Scientist G – OOPSAGoI
Quick Info
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹144,200 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Physical or Chemical or Biological or Earth-atmospheric or Environmental or Mathematical or Computational and Information or Agricultural Sciences from a recognised University or Institute; or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Biotechnology or Medicine or Veterinary Sciences or Pharmaceutical Sciences (minimum 4 year degree course) from a recognised University or Institute.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Twenty-one years of experience in science and technology organizations or research and development in industrial and academic institutions, with at least seven years in administering, planning, development, or coordination of Science and Technology programmes; experience of evolving, managing and directing major S&T programmes, proven record of policy initiatives for the S&T Sector, and proven record of leading a team.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 58 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India (O/o PSA to GoI) has released a recruitment notification for the prestigious Scientist 'G' position in 2026. This government job offers a significant opportunity for experienced professionals with a Master's or Bachelor's degree in various scientific and engineering disciplines to contribute to national science and technology programs. Eligible candidates are invited to apply offline for this deputation-based role.
- Recruitment for Scientist 'G' post in the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.
- Total 1 vacancy available for experienced professionals on deputation basis.
- Attractive salary in Pay Level 14 (Rs. 144200-218200/- per month).
- Application mode is offline, with a primary deadline of 13 April 2026.
- Opportunity for experienced scientists and technologists to contribute to government S&T initiatives.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 14 of the Pay Matrix (Rs. 144200-218200/-).
Important Dates
Selection Process
Scrutiny by Eligibility/Screening Committee
Shortlisting of candidates
Personal Interaction by Selection Committee
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
Reservation rules as per Government of India norms will be applicable for eligible candidates. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per government guidelines.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application proforma (Annexure-II) from the official website.
- Neatly type the application on A-4 size plain paper.
- Fill in all details accurately and attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, date of birth, disability (if applicable), community certificate (for SC/ST/OBC), and experience certificates.
- Ensure the application is forwarded through the proper channel with a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the competent authority of your parent Department/Organisation.
- Send the completed application along with required documents by Registered Post or Speed Post to Shri Vikas Srivastava, Director (Admn.), 33010, Kartavya Bhavan-3, Janpath, New Delhi-110001.
- Super-scribe the cover with "APPLICATION FOR POST OF SCIENTIST 'G'".
- Alternatively, applications can be delivered by hand to Section Officer (Admn.), Room No. 33020, O/o PSA to GoI, Kartavya Bhavan-3, Janpath, New Delhi-110001, obtaining a signed receipt.
- Ensure the application reaches the office by the deadline of 13 April 2026 (or 27 April 2026 for remote areas).
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates need a Master's Degree in various science fields or a 4-year Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Technology, or related fields, along with 21 years of relevant experience, including 7 years in S&T program administration or leadership.
The last date to submit applications for the Scientist 'G' position is 13 April 2026 for most regions, and 27 April 2026 for candidates from remote areas.
The selection process involves an initial screening of applications by an Eligibility/Screening Committee, followed by personal interactions with shortlisted candidates conducted by a Selection Committee.
