CPCB Recruitment 2026 has been announced for 51 contract vacancies including Data Entry Operator, Field Assistant, Scientist and other posts. Online applications are open from 24 August to 07 September 2026.

📄 Overview

CPCB Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Central Pollution Control Board for 51 contractual vacancies under the Strengthening of Environmental Regulators (SER)-Phase-III Project on River Ganga. The recruitment includes Scientist-D, Scientist-C, Scientist-B, Assistant Manager (Finance), Administrative Assistant, Scientific Assistant, Taxonomist, Data Entry Operator and Field Assistant posts. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online from 24 August 2026 to 07 September 2026. There is no application fee for any category. Selected candidates may be posted at CPCB offices in Delhi, Lucknow, Kolkata or Chandigarh, while interviews will be held in Delhi.

📅 Important Dates

🤝 Vacancy Details

CPCB has notified 51 vacancies across nine post categories under the SER-Phase-III Project. The appointments are purely contractual and are initially for one year, extendable on a case-to-case basis. The project is funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga under the Namami Gange Programme.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility for CPCB Recruitment 2026 is post-specific. Candidates must possess the required qualification and experience by the closing date of application, 07 September 2026. Final-year candidates and applicants awaiting final semester results are not eligible.

Scientist-D – 01 Post

First Class Master's degree in Environmental Science or Natural Science, or First Class Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in Environmental, Chemical, Civil, Energy and Environment or Biotechnology, along with the specified publication or technical-report requirements. A minimum of 7 years of relevant practical experience in river pollution, industrial pollution, sewage management or environmental management is required.

Scientist-C – 08 Posts

The required First Class Master's or Engineering/Technology qualification is accompanied by the specified publication or technical-report requirements and at least 5 years of relevant practical experience in the relevant environmental field.

Scientist-B – 12 Posts

First Class Master's degree in Environmental Science or Natural Science, or First Class Bachelor's degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines, along with a valid GATE score of 90% or above percentile or NET-JRF qualification. Three years of relevant experience is required. Relevant research or teaching experience may also be considered.

Assistant Manager (Finance) – 03 Posts

First Class Master's Degree in Commerce with Finance & Accounting or Taxation, or Chartered Accountant qualification, or MBA in Finance & Accounting. The post requires 8 years of post-qualification experience, including relevant accounting, taxation, computer and office software experience.

Administrative Assistant – 01 Post

First Class Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University or equivalent with working knowledge of computers. A First Class Post-Graduation degree is desirable. Minimum 5 years of post-qualification administrative experience is required, along with a skill test based on noting and drafting.

Scientific Assistant – 13 Posts

First Class Master's degree in Environmental Science or Natural Science, or First Class Bachelor's degree in the specified Engineering/Technology disciplines, along with a valid GATE score of 90% or above percentile or NET-JRF qualification.

Taxonomist – 01 Post

First Class M.Sc. is required. A Master's degree in Botany or Zoology with minimum 75% marks is desirable. Candidates must also have a valid GATE score of 90% or above percentile or NET-JRF qualification and meet the specified publication or technical-report requirements.

Data Entry Operator – 04 Posts

First Class Bachelor's Degree in Science or BCA. Candidates must pass a skill test in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, with English typing speed of 45 words per minute and Hindi typing speed of 35 words per minute on computer.

Field Assistant – 08 Posts

Passed 10+2 in Science with minimum 55% marks. Knowledge of water or wastewater sampling and sample preservation is required.

Full-time regular qualifying degrees must be from recognized Indian Universities or Institutes. Candidates must have obtained the required degree or a valid provisional certificate by the closing date. The period spent acquiring a Ph.D. is not counted as experience.

🔞 Age Limit

💸 Application Fee

🎯 Selection Process

The CPCB Recruitment 2026 selection process is based on document verification, screening and interview. If applications are received in large numbers, CPCB may shortlist candidates using a written examination, percentage of marks, desirable qualification, relevant experience, higher qualification or another screening criterion decided by the Selection/Screening Committee.

• Document verification and screening
• Shortlisting, if required
• Interview by the Selection Committee
• Final selection subject to fulfillment of the prescribed requirements

The interview will be held in Delhi. Candidates attending the interview will not be provided TA/DA or accommodation.

📄 Required Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before filling the online application form:

• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
• Experience certificate(s), wherever applicable
• Valid provisional certificate, if applicable
• Ph.D. discipline document, if applicable
• Published paper, book or journal page showing the applicant's name as author/co-author, wherever applicable
• Recent photograph and signature in the required digital format
• Aadhaar Card or another Government-approved photo identity document
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates currently working in Government, Semi-Government, PSU or Autonomous Organizations

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✍️ How to Apply

1. Visit the official CPCB website and open the Jobs section.
2. Register using a valid email ID and active mobile number. These details should remain active throughout the recruitment process.
3. Enter your name exactly as mentioned on the degree certificate. The name entered during registration cannot be edited later.
4. Select the desired post and essential qualification from the available options and enter the date of birth.
5. Note down the Registration Number generated after registration.
6. Log in using the Registration Number and Date of Birth, which serves as the password.
7. Enter post, qualification and experience details exactly as required in the advertisement.
8. Upload the required photograph, signature and experience certificate in the prescribed format.
9. Upload the specified supporting documents, including Ph.D. discipline documents and publication-related pages wherever applicable.
10. Carefully verify all information before final submission and ensure that the application status shows as submitted.
11. Candidates applying for more than one post must submit a separate application for each post.

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