CGI Apprentice Hiring 2026 is live! India’s top IT consulting giant, CGI, has opened 3 Apprentice positions across Bangalore and Hyderabad for B.E/B.Tech freshers from the 2024, 2025, and 2026 graduating batches. If you are looking to launch your IT career with a globally respected organisation, this is your chance. CGI — ranked among the world’s largest IT and business consulting firms with 91,000+ Partners across 40+ countries — is hiring under its Software Development & Engineering division. Read this complete guide for role details, eligibility, skills required, and direct application links for all three positions.
CGI Apprentice Hiring 2026 – Quick Snapshot
| Position ID | Role | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| J0526-1168 | Apprentice – Application Dev / Production Support | Bangalore, Karnataka | 🟢 NEW – Open |
| J0526-1035 | Apprentice – Python Full Stack with AI | Bangalore, Karnataka | 🟢 NEW – Open |
| J0526-0365 | Apprentice – Java / Support | Hyderabad, Telangana | 🟢 Open |
About CGI
Founded in 1976, CGI is one of the largest IT and business consulting firms in the world. With operations spanning 40+ countries and a workforce of over 91,000 consultants and professionals, CGI partners with leading organisations in sectors like government, financial services, healthcare, and utilities.
In India, CGI has a strong delivery presence in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Mumbai, and Pune. What makes CGI unique is its culture — it calls its employees “Partners” rather than staff, reflecting values of ownership, belonging, and shared success. CGI is publicly listed on the TSX (GIB.A) and NYSE (GIB).
For freshers, CGI’s Apprentice programme is one of the best launchpads into enterprise-level IT work — you work on real client projects, under experienced engineers, from Day 1.
Opening 1 – Apprentice (Application Dev / Production Support) | Bangalore | J0526-1168
Role Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | CGI |
| Role | Apprentice – Application Development & Production Support |
| Position ID | J0526-1168 |
| Category | Software Development / Engineering |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Eligibility | B.E / B.Tech (any specialisation) |
| Batch | 2024 / 2025 / 2026 Pass-outs |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Employment Type | Full Time (Rotational Shifts) |
| Salary | Not Disclosed (Competitive) |
| Apply Mode | Online – CGI Njoyn Portal |
Role Overview
This role is part of the maintenance and production support track. As an Apprentice, you will be onboarded into application development and applications administration workflows, working alongside experienced engineers on live enterprise systems. Strong written and spoken English communication is essential — you will regularly interact with stakeholders, ticket reporters, and platform owners.
Key Responsibilities
- Application Development – Contribute to enhancements and bug-fixes on production-grade enterprise applications
- Applications Administration – Monitor application health, manage configurations, and assist with environment maintenance
- Database Operations – Run queries, troubleshoot data issues, and support routine database housekeeping
- Application Deployment – Support build and release activities, deployments, and post-deployment validations
- Production Support – Triage incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and resolve user-facing issues within agreed SLAs
- Stakeholder Communication – Update ticket reporters, document workarounds, and escalate effectively
- Shift Readiness – Work in rotational shifts and extended hours when required
Key Skills Required
Application Development Applications Administration Database Deployment Production Support Communication
🔗 Apply Here
Apply for J0526-1168 on CGI Njoyn Portal
Opening 2 – Apprentice – Python Full Stack with AI | Bangalore | J0526-1035
Role Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | CGI |
| Role | Apprentice – Python Full Stack with AI (ASOP Support) |
| Position ID | J0526-1035 |
| Category | Software Development / Engineering |
| Location | Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Eligibility | B.E / B.Tech in CS / IT or related field |
| Batch | 2024 / 2025 / 2026 Pass-outs |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Salary | Not Disclosed (Competitive) |
| Apply Mode | Online – CGI Njoyn Portal |
Role Overview
This role is mapped to the ASOP tool suite support team in Bangalore. As an ASOP Support Apprentice, you will work alongside senior engineers to provide L1/L2 production support to end users of CGI’s ASOP platform. The ideal candidate is curious about AI and automation, enjoys ticketing workflows, and wants hands-on exposure to the Atlassian ecosystem (Jira, JSM, Confluence). Familiarity with Python and AI platforms (Azure AI, OpenAI, or Google Cloud AI) is a strong plus.
