The CSIR – Structural Engineering Research Center (SERC), Chennai has announced the SERC Chennai Scientist Recruitment 2025 to fill 30 Scientist posts under Notification No: SE-2/2025. Interested candidates can apply online through the official SERC website from 21.11.2025 at 11:00 AM to 22.12.2025 at 05:00 PM. Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification to verify eligibility before applying.
This recruitment provides an excellent opportunity for candidates with strong backgrounds in structural engineering, applied mechanics, geotechnical engineering, ocean engineering, electronics, computer science, or intellectual property management. Selection will be based on shortlisting and interview, and applicants must ensure they meet all educational, age, and experience requirements.

| SERC Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Highlights:- |
| Organization Name | CSIR – Structural Engineering Research Center (SERC), Chennai |
| Notification No | SE-2/2025 |
| Job Category | Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type | Regular Basis |
| Total Vacancies | 30 Scientist Posts |
| Place of Posting | Chennai |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://serc.res.in |
| SERC Chennai Post Details & Salary 2025 |
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 1) – 8 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 2) – 4 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 3) – 3 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 4) – 8 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 5) – 3 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 6) – 2 Posts
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 7) – 1 Post
- Scientist (Post code SCT – 8) – 1 Post
Salary:
- Scientist (SCT – 1) – ₹1,38,652/-
(Other pay scales as per post code; refer official notification for full details)
| SERC Chennai Eligibility Criteria:- |
- SCT – 1 to SCT – 5: M.Tech / M.E. in Structural Engineering / Applied Mechanics / Geotechnical / Ocean Engineering; experience in advanced structural analysis, composite materials, structural health monitoring, software and experimental techniques.
- SCT – 6: M.Tech / M.E. in Electronics, Computer Science, IT; experience in programming, software use, and experimental techniques.
- SCT – 7: B.Tech / M.Sc with Post Graduate in Intellectual Property Law; experience in R&D project/financial management, technology forecasting, IP management.
- SCT – 8: M.Tech / M.E. in Structural/Electronics/Computer/AI/ML; experience in R&D financial and project management, technology forecasting, IP management.
Age Limit (as on 22.12.2025)
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General Scientist – 32 years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST – +5 years
- OBC – +3 years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS) – +10 years
- PwBD (SC/ST) – +15 years
- PwBD (OBC) – +13 years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per Govt. policy
| Selection Process & Application Fee:- |
- Shortlisting of applications
- Interview
Application Fee:
- Women / ST / SC / Ex-servicemen / PWD – Nil
- Other applicants – ₹500/-
| Important Dates:- |
- Starting Date of Application – 21.11.2025 at 11:00 AM
- Last Date of Application – 22.12.2025 at 05:00 PM
| Apply Now – Direct Link:- |
- Click below to apply for SERC Chennai Recruitment 2025
- Apply Offline – SERC Chennai 2025 Application Form
| SERC Chennai Official Website | Website Link |
| SERC Chennai Official Notification | Notification |
| SERC Chennai Online Application | Online Apply Link |
| How to Apply for SERC Chennai 2025:- |
- Visit the official SERC Chennai website.
- Read the recruitment notification carefully before applying.
- Fill the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
- Submit the form and pay the fee (if applicable) before 22.12.2025, 05:00 PM.
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