CeNS Scientist 'B' Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts

Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences Bengaluru Last Date: 30th January, 2026

CeNS Scientist 'B' Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2 Posts

The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens for the recruitment of Scientist 'B' posts to strengthen its research activities in Nano science and Technology and Soft Matter Sciences.

Overview

Organization Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS)
Post Name Scientist 'B'
Total Vacancies 2
Apply Mode Online
Last Date 30 January 2026
Official Website www.cens.res.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name No. of Posts Salary / Pay Level Project
Scientist 'B' 02 (Two) Level-10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) Nano Science and Technology & Soft Matter Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Scientist 'B'

  • Essential Qualification: Ph.D. (Science) in Physics / Chemical Sciences / Material Sciences from a recognized University/Institute. Preference will be given to candidates specializing in Nano Science and Technology or Soft Matter Sciences (Physics/Material Science).
  • Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-Ph.D. experience in Research & Development in Academic, Industrial, or R&D Organizations. The experience must be with a regular pay scale.
  • Desirable: Expertise in Nano Science, Nano Materials, and Soft Matter Physics. Specific areas include: Energy Materials, Synthesis & Application of Carbon Nanotubes, Sensing & Clinical Applications, Polymers & Interface Science, Polymer Nanocomposites, Nano Materials for Energy Storage, Biosensors, and Electrochemical Catalysis.
  • Age Limit: Up to 30 years as of the closing date of the online application. Age relaxation applicable as per Govt of India norms (5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD).

Important Instructions

  • Applicants must be Indian Citizens.
  • Selection will be based on screening of online applications and possibly an interview.
  • Incomplete applications or those without required documents will be rejected.
  • Applicants currently employed must apply through proper channel and upload a No Objection Certificate (NOC).
  • Age and qualification must be met as of the closing date.

Important Dates

  • Start Date of Online Application: 07 January 2026
  • Last Date of Online Application: 30 January 2026

Important Links:

Official Notification PDF: Click here

Official Website: Click here

Apply Online: Click here (Link will be active via website)

FAQs

Q1: What is the last date to apply for CeNS Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
A: The last date is 30 January 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are available?
A: There are 2 vacancies for Scientist 'B'.

Q3: Is Ph.D. mandatory?
A: Yes, Ph.D. in Physics/Chemical/Material Sciences is essential.

Q4: What is the upper age limit?
A: 30 years, with relaxations for reserved categories.

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About Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences

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The Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) is an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India. DST provides core support to the Centre in the form of a grant-in-aid for conducting basic and applied research in nano and soft matter sciences.

CeNS is located in its new campus, 'Arkavathi' at Shivanapura, Bengaluru North, which hosts ample greenery and has a lovely serene space that would inspire new ideas and probably lead to path-breaking scientific achievements.

The Centre is engaged in materials research at all relevant length scales. Specifically, the current activities are focused on a variety of metal and semiconductor nanostructures, liquid crystals, gels, membranes and hybrid materials. It has close interactions with many Institutions and Industries, in India and abroad.

The Centre was established in 1991 by an eminent liquid crystal scientist, Prof. S. Chandrasekhar, FRS. It was then known as the Centre for Liquid Crystal Research, a registered scientific society in Karnataka with the objective to build a centre of excellence in line with the international trend those days on liquid crystal materials and devices. In 1995, it became an autonomous institute under the Department of Electronics (DOE), Government of India and in 2003, was brought under DST. Subsequently in the year 2010, the name was changed to the Centre for Soft Matter Research. Recently in 2014, the Centre further widened the scope of research activities to embrace nanoscience and technology and is now known as the Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS). It is being mentored by the Nano-Mission of the Government of India.


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Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences(CeNS) P.B.No.1329 Professor UR Rao Road, Jalahalli Bangalore-560013
Bangalore, Karnataka - 560013
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