DBT Recruitment 2026 Out — Scientist C Vacancy, Eligibility & Apply Link
Small Information :
The Department of Biotechnology has announced the DBT Recruitment 2026 notification for 10 Scientist C positions. Candidates holding qualifications such as M.Phil, Ph.D, MS, or MD are eligible to apply through the online mode.
The application window opens on 14 February 2026 and will remain active until 15 March 2026. Interested applicants must complete their registration through the official DBT portal (dbtindia.gov.in) within the deadline.
This recruitment drive offers a valuable opportunity for qualified professionals seeking government research roles. Detailed information — including eligibility requirements, age criteria, salary structure, selection procedure, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and online form — is provided for candidates to review before applying.
Important Dates
- Starting Date for Online Application: 14 February 2026
- Last Date for Online Application: 15 March 2026
Application Fee
- Application fee is ₹2,000 (non-refundable) for all candidates, except women applicants, SC/ST candidates, persons with benchmark disabilities, and ex-servicemen, who are exempted. The fee must be paid online using net banking, debit card, or credit card. Applications submitted without the required fee — where applicable — will be rejected.
Age Limits
- Upper age limit: 35 years
- Government servants: Up to 5 years age relaxation
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation
- OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation
- PwBD candidates: 10 years relaxation
- Age calculation date: Based on the last date of online application submission
Small Details
| Company Name | Department of Biotechnology (DBT) |
| Post Name | Scientist ‘C’ |
| No of Posts | 10 |
| Advt No | A-12024/2/2025-ESTT-DBT |
| Salary | Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700-2,08,700) |
| Qualification | Ph.D. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / related disciplines or M.D. from recognised University |
| Age Limit | 35 years |
| Start Date | 14 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 15 March 2026 |
| Official Website | www.dbtindia.gov.in |
Total Post
10 Posts
DBT Recruitment 2026 Out Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 04 |
| OBC (NCL) | 03 |
| SC | 01 |
| ST | 01 |
| EWS | 01 |
| Total | 10 |
Salary Details DBT Recruitment 2026 Out
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-11 (7th CPC) |
| Salary Range | ₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700 |
| Pre-Revised Pay Scale | ₹15,600 – ₹39,100 |
| Grade Pay | ₹6,600 |
| Eligibility Criteria DBT Recruitment 2026 Out |
Nationality: Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
Educational Qualification (Essential):
Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Computational Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Veterinary Sciences, or related disciplines; or a Ph.D. in Engineering/Technology such as Chemical, Biomedical, Biotechnology, or Biopharma; or an M.D. degree in any medical specialty from a recognized university or institute.
Experience: No minimum prior work experience is required.
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How To Check and Apply DBT Recruitment 2026 Out
- Eligible candidates must submit their application online only through the Department of Biotechnology recruitment portal using a valid email ID. Applicants should upload all required certificates and documents and complete the fee payment (where applicable). No hard copy submission is needed. Candidates are advised to submit only one application, as multiple entries will be rejected. After submission, keep a printed copy of the application for future reference.
| DBT Recruitment 2026 Out Mode Of Selection |
| Stage 1 – Computer Based Written Examination: 200 marks total with 200 objective questions (100 General Aptitude + 100 Scientific). Duration: 120 minutes. Stage 2 – Personal Interview: 200 marks. Candidates will be shortlisted based on written exam merit — up to 5 times the number of vacancies. Final Selection: Merit list prepared based on combined marks from the written exam and interview (out of 400). |
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