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DST Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 03 Posts

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Total Vacancies
03 Posts
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Salary / Remuneration
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Selection / Apply Mode
Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
13 January 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Ministry of Science & Technology 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. MinistryofScienceTechnology/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Permanent / Sanctioned Cadre 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Scientist 'C' and 'D' (03 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Offline (By Post) 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 13 January 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Ministry of Science & Technology Regional Headquarters, New Delhi, Delhi, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification B.Tech/ B.E in relevant branches 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document
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Candidates must verify and arrange the following documents in chronological order prior to submitting their application:

✅ Bio-data / Proforma: Duly completed, signed application form (per notification format).
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✅ Experience & NOC: Experience certificates and "No Objection Certificate" if currently employed.

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DST Scientist Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 03 Posts

The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has released an official notification for the recruitment of Scientist posts. This is a significant opportunity for engineering graduates and research professionals looking for government jobs in the science and technology sector. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply offline through the official portal.

DST Scientist Recruitment 2026 Overview

Company NameDepartment of Science and Technology (DST)
Post NameScientist 'C' and 'D'
No of Posts03
SalaryLevel-11 and Level-12 (Rs. 78,800 - 2,09,200/-)
QualificationB.Tech/ B.E in relevant branches
Age LimitMax 35 to 40 Years
Start Date for Apply15-11-2025
Last Date for Apply13-01-2026
Official Websitedst.gov.in

DST Scientist Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details

Post NameNo of PostsSalary
Scientist-'C'02Level-11 (Rs. 87,700-2,08,700/-)
Scientist-'D'01Level-12 (Rs. 78,800-2,09,200/-)

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for Scientist-'C'

  • Essential: Bachelor's Degree (minimum four year degree course) in Electronics and Communication Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University or Institute. Master's Degree in Biological Sciences or equivalent from a recognized University or Institute.
  • Experience: Refer to official notification
  • Desirable: Refer to official notification

Eligibility for Scientist-'D'

  • Essential: Bachelor's Degree (minimum four year degree course) in Material Engineering or Material Science and Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized University or Institute.
  • Experience: Refer to official notification
  • Desirable: Refer to official notification

Age Limit

  • Scientist-'C': Maximum 35 Years
  • Scientist-'D': Maximum 40 Years
  • Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules.

Important Dates

  • Starting Date for Apply: 15-11-2025
  • Last Date for Apply: 13-01-2026

How to Apply

Willing & eligible applicants are required to apply Online, through the online portal: https://recruitment.dst.gov.in/ using a valid email ID. This online portal for applying shall be available for a period of 60 days from the date of publication of advertisement in Employment News/ Rozgar Samachar.

Applications received through any other mode would not be accepted and summarily rejected. Submission of hard copies of applications is NOT REQUIRED.

Important Links

Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here

FAQs

1. What is the starting date to apply for DST Scientist 2025?
Ans: Starting Date to apply is 15-11-2025.

2. What is the last apply date for DST Scientist 2025?
Ans: Last apply date is 13-01-2026.

3. What is the Eligibility to apply for DST Scientist 2025?
Ans: B.Tech/ B.E.

4. What is the Maximum Age Limit to apply for DST Scientist 2025?
Ans: 40 Years.

5. How many vacancies are being recruited by DST Scientist 2025?
Ans: Total 03 Vacancies.

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