The Central Pollution Control Board has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R)) to fill 51 Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this Central Pollution Control Board i.e. https://cpcb.gov.in/. The online application portal will be opened on 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM for filling online applications and the date for closing the online application interface is 07.09.2026 at 11.59 PM.
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Eligible candidates with qualifications 12th, B.E/B.Tech, B.Sc, BCA, M.Sc, Any Degree, MBA, M.Com can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are Lucknow, Kolkata, Chandigarh or Head Office Delhi. Registered Applicants will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 8 days prior to the examination date.
CPCB Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Central Pollution Control Board |
| Notification No: 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R) |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Contract Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 51 Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant Posts |
| Place of Posting: Lucknow, Kolkata, Chandigarh or Head Office Delhi |
| Starting Date: 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM |
| Last Date: 07.09.2026 at 11.59 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://cpcb.gov.in/ |
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Current CPCB Job Openings:
- Scientist-D – 01 Post
- Scientist-C – 08 Posts
- Scientist-B – 12 Posts
- Assistant Manager (Finance) – 03 Posts
- Administrative Assistant – 01 Post
- Scientific Assistant – 13 Posts
- Taxonomist – 01 Post
- Data Entry Operator – 04 Posts
- Field Assistant – 08 Posts
CPCB Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for CPCB:
- Scientist-D –
- Essential: First class Master’s in Environmental Science/ Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology (Environmental/ Chemical/ Civil/ Energy and Environment/ Biotechnology) And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in Journal should not be less than 10. Only papers published in UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals shall be considered for calculation of Impact factor Or Minimum Five Book/edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Five Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board.
- Required Experience: 7 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc.
- Scientist-C –
- Essential: First class Master’s in Environmental Science/ Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/ Chemical/ Civil/ Energy and Environment/ Biotechnology) And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in Journal should not be less than 7. Only papers published in UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals shall be considered for calculation of Impact factor Or Minimum Three Book/ edited book chapter Published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or Minimum Three Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/ State Pollution Control Board Required Experience: 5 years of relevant practical experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate should be familiar with environmental norms, data analytics, etc.
- Scientist-B –
- Essential: First class Master’s in Environmental Science/ Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/ Chemical/ Civil/ Energy and Environment/Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified
- Required Experience: 3 years of relevant experience from reputed organizations in the field of Prevention, control & abatement of river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management and environmental management. Candidate having relevant experience in research/teaching shall also be considered.
- Assistant Manager (Finance) –
- Essential: First class Master’s Degree in Commerce (Finance & Accounting/Taxations)/Chartered Accountant /MBA (Finance & Accounting).
- Required Experience:
- 8 years’ post qualification experience in relevant field as follows:
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advance
- Knowledge of spreadsheet and database package
- A minimum of 2 years of tax experience.
- Accounting entries in Tally & Qucik books, Preparation of vouchers, Filing the online returns for TDS, GST, PF, ESI, STPI etc.
- Payroll preparation and management.
- Administrative Assistant –
- Essential: First Class Bachelor Degree from a recognized University or equivalent with working knowledge of computers.
- Required Experience: a) Minimum 05 years post qualification experience of administration work preferably in Govt. /PSU / Autonomous bodies in the relevant area in 4200/- grade pay or its equivalent b) Shall pass the skill test based on noting drafting.
- Desirable: First Class Post – Graduation degree
- Scientific Assistant –
- Essential: First class Master’s in Environmental Science/ Natural Science Or First Class Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology in (Environmental/ Chemical/ Civil/ Energy and Environment/ Biotechnology) And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/ NET-JRF qualified
- Taxonomist –
- Essential: First Class M.Sc.
- Desirable: Master’s Degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks or equivalent And Valid GATE score with 90% above percentile/NET-JRF qualified And Cumulative impact factor of total published papers in journal should not be less than 7. Only papers published in UGC care list journals and Scopus indexed journals shall be considered for calculation of impact factor Or At least One Book/Edited Book chapter published by National/International Publishers with an established peer review system having ISBN number Or At least One Technical Reports published by Central Pollution Control Board/State Pollution Control Board
- Data Entry Operator –
- Essential: First class Bachelor Degree in Science/BCA. Shall pass the skill test in MS office (word, excel & power point), English typing speed @45 wpm and Hindi typing speed @35 wpm) only on computer
- Field Assistant –
- Essential: Passed 10+2 in Science with minimum 55%. Knowledge of water/ wastewater sampling and sample preservation
Age Limit for CPCB: (As on 07.09.2026)
- Scientist-D – 50 Years
- Scientist-C – 45 Years
- Scientist-B – 35 Years
- Assistant Manager (Finance) – 35 Years
- Administrative Assistant – 35 Years
- Scientific Assistant – 35 Years
- Taxonomist – 35 Years
- Data Entry Operator – 32 Years
- Field Assistant – 27 Years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SC
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for UR
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale for CPCB:
- Scientist-D – Rs. 1,71,597 /-
- Scientist-C – Rs.1,48,997 /-
- Scientist-B – Rs.1,25,380 /-
- Assistant Manager (Finance) – Rs.1,19,272 /-
- Administrative Assistant – Rs. 77,654/-
- Scientific Assistant – Rs.77,654/-
- Taxonomist – Rs.65,031 /-
- Data Entry Operator – Rs. 57,498/-
- Field Assistant – Rs. 38,741/-
Method of Selection for CPCB:
- Short Listing
- Written test / Interview
Application Fee for CPCB:
- For All Applicants – Nil
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM and 07.09.2026 at 11.59 PM (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Central Pollution Control Board website https://cpcb.gov.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM
- Closing Date of online application portal: 07.09.2026 at 11.59 PM
CPCB Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CPCB: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CPCB: Click Here to Download |
| Opening Date of online application portal: 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM |
| Online Application Form for CPCB: |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is CPCB positions a permanent job?
- No, its a Contract Basis Job.
- What is the last date to apply for DEO, Scientist recruitment 2026?
- The last date to submit your online application for the CPCB positions is 07.09.2026 at 11.59 PM. The online application portal opened on 24.08.2026 at 10.00 AM.
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?
- The official place of posting for all the 51 positions will be Lucknow, Kolkata, Chandigarh or Head Office Delhi.
- What is the selection process for CPCB positions?
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short Listing, Written test / Interview
