IMD Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 134 Scientific Assistant & Project Scientist Posts

IMD Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 134 Scientific Assistant & Project Scientist Posts has been officially released by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) through Notification No: 2/2025 IMD. This Central Government recruitment offers contract-based positions across India, with opportunities for candidates holding degrees in Science, Engineering, Meteorology, Environmental Sciences, and allied disciplines.

The recruitment includes multiple posts such as Project Scientist I, II, III, Project Scientist E, Scientific Assistant, and Admin Assistant. The online application window will be open from 24 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 on the official website. Candidates must check eligibility, age limits, qualifications, and pay scale before applying.

IMD Recruitment 2025 – Highlights:-

 

Category	Details
Organization	India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Notification No	2/2025 IMD
Post Names	Project Scientist I/II/III/E, Scientific Assistant, Admin Assistant
Total Vacancies	134
Job Category	Central Govt Jobs
Employment Type	Contract Basis (1 Year, Extendable)
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Start Date	24 November 2025
Last Date	14 December 2025

 

IMD Post Details & Salary  2025

 

• Project Scientist E – 01
• Project Scientist III – 17
• Project Scientist II – 29
• Project Scientist I – 66
• Scientific Assistant – 25
• Admin Assistant – 02
  
  Total Vacancies: 134

Salary:

• Project Scientist E – ₹1,23,100 + HRA
• Project Scientist III – ₹78,000 + HRA
• Project Scientist II – ₹67,000 + HRA
• Project Scientist I – ₹56,000 + HRA
• Scientific Assistant – ₹29,200 + HRA
• Admin Assistant – ₹29,200 + HRA

IMD Eligibility Criteria:-

Project Scientist E

Essential:

• M.Sc in Physics / Mathematics / Meteorology / Atmospheric Science / Electronics & Instrumentation / Electronics & Communication OR
• B.E / B.Tech in the above fields
• Minimum 60% marks

Desirable:

• Ph.D in relevant subject OR
• M.E / M.Tech (60% marks)

Experience:

• 11 years in R&D / Scientific Services

Project Scientist III

Essential:

• M.Sc in Agricultural Meteorology / Agricultural Physics / Agricultural Statistics / Remote Sensing & GIS / Computer Science
  
  OR
• B.E / B.Tech in the above fields
• Minimum 60% marks

Desirable:

• Ph.D OR
• M.E / M.Tech (60% marks)

Experience:

• 7 years in relevant scientific / forecasting / instrumentation work

Project Scientist II

Essential:

• M.Sc in relevant subjects (Physics / Mathematics / Meteorology / Atmospheric Science / Agricultural Sciences / Computer Science / Electronics, etc.) OR
• B.E / B.Tech in relevant subjects
• Minimum 60% marks

Desirable:

• Ph.D OR
• M.E / M.Tech (60% marks)

Experience:

• 3 years in scientific R&D / forecasting / instrumentation

Project Scientist I

Essential:

• M.Sc in Physics / Mathematics / Meteorology / Atmospheric Science / Environmental Science / Computer Science / IT / Electronics, etc. OR
• B.E / B.Tech in relevant engineering branches
• Minimum 60% marks

Desirable:

• Ph.D OR
• M.E / M.Tech (60% marks)

Scientific Assistant

Essential:

• B.Sc with Physics as a subject OR
• B.Sc / BCA / B.Tech in
• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Electronics
• ECE / EEE / Telecommunication / Instrumentation

Admin Assistant

Essential:

• Any Bachelor’s Degree
• Must have passed Computer Proficiency Test
  

Age Limit:

• Project Scientist E – 50 years
• Project Scientist III – 45 years
• Project Scientist II – 40 years
• Project Scientist I – 35 years
• Scientific Assistant – 30 years
• Admin Assistant – 30 years

Selection Process:-

• Shortlisting
• Interview

Important Dates:-

 

Event	Date
Online Application Starts	24 November 2025
Last Date to Apply	14 December 2025

 

Apply Now – Direct Link:-

• Click below to apply for IMD Recruitment 2025
• Apply Offline – IMD  2025 Application Form

IMD Official Website	Website Link
IMD Official CGL Notification	Notification
IMD Online Application	Starts from 24-11-2025

 

How to Apply for IMD 2025:-

 

• Visit the official website.
• Go to the Recruitment / Career section
• Open IMD Recruitment 2025 Notification (2/2025)
• Register using valid mobile number & email
• Fill the online application form with accurate details
• Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
• Submit the form and download the application PDF
• Keep email & mobile active until the results are announced