Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Noida

Uttar Pradesh
Fees: Approx. 90,000 for 6-Month PGDAC; 1,10,000 per year for M.Tech
Average Package: 7.50 LPA
Highest Package: 24.00 LPA

About Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Noida

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), located in the institutional hub of Sector 62, Noida, is the premier Research and Development organization of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. Globally renowned as the institution that designed and built India's first supercomputer (the PARAM series), C-DAC stands at the absolute vanguard of IT research, High-Performance Computing (HPC), Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber Security. While primarily an apex R&D body executing mission-critical projects for the government, defense, and space sectors, C-DAC also functions as an elite educational powerhouse. Its formal postgraduate degree programs (M.Tech and MBA) are rigorously affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi. The academic architecture of C-DAC Noida is hyper-specialized and designed to bridge the gap between academic engineering and high-end industrial R&D. The institution is most famous for its flagship, incredibly rigorous 6-month Post Graduate Diploma programs, specifically the PG Diploma in Advanced Computing (PGDAC) and PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics (PGDBDA). These intensive courses are revered as the 'gold standard' by the global IT industry. Furthermore, the institute offers elite, low-intake M.Tech programs in Computer Science and IT, alongside a specialized MBA focusing on IT management. The pedagogy at C-DAC is unlike any traditional college; students are immersed in a 10-to-12-hour daily grind of high-level coding, algorithm design, and real-time server deployment under the direct mentorship of senior government scientists and industry architects. Infrastructure at C-DAC Noida is monumental and globally benchmarked. Scholars have exclusive access to advanced cyber security and digital forensics labs, AI research centers, and high-performance computing grids linked to the National Supercomputing Mission. Because it is an institutional R&D campus, students are exposed to a highly mature, corporate-style environment featuring smart classrooms, expansive digital libraries, and top-tier auditorium spaces. Supported by an aggressive centralized Common Campus Placement Programme (CCPP), C-DAC graduates boast a near 100% placement rate. Recruiting giants consistently include global investment banks, elite product-based software companies like Amdocs and Honeywell, and even C-DAC's own internal R&D divisions, making it the apex destination for IT mastery in India.

Admission Process

Admissions to the elite PG Diploma courses (PGDAC, PGDBDA) are strictly through the highly competitive, national-level C-DAC Common Admission Test (C-CAT). Admissions for M.Tech and MBA are conducted via GATE and GGSIPU CET counseling.

Cutoffs

Candidates must hold a relevant B.Tech/B.E. or MCA/M.Sc degree with a minimum of 50% marks to be eligible for the C-CAT exam. High C-CAT ranks are mandatory for high-demand courses like PGDAC.

Rankings & Recognition

Recognized globally as the premier Government of India R&D and training institution for Advanced Computing and IT.

Top Recruiters & Placements

C-DAC R&D Divisions,Amdocs,Honeywell,Bank of America,Nokia,John Deere,TCS,Wipro,Infosys

Scholarships

C-DAC occasionally provides fee waivers or stipends to top-ranking C-CAT candidates and highly supports government SC/ST reimbursement schemes.

Student Life & Campus

Student life is exceptionally intense, rigorous, and highly intellectual. Trainees spend 10-12 hours a day coding, deploying servers, and engaging in high-level software development boot camps, preparing them for the absolute top-tier of the IT industry.

Facilities

PARAM Supercomputing Facilities,Advanced Cyber Security & Forensics Labs,Big Data Analytics & AI Research Centers,High-Tech Smart Classrooms,Central Digital Library & R&D Archives,Corporate Seminar Halls & Auditorium,Cafeteria,Wi-Fi Enabled Institutional Campus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is C-DAC?

C-DAC is the premier Research and Development organization of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, responsible for designing India's PARAM supercomputers.

Is C-DAC Noida a university?

No, C-DAC is a government R&D institution. Its highly prestigious 6-month PG Diploma courses are its own flagship certifications, while its M.Tech and MBA degrees are formally affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi.

Courses & Fees

  • PG Diploma in Advanced Computing (PGDAC) - 90,000
  • PG Diploma in Big Data Analytics (PGDBDA) - 1,15,000
  • PG Diploma in IT Infrastructure, Systems & Security (PGDITISS) - 90,000
  • M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering - 1,10,000
  • M.Tech in Information Technology - 1,10,000
  • Master of Business Administration (IT) - 1,00,000

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Pros

  • Apex Government of India R&D organization providing unparalleled exposure to supercomputing and AI
  • The PGDAC and PGDBDA certifications are considered the gold standard by top IT product and service companies
  • Near 100% placement rate in elite IT and software conglomerates
  • Highly accessible location in Sector 62 Noida directly connected to the Metro

Cons

  • Extremely grueling and rigorous 6-month PG Diploma schedules (often 10-12 hours a day)
  • Admissions via the C-CAT exam are exceptionally competitive nationally

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Notifications & Updates

  • C-DAC C-CAT 2026 Registrations Open (2026-06-01)

Location

B-30, Institutional Area, Sector 62, Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh 201307

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Contact Details

Phone: 0120-3063311

Email: training-noida@cdac.in

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