Central Pollution Control Board Contractual Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 51 Posts, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, has released the official notification for the Central Pollution Control B...
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The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, has released the official notification for the Central Pollution Control Board Contractual Recruitment 2026. A total of 51 contractual vacancies are available under the Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER)-Phase-III Project on River Ganga. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24th August 2026 to 7th September 2026.
Central Pollution Control Board Contractual Recruitment 2026
Check the complete basic information for this recruitment including organization, post name, number of vacancies, salary, age limit, qualification requirements, important dates, selection process, application fee, and online application details.
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Advertisement Details
The table below contains the official advertisement number and notification details released by the Central Pollution Control Board for this recruitment.
| Advertisement No. | 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R) |
| Advertisement Date | 24 Aug 2026 |
Basic Details
Check the complete basic information for CPCB Contractual Recruitment 2026 including organization name, post details, vacancies, salary structure, qualification requirements, and age limit.
| Organisation | Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change |
| Designation | Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator and Field Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 51 |
| Salary | ₹38,741 - ₹171,597 |
| Qualifications | Depending on Posts |
| Age Limit | 27 - 50 Years (Age relaxation applicable as per government rules) |
Important Dates
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| Notification Date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 24 Aug 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 07 Sep 2026 |
| Admit Card Date | Will be informed soon |
| Answer Key Date | Will be informed soon |
| Exam Date | Will be informed soon |
| Result Date | Will be informed soon |
Vacancy Details
Check the post-wise vacancy distribution announced under the Central Pollution Control Board Contractual Recruitment 2026.
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Monthly Emoluments |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-D | 01 | ₹1,71,597 |
| Scientist-C | 08 | ₹1,48,997 |
| Scientist-B | 12 | ₹1,25,380 |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 03 | ₹1,19,272 |
| Administrative Assistant | 01 | ₹77,654 |
| Scientific Assistant | 13 | ₹77,654 |
| Taxonomist | 01 | ₹65,031 |
| Data Entry Operator | 04 | ₹57,498 |
| Field Assistant | 08 | ₹38,741 |
Eligibility Criteria
Check the post-wise educational qualification and other eligibility requirements mentioned in the official CPCB recruitment notification.
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Scientist-D | First Class Master's Degree in Environmental Science/Natural Science or First Class Bachelor's Degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines with the prescribed publication/book/technical report requirements and 7 years of relevant practical experience. |
| Scientist-C | First Class Master's Degree in Environmental Science/Natural Science or First Class Bachelor's Degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines with the prescribed publication/book/technical report requirements and 5 years of relevant practical experience. |
| Scientist-B | First Class Master's Degree in Environmental Science/Natural Science or First Class Bachelor's Degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines. A valid GATE score with 90% above percentile or NET-JRF qualification and the prescribed relevant experience are required. |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | First Class Master's Degree in Commerce with Finance & Accounting/Taxations, Chartered Accountant qualification, or MBA in Finance & Accounting with the prescribed post-qualification experience. |
| Administrative Assistant | First Class Bachelor's Degree from a recognized university or equivalent with working knowledge of computers and the prescribed administrative experience. Candidates must also qualify the prescribed skill test. |
| Scientific Assistant | First Class Master's Degree in Environmental Science/Natural Science or First Class Bachelor's Degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines along with the prescribed GATE/NET-JRF requirement. |
| Taxonomist | First Class M.Sc. with the prescribed subject and qualification requirements. Master's Degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks or equivalent is desirable, along with the prescribed GATE/NET-JRF and publication/technical report requirements. |
| Data Entry Operator | First Class Bachelor's Degree in Science/BCA with the prescribed computer skill test requirements, including MS Office and typing requirements. |
| Field Assistant | 10+2 in Science with minimum 55% marks and knowledge of water/wastewater sampling and sample preservation. |
Application Fee
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| All Categories | No Application Fee |
| Payment Mode |
No application fee is required for this recruitment. |
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted through the selection procedure prescribed by the Central Pollution Control Board. Depending on the number of applications received, CPCB may shortlist candidates through a written examination and/or interview as applicable.
- Shortlisting of Eligible Candidates
- Written Examination, if conducted
- Interview
- Document Verification
Important Links
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| Official Notification | Download Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Admit Card | Save post to get notification when available |
| Answer Key | Save post to get notification when available |
| Result | Save post to get notification when available |
How to Apply
Follow the step-by-step application process carefully before submitting the CPCB Contractual Recruitment 2026 online application form.
- Visit the official CPCB website
- Go to the Jobs / Recruitment section
- Find the CPCB Contractual Recruitment 2026 advertisement
- Complete the online registration using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Login using the generated registration details
- Select the applicable post and fill in the required details
- Upload the required documents
- Review all details carefully before final submission
- Submit the application form and save the submitted application for future reference
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