Post Name(s)
Scientist-C
Scientist-D
Vacancy Details
Post | Vacancies | UR | SC | ST | OBC (NCL) | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Scientist-D | 12 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 |
Scientist-C | 141 | 59 | 21 | 10 | 38 | 13 |
Total | 153 | — | — | — | — | — |
PwBD reservation: 6 posts (included in Scientist-C)
Pay Scale
Post | Pay Level (Salary Range) |
|---|---|
Scientist-C | Level 11 (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700) |
Scientist-D | Level 12 (₹78,800 – ₹2,09,200) |
Educational Qualification
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Technology
ORB-Level (DOEACC) / AMIE / equivalent
Relevant Fields Include:
Computer Science / IT / Electronics / Communication
Cyber Security / Software / Networking
Data Science / AI / Informatics
Mathematics / Statistics / GIS / Remote Sensing
Electrical / Mechanical / Civil / Instrumentation
Experience Required
Post | Experience |
|---|---|
Scientist-C | Minimum 4 years relevant experience |
Scientist-D | Minimum 8 years relevant experience |
Experience must be post-qualification
Applicable in:
R&D institutions
Academic institutions
Govt / Industry organizations
Relaxation:
M.Tech / ME / M.Phil → 2 years relaxation in experience
Age Limit
Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
Scientist-C | 35 years |
Scientist-D | 40 years |
Age calculated as on 21 November 2022
Relaxation:
SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen → As per Govt norms
Govt employees → Additional relaxation applicable
Application Fee
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
SC / ST / PwBD / Women | NIL |
General / Others | ₹800 per post |
Mode: Online only
Non-refundable
Separate fee required for each post
Selection Process
Screening Test (Objective MCQ)
Evaluation of Academic Records
Personal Interview
Exam Pattern
Component | Details |
|---|---|
Type | Objective (MCQ) |
Questions | 150 |
Marks | 150 |
Duration | 3 Hours |
Subjects | Reasoning, Maths, English, Aptitude, Leadership |
Qualifying marks:
General: 60%
OBC: 50%
SC/ST/PwBD: 40%
Shortlisting:
1:6 ratio after screening
1:3 ratio for interview
Important Dates
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Start Date | 08 April 2026 |
Last Date | 30 April 2026 (5:30 PM) |
How to Apply
Click on the 'Apply' button.
Register and create login credentials
Fill application form
Upload required documents
Pay application fee (if applicable)
Submit and download confirmation page
Important Notes
Only online applications accepted
Candidates can apply for multiple posts (separate fee required)
Aadhaar-based authentication used throughout process
Posting anywhere in India or abroad
Govt employees must submit CCA declaration + NOC
Experience must be supported with:
Salary slips
Form 16 / ITR
Appointment & promotion letters
Part-time / internship / trainee experience not counted
No TA/DA for interview
Final selection based on evaluation (120 marks) + interview (30 marks)
Screening test is qualifying in nature