Key Responsibilities
- ASOP Support Operations – Respond to end-user queries via Jira/JSM and resolve or route them effectively
- Incident Triage – Diagnose issues, troubleshoot problems, and provide timely resolution
- Ticket Management – Log, track, and update support tickets; keep users informed on status
- Stakeholder Communication – Communicate professionally with customers and internal users about resolution steps
- Process Mapping – Participate in documentation exercises to improve the support workflow
- Cross-Team Coordination – Collaborate with development, QA, and network teams for joint problem resolution
- Continuous Improvement – Stay updated on product knowledge and suggest process improvements
What You Will Learn
- Triage support model and incident management practices
- Atlassian core applications – Jira, JSM, and Confluence
- ASOP add-ons and CGI’s associated applications
- Stakeholder communication and change management
- Hands-on exposure to AI platforms – Azure AI, OpenAI, Google Cloud AI
Key Skills Required
Python AI Exposure (Azure AI / OpenAI / Google Cloud AI) Atlassian – Jira, JSM, Confluence Database Basics Production Support Communication
🔗 Apply Here
Apply for J0526-1035 on CGI Njoyn Portal
Opening 3 – Apprentice – Java / Support | Hyderabad | J0526-0365
Role Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Company | CGI |
| Role | Apprentice – Java / Support |
| Position ID | J0526-0365 |
| Category | Software Development / Engineering |
| Location | Hyderabad, Telangana, India |
| Eligibility | B.E / B.Tech (any specialisation) |
| Batch | 2024 / 2025 / 2026 Pass-outs |
| Experience | Freshers |
| Employment Type | Full Time (Rotational Shifts) |
| Salary | Not Disclosed (Competitive) |
| Apply Mode | Online – CGI Njoyn Portal |
Role Overview
The Hyderabad opening is for the Apprentice – Java / Support role within CGI’s Software Development & Engineering division. Selected candidates will work on Java-based application development and production support, with exposure to Angular, SQLite, and Python. You will work in shifts and may be required to extend hours based on project requirements — giving you strong exposure to enterprise-level environments, real client-facing projects, and modern web stacks from Day 1.
Key Responsibilities
- Java Application Development – Build and maintain Java-based applications under the guidance of senior engineers
- Application Support – Provide L1/L2 production support, triage incidents, and resolve issues within SLAs
- Front-End Work – Contribute to UI components using Angular and integrate with backend Java APIs
- Scripting & Automation – Use Python for automation, log analysis, batch jobs, and utility scripts
- Database Operations – Query, design, and maintain data using SQLite and other relational databases
- Stakeholder Communication – Maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders and team leads
- Shift Readiness – Work in rotational shifts and extended hours per project schedule
- Continuous Learning – Actively pursue knowledge in latest technologies and frameworks
Required Skills
| Skill | Details |
|---|---|
| Java | Strong Core Java and OOPs fundamentals; Spring / Spring Boot is a plus |
| Python | Working knowledge for scripting and automation |
| Angular | Familiarity with components, routing, and basic state management |
| SQLite | Comfort writing and optimising SQL queries on SQLite / any RDBMS |
| Communication | Excellent written and verbal English skills |
| Problem-Solving | Strong analytical thinking and debugging ability |
🔗 Apply Here
Apply for J0526-0365 on CGI Njoyn Portal
CGI Apprentice Hiring 2026 – Eligibility Summary
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | B.E / B.Tech (CS / IT preferred for J0526-1035; any stream for others) |
| Batch | 2024, 2025, or 2026 Pass-outs |
| Experience | Freshers only |
| Location | Bangalore (2 roles) / Hyderabad (1 role) |
| Work Mode | Onsite, Full Time |
| Shifts | Rotational / Extended hours as required |
Why Join CGI as an Apprentice?
- Global Exposure – Work with one of the world’s top 5 IT consulting firms, serving clients across 40+ countries
- Real Projects from Day 1 – No dummy work; you get assigned to live enterprise applications and real client support queues
- Partner Culture – CGI treats every employee as a business partner, not just a resource
- AI & Modern Tech – Exposure to cutting-edge platforms like Azure AI, OpenAI, and Google Cloud AI
- Skill Diversity – From Java to Python to Atlassian tools to Angular — broad technical exposure in a single role
- Career Growth – CGI’s internal mobility and learning culture makes it a strong foundation for a long IT career
How to Apply for CGI Apprentice Hiring 2026
- Click the Apply Now link for the role you want (see links above)
- You will be redirected to CGI’s official Njoyn recruitment portal
- Create an account or log in
- Fill in your details, upload your resume, and submit
- Keep an eye on your registered email for next steps