CPCB Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 51 Scientist, Scientific Assistant & Field Posts | ChemistryABC
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), functioning under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), has officially released the CPCB Recruitment 2026 notification (Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)).
A total of 51 vacancies are available across scientific, technical, and administrative roles on a contractual basis under the project “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.
For science graduates, postgraduates in Environmental/Natural Sciences, and engineering professionals, this drive offers roles with consolidated pay up to ₹1,71,597 per month.
CPCB Recruitment 2026: Overview Table
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
| Advt. No. | 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R) |
| Project Name | SER-Phase-III Project on River Ganga (NMCG Funded) |
| Total Vacancies | 51 Posts |
| Job Type | Contractual (Initially 1 Year, project valid up to 06.05.2028) |
| Work Locations | Delhi (Head Office), Lucknow, Kolkata, or Chandigarh |
| Interview Location | Delhi |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Fee | ₹0 (No Fee for all categories) |
| Official Portal | cpcb.gov.in |
Important Dates
- Online Application Opening Date: August 24, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: September 7, 2026 (23:59 Hrs)
- Interview Date: To be announced on the CPCB website
Vacancy Details, Upper Age Limit & Monthly Emoluments
| Post Name | Total Posts | Upper Age Limit | Consolidated Salary (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist-D | 01 | 50 Years | ₹1,71,597/- |
| Scientist-C | 08 | 45 Years | ₹1,48,997/- |
| Scientist-B | 12 | 35 Years | ₹1,25,380/- |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 03 | 35 Years | ₹1,19,272/- |
| Administrative Assistant | 01 | 35 Years | ₹77,654/- |
| Scientific Assistant (SA) | 13 | 35 Years | ₹77,654/- |
| Taxonomist | 01 | 35 Years | ₹65,031/- |
| Data Entry Operator (DEO) | 04 | 32 Years | ₹57,498/- |
| Field Assistant | 08 | 27 Years | ₹38,741/- |
| Total | 51 | — | — |
> Note: Age, qualification, and experience will be reckoned as on September 7, 2026. No age relaxation is applicable for reserved or in-service candidates for this contractual project.
Detailed Eligibility Criteria
- Scientist-D (01 Post):
- Education: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental Science / Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech (Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Energy & Env, Biotech).
- Publications: Cumulative Impact Factor \ge 10 (UGC CARE / Scopus) OR 5 books/chapters (ISBN) OR 5 CPCB/SPCB technical reports.
- Experience: 7 years in river/industrial pollution abatement, sewage management, and data analytics.
- Scientist-C (08 Posts):
- Education: Same degree requirements as Scientist-D.
- Publications: Cumulative Impact Factor \ge 7 OR 3 books/chapters OR 3 technical reports.
- Experience: 5 years in environmental management and pollution control.
- Scientist-B (12 Posts):
- Education: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental/Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech in relevant disciplines.
- Exams: Valid GATE score (\ge 90\text{th percentile}) OR NET-JRF qualified.
- Experience: 3 years of practical/research/teaching experience.
- Scientific Assistant (13 Posts):
- Education: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental/Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech in relevant branches.
- Exams: Valid GATE score (\ge 90\text{th percentile}) OR NET-JRF qualified.
- Taxonomist (01 Post):
- Education: 1st Class M.Sc. (Botany/Zoology preferred with \ge 75\%).
- Exams & Publications: GATE (\ge 90\text{th percentile}) or NET-JRF + published papers (Impact Factor \ge 7) or book chapter/technical report.
- Assistant Manager – Finance (03 Posts):
- Education: 1st Class M.Com, CA, or MBA (Finance).
- Experience: 8 years of post-qualification experience in taxation (TDS, GST), Tally/QuickBooks, and payroll.
- Administrative Assistant (01 Post):
- Education: 1st Class Bachelor’s Degree with computer proficiency.
- Experience: 5 years in administration (Level-6/₹4200 Grade Pay equivalent) + skill test in noting and drafting.
- Data Entry Operator (04 Posts):
- Education: 1st Class B.Sc. or BCA.
- Skill Test: English typing @ 45 wpm or Hindi typing @ 35 wpm + MS Office proficiency.
- Field Assistant (08 Posts):
- Education: 10+2 in Science stream with a minimum of 55% marks.
- Skills: Practical knowledge of water and wastewater sampling/preservation.
Selection Process & Application Steps
- Selection Method: Shortlisting via document screening, followed by an Interview in Delhi. If the application volume is high, a screening written test may be conducted.
- Application Fee: NIL (Free for all candidates).
Steps to Apply Online:
- Go to the official CPCB recruitment portal at cpcb.gov.in under the Jobs section.
- Complete Step-1 Registration with a valid email ID, active mobile number, and date of birth.
- Log in with your generated credentials and upload the required scanned documents (Photo, Signature, Experience Certificates, and Publication proofs).
- Review all entries and submit the form before September 7, 2026 (23:59 Hrs).