Job Description
Overview
The Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL) has initiated a recruitment drive for the position of Systems Engineer (ITS) on a direct recruitment basis. This role is essential for managing advanced electronic toll collection systems and intelligent transport infrastructure across national highways in India. The organization operates under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and offers a professional environment for engineers to contribute to national infrastructure development.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and implement intelligent transport systems (ITS) to optimize highway traffic flow.
- Monitor and maintain electronic toll collection (ETC) hardware and software systems.
- Collaborate with technical teams to troubleshoot system-level issues and ensure high availability.
- Analyze data from transport systems to improve operational efficiency and safety.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to integrate new technologies into existing highway management frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with technical standards and safety protocols during system deployment.
Why Apply
Joining IHMCL provides an opportunity to work on large-scale national infrastructure projects with a competitive IDA pay structure. The role offers significant career growth potential and the chance to work with cutting-edge transport technology in a stable, government-promoted organization.
Important Dates
- Registration Start: 4 July 2026
- Application Deadline: 2 August 2026
Quick Facts
- Vacancy Count: 30
- Pay Scale: E-2 Grade (50,000 – 1,60,000)
- Location: All India
- Category: Engineering Recruitment
IHMCL Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 30 Systems Engineer (ITS) Posts via GATE Score Overview
Registration Date
04 Jul 2026 –
02 Aug 2026
Salary
50,000 – 1,60,000
Vacancies
30
Eligibility
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Application Link
Vacancy Details
- Systems Engineer (ITS): 30 Posts (UR: 14, OBC: 8, SC: 4, ST: 1, EWS: 3)
How to Apply
- Visit the official IHMCL website at http://www.ihmcl.co.in.
- Navigate to the 'Careers' section and select 'New Openings'.
- Locate the advertisement for Systems Engineer (ITS) and click on the online application link.
- Complete the registration process and fill in all required personal and academic details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, Class X certificate, degree certificate, and GATE 2025 scorecard.
- Review the application form thoroughly using the preview option.
- Submit the form and save the generated Unique Reference Number and Application Acknowledgement for future reference.
Cutoff Marks
To be decided by IHMCL based on category-wise GATE 2025 scores.
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee for this recruitment.
Age Limit
21-30 years as of 2 August 2026. Relaxations: SC/ST 5 years, OBC 3 years, PwBD 10-15 years, Ex-servicemen as per rules.
Selection Process
The selection process is primarily based on the merit of the valid GATE 2025 score. IHMCL will determine a category-wise cut-off score to shortlist candidates for further interaction or interviews. If a large number of applications are received, the selection committee will implement additional shortlisting criteria. In the event of a tie in merit scores, the candidate who is older in age will be given preference in the final selection list.
Exam Pattern
Selection is based on GATE 2025 scores in Computer Science and Information Technology (CS), Electronics and Communications Engineering (EC), or Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA).
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Organization
Indian Highways Management Company Limited (IHMCL) is a company promoted by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) along with various concessionaires and financial institutions. Established under the Companies Act, 1956, its primary mandate is to implement and manage Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) systems and Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) across national highways in India. Headquartered in Delhi, the company focuses on enhancing highway management efficiency and traffic conditions through advanced technological solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
IHMCL Recruitment 2026 is a direct recruitment drive by Indian Highways Management Company Limited for 30 posts of Systems Engineer (ITS) in the E-2 Grade, based on valid GATE Score 2025.
The online registration opened on 4 July 2026 at 10:00 AM, and the last date for submission of the online application is 2 August 2026 at 6:00 PM.
The post carries an E-2 Grade pay scale of Rs. 50,000 – Rs. 1,60,000 under the IDA pattern. The indicative monthly salary at the starting Basic Pay would be approximately ₹1,00,000, including Dearness Allowance, Cafeteria Allowance, and House Rent Allowance in X Class Cities, excluding statutory deductions.
Candidates need a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering in Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics and Communications, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a combination of these branches, from a recognized University/Institute.
Yes, selection is based on the candidate's valid GATE Score 2025 in CS, EC, or DA discipline. Candidates must enter their GATE Score exactly as per their official GATE 2025 Scorecard, in the range 0 to 1000.
Candidates must be not less than 21 years and not exceeding 30 years as on the last date of receipt of online applications, with age relaxation applicable for reserved categories, ex-servicemen, and persons with disabilities.
Selection is based on merit of the valid GATE Score 2025, with IHMCL reserving the right to call candidates for interview as per category-wise cut-offs decided subsequently.
Yes, all selected candidates must execute a Service Bond of Rs. 3.00 lakh at the time of joining, for serving IHMCL for a minimum period of 3 years from the date of joining.
