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2026 27

Official gazetted recruitment notification for 2026 27 administered by IMD Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: IMD Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) Cutoff Date: 2020-05-22 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Official Domain: imd.gujarat.gov.in | Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

Related Active Openings under IMD

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Designation & Cadre	Vacancies	Scale of Pay	Cutoff Date
Advertisment the Post of Young Professional Ii Yp Ii Temporary Position	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Advertisment Regarding the Recruitment of Government Retired Officer on a Co	1 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2026-09-30
Advertisments	1 Openings	₹2025-26 (Level-4)	2026-06-23
Cleanest Tourist Spot Award East Khasi Hills	20 Openings	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	2022-10-14

Active Procurement Tenders by IMD

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Contract Scope & NIT Notice	Estimated Value	Statutory EMD	Submission Cutoff
Global TENDER for Computer Controlled Servo Hydraulic Vertical Type Universa	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Global TENDER for Supply of High Value Horticulture Fruit Plants Planting Ma	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Global TENDER for the Purchase of High Fidelity Mannequins for Medical Surgi	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30
Hiring of Scaffolding Pipes Along with Associated Items Tender	Rs. 25,00,000 (Indicative Benchmark)	Rs. 50,000 (2% Statutory EMD)	2026-10-30

Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for 2026 27?

The sanctioned remuneration is Level-3 (₹21,700 - ₹69,100) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2020-05-22. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from IMD Authority?

All official notifications and gazetted circulars are published directly on the verified sovereign domain imd.gujarat.gov.in. Always cross-check notice references against primary government bulletins.

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Visit the official IMD recruitment portal, complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing basic personal details, valid email, and mobile number to generate a unique login ID.

Log in with OTR credentials, select the Scientific Assistant Exam 2026-27 application link, and fill in detailed educational qualifications, work experience, and preferred exam centers.

Upload scanned high-resolution copies of the matriculation certificate, degree transcripts, caste or category certificate if applicable, passport-sized photograph, and signature as per the specified pixel limits.

Pay the non-refundable application fee of INR 100, which is exempt for women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates, online via Net Banking, UPI, or Credit and Debit cards.

Submit the finalized application, download the system-generated confirmation page, and regularly monitor the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card two weeks before the exam.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for 2026 27 is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Examination (Paper I)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language and Comprehension, General Awareness and Scientific Temper
Stage 2: Computer Based Examination (Paper II - Domain Specialization)	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Physics (Mechanics, Wave Optics, Thermal Physics), Computer Science and Information Technology (DBMS, OS, Networking), Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering core concepts
Stage 3: Document Verification	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of original academic degrees, Caste and category certificate validation, Identity proof and character certificate verification
Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List	Qualifying, Final Selection	Comprehensive medical fitness test as per civil servant standards, Publication of the final merit list based on combined Paper I and II scores

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the IMD Scientific Assistant cadre in 2026-27 is positioned at Level 6 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is established at Rs. 35,400. With the Dearness Allowance (DA) projected at 53% (amounting to Rs. 18,762), the compensation structure is highly competitive. House Rent Allowance (HRA) varies by city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 10,620), Class Y (20% or Rs. 7,080), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 3,540). Transport Allowance (TA) is set at Rs. 3,600 plus DA on TA, totaling Rs. 5,508 for higher TPTA cities. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 70,290. After mandatory deductions for the National Pension System (NPS) at 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 5,416) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 64,000, offering excellent financial stability.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, the IMD recruitment strictly implements vertical and horizontal reservations. This includes a 10% quota for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27% for Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL). Upper age limit relaxations of 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are provided. Women candidates across all categories are fully exempted from paying the application fee, promoting gender diversity in scientific cadres.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — 2026 27

What is the normalization method used for multi-shift exams?

IMD utilizes the standard formula-based normalization method approved by DoPT to adjust difficulty variations across different shifts of the Computer Based Examination.

Is there a service bond or minimum service agreement for selected candidates?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the India Meteorological Department for a minimum period of three years post-training.

What is the probation period for the Scientific Assistant post?

Newly recruited Scientific Assistants undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which includes specialized training at the Meteorological Training Institute (MTI), Pune.

Can final year students apply for the IMD 2026-27 recruitment?

Candidates must possess the requisite educational qualification (B.Sc. in Physics/CS/IT or Diploma in Electronics) on or before the crucial eligibility cutoff date specified in the notification.

What are the primary posting locations for selected candidates?

Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India, including remote high-altitude stations, regional meteorological centers, or the IMD headquarters in New Delhi.

Is there negative marking in the Computer Based Examination?

Yes, a negative marking of 0.25 marks is applicable for each incorrect answer in both Paper I and Paper II of the online examination.