The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), an independent business division under the Digital India Corporation under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has announced recruitment for AI Engineer and Senior Data Scientist positions on a contract basis. There are three posts in total, two for AI Engineer and one for Senior Data Scientist. The roles involve building AI-enabled applications, document intelligence and data science capabilities for e-Governance projects under the Digital India Programme, with posting in New Delhi.
NeGD AI Engineer and Senior Data Scientist Recruitment 2026
Posted 06 Oct 2026Updated 06 Oct 2026N/9/2026-NeGD
Total Vacancies
3
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Online
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 15 Oct 2026
- Notification30 Sept
- Applications Open
- Applications Closed15 Oct
About NeGD AI Engineer and Senior Data Scientist Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National e-Governance Division
- Advertisement No.
- N/9/2026-NeGD
- Post Name
- AI Engineer and Senior Data Scientist
- Job Location
- New Delhi, Delhi
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 55 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Pay Scale
- Maximum up to Rs. 38,50,008 per year for both posts
- Tenure
- Initially for a period of 3 years, extendable as per the requirement of the project
- Notice Period
- One month notice, or one month's salary in lieu of the notice period
Vacancy Breakdown
AI Engineer
2
Senior Data Scientist
1
Total3
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| AI Engineer | 2 |
| Senior Data Scientist | 1 |
| Grand Total | 3 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
AI Engineer2 posts
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related field from a recognised university. Strong foundation in data structures, algorithms, distributed systems and applied machine learning essential.
- Experience
- Minimum 5-9 years of professional experience in full-stack application development, of which at least three (3) years on AI or large language model-enabled applications taken to production and used by real users. Demonstrable delivery of at least two production systems involving retrieval-augmented generation, document intelligence, conversational AI or agentic workflow automation.
- Desirable Qualification
- Master's degree (M.Tech/M.S./MCA) in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence or a related field
- Place of Posting
- New Delhi, transferable to project locations of NeGD as per existing policy of NeGD/DIC
Senior Data Scientist1 post
- Qualification
- Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Economics or a related quantitative field from a recognised university. Strong foundation in linear algebra, probability theory, statistical inference, time-series analysis and optimisation essential.
- Experience
- Minimum 6-10 years of experience in applied data science and machine learning, of which at least four (4) years on models deployed to production and used by real users, not limited to proof-of-concept or notebook-stage work. Demonstrable depth in at least three of anomaly detection and fraud analytics, time-series and probabilistic forecasting, predictive risk scoring on operational data, computer vision on satellite, aerial or drone imagery, econometric, price or tariff modelling, graph and network analytics.
- Desirable Qualification
- Master's degree (M.Tech/M.S./M.Sc.) or PhD in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Statistics or a related field highly desirable; exceptional candidates with a Bachelor's degree and significant applied experience may be considered
- Place of Posting
- New Delhi, transferable to project locations of NeGD as per existing policy of NeGD/DIC
Age Limit
Maximum 55 years on the closing date of receipt of application
Selection Process
- 1Screening of Applications
Screening based on qualifications, age and relevant experience; NeGD may fix a higher threshold of qualification and experience and limit the number of candidates called for interview.
- 2Interview
Only shortlisted candidates are invited for the interview.
Salary Structure
Maximum up to Rs. 38,50,008 per year for both posts
How to Apply
- 1Open the NeGD online application portal.
- 2Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational and contact details.
- 3Upload the photograph, signature and certificates in the prescribed format.
- 4Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
- 5Review all the details carefully and submit the form before the last date.
- 6Save or print a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Photograph
•Signature
•Certificates
•A No Objection Certificate from the employer for candidates already in regular or contractual employment under Central or State Government
•PSUs or Autonomous Bodies
Important Details
- Candidates already in regular or contractual employment under Central or State Government, Public Sector Undertakings or Autonomous Bodies are expected to apply through proper channel or attach a No Objection Certificate from the employer with the application, or produce it at the time of interview.
- The positions are purely temporary and project-based for NeGD/DIC, and appointees acquire no right or claim to permanent appointment.
- NeGD may terminate the appointment with one month's notice or by paying one month's salary in lieu, and reserves the right to fill all, some or none of the advertised positions.
Position-wise Experience and Budget
AI Engineer
Years of Experience: 5-9 yrs
Vacancy: 02
Senior Data Scientist
Years of Experience: 6-10 yrs
Vacancy: 01
| Position | Years of Experience | Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| AI Engineer | 5-9 yrs | 02 |
| Senior Data Scientist | 6-10 yrs | 01 |
Budget: Maximum up to Rs. 38,50,008 per year
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 24301932
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates already employed in government service or a PSU apply?
Yes. Such candidates are expected to apply through proper channel or attach a No Objection Certificate from the employer with the application, or produce it at the interview.
Is the posting fixed at New Delhi?
The place of posting is New Delhi, but it is transferable to project locations of NeGD as per the existing policy of NeGD and DIC.
Is a Master's degree mandatory for these posts?
No. A Bachelor's degree (B.E./B.Tech) in the relevant field is the minimum requirement; a Master's degree is only desirable.
What is the tenure of the contract?
The engagement is purely on contract for an initial period of 3 years, extendable as per the requirement of the project.
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