UPSC Scientist and Research Officer Recruitment 2025

Advertisement Numbers:

• Scientific Officer (Chemical): 25050603624
• Scientist-B (Mechanical): 25050604624
• Scientist B (Civil Engineering): 25050642524
• Scientist B (Computer Science/IT): 25050643524
• Research Officer: 25050619424

Last Date to Apply:

• Estimated: 12th June 2025
  Post names/names:
• Scientific Officer (Chemical) – National Test House
• Scientist-B (Mechanical) – National Test House
• Scientist B (Civil Engineering) – Central Soil and Materials Research Station
• Scientist B (Computer Science/Information Technology) – Central Water and Power Research Station
• Research Officer – Signal Intelligence Directorate
  

Job Post Recruitment Board Overview

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is facilitating recruitment for five scientific and research positions across multiple ministries:

• National Test House (NTH), Ministry of Consumer Affairs: Recruiting Scientific Officer (Chemical) and Scientist-B (Mechanical) for testing and evaluation roles.
• Central Soil and Materials Research Station (CSMRS), Ministry of Jal Shakti: Hiring Scientist B (Civil Engineering) for construction material research.
• Central Water and Power Research Station (CWPRS), Ministry of Jal Shakti: Seeking Scientist B (Computer Science/IT) for digital infrastructure in water resource projects.
• Signal Intelligence Directorate, Ministry of Defence: Recruiting Research Officer for operational research in cryptography and security.

This recruitment drive offers 20 vacancies, targeting candidates with chemistry, engineering, computer science, and research expertise. The application window is currently providing opportunities to contribute to key government initiatives.

Job Brief Information

Job Post Details

Field	Details
Post Name	Scientific Officer (Chemical), Scientist-B (Mechanical), Scientist B (Civil Engineering), Scientist B (Computer Science/IT), Research Officer
Compensation	Scientific Officer: Level-8 (Rs.47,600-1,51,100); Others: Level-10 (Rs.56,100-1,77,500)
Total Vacancies	20 (Scientific Officer: 12, Scientist-B Mechanical: 1, Scientist B Civil: 3, Scientist B CS/IT: 3, Research Officer: 1)
Notification Date	28th May 2025 (assumed based on document timestamp)
Last Date to Apply	12th June 2025
Organization	NTH (Ministry of Consumer Affairs), CSMRS & CWPRS (Ministry of Jal Shakti), Signal Intelligence Directorate (Ministry of Defence)

Recruitment Overview

This UPSC recruitment includes:

• Scientific Officer (Chemical) (NTH): 12 posts (5 UR, 1 EWS, 3 OBC, 2 SC, 1 ST) for chemical testing and evaluation.
• Scientist-B (Mechanical) (NTH): 1 UR post for mechanical testing and metrology.
• Scientist B (Civil Engineering) (CSMRS): 3 posts (1 UR, 1 OBC, 1 SC) for construction material research.
• Scientist B (Computer Science/IT) (CWPRS): 3 posts (2 UR, 1 SC) for digital infrastructure in water projects.
• Research Officer (Signal Intelligence): 1 UR post for operational research in cryptography.
  All posts are permanent, under General Central Service (Group ‘A’ or ‘B’, Gazetted, Non-Ministerial), with probation periods of 1–2 years and All India Service Liability (except Research Officer, based in New Delhi).

Eligibility Criteria

Role	Educational Qualification	Age Limit	Age Relaxation	Other Criteria
Scientific Officer (Chemical)	Master’s in Chemistry/Microbiology OR Degree in Chemical Tech/Engineering + 1 year of experience	30 years (UR/EWS), 33 years (OBC), 35 years (SC/ST)	Central/UT Govt Servants: 5 years	Experience in chemical testing/R&D
Scientist-B (Mechanical)	Master’s in Physics + 1 year experience OR B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Metallurgical + 2 years experience	35 years (UR)	Central/UT Govt Servants: 5 years	Experience in testing/metrology
Scientist B (Civil Engineering)	B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering + 3 years experience	35 years (UR), 38 years (OBC), 40 years (SC)	Central/UT Govt Servants: 5 years	Experience in civil engineering research
Scientist B (CS/IT)	B.E./B.Tech in CS/IT + 3 years research experience	35 years (UR), 40 years (SC)	Central/UT Govt Servants: 5 years	Research in water/coastal engineering
Research Officer	Master’s in Math/Stats/Electronics/CS OR B.E./B.Tech in CS/ECE/IT + Diploma in specified languages + 3 years experience	35 years (UR)	Central/UT Govt Servants: 5 years	Research in cryptography/security

Additional Criteria:

• All Posts: Qualifications/experience relaxable by UPSC for well-qualified candidates or if insufficient SC/ST candidates are available.
• Scientific Officer & Scientist B (CS/IT): Specific PwBD categories (OL, OA with Ataxic conditions) deemed unsuitable.
• Research Officer: Requires language proficiency in Chinese, Burmese, Tibetan, etc.

Selection Process

Recruitment	Stage	Details
All Posts	Stage 1	Application submission via the UPSC portal
	Stage 2	Interview/Selection by UPSC (details on UPSC website)

Structure of Online Test (if applicable)

The recruitment process does not involve an online test. Selection is based on application review and interview per UPSC norms.

Number of Posts and Reservation

Recruitment/Discipline	Vacancies by Post	Total
Scientific Officer (Chemical)	UR: 5, EWS: 1, OBC: 3, SC: 2, ST: 1	12
Scientist-B (Mechanical)	UR: 1	1
Scientist B (Civil Engineering)	UR: 1, OBC: 1, SC: 1	3
Scientist B (CS/IT)	UR: 2, SC: 1	3
Research Officer	UR: 1	1
Total	–	20

How To Apply

1. Visit the UPSC online portal: https://upsconline.nic.in.
2. Complete the Online Recruitment Application (ORA) form with accurate details.
3. Upload required documents (e.g., educational certificates, experience proof, age proof, caste certificate if applicable).
4. Submit the application by the estimated last date, 27th June 2025.
5. Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

Application Fees

Recruitment	Category	Fees
All Posts	All Categories	Not specified (typically Rs 25 for UR/OBC/EWS, exempted for SC/ST as per UPSC norms)

Official Links

Notification

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UPSC Scientist and Research Officer Recruitment 2025?

A UPSC recruitment drive for 20 posts across NTH, CSMRS, CWPRS, and Signal Intelligence Directorate, including Scientific Officer, Scientist B, and Research Officer roles.

Who can apply?

Candidates with degrees in chemistry, engineering, computer science, or related fields, 1–3 years of experience, and age limits of 30–40 years (with relaxations for reserved categories).

What is the last date to apply?

Estimated: 27th June 2025 for all posts.

How do I apply?

Apply online via https://upsconline.nic.in by submitting the ORA form with required documents by the estimated deadline.

What is the selection process?

Selection involves application review and interview per UPSC norms.

What are the benefits of these jobs?

Pay ranges from Level-8 (Rs 47,600-1,51,100) to Level-10 (Rs 56,100-1,77,500), with 1–2 years probation, permanent positions, and All India Service Liability (except Research Officer).

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