Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, has invited online applications for 51 posts on contract basis under the “Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER) – Phase-III” project on River Ganga, funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) under the Namami Gange Programme, vide Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R). Vacancies cover Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator and Field Assistant, with monthly consolidated emoluments from Rs. 38,741 to Rs. 1,71,597. The online application window runs from 24.08.2026 to 07.09.2026 (23:59 hrs), and there is no application fee for any post.
⚡ QUICK FACTS
🎓 Eligibility
10+2 / Degree / PG (post-wise)
📌 Vacancies
51 Posts
💰 Salary
Rs. 38,741 – 1,71,597/month
🗓️ Last Date
07.09.2026
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant |
| Organization | Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R) |
| Location | Delhi (CPCB Head Office), Uttar Pradesh (RD-Lucknow), West Bengal (RD-Kolkata), Chandigarh (RD-Chandigarh) |
| Total Vacancies | 51 Posts (Scientist-D 01, Scientist-C 08, Scientist-B 12, Assistant Manager Finance 03, Administrative Assistant 01, Scientific Assistant 13, Taxonomist 01, Data Entry Operator 04, Field Assistant 08) — no reservation for these appointments |
| Qualification | Varies by post — 10+2 (Science) with 55% for Field Assistant; Bachelor’s Degree / B.E.-B.Tech / BCA for assistant-level posts; First Class Master’s in Environmental / Natural Science or B.E.-B.Tech with GATE / NET-JRF or publications for Scientist posts. See post-wise table below. |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit 27 to 50 years depending on the post, reckoned as on the last date (07.09.2026). No age relaxation is offered. |
| Selection Process | Online Application → Screening / Shortlisting → Written Test (if large number of applicants) → Interview at Delhi → Document Verification |
| Pay Scale | Consolidated monthly pay from Rs. 38,741 (Field Assistant) up to Rs. 1,71,597 (Scientist-D) |
| How to Apply | Apply online only, through the Online Recruitment Application Portal linked under the “Jobs” heading on the CPCB website |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | cpcb.gov.in – Jobs |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | August 2026 |
| Online Application Starts (Date of Commencement) | 24.08.2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last Date for Submission of Online Application | 07.09.2026, 23:59 Hrs |
| Cut-off Date for Age, Qualification & Experience | 07.09.2026 (last date of application) |
| Written Test / Interview Date | To be published on the CPCB website in due course |
| Place of Interview | Delhi |
| Project Funded Up To | 06.05.2028 (may be extended) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee / Intimation Charge |
|---|---|
| All Categories (General / OBC / EWS / SC / ST / PwBD / Female) | Nil — There is No Application Fee for applying to any post |
| Mode of Payment | Not applicable (no fee payable) |
Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Name of Post | No. of Posts | Upper Age Limit | Monthly Emoluments (Consolidated) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scientist-D | 01 | 50 Years | Rs. 1,71,597/- |
| 2 | Scientist-C | 08 | 45 Years | Rs. 1,48,997/- |
| 3 | Scientist-B | 12 | 35 Years | Rs. 1,25,380/- |
| 4 | Assistant Manager (Finance) | 03 | 35 Years | Rs. 1,19,272/- |
| 5 | Administrative Assistant | 01 | 35 Years | Rs. 77,654/- |
| 6 | Scientific Assistant (SA) | 13 | 35 Years | Rs. 77,654/- |
| 7 | Taxonomist | 01 | 35 Years | Rs. 65,031/- |
| 8 | Data Entry Operator | 04 | 32 Years | Rs. 57,498/- |
| 9 | Field Assistant | 08 | 27 Years | Rs. 38,741/- |
| Total | 51 | — | — |
Place of Posting: RD-Lucknow, RD-Kolkata, RD-Chandigarh and CPCB Head Office, Delhi. The Board reserves the right to post selected candidates at any of these locations. There will be no reservation for these appointments, and the number of posts is liable to increase or decrease as per requirement.
