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Department of Consumer Affairs NTH Scientist-B Chemical Recruitment 2026

Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution

Domain: Science & Technology
Employment Type: Other
Stage: Announcement - Detailed Notification

Posted: 29 days ago

Posts: 2

Location: CENTRAL

Closes: 1 Nov 2026

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Job Details

Recruitment on deputation (including short term contract) of Scientist‑B (Chemical) in National Test House, a subordinate office of the Department of Consumer Affairs. The role involves chemical analysis of materials (e.g., building materials, metals, ores and minerals, oil and fuels, food, water, paints) using instrumental methods of testing, as reflected in the essential experience criteria. Postings will be at NTH regional branches. Pay is in Level‑10 of the pay matrix.

Level:
central
Other Information:
  • Place of posting: Regional Branches of National Test House.

Job Summary

Two Scientist‑B (Chemical) vacancies in National Test House under the Department of Consumer Affairs will be filled on deputation (including short term contract) basis. Eligible officers from Central/State/UT governments and specified organizations may apply through proper channel within 60 days from the Employment News advertisement; pay is Level‑10 of the pay matrix.

Important Dates

  1. Notification publication date

  2. Last date to apply · Application closing dateNextEstimated

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualifications

CriteriaDetails
Master’s Degree in Chemistry or Microbiology from a recognized University/Institute.Required
Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Chemical Technology or Chemical Engineering from a recognized University/Institute.Required

2. Experience Requirements

CriteriaDetails
Experience Range1 - N/A years
DesirableExperience of Research and Development work in the areas covered in the educational qualification.

3. Age Limit

CriteriaDetails
Age RangeN/A - 56 years
Upper ageNot exceeding fifty six years as on the closing date for receipt of applications (for deputation including short term contract).

4. Other Eligibility

CriteriaDetails
Eligible organizationsOfficers under the Central Government or State Governments or Union Territories administrations or Public Sector Undertakings or Universities or Recognized Research Institutions or Semi‑Government or Autonomous bodies or Statutory Organizations.
Service conditionHolding analogous post on a regular basis in parent cadre/department OR with two years’ regular service in Level‑8 (Rs. 47,600–1,51,100) or equivalent in parent cadre/department.
Deputation restrictionsDepartmental officers in the feeder category in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for consideration; deputationists are not eligible for appointment by promotion.
Deputation tenurePeriod of deputation (including short term contract) shall ordinarily not exceed three years.
Pay equivalence noteRegular service prior to 01.01.2016 will be treated as service in the corresponding level in the pay matrix as per 7th CPC recommendations, subject to conditions mentioned.

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Post Details

Total Posts: 2

1. Scientist-B (Chemical)

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Essential qualification/experience: Master’s in Chemistry/Microbiology with 1 year practical experience in chemical analysis using instrumental methods; OR BE/BTech in Chemical Technology/Chemical Engineering with 2 years such experience.
  • Service eligibility: Officers holding analogous post OR with two years’ regular service in Level‑8 in parent cadre/department.

Age Limitations:

  • Upper age limit: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date for receipt of applications (for deputation/ISTC).

Salary Details

> Salary Range: ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 Monthly

Other Information

  • Pay matrix level: Level‑10 of 7th CPC pay matrix.

How to Apply

1. Application format:
Apply in the enclosed Proforma (Appendix‑1) through proper channel.
2. Submission mode:
Send hard copy to Under Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, 12/2, Jam Nagar House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi‑110011, and also email the application to aamir.edu@nic.in.
3. Deadline:
Within 60 (Sixty) days from the date of issue of the advertisement in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar.

Document Requirements

1. APARs/CRs:
Attested copies of last 5 years’ Confidential Reports/APARs (each page attested by an officer not below the rank of Under Secretary).
2. Vigilance Clearance:
Vigilance Clearance from the competent authority.
3. No Penalty statement:
Statement showing no penalty during the last 10 years.
4. Integrity Certificate:
Integrity Certificate from the cadre authority.
5. Cadre Clearance:
Cadre Clearance as per the enclosed proforma.
6. Bio‑data/CV:
Bio‑data/CV in the prescribed format (Annexure‑A) duly filled and signed.
7. Employer certification:
Certification by the Employer/Cadre Controlling Authority as per annexed format.

Important Instructions

1. Incomplete/late applications:
Applications incomplete or without required documents, or received after the closing date, will not be entertained/considered.
2. Withdrawal not allowed:
Candidates selected will not be allowed to withdraw their candidature subsequently on any ground.

Other Information

1. File number:
F. No. A-35021/01/2024-NTH

Contact Details

Address: Under Secretary, Department of Consumer Affairs, 12/2, Jam Nagar House, Shahjahan Road, New Delhi - 110011

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