IMD Recruitment 2026 | 134 Posts | Admin Assistant, Project Scientist and Other Posts | BE/ B.Tech, M.Sc, ME/ M.Tech, PhD | Across India | Last Date: 14th December 2025
IMD Recruitment 2026: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is India’s national meteorological service, established in 1875, responsible for weather observations, forecasts, and warnings for severe phenomena like cyclones, heat waves, and floods. It serves as the principal government agency for weather-related information, supporting weather-sensitive activities in agriculture, irrigation, aviation, and more. The IMD is currently under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) and is headquartered in New Delhi
IMD Admin Assistant, Project Scientist and Other Recruitment 2025 Notification Out! India Meteorological Department (IMD) Recruitment 2025: Apply online for 134 Admin Assistant, Project Scientist and Other vacancies. B.Tech/ BE, M.Sc, ME/ M.Tech eligible. Application open 24th Oct to 14th December at mausam.imd.gov.in
Company: The India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Official Website: www.mausam.imd.gov.in
Positions: Admin Assistant, Project Scientist and Other vacancies
| Post Name | Total | Salary (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist E | 1 | 123100 + HRA |
| Project Scientist III | 13 | 78000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist II | 29 | 67000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist I | 64 | 56000 + HRA |
| Scientific Assistant | 25 | 29200 + HRA |
| Admin Assistant | 01 | 29200 + HRA |
Experience: Freshers / Experienced
Job Location: Across India
Pay scale:
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- Project Scientist E: Rs.1,23,100/- + HRA
- Project Scientist III: Rs.78,000/- + HRA
- Project Scientist II: Rs.67,000/- + HRA
- Project Scientist I: Rs.56,000/- + HRA
- Scientific/Admin Assistant: Rs.29,200/- + HRA
Eligibility Criteria for IMD Recruitment 2026:
- Project Scientist E: M.Sc./B.Tech + Doctorate/M.Tech preferred, 11 yrs exp.
- Project Scientist III: M.Sc./B.Tech + Doctorate/M.Tech preferred, 7 yrs exp.
- Project Scientist II: M.Sc./B.Tech + Doctorate/M.Tech preferred, 3 yrs exp.
- Project Scientist I: M.Sc./B.Tech + Doctorate/M.Tech preferred
- Scientific Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Comp/IT/Electronics/Telecom
- Admin Assistant: Bachelor’s + Computer skills
- Indian nationality required.
- Essential qualification & experience per post.
- Maximum age as specified (see above).
- Age/experience relaxation for reserved categories as per Government rules.
- All eligibility must be fulfilled by the closing date.
Age Limit:
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- Project Scientist E: 50 years
- Project Scientist III: 45 years
- Project Scientist II: 40 years
- Project Scientist I: 35 years
- Scientific/Admin Assistant: 30 years
- Category relaxation as per GoI rules.
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Selection Process for IMD Recruitment 2026:
- Screening based on eligibility and qualifications.
- Shortlisted candidates called for interview.
- Final selection based on interview performance.
- No TA/DA for interview.
Application Fees:
- As per notification, application fee is not specified. Check official site for updates
Important Points:- Candidates applying in more than one group must pay fee separately for each group
- Application fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances
- SC/ST candidates who appear in the examination will get their application fees refunded after declaration of results
How to Apply for IMD Recruitment 2026?
- Apply online at IMD Recruitment Portal.
- Apply separately for each eligible post.
- Upload all self-attested relevant documents.
- Check all details before submitting application.
- Last date to apply: 14th December 2025.
All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this post on or before 14th December 2025.
- Apply Online: Click here (Application starts from 24th November)
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Important Dates:
- Start of Online Application: 24th November 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 14th December 2025
