Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 51 Scientist, Field Assistant, DEO & Other Posts (Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R))

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), a statutory organization under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India, has officially released its employment notification (Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)) for the direct recruitment of project-based scientific, technical, and administrative positions.

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This recruitment drive is conducted 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. The board aims to fill 51 vacancies across various designations. The online registration window commenced on 24th August 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online until 7th September 2026 (23:59 Hrs).

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Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
Ministry / Department	Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Govt. of India
Project Name	Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER) Phase-III Project (Namami Gange Programme)
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)
Post Designations	Scientist (D, C, B), Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant
Total Openings	51 Vacancies
Job Locations / Postings	CPCB Head Office (Delhi), Regional Directorates (Lucknow, Kolkata, Chandigarh)
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Application Start Date	24th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply Online	7th September 2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs)
Official Website Portal	www.cpcb.gov.in

Important Schedule & Key Dates Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	August 2026
Commencement of Online Application	24th August 2026 (10:00 AM)
Closing Date for Online Registration	7th September 2026 (up to 23:59 Hrs)
Issuance of Interview Call Letters	To be notified on the official CPCB portal
Date of Interview / Skill Tests	To be published in due course

Post-Wise Vacancy & Designation Distribution

The 51 temporary project vacancies are distributed across multiple scientific, operational, and administrative levels:

S. No.	Post Designation / Category	Number of Vacancies
1	Scientist-D	01
2	Scientist-C	08
3	Scientist-B	12
4	Assistant Manager (Finance)	03
5	Administrative Assistant	01
6	Scientific Assistant (SA)	13
7	Taxonomist	01
8	Data Entry Operator (DEO)	04
9	Field Assistant	08
—	Total Combined Openings	51 Posts

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Qualifications

Candidates must satisfy the precise educational qualifications, age limits, and publication/score metrics as of the closing date, 7th September 2026.

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1. Educational & Technical Qualifications by Post

• Scientist-D: First Class Master’s Degree in Environmental Science / Natural Science OR First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Energy & Environment, Biotechnology), plus mandatory years of practical experience and publication criteria (cumulative impact factor >= 10). Testbook
• Scientist-C: First Class Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Science streams with 5 years of relevant practical experience and required journal impact factor records. FreeJobAlert.Com
• Scientist-B / Scientific Assistant: First Class Master’s Degree in Environmental Science/Natural Science OR First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Energy & Environment, Biotechnology), backed by a valid GATE score with 90% or above percentile OR NET-JRF qualification. Study Notice –
• Assistant Manager (Finance): First Class Master’s Degree in Commerce with Finance & Accounting/Taxation OR Chartered Accountant (CA) OR MBA (Finance) with relevant post-qualification experience. Speed Job
• Administrative Assistant: First Class Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with working knowledge of computers and 5 years of administrative experience in Government/PSUs, coupled with a skill test in noting and drafting. Study Notice –
• Taxonomist: Master’s Degree in Botany or Zoology with high aggregate marks, a valid GATE/NET-JRF score, and relevant research/publication credentials. FreeJobAlert.Com
• Data Entry Operator (DEO): First Class Bachelor’s Degree in Science or BCA with a computer skill test (English typing at 45 WPM or Hindi typing at 35 WPM). Study Notice –
• Field Assistant: Intermediate (10+2 in Science) with a minimum of 55% marks and demonstrated knowledge of water/wastewater sampling and sample preservation techniques. Study Notice –

2. Upper Age Limit Parameters (As on 7th September 2026)

• Scientist-D: Maximum 50 Years Study Notice –
• Scientist-C: Maximum 45 Years Study Notice –
• Scientist-B, Assistant Manager, Admin Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist: Maximum 35 Years Study Notice –
• Data Entry Operator (DEO): Maximum 32 Years Study Notice –
• Field Assistant: Maximum 27 Years Study Notice –

Salary Scale & Consolidated Monthly Emoluments

Selected candidates appointed under the project will draw fixed consolidated monthly salaries structured as follows:

Post Designation	Monthly Consolidated Pay Structure (₹)
Scientist-D	₹1,71,597/- per month
Scientist-C	₹1,48,997/- per month
Scientist-B	₹1,25,380/- per month
Assistant Manager (Finance)	₹1,19,272/- per month
Administrative Assistant	₹77,654/- per month
Scientific Assistant	₹77,654/- per month
Taxonomist	₹65,031/- per month
Data Entry Operator (DEO)	₹57,498/- per month
Field Assistant	₹38,741/- per month

Selection Process

1. Screening of Applications: Preliminary verification of academic records, GATE/NET scores, and work experience parameters. FreeJobAlert.Com
2. Skill / Trade Test: Conducted for operational and administrative posts (such as typing tests for DEO and noting/drafting tests for Administrative Assistants). Study Notice –
3. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a face-to-face interview (typically held at CPCB Head Office, Delhi). FreeJobAlert.Com
4. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final selection is subject to the verification of original testimonials and medical fitness. Speed Job

Application Fee Structure

• All Categories (General, EWS, OBC, SC, ST, PwBD): ₹0/- (No application fee is required to be paid). Study Notice –

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official CPCB portal at www.cpcb.gov.in. FreeJobAlert.Com
2. Access Jobs Section: Navigate to the “Jobs” or “Recruitment” tab on the homepage and look for Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R). Testbook
3. New Registration: Register using a valid email ID and active mobile number, ensuring your name matches your degree certificates. Study Notice –
4. Fill Application Form: Log in using your generated credentials, select your target position, and enter educational, professional, and personal details. Study Notice –
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required academic mark sheets, experience certificates, passport-size photographs, and identity proofs.
6. Final Submission: Review your application via the preview option and submit it before 23:59 Hrs on 7th September 2026, saving a digital copy for your records. FreeJobAlert.Com

🔗 CPCB Official Website Portal Link

🔗 Direct Online Application Portal Link for CPCB 2026

📄 Download CPCB Recruitment Notification PDF (Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R))

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for CPCB Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application window closes on 7th September 2026 at 23:59 Hrs.

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Q2: How many total vacancies are announced under this notification?

A: A total of 51 vacancies have been advertised across Scientist, Engineering, Technical, and Administrative positions.

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Q3: Are these permanent government positions?

A: No, these are temporary project-based contract positions under the Namami Gange Programme, initially for one year and extendable based on project requirements.

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Q4: Is there any application fee for applying to CPCB posts?

A: No, there is no application fee for any category of applicants.

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Q5: What is the monthly salary for the Field Assistant position?

A: Selected candidates for the Field Assistant post receive a consolidated monthly pay of ₹38,741/-