Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Consolidated amount includes all applicable taxes. No Dearness Allowance, Residential Accommodation, Residential Telephone, Personal Staff, CGHS, or Medical Reimbursement is admissible. Annual increment ranges from 0–8% subject to performance assessment by the Divisional Head.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Essential Qualification (Both Posts)

• Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering / Environmental Science / Chemistry, or B.E. / B.Tech in the relevant discipline.

Experience Requirements

• Scientific Consultant Grade-I: More than 5 years and up to 10 years of relevant experience in reputed institutions.
• Scientific Consultant Grade-II: More than 10 years and up to 16 years of relevant experience in reputed institutions.
• Up to 3 years of experience may be counted for Ph.D. holders (the 3-year Ph.D. period itself is not counted as experience).
• Good knowledge and working experience of MS Office is mandatory.
• Candidates must have scientific publications in recognized peer reviewed journals in the relevant area.

Desirable Qualifications (Both Posts)

• M.Phil / M.Tech / M.Sc. / Ph.D. in relevant field
• Excellent communication and writing skills

Other Selection Criteria

• Familiarity with current policy frameworks of Central and State Governments, and international conventions/treaties on the subject.
• Proven ability to coordinate and deliver multidisciplinary, multi-institutional programs and projects.
• Strong analytical ability to process available information.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

Selection will be made strictly by interview. Applications received in the Ministry will be scrutinized, and only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. The Ministry reserves the right to call any number of applicants based on essential/desirable qualifications and experience, with preference to adequately qualified candidates. Requests for virtual interviews will not be considered. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview or for joining/completing the assignment; however, TA/DA and hotel accommodation for official travel during the tenure are admissible as per SR 190 and MoEFCC guidelines.

Service Conditions (Contractual Terms)

• Place of Work: MoEF&CC Headquarters, New Delhi
• Tenure: Up to 3 years (1+1+1), subject to performance; extension up to 2 more years case-by-case with Competent Authority approval.
• Nature: Temporary (non-official), purely contractual, full-time. No other concurrent assignment permitted. No promotion requests entertained.
• Termination: Ministry may terminate at any time without assigning reason. Continuous absence of 8 days without valid information leads to automatic termination.
• Working Hours: Same as regular Government employees; biometric attendance mandatory. Lateness may result in remuneration deduction. No extra remuneration for working beyond office hours/holidays.
• Leave: 1.5 days paid leave per completed month of service. No remuneration for absence beyond 18 days/year (pro-rata). Unused leave not carried forward. Maternity leave per Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 for female consultants.
• Confidentiality: Subject to Official Secrets Act, 1923. Prior Ministry sanction required for publishing/broadcasting assignment-related information.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

1. Download and fill the application format given in Annexure-I of the MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Official Notification PDF, indicating the name of the post applied for.
2. Paste photograph, sign in designated spaces, and sign the undertaking at the end of the form.
3. Attach self-attested supporting documents: qualification, experience, and age proof certificates; scientific publication reprints.
4. Write the name of the post clearly on the envelope.
5. Send hard copy by Registered/Speed Post to: Rajeev Ranjan, Scientist 'E', Hazardous Substances Management Division, Jal Wing, II Floor, Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, Jor Bagh Road, Aliganj-110003, New Delhi.
6. Also send the scanned application by email to [email protected] on or before 20 November 2026.
7. Applications received after due date, incomplete applications, or applications without self-attested documents will be summarily rejected.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The last date for receipt of applications (both by post and by email) is 20 November 2026. Applications received after this date will be summarily rejected.

3. Is there an application fee for this recruitment?

The official notification does not specify any application fee for the MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant posts.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No. Both posts are temporary (non-official), purely contractual, and full-time appointments for an initial tenure of up to 3 years (1+1+1), subject to performance and usefulness of the consultant to the Division. No Dearness Allowance, CGHS, residential accommodation, or pension benefits are applicable.

5. What is the salary structure for Scientific Consultant Grade-I and Grade-II?

Grade-I (Solid Waste Management): Rs. 90,000 per month consolidated. Grade-II (Circular Economy): Rs. 1,20,000 per month consolidated. The amount includes all taxes; no additional allowances are permitted. Annual increment of 0–8% based on performance.

6. Where is the interview held, and is TA/DA paid?

The interview will be conducted at MoEF&CC Headquarters, New Delhi. No TA/DA is admissible for appearing in the interview or for joining/completing the assignment. Requests for virtual interviews will not be considered.