The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, is inviting online applications for 21 contractual positions for its project “Pollution Inventorisation Assessment & Surveillance (PIAS)” as part of the Namami Gange Programme. The recruitment is for the posts of Senior Project Associate and Project Scientist (Levels I, II, and III).
Job Details
| Detail | Information |
| Organization | Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
| Employment Type | Contractual (Project-based) |
| Job Title(s) | Project Scientist (I, II, III), Senior Project Associate |
| Total Vacancies | 21 |
| Application Start Date | 19.09.2025 |
| Application End Date | 03.10.2025 |
| Location | Delhi, Lucknow, Kolkata |
| Application Method | Online |
| Official Site | www.cpcb.nic.in |
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Post and Vacancy Details
The recruitment is for a total of 21 positions with postings in Delhi, Lucknow, and Kolkata.
| Post Name | Total Vacancies |
| Senior Project Associate | 06 |
| Project Scientist-I | 06 |
| Project Scientist-II | 05 |
| Project Scientist-III | 04 |
Salary Details
The monthly emoluments for the positions are as follows :
- Senior Project Associate: ₹42,000 + HRA
- Project Scientist-I: ₹56,000 + HRA
- Project Scientist-II: ₹67,000 + HRA
- Project Scientist-III: ₹78,000 + HRA
Educational Qualification and Experience
The eligibility criteria for each post are as follows :
- Senior Project Associate:
- Master’s Degree in Science (Environment Science/Chemistry/GIS & Remote Sensing) OR Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Civil/Chemical/Environment).
- AND Four years of relevant experience OR a Doctoral Degree in a relevant field.
- Project Scientist-I:
- Doctoral Degree in Science (Environment Science/Chemistry/GIS & Remote Sensing) OR Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology (Civil/Chemical/Environment).
- Project Scientist-II:
- Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant field.
- AND Three years of relevant experience.
- Project Scientist-III:
- Doctoral Degree in Science OR Master’s Degree in Engineering/Technology in a relevant field.
- AND Seven years of relevant experience.
Relevant experience includes work in pollution assessment, water quality monitoring, industrial pollution control, and environmental data management.
Age Limit
The upper age limits for the positions are as follows :
- Senior Project Associate: 40 years
- Project Scientist-I: 35 years
- Project Scientist-II: 40 years
- Project Scientist-III: 45 years
Selection Process
The selection process will include the following stages :
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on their application. If a large number of applications are received, a written test may be conducted for screening.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present all original documents for verification before the interview.
- Personal Interview: Final selection will be based on performance in the personal interview, which will be held in Delhi.
How to Apply
- Visit the official CPCB website: www.cpcb.nic.in and go to the ‘Jobs’ page.
- Find the link for the online application for Advt. No. 01/WQM-II/2025-Admin.(R).
- Register and submit your application online.
- Upload the required documents, primarily your Experience Certificate(s).
- There is No Application Fee for applying to any post.
- Submit the application form before the deadline of 03.10.2025 (23:59 Hrs).
Instructions
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- The positions are purely temporary and co-terminus with the project, which is currently sanctioned up to 31st March 2026.
- Candidates serving in Government/PSUs must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of document verification.
- No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Important Dates
| Activity | Date |
| Commencement of Online Application | 19.09.2025 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date for Online Application | 03.10.2025 (23:59 Hrs) |
| Place of Interview | Delhi |
Important Links
- Notification Link: Click Here
- Application Link: Click Here
