Scientist-B Recruitment at CERT-In 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 133
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 - ₹177,500 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (4 years), Master's Degree in Science, or MCA with a valid GATE score (2024/2025/2026).
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no prior work experience is required for this direct recruitment post.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 30 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Apply Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
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The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) recruitment for Scientist-B positions offers a prestigious career path for engineering and science professionals in the critical domain of national cyber security. As a Group-A post under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), this role involves performing vital functions to protect India's digital infrastructure under the IT Amendment Act 2008. Eligible candidates with valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026 can apply for this direct recruitment drive to join a premier statutory organization. This opportunity is ideal for those seeking to contribute to national security while working at the forefront of technological advancement in electronics and computer science.
- Selection is primarily based on valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025, or 2026 followed by a personal interaction/interview.
- Candidates must ensure they possess the essential educational qualifications and a valid GATE score in the relevant paper code (CS, DA, or EC) by the cut-off date.
- The recruitment offers a high-level entry into government service at Level-10 of the 7th CPC pay matrix with All India service liability.
- Aadhaar-based authentication is mandatory at every stage of the recruitment process to ensure transparency and security.
- Applicants should keep scanned copies of their GATE scorecards and educational certificates ready for the multi-step online application process.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-10 (Rs. 56100 - Rs. 177500) of 7th CPC.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on GATE 2024/2025/2026 scores (1:5 ratio) Document Verification Personal Interaction/Interview Final Merit List (60% GATE weightage + 40% Interview weightage)
Application Fees
All Categories: Nil
Reservation
SC/ST/OBC(NCL)/EWS/PwBD reservations as per Government of India norms.
Horizontal reservation for PwBD candidates.
Age relaxation for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD (10-15 years) as per rules.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CERT-In website at https://www.cert-in.org.in/.
- Navigate to the recruitment section and select the Scientist-B advertisement.
- Complete Step 1: Registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Complete Step 2: Fill out the online application form and upload required documents (Photo, Signature, GATE Scorecard, etc.).
- Ensure all documents are self-attested and within the specified file size limits.
- Complete Step 3: Submit the form and download the Confirmation Page for future reference.
- The application must be submitted before 17/08/2026 (05:30 PM).
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates are shortlisted for interview in a 1:5 ratio based on their GATE scores (2024/2025/2026). The final selection is based on a weighted aggregate of 60% for the GATE score and 40% for the personal interview.
No, the application fee is NIL for all categories of candidates.
No, a valid GATE score from the years 2024, 2025, or 2026 in the specific paper codes (CS, DA, or EC) is a mandatory eligibility requirement for this post.
