The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, has officially released a recruitment advertisement, Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R). The notification invites online applications for direct contractual engagement 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. A total of Various vacancies are available across scientific, technical, administrative, and field cadres.
Eligible 12th-pass (Science), Graduates, Postgraduates, B.E./B. Tech engineers, and CA/MBA professionals can submit their applications online through the official CPCB portal before the closing deadline.
Below are the complete details regarding this recruitment drive, including post-wise vacancies, consolidated monthly remuneration, eligibility criteria, selection procedure, and step-by-step application instructions.
Recruitment Overview
- Organization: Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change
- Project Name: Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER)-Phase-III Project on River Ganga (Namami Gange Programme)
- Advertisement Number: 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)
- Post Names: Scientist (D, C, B), Scientific Assistant, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator (DEO), Field Assistant
- Total Vacancies: Various Posts
- Nature of Engagement: Contractual (Initially for 1 year, extendable based on performance and project requirements)
- Monthly Emoluments: ₹38,741 – ₹1,71,597/- per month (Consolidated)
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Application Fee: Nil (No application fee for any category)
Important Dates
- Online Application Starts From: August 24, 2026 (10:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: September 07, 2026 (up to 11:59 PM)
- Cut-Off Date for Age & Qualification: September 07, 2026
- Written Test / Interview Date: To be notified on the official website
Educational Qualification & Experience Requirements
- Scientist-D: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental/Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy & Environment/Biotechnology) with a cumulative impact factor ≥10 OR 5 Books/Chapters/Reports, plus 7 years of relevant practical experience in pollution control and water management.
- Scientist-C: Same educational qualifications as Scientist-D with an impact factor ≥7 OR 3 Books/Chapters/Reports, plus 5 years of relevant experience.
- Scientist-B: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental/Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech (relevant branches) with a valid GATE score (≥90 percentile) or NET-JRF, plus 3 years of relevant research/field experience.
- Assistant Manager (Finance): 1st Class Master’s in Commerce (Finance/Taxation) / CA / MBA (Finance & Accounting) with 8 years of post-qualification accounting/finance experience.
- Administrative Assistant: 1st Class Bachelor’s Degree with working knowledge of computers and 5 years of administrative experience in Government/PSU/Autonomous bodies.
- Scientific Assistant: 1st Class Master’s in Environmental/Natural Science OR 1st Class B.E./B.Tech (relevant engineering branches) with valid GATE (≥90 percentile) or NET-JRF.
- Taxonomist: 1st Class M.Sc. (Botany/Zoology preferred with ≥75% marks) with GATE/NET-JRF and research publications.
- Data Entry Operator (DEO): 1st Class Bachelor’s Degree in Science or BCA with proficiency in MS Office and typing speed of 45 WPM in English / 35 WPM in Hindi on a computer.
- Field Assistant: Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) in the Science stream with a minimum 55% aggregate and knowledge of water/wastewater sampling and sample preservation.
Selection Process
The evaluation procedure includes the following stages:
- Screening & Shortlisting: Scrutiny of submitted application forms and verification of qualifying credentials.
- Written / Skill Test (if applicable): Typing and computer proficiency tests for DEO/Admin posts, or a written test if a large number of candidates apply.
- Personal Interview: Interaction with the Selection Committee for shortlisted scientific and managerial posts.
- Medical Fitness Assessment: Submission of a Medical Fitness Certificate from an authorized Government Medical Officer.
How to Apply Online for CPCB Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official Central Pollution Control Board website.
- Navigate to the Jobs / Careers section on the homepage.
- Locate the link for Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R) and click on the Online Recruitment Application Portal.
- Register using a valid email ID and active mobile number to generate your login registration credentials.
- Fill out the application form carefully with your personal details, academic scores, and experience records.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, 10th certificate (DOB proof), degree certificates, and experience/publication proofs.
- Since there is no application fee, verify all details and submit the application form before September 07, 2026 (11:59 PM). Download and print the confirmation summary for future reference.
Important Links:
Official Notification: Download the notification.
For the Apply Link: – APPLY ONLINE
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