Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 2
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master Degree in Zoology with Entomology or Master’s degree in Public Health Entomology.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of experience in teaching, research, or control in the field of Medical Entomology or Vector Borne Diseases.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 35 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The National Centre for Vector Borne Diseases Control is recruiting for 2 vacancies of Deputy Assistant Director (Entomology) to lead laboratory and field operations in Delhi. This permanent Group A Gazetted post offers a salary at Level 10 and requires a Master's Degree in Zoology with Entomology or Public Health Entomology. Successful candidates will be responsible for mosquito larva collection, dissection, and conducting specialized entomological surveys. This role is ideal for entomology experts seeking to play a critical role in national disease control and public health management.
- The maximum age limit for this UR category post is 35 years.
- Candidates must have three years of experience in teaching, research, or control in Medical Entomology.
- The role involves working as an In-charge of the laboratory for entomological and parasitological work.
- A two-year probation period with mandatory induction training is required.
- The post is based in Delhi at the NCVBDC.
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Additional Salary Information
Level- 10 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted if application volume is high.
Personal Interview (Minimum suitability: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 marks).
Document Verification at the time of interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Specific vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates in several categories.
Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable where posts are reserved.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) process if not already registered.
- Fill out the post-specific application module with accurate personal and professional details.
- Upload required documents including matriculation certificate for DOB, degree/diploma certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
- Capture a live photograph and upload a clear signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
- Ensure the application is submitted before the deadline of 18:00 hrs on 31st July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary is Level 10 in the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC.
Master Degree in Zoology with Entomology or Master’s degree in Public Health Entomology.
Three years experience in teaching, research, or control in the field of Medical Entomology or Vector Borne Diseases.