Post-wise Essential Qualification & Experience
| Post | Essential Qualification | Required Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-D | First Class Master’s in Environmental Science / Natural Science, OR First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering / Technology (Environmental / Chemical / Civil / Energy and Environment / Biotechnology); AND cumulative impact factor of published papers not less than 10 (UGC-CARE / Scopus indexed only), OR minimum five book / edited book chapters with ISBN from peer-reviewed publishers, OR minimum five technical reports published by CPCB / SPCB. | 7 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management; familiarity with environmental norms and data analytics. |
| Scientist-C | First Class Master’s in Environmental Science / Natural Science, OR First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering / Technology (Environmental / Chemical / Civil / Energy and Environment / Biotechnology); AND cumulative impact factor not less than 7 (UGC-CARE / Scopus indexed only), OR minimum three book / edited book chapters with ISBN, OR minimum three technical reports published by CPCB / SPCB. | 5 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the same fields as above. |
| Scientist-B | First Class Master’s in Environmental Science / Natural Science, OR First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering / Technology (Environmental / Chemical / Civil / Energy and Environment / Biotechnology); AND valid GATE score with 90% and above percentile / NET-JRF qualified. | 3 years of relevant experience from reputed organizations in the same fields; candidates with relevant research / teaching experience shall also be considered. |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | First Class Master’s Degree in Commerce (Finance & Accounting / Taxation), OR Chartered Accountant, OR MBA (Finance & Accounting). | 8 years’ post-qualification experience — computers and office software (MS Word, Excel, advanced), spreadsheet and database packages, minimum 2 years of tax experience, accounting entries in Tally & QuickBooks, preparation of vouchers, online returns for TDS / GST / PF / ESI / STPI, and payroll preparation and management. |
| Administrative Assistant | First Class Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University or equivalent, with working knowledge of computers. Desirable: First Class Post-Graduation degree. | Minimum 05 years post-qualification experience of administration work, preferably in Govt. / PSU / Autonomous bodies in the relevant area in Rs. 4200 grade pay or equivalent; must pass the skill test based on noting & drafting. |
| Scientific Assistant (SA) | First Class Master’s in Environmental Science / Natural Science, OR First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering / Technology (Environmental / Chemical / Civil / Energy and Environment / Biotechnology); AND valid GATE score with 90% and above percentile / NET-JRF qualified. | Not specified in notification |
| Taxonomist | First Class M.Sc. Desirable: Master’s Degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks or equivalent; AND valid GATE score with 90% and above percentile / NET-JRF qualified; AND cumulative impact factor not less than 7 (UGC-CARE / Scopus indexed), OR at least one book / edited book chapter with ISBN, OR at least one technical report published by CPCB / SPCB. | Not specified in notification |
| Data Entry Operator | First Class Bachelor Degree in Science / BCA. Shall pass the skill test in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint), English typing speed @45 wpm and Hindi typing speed @35 wpm, only on computer. | Not specified in notification |
| Field Assistant | Passed 10+2 in Science with minimum 55%, with knowledge of water / wastewater sampling and sample preservation. | Not specified in notification |
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Only candidates of Indian Nationality can apply for these posts. |
| Educational Qualification | Post-wise — 10+2 (Science, 55%) for Field Assistant up to First Class Master’s / B.E.-B.Tech with publications or GATE / NET-JRF for Scientist posts. Degrees must be from full-time regular courses at recognized Indian Universities / Institutes. |
| Age Limit | Upper age limit of 27, 32, 35, 45 or 50 years depending on the post (see Vacancy Details table), reckoned as on the last date of application, 07.09.2026. |
| Age Relaxation | No age relaxation is given — neither for in-service or ex-servicemen candidates nor for weaker sections. |
| Reservation | There will be no reservation for these appointments. |
| Ph.D. Period | Period spent on acquiring a Ph.D. degree will not be counted as experience. |
| Engineering vs Science Streams | Candidates with a Bachelor’s in Engineering / Technology or an integrated Master’s in Engineering / Technology will be considered for posts marked for engineering / technology streams; otherwise candidates will be considered for posts marked for science streams. |
