CPCB Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 51 DEO, Field Assistant and More Posts
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change
VerifiedCPCB, under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, is recruiting 51 professionals for Scientist and Administrative roles. This is a significant opportunity for environmental science and finance professionals to contribute to India's pollution control initiatives.
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Apply Start
24 Aug 2026
Last Date
7 Sept 2026
Vacancies
51
Application Fee
₹0 (Free)
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) Recruitment 2026
Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has invited applications for 51 various positions including Scientists, Assistants, and Specialists 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, these contractual roles offer attractive monthly emoluments ranging from ₹38,741 to ₹1,71,597. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online until September 7, 2026.
Key Dates & Project Information
Interview Date: To be published on CPCB website
Project Name: SER-Phase-III on River Ganga
Funded By: NMCG (Namami Gange Programme)
Project Duration: Up to 06.05.2028 (Extendable)
Vacancy, Salary & Eligibility Breakdown
Age is reckoned as on the last date of application (07.09.2026). No age relaxation applies.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Max Age | Monthly Emoluments (₹) | Essential Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist-D | 1 | 50 Yrs | 1,71,597 |
Essential 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 total published papers in Journal should not be less than 10 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or Minimum Five Book/edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Five Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board. Experience
7 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc. |
| Scientist-C | 8 | 45 Yrs | 1,48,997 |
Essential First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in Journal should not be less than 7 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or Minimum Three Book/edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Three Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board. Experience
5 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc. |
| Scientist-B | 12 | 35 Yrs | 1,25,380 |
Essential First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified. Experience
3 years of relevant experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate having relevant experience in research/teaching shall also be considered. |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 3 | 35 Yrs | 1,19,272 |
Essential First class Master's Degree in Commerce (Finance & Accounting/Taxations)/Chartered Accountant /MBA (Finance & Accounting). Experience
8 years' post qualification experience in relevant field as follows: Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database package, minimum 2 years of tax experience, accounting entries in Tally & Quick books, preparation of vouchers, filing the online returns for TDS, GST, PF, ESI, STPI etc., payroll preparation and management. |
| Administrative Assistant | 1 | 35 Yrs | 77,654 |
Essential First Class Bachelor Degree from a recognized University or equivalent with working knowledge of computers. Desirable: First Class Post-Graduation degree. Experience
Minimum 05 years post qualification experience of administration work preferably in Govt./PSU/Autonomous bodies in the relevant area in 4200/- grade pay or its equivalent. Shall pass the skill test based on noting drafting. |
| Scientific Assistant | 13 | 35 Yrs | 77,654 |
Essential
First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified. |
| Taxonomist | 1 | 35 Yrs | 65,031 |
Essential
First Class M.Sc. Desirable: Master's Degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks or equivalent And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/NET-JRF qualified And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in journal should not be less than 7 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or At least One Book/Edited Book chapter published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or At least One Technical Report published by Central Pollution Control Board/State Pollution Control Board. |
| Data Entry Operator | 4 | 32 Yrs | 57,498 |
Essential
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, on computer. |
| Field Assistant | 8 | 27 Yrs | 38,741 |
Essential
Passed 10+2 in Science with minimum 55%. Knowledge of water/wastewater sampling and sample preservation. |
Scientist-D
1 Post50 Yrs
₹1,71,597
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 total published papers in Journal should not be less than 10 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or Minimum Five Book/edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Five Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board.
7 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc.
Scientist-C
8 Posts45 Yrs
₹1,48,997
First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in Journal should not be less than 7 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or Minimum Three Book/edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Three Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board.
5 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc.
Scientist-B
12 Posts35 Yrs
₹1,25,380
First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified.
3 years of relevant experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate having relevant experience in research/teaching shall also be considered.
Assistant Manager (Finance)
3 Posts35 Yrs
₹1,19,272
First class Master's Degree in Commerce (Finance & Accounting/Taxations)/Chartered Accountant /MBA (Finance & Accounting).
8 years' post qualification experience in relevant field as follows: Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance knowledge of spreadsheet and database package, minimum 2 years of tax experience, accounting entries in Tally & Quick books, preparation of vouchers, filing the online returns for TDS, GST, PF, ESI, STPI etc., payroll preparation and management.
Administrative Assistant
1 Post35 Yrs
₹77,654
First Class Bachelor 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 4200/- grade pay or its equivalent. Shall pass the skill test based on noting drafting.
Scientific Assistant
13 Posts35 Yrs
₹77,654
First class Master's in Environmental Science/Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor's in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/Chemical/Civil/Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified.
Taxonomist
1 Post35 Yrs
₹65,031
First Class M.Sc. Desirable: Master's Degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks or equivalent And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/NET-JRF qualified And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in journal should not be less than 7 (UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals only) Or At least One Book/Edited Book chapter published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or At least One Technical Report published by Central Pollution Control Board/State Pollution Control Board.
Data Entry Operator
4 Posts32 Yrs
₹57,498
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, on computer.
Field Assistant
8 Posts27 Yrs
₹38,741
Passed 10+2 in Science with minimum 55%. Knowledge of water/wastewater sampling and sample preservation.
Places of Posting
Selection Process
Recruitment is conducted primarily through personal interviews following document verification. If a high volume of applications is received, a written screening test or academic percentage criteria may be applied to shortlist candidates.
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