NCESS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Scientist B and Scientist D Posts

Age Limit

• Scientist B (Post Codes 01 & 02): Maximum 35 years.
• Scientist B (Post Code 03): Maximum 38 years (including 3 years relaxation for OBC).
• Scientist D (Post Code 04): Maximum 50 years.
• Age relaxation for SC/ST/PwD/Ex-Servicemen and Government Employees as per Government of India rules.

Eligibility Details

Scientist B (Planetary Geology/Palaeomagnetism)

• Master’s Degree in Geology with at least 60% marks. Doctoral degree with research experience in planetary geology or palaeomagnetism is desirable.

Scientist B (Mineralogy/Petrology/Critical Minerals)

• Master’s Degree in Geology with at least 60% marks. Doctoral degree with research in mineralogy, petrology, or critical minerals is preferred.

Scientist B (Geophysics)

• Master’s Degree in Geophysics with 60% marks. Doctoral degree with research in gravity, magnetic, resistivity, or seismological studies is desirable.

Scientist D (Geology/Marine Geology)

• Master’s Degree in Geology or Marine Geology with 60% marks and 7 years of research/development experience in industrial, academic, or S&T organisations. Doctoral degree with research in river/marine sediment geochemistry or coastal zone management is desirable.

General: Candidates must be Indian citizens and possess a valid email ID and mobile number. Employees in Government organisations must provide an NOC.

Important Dates

• Advertisement Date: 23 February 2026
• Last Date for Submission: 27 March 2026
• Updated: 25 February 2026

Note: If any date is not fully resolved from the notification (e.g., Notified Soon), it has been left blank and the original text is provided in this field.

Application Fee

No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply

• Eligible candidates should apply online via the official NCESS website before the deadline.
• Prepare a valid email ID and mobile number for correspondence.
• Fill out the application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
• Upload scanned documents (photograph, signature, and certificates) in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online if applicable.
• Review all details and submit. Take a printout or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download from the official site.
• Apply Online: Use the Apply Online link on the official site.
• Official Website: Access www.ncess.gov.in for more information.