Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) – IMD
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 7
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's Degree in Engineering and Technology in Atmospheric Sciences, Ocean Science, Hydrology, or related subjects.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for specific research experience preferences.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Meteorological Department is recruiting 7 Scientist-B (Atmospheric Sciences) professionals to enhance national weather forecasting and research. This Level 10 post requires a Master's Degree in Engineering or Technology in relevant atmospheric or ocean sciences. Successful candidates will supervise meteorological observations and manage regional centers under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. This permanent Gazetted role offers a high-impact career for scientists dedicated to climate and atmospheric research.
- Age limit: 35 years for UR/EWS and 40 years for SC candidates.
- Headquarters are in New Delhi with all India service liability.
- Probation period is two years and includes mandatory induction training.
- Reservation: UR-03, EWS-03, SC-01, suitable for PwBD candidates.
- Selection involves supervising meteorological observations and providing climatological information.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Level 10 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on Essential and Desirable Qualifications Recruitment Test (RT) or Combined Recruitment Test (CRT) if applicable Personal Interview
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: ₹25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India norms.
Specific posts in Ladakh follow the Jammu and Kashmir Reservation Act, 2004 as extended to the UT.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/ Complete the One Time Registration (OTR) to generate a Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Log in using the URN and fill out the post-specific application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents including age proof, educational certificates, and experience certificates in PDF format.
- Capture a live photo and upload a scanned signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of ₹25 online (if applicable) using Visa/Master/Rupay/UPI or Net Banking.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 vacancies for this post.
The salary is at Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Master's Degree in Engineering/Technology in Atmospheric Sciences, Ocean Science, or related fields.