Manager (Civil): ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 (IDA Pay scale Level II)

• Accounts Officer: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (IDA Pay scale Level I)

• HR & Admin Officer: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (IDA Pay scale I)

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will be eligible for allowances and benefits as per NHAI rules (e.g., Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, project allowances, medical benefits, pension / provident fund, etc.).

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Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age (as on last date of application):

  • Junior Engineer: 27 years

  • Assistant Manager: 30 years

  • Accounts / HR & Admin Officer: 28 years

Age relaxation as per Government of India / NHAI norms will apply for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, etc.), provided valid certificate is submitted at time of application.

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Application Fee

• General / OBC / EWS Candidates: ₹1,000 (plus applicable GST) — non-refundable

• SC / ST / PwBD / Ex-Servicemen: Exempted / ₹0

• Payment mode: Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking)

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Important Dates

• Release of Official Notification: 15 December 2025

• Start of Online Application: 05 January 2026, 10:00 AM

• Last Date to Submit Application: 04 February 2026, 11:59 PM

• Last Date for Fee Payment: 04 February 2026, 11:59 PM

• Tentative Date for Written Examination: April 2026 (Exact date to be announced)

• Tentative Date for Interview / Skill Test (if applicable): June 2026

Applicants are advised to follow updates on the official NHAI website for any changes to schedule.

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Application Process

1. Visit the official NHAI website “Careers / Recruitments” section.

2. Read the full recruitment notification carefully (in PDF format), including post-specific eligibility, syllabus (if applicable), and instructions.

3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

4. Fill in the online application form: choose the desired Post Name/Post Code, fill personal and educational details, attach photograph and signature, and upload required documents (certificates, category / age relaxation proof, etc.).

5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) via online payment.

6. Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page for future reference.

7. Keep the registration number, email, and password safely for further correspondence and selection process updates.