Central Pollution Control Board has set 7 September 2026 as the last date to apply online for CPCB Recruitment 2026 covering 51 contractual vacancies. The recruitment is under Advertisement No 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin (R) for the Strengthening of Environmental Regulators Phase III Project on River Ganga funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga under the Namami Gange Programme. Posts include Scientist D Scientist C Scientist B Assistant Manager Finance Administrative Assistant Scientific Assistant Taxonomist Data Entry Operator and Field Assistant. Online applications opened on 24 August 2026 at 10:00 AM and close today at 23:59 hours. There is no application fee for any category. Age limits range from 27 to 50 years depending on the post as on 7 September 2026. Educational qualifications vary from 10 plus 2 Science to Masters degree or B Tech with relevant experience GATE or NET JRF. Selection will be through shortlisting written test or interview followed by document verification. Interviews will be held in Delhi. Candidates must apply only through the official CPCB website.
The last date to submit the online application form for CPCB Recruitment 2026 is today 7 September 2026. Interested candidates should complete the process before the deadline to avoid any technical issues.
All posts are purely contractual and initially for one year extendable based on project requirements and performance.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 21 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 24 August 2026 10:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 07 September 2026 23:59 Hrs |
| Interview Date | To be announced on CPCB website |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories including UR OBC EWS SC ST PwBD | Nil |
No application fee is required for any post or category.
Age Limit
| Post Name | Upper Age Limit as on 07 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Scientist D | 50 Years |
| Scientist C | 45 Years |
| Scientist B | 35 Years |
| Assistant Manager Finance | 35 Years |
| Administrative Assistant | 35 Years |
| Scientific Assistant | 35 Years |
| Taxonomist | 35 Years |
| Data Entry Operator | 32 Years |
| Field Assistant | 27 Years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Monthly Emoluments Consolidated |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist D | 01 | Rs 171597 |
| Scientist C | 08 | Rs 148997 |
| Scientist B | 12 | Rs 125380 |
| Assistant Manager Finance | 03 | Rs 119272 |
| Administrative Assistant | 01 | Rs 77654 |
| Scientific Assistant | 13 | Rs 77654 |
| Taxonomist | 01 | Rs 65031 |
| Data Entry Operator | 04 | Rs 57498 |
| Field Assistant | 08 | Rs 38741 |
| Total | 51 |
All posts are unreserved and open to all eligible candidates.
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Educational Qualification and Experience |
|---|---|
| Scientist D | First class Masters in Environmental or Natural Science or First class BE BTech in relevant field with 7 years experience and publications or technical reports |
| Scientist C | First class Masters in Environmental or Natural Science or First class BE BTech in relevant field with 5 years experience and publications or technical reports |
| Scientist B | First class Masters in Environmental or Natural Science or First class BE BTech in relevant field with GATE or NET JRF and 3 years experience |
| Assistant Manager Finance | First class MCom in Finance Accounting or Taxation or CA or MBA Finance with 8 years experience |
| Administrative Assistant | First class Graduation with skill test and 5 years experience |
| Scientific Assistant | First class Masters or BTech with GATE or NET JRF |
| Taxonomist | As specified in the official notification with relevant experience |
| Data Entry Operator | As specified in the official notification |
| Field Assistant | 10 plus 2 in Science or as specified |
Detailed qualifications experience and desirable criteria are available in the official advertisement. Candidates must check the notification carefully before applying.
Selection Process
The selection process for CPCB Recruitment 2026 involves shortlisting of candidates based on the information provided in the application form. Shortlisted candidates may be called for a written test or interview or both.
The interview will be conducted in Delhi. Final selection will be subject to document verification and medical fitness as required. The engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right for regular appointment.
How to Apply Online for CPCB Recruitment 2026
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official website of Central Pollution Control Board at cpcb.gov.in |
| 2 | Go to the Jobs or Career section on the homepage |
| 3 | Click on the link for Advertisement No 02/WQM-II/2025-Admin (R) |
| 4 | Read the detailed notification carefully |
| 5 | Click on Apply Online and fill the application form with accurate details |
| 6 | Upload the required documents photograph and signature |
| 7 | Submit the form and take a printout for future reference |
Candidates should ensure that all details entered in the application form are correct. Incomplete applications or applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Important Links
| Particular | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Website | Click here |
| Apply Online | Click here |
| Download Notification | Click here |
Frequently Asked Questions
[What is the last date to apply for CPCB Recruitment 2026?]
[The last date to apply online for CPCB Recruitment 2026 is 7 September 2026 up to 23:59 hours.]
[How many vacancies are there in CPCB Recruitment 2026?]
[A total of 51 contractual vacancies have been announced across nine different posts.]
[Is there any application fee for CPCB Recruitment 2026?]
[No. There is no application fee for any category or post.]
[What is the selection process for CPCB posts?]
[Selection will be based on shortlisting followed by written test or interview and document verification. Interviews will be held in Delhi.]
[Are the CPCB posts permanent?]
[No. All posts are purely contractual under the SER Phase III Project and initially for one year extendable as per project needs.]
[Where can candidates apply for CPCB Recruitment 2026?]
[Candidates can apply online only through the official website cpcb.gov.in.]
The online application window for CPCB Recruitment 2026 closes today 7 September 2026 at 23:59 hours. Eligible candidates who have not yet applied should complete the process immediately on the official website.