| Final Year / Results Awaited | Final-year appearing candidates are not eligible. Candidates who have received a degree or a valid provisional certificate as on the closing date of application can apply. |
| No Objection Certificate | Applicants serving in Govt. / Semi-Govt. / PSUs / Autonomous Organizations must obtain an NOC from their employer and produce it at document verification. |
| Application Restriction | Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately for each post. Multiple registrations for the same post using a single Email-ID are not allowed. |
| Nature of Engagement | Purely contractual, initially for one year, extendable case-to-case; co-terminus with the SER Phase-III project. No right to claim regularization or absorption in CPCB’s regular vacancies. |
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Online Application & Registration | Two-step process on the CPCB Online Recruitment Application Portal: registration (name, post, essential qualification, date of birth, e-mail, mobile) generating a Registration Number, followed by login with Registration No. + Date of Birth to fill and submit the full application with uploads. The application must show status “submitted” — otherwise it is treated as incomplete and rejected. |
| Stage 2 — Eligibility Screening / Shortlisting | Only candidates meeting the prescribed educational qualification and experience are called further. If a large number of candidates apply for a position, the Selection / Screening Committee has discretion to shortlist based on a written exam, percentage of marks, desirable qualification, relevant experience, higher qualification or any other criteria deemed fit. Qualification, experience and age are reckoned as on 07.09.2026. |
| Stage 3 — Written Test (if conducted) | Held only where the Committee decides to shortlist through a written exam because of the volume of applications. Marks, duration and syllabus are not specified in the notification; the schedule will be published on the CPCB website. This stage is a shortlisting filter, not the final merit by itself. |
| Stage 4 — Skill Test (post-specific) | Applicable to two posts only: Administrative Assistant must pass a skill test based on noting and drafting; Data Entry Operator must pass a skill test in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with English typing @45 wpm and Hindi typing @35 wpm, on computer only. |
| Stage 5 — Interview | Final selection is made on the basis of interview, or written test followed by interview. Interviews are conducted at Delhi by a selection committee, and may continue to the next day depending on the number of candidates. No TA/DA or accommodation is provided — outstation candidates should arrange a one-day stay at Delhi. |
| Stage 6 — Document Verification & Medical | Recruitment is made through interview subject to document verification — original mark sheets, degrees, testimonials, DOB certificate, experience certificate, self-attested photocopies, Aadhaar (or any Govt.-approved photo ID) and one passport-size photo must be produced. Candidates finally approved must produce a Medical Certificate from an authorized Government Medical Officer at the time of joining. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pay Structure | Consolidated monthly emoluments (project contract engagement) — no pay level / pay matrix applies |
| Scientist-D | Rs. 1,71,597/- per month |
| Scientist-C | Rs. 1,48,997/- per month |
| Scientist-B | Rs. 1,25,380/- per month |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | Rs. 1,19,272/- per month |
| Administrative Assistant / Scientific Assistant | Rs. 77,654/- per month |
| Taxonomist | Rs. 65,031/- per month |
| Data Entry Operator | Rs. 57,498/- per month |
| Field Assistant | Rs. 38,741/- per month |
| Allowances (DA / HRA / Other) | Not specified in notification — the emoluments stated are consolidated |
| Tenure & Other Benefits | Contract initially for one year, extendable case-to-case on performance; co-terminus with the SER Phase-III project (funded up to 06.05.2028). No claim to regularization or absorption in CPCB regular vacancies. No TA/DA for interview. |
How to Apply
- Visit the official CPCB website cpcb.gov.in and open the link provided under the “Jobs” heading to reach the Online Recruitment Application Portal.
- Step 1 – Registration: register with a valid E-mail ID and active mobile number, entering your name exactly as on your degree certificate (this cannot be edited later), the post applied for, essential qualification and date of birth. Note down the Registration Number generated.
- Step 2 – Login: sign in using your Registration No. and Date of Birth (your date of birth is also the password), then fill in post selection, qualification and experience details as per the advertisement.
- Upload the JPEG image of your photograph and signature, and the scanned Experience Certificate(s), PhD discipline copy (if applicable), and the page showing your name as author / co-author of any published paper, book or journal — as per the instructions on the web portal.
- Save each page as you complete it, re-check all entries, and submit the application before 07.09.2026, 23:59 hrs. Confirm the status shows “submitted” and take a printout using the Print button on the portal.
Note: Applications are accepted online only. Once submitted, an application cannot be altered, resubmitted or deleted under any circumstances, and no request to change any entered data will be entertained. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph | JPEG image, uploaded as per the instruction shown on the web portal |
| Signature | JPEG image, uploaded as per the instruction shown on the web portal |
| Experience Certificate(s) | Scanned copy — mandatory upload at the time of application submission |
| PhD Discipline Copy | Scanned copy, if applicable |
| Publication Proof | Scanned page where the name of the author / co-author is mentioned in the published paper, book or journal |
| Original Mark Sheets, Degrees & Testimonials | To be produced in original at document verification, along with self-attested photocopies |
| Date of Birth Certificate | To be produced in original at document verification |
| Aadhaar Card / Government Photo ID | Original photo ID mentioned in the application must be carried to the interview for verification |
| Passport Size Photograph | One photograph to be carried for document verification |
| No Objection Certificate (NOC) | Required for applicants serving in Govt. / Semi-Govt. / PSUs / Autonomous Organizations — candidature will not be considered without it |
| Medical Certificate | From an authorized Government Medical Officer, to be produced by finally approved candidates at the time of joining CPCB |
Important Links
| Apply Online / Official Website | Click Here to Apply Online (CPCB Jobs) |
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not rush the final submission — once an application is submitted it cannot be altered, resubmitted or deleted, and no request to change any detail will be entertained, so keep every detail ready before you start filling the form.
- Enter your name exactly as it appears on your degree certificate at registration — this field cannot be edited afterwards, and the registered e-mail ID and mobile number also cannot be changed later.
- If you are eligible for more than one post, remember to file a separate application for each one — a single application does not cover multiple posts.
- Do not assume any age relaxation or reservation benefit: there is none for these posts, so check the upper age limit for your specific post against 07.09.2026 before applying.
- Save every page of the application as you go — unsaved pages lose all entered data, and an application not showing the status “submitted” is treated as incomplete and rejected.
- Final-year appearing candidates and those with results awaited are not eligible; only a degree or a valid provisional certificate as on the closing date qualifies.
- If you are already serving in a Govt. / PSU / Autonomous body, arrange your No Objection Certificate early — candidature is not considered without it at document verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for CPCB Recruitment 2026 under Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)?
The last date for submission of the online application is 07.09.2026 up to 23:59 hrs.
2. How many vacancies are there in this CPCB recruitment?
There are a total of 51 posts across nine designations, including 13 Scientific Assistant, 12 Scientist-B, 8 Scientist-C and 8 Field Assistant posts.
3. Is there any application fee for CPCB Recruitment 2026?
No — the notification states there is no application fee for applying to any post.
4. What is the salary for these CPCB contract posts?
Consolidated monthly emoluments range from Rs. 38,741 for Field Assistant to Rs. 1,71,597 for Scientist-D.
5. Where will selected candidates be posted?
The place of posting is RD-Lucknow, RD-Kolkata, RD-Chandigarh or CPCB Head Office, Delhi, and the Board reserves the right to post selected candidates at any of these locations.
6. What is the selection process for CPCB Recruitment 2026?
Selection is made on the basis of an interview, or a written test followed by an interview, with shortlisting at the Screening Committee’s discretion if a large number of candidates apply.
7. Is age relaxation or reservation available for these posts?
No — the notification states there is no reservation for these appointments and no age relaxation for in-service candidates, ex-servicemen or weaker sections.
8. Can I apply for more than one post in this CPCB advertisement?
Yes, an applicant fulfilling the eligibility criteria can apply for multiple posts, but a separate application must be submitted for each post.
Helpline: Candidates can contact CPCB at namamigange.cpcb@gov.in or 011-43102474, Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM on working days. Any corrigendum or addendum to this advertisement will be published on the CPCB website only.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
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