Imd Scientist E Recruitment
Official recruitment notice issued by Imd for the post of Scientist E. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
Graduate / As specified in official notice. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Screening / Shortlisting of Applications, 2. Academic / Research Performance Evaluation, 3. Personal Interview & Document Verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Director | 1 | Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 | 2026-09-30 |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Candidates must visit the official MoES or IMD recruitment portal to initiate the One-Time Registration (OTR) by providing valid personal details, email address, and active mobile number.
Log in with OTR credentials to fill out the detailed application form, entering academic qualifications, research publications, patents, and professional experience relevant to the Scientist E post.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate, post-graduation degrees, doctorate certificates, research papers, and category certificates in the prescribed PDF or JPEG formats.
Proceed to the payment gateway to pay the application fee online, noting that women, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are fully exempted from payment as per government norms.
Submit the finalized application form, download the generated confirmation page for future reference, and await the release of the interview call letter or screening shortlist notification.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Imd Scientist E Recruitment 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: Screening & Shortlisting of Applications | Based on API Score & Experience | Evaluation of academic records, Cumulative impact factor of publications, Number of patents filed, Research projects executed, Total years of relevant scientific experience |
| Stage 2: Personal Interview & Research Presentation | 100 Marks / 45-60 Minutes | Presentation on past research work, Future research proposal for IMD, Domain knowledge in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences and Climatology, Numerical Weather Prediction, Leadership and administrative capabilities |
| Stage 3: Document Verification | Qualifying | Verification of original academic degrees, Experience certificates, NOC from current employer, Research publication proofs, Caste/reservation certificates, Identity proofs |
| Stage 4: Medical Examination & Final Merit List | Qualifying | Comprehensive medical fitness test as per Central Civil Services rules, Publication of the final merit list based on interview performance |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The post of Scientist E in the India Meteorological Department (IMD) is classified under Pay Level 13 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. The entry basic pay is set at Rs. 1,23,100 per month. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) at 53% amounting to Rs. 65,243, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities at 30% (Rs. 36,930), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) is provided, bringing the total Transport Allowance to Rs. 11,016. The gross monthly salary is estimated at Rs. 2,36,289. After statutory deductions including National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of (Basic + DA) amounting to Rs. 18,834, Professional Tax, and CGHS contributions, the net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 2,15,000, making it a premier scientific cadre post.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
Recruitment to the post of Scientist E in IMD strictly adheres to the statutory reservation guidelines issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). Age relaxation is granted to reserved categories: up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is implemented for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS). In accordance with DoPT OM guidelines, women candidates are exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity in scientific cadres, and relaxation in experience criteria is applied where permissible.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Imd Scientist E Recruitment
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Candidates must possess a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Geophysics, or a related discipline, with at least 11 years of relevant research or scientific experience.
There is no mandatory financial service bond, but selected candidates are subject to standard government service conditions and must serve a mandatory probation period.
Directly recruited Scientist E officers undergo a probation period of one year, which may be extended by the competent authority based on performance evaluation.
Initial postings are typically at IMD Headquarters in New Delhi or major regional meteorological centers across India, depending on organizational requirements and specialization.
Shortlisting is based on a benchmark score calculated from academic performance, research publications, patents, and relevant experience, as determined by the MoES screening committee.
Since the selection is based on a single-stage direct personal interview rather than a multi-shift written examination, no normalization process is applicable for this recruitment.