Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS Hyderabad) Recruitment 2026 — Official Vacancy Notification
Official recruitment notice issued by Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS Hyderabad) for the post of Administrative & Technical Staff Cadre. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.
Key Recruitment Specifications
Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation
| UR | Total |
|---|---|
| 1 | 1 |
Essential Educational Qualification
M.Tech / M.E, MBBS / Medical Degree. Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.
Selection Methodology
1. Computer Based Written Test (CBT), 2. Skill Test / Interview (Where Applicable), 3. Document Verification & Medical Fitness Test.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Cadre Designation | Vacancies | Pay Level | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-01-24 |
| Code | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-05-11 |
| Government Post / | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2025-06-30 |
| Research Associate | 1 | Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 | 2026-09-30 |
| Procurement Scope | Est. Value | EMD Amount | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Notice - Incois (Tender: General Gover | Refer Tender Notic | 2% Statutory EMD | Refer RFP Sched |
Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap
Access the official INCOIS recruitment portal and complete the One-Time Registration by providing your name, email, and mobile number to generate unique login credentials.
Upload scanned copies of essential documents including matriculation certificate for age proof, degree certificates, consolidated mark sheets, and category certificates in the prescribed PDF format.
Fill out the detailed online application form with academic qualifications, professional experience, research publications, and preferred examination centers before saving the draft.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or UPI, ensuring to download and save the generated transaction receipt.
Submit the finalized application form, download the confirmation page for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the written exam admit card.
Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework
The candidate evaluation matrix for Incois N/A 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: Written Screening Test | 120 Marks / 120 Minutes | General Intelligence, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning Ability, English Language, and Basic Computer Literacy. |
| Stage 2: Domain Specialization Test | 100 Marks / 180 Minutes | Oceanography, Meteorology, Marine Sciences, Geophysics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Data Assimilation, and Programming in Python or Fortran. |
| Stage 3: Personal Interview | 100 Marks / 45 Minutes | Evaluation of research aptitude, technical knowledge in ocean state forecasting, communication skills, and defense of post-graduate or doctoral thesis. |
| Stage 4: Document Verification & Medical Examination | Qualifying / No Marks | Verification of original academic credentials, caste certificates, No Objection Certificate from current employer, and physical fitness assessment by a designated medical board. |
7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure
The recruitment for Scientist-B at INCOIS is positioned at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 56,100. With the current Dearness Allowance (DA) set at 53% (Rs. 29,733), and House Rent Allowance (HRA) for Class X cities like Hyderabad calculated at 30% (Rs. 16,830), the compensation is highly competitive. Additionally, Transport Allowance (TA) of Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816) totaling Rs. 11,016 is provided. This brings the Gross Monthly Salary to approximately Rs. 1,13,679. After statutory deductions including the National Pension System (NPS) contribution of 10% of Basic plus DA (Rs. 8,583), Professional Tax, and Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) subscriptions, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary stands at approximately Rs. 1,04,000, which will be further enhanced upon the implementation of the 8th CPC.
Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines
Recruitment at INCOIS strictly complies with the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) guidelines. Age relaxation is granted as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and 10 years for PwBD candidates. A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. In line with central government mandates, women candidates, SC, ST, and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote diversity and equal opportunity in scientific research cadres.
Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Incois N/A Recruitment
Minimum qualifying marks are set at 50% for General/EWS and 40% for OBC/SC/ST/PwBD in both the written test and interview stages separately.
Yes, if the screening test is conducted in multiple shifts, the standard multi-shift normalization formula approved by DoPT is applied to ensure parity.
Selected candidates for Scientific posts must execute a service bond to serve INCOIS for a minimum period of three years from the date of appointment.
Newly appointed officers undergo a mandatory probation period of two years, which may be extended based on performance evaluations.
The detailed, post-specific syllabus is published alongside the official notification on the INCOIS website under the Vacancies section.
The primary place of posting is the INCOIS campus in Pragathi Nagar, Hyderabad, but officers are liable for transfer anywhere in India or onboard research vessels.