DBT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Scientist, Research & Technical Posts @ dbt.gov.in (India)

DEPARTMENT OF BIOTECHNOLOGY (DBT)

(Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India)

Block-2, CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003, India

Official Notification Ref: DBT Recruitment Notification 2026

RECRUITMENT FOR SCIENTIST, TECHNICAL & RESEARCH POSITIONS

Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Recruitment Notification 2026 (India): Department of Biotechnology (DBT), under the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, has published an official employment notification for filling up various Scientist Cadre (Scientist C / D / E / F), Technical Officers, and Administrative Cadre Positions across its headquarters and autonomous biotechnology institutes in India. Qualified candidates holding Master's Degree (M.Sc. / M.Tech) or Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Bioinformatics, or relevant disciplines from recognized universities are invited to submit their applications prior to the designated closing deadline.

1. OVERVIEW & VACANCY DETAILS

Department Name	Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India
Parent Ministry	Ministry of Science & Technology, Govt. of India
Positions Offered	Scientist (C, D, E, F), Technical Officer, Research Officer & Administrative Cadre
Nature of Job	Direct Recruitment / Deputation Basis (Central Govt. Regular / Project Cadre)
Pay Matrix / Remuneration	Level 11 to Level 13A in 7th CPC Pay Matrix (+ Allowances as per Govt. rules)
Job Location	New Delhi Headquarters & DBT Regional Autonomous Institutes across India
Application Mode	Online Application Portal / Postal Submission
Official Portal	dbt.gov.in

2. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA & QUALIFICATIONS

Post Cadre	Essential Qualifications & Criteria (India Standard)
Scientist Cadre (Scientist C / D / E)	Master's Degree (M.Sc. / M.Tech) or Ph.D. in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or Agricultural Biotechnology from a recognized University. Minimum 03 to 10 years of post-qualification research/administrative experience in biotechnology programