CPCB Scientist, DEO & Assistant Recruitment 2026 — 51 Posts

Overview

The Central Pollution Control Board has announced recruitment for 51 contractual posts under the Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER) Phase-III project on River Ganga, funded through the Namami Gange Programme.

Key Highlights

• Total vacancies: 51 posts
• Posts: Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant
• Monthly pay: Rs. 38,741 to Rs. 1,71,597 (consolidated, no application fee)
• Job locations: Lucknow, Kolkata, Chandigarh, and Delhi

Eligibility (Varies by Post)

• Scientist posts: Master's/Bachelor's in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related fields, with research output requirements and 3-7 years experience depending on level
• Assistant Manager (Finance): Master's in Commerce/CA/MBA Finance with 8 years experience
• Data Entry Operator: Bachelor's in Science or BCA with typing skill test
• Field Assistant: 10+2 in Science with 55% marks

Important Note on Reservations

This notification states there are no reservations or category-wise relaxations for these appointments — all candidates compete under the same criteria.

Selection Process

• Application screening against qualification and experience
• Written test (if required based on applicant volume)
• Skill test for Administrative Assistant and Data Entry Operator posts
• Document verification and interview at CPCB Delhi office
• Medical certificate required at joining, not a selection stage

Employment Nature

These are temporary, project-based contractual positions co-terminus with the SER Phase-III project (funded until 6 May 2028), initially for one year and extendable based on performance. There is no right to regularization or absorption into regular CPCB posts.

Application Fee

No application fee for any post — a rare advantage for this recruitment cycle.