- NHAI is inviting applications for a contract-based Draftsman position in the Design Division at its headquarters in New Delhi.
- The role involves creating precise technical drawings, including General Arrangement Drawings (GADs) and structural layouts for highways, bridges, and tunnels.
- Responsibilities include updating drawings based on feedback, ensuring compliance with Indian Road Congress (IRC) codes, and managing CAD files and revision histories.
- The selected candidate will assist in quantity surveying by extracting structural dimensions and material callouts for Bills of Quantities (BOQ) and cost estimates.
- Must utilize advanced CAD software to produce high-precision 2D/3D drawings adhering to standard conventions.
- The position requires geotechnical report analysis, topographical survey interpretation, and schematic layout creation for civil engineering systems.
- The contract duration is initially two years, extendable or curtailable based on NHAI’s requirements and satisfactory performance.
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🎓 Diploma
🎓 Graduate
🎓 Equivalent Qualification
Draftsman Contract Position at NHAI Headquarters
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)
Total Vacancies
1
Job Location
NHAI Headquarters, New Delhi
Apply Deadline
16 Oct 2026
📋 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) (NHAI) |
| Job Category | Technical |
| Eligibility Qualification | Diploma (diploma), Graduate (graduate), Equivalent Qualification (equivalent-qualification) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 Posts |
| Salary / Pay Scale | From ₹75,000 Per Month |
| Age Limits | Maximum 45 Years |
| Gender Eligibility | both |
| Experience Required | • 5: ['5 years of professional experience (mandatory)', '3 years of drafting experience for structures/tunnels (mandatory)'] |
| Application Fee | • Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text. |
📄 Details & Description
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Must have either:
• A recognized High School Examination + Draftsman ITI Certificate OR
• A Diploma in Civil Engineering OR
• A Graduate in Civil Engineering (or equivalent),
AND be proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
- Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience (not eligible without this).
• Minimum 3 years of drafting experience for structures, tunnels, etc. (not eligible without this).
• Additional marks awarded for extra years of experience (up to 10 marks for years beyond 5, up to 20 marks for years beyond 3).
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as of the last date of application submission.
• A recognized High School Examination + Draftsman ITI Certificate OR
• A Diploma in Civil Engineering OR
• A Graduate in Civil Engineering (or equivalent),
AND be proficient in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software.
- Experience:
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience (not eligible without this).
• Minimum 3 years of drafting experience for structures, tunnels, etc. (not eligible without this).
• Additional marks awarded for extra years of experience (up to 10 marks for years beyond 5, up to 20 marks for years beyond 3).
- Age Limit: Maximum 45 years as of the last date of application submission.
⚙️ Selection Process
- Applications will be scrutinized and shortlisted by a Scrutiny/Screening Committee based on eligibility and experience.
- Shortlisted candidates will be recommended for an interview by the Interview/Selection Committee.
- Number of candidates called for the interview will be decided by the Scrutiny/Screening Committee.
- Shortlisted candidates will be recommended for an interview by the Interview/Selection Committee.
- Number of candidates called for the interview will be decided by the Scrutiny/Screening Committee.
🏷️ Category Eligibility & Reservations
All
📂 Required Documents
Not explicitly listed in the notification. Candidates are advised to submit original documents (e.g., educational certificates, experience proof) when required by NHAI.
💳 Application Fee Details
• Message: No explicit mention of an application fee is found in the provided raw job notification text.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q.
How many vacancies are available for the Draftsman position at NHAI?
There is 1 vacancy for the Draftsman position at NHAI Headquarters, New Delhi, though the number may change based on NHAI’s requirements.
Q.
What is the maximum age limit for applying to the Draftsman role?
The maximum age limit for the Draftsman position is 45 years as of the last date of application submission.
Q.
What is the salary for the Draftsman contract position?
The salary for the Draftsman position is ₹75,000 per month, equivalent to an Assistant Manager at NHAI, with annual increments of 5%.
Q.
Is there an application fee for this recruitment?
The notification does not mention any application fee for the Draftsman contract position.
Q.
What is the last date to apply for the Draftsman position at NHAI?
The last date to submit applications for the Draftsman position is 16th October 2026 at 06:00 PM.