Indian Government Offers Up to Rs 4.58 Lakh Monthly for AI Talent

30 Aug 2026, 2:35 pm · 13d ago · 1 min read · OfficeChai

The Indian government is offering competitive remuneration of up to Rs 4.58 lakh per month to attract top-tier artificial intelligence talent, according to a tender reopened by the National e-Governance Division (NeGD). The initiative aims to recruit specialized AI professionals, data scientists, and technology experts to drive public sector AI implementation and national digital initiatives under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). By offering market-aligned compensation packages, the government seeks to bridge the compensation gap with private technology firms, addressing critical talent shortages across state-led digital infrastructure, governance solutions, and AI deployment programs.