CDFD Recruitment 2026: Centre for DNA Fingerprinting And Diagnostics (BRIC – CDFD) invites online recruitment applications through Centre for DNA Fingerprinting And Diagnostics (BRIC – CDFD) website (https://cdfd.org.in/) (Advt. No. 04/2026 dated 31.12.2026) for the following posts of 06 Scientist vacancies on a regular basis. Candidates who fulfil all the eligibility criteria may register and apply online through the Online Application Portal of CDFD (https://cdfd.org.in/) within the stipulated period. According to the official timeline, the online application portal opens today, 31.10.2026, and interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date on 31.12.2026.
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Eligible candidates possessing a Ph.D in Engineering can apply exclusively via the online mode. The primary job locations for these coveted Scientist posts are spread all over India. Following a successful submission, registered candidates will receive a secure link to download their official exam hall tickets and interview call letters via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
CDFD Current Notification 2026 [Key Highlights]
| Organization Name: Centre for DNA Fingerprinting And Diagnostics (BRIC – CDFD) |
| Notification No: 04/2026 dated 31.12.2026 |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 06 Scientist Posts |
| Place of Posting: Hyderabad |
| Application Start Date: 31.10.2026 |
| Application Last Date: 31.12.2026 |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://cdfd.org.in/ |
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Current CDFD Job Openings:
- Scientist -V – 02 Posts
- Scientist – IV – 02 Posts
- Scientist – III – 02 Posts
CDFD Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification:
- Scientist – V – Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in any discipline of Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Computational Biology/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/Molecular Biology/ Agricultural Sciences/ Plant Sciences / related disciplines; or Ph.D in Engineering or Technology in disciplines like Chemical/Biomedical/ Pharmaceutical engineering or Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in any branch of medicine/MDS/MVSc from a recognised University or Institute or relevant areas of research with minimum five years of post-qualification experience in responsible higher position in research / teaching Institute/ University/ industry with published research of highest standards and/or technologies of established utility.
- Scientist – IV – Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in any discipline of Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Computational Biology/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/Molecular Biology/ Agricultural Sciences/ Plant Sciences / related disciplines; or Ph.D in Engineering or Technology in disciplines like Chemical/Biomedical/ Pharmaceutical engineering or Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in any branch of medicine/MDS/MVSc from a recognized University or Institute or relevant areas of research with minimum three years of post-qualification experience in responsible higher position in research/ teaching Institute/ University/ industry with published research of highest standards and/or technologies of established utility.
- Scientist – III – Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in any discipline of Life Sciences/ Biotechnology/ Biochemistry/ Chemistry/ Computational Biology/ Pharmaceutical Sciences/Molecular Biology/ Agricultural Sciences/ Plant Sciences / related disciplines; or Ph.D in Engineering or Technology in disciplines like Chemical/Biomedical/ Pharmaceutical engineering or Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in any branch of medicine/MDS/MVSc. From a recognized University or Institute or relevant areas of research.
Age Limit: (As on 31.12.2026)
- Scientist – V – Not exceeding 45 years
- Scientist – IV – Not exceeding 40 years
- Scientist – III – Not exceeding 35 years
Relaxation of Upper age limit:
- +5 Years for ST/SCÂ Â
- +3 Years for OBC (NCL)Â Â
- Persons with Disabilities candidate:
- +10 Years for URÂ Â
- +13 Years for OBC (NCL)Â Â
- +15 Years for ST/SC
- For Ex-Servicemen Applicants: As per Govt. Policy
Pay Scale:
- Scientist – V – Level 13 Rs.1,23,100/- Rs.2,45,410/-
- Scientist – IV – Level 12 Rs.78,800/- Rs.1,61,240/-
- Scientist – III – Level 11 Rs.67,700/- Rs.1,40,150/-
Method of Selection:
- Short ListingÂ
- interview / written testÂ
Application Fee:
- For Women/ST/SC/Ex-s/PWD Applicants – NilÂ
- For Other Applicants – Rs.1,500/-Â
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 31.10.2026 and 31.12.2026 (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Centre for DNA Fingerprinting And Diagnostics (BRIC – CDFD) website https://cdfd.org.in/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Crucial Dates:
- Opening Date of online application portal: 31.10.2026Â
- Closing Date of online application portal: 31.12.2026Â
CDFD Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of CDFD: Click Here to Website |
| Advertisement for CDFD: Click Here to Download |
| Online Application Form for CDFD: Click Here to Apply |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
- Is CDFD positions a permanent job?
- Yes, it is a permanent Job.Â
- What is the last date to apply for Scientist recruitment 2026?Â
- The last date to submit your online application for the CDFD positions is 31.12.2026. The online application portal opened on 31.10.2026.Â
- Where will the selected candidates be posted?Â
- The official place of posting for all the 06 positions will be Hyderabad.Â
- What is the selection process for CDFD positions?Â
- The method of selection depends on the specific job profile but generally includes the following stages: Short Listing, interview / written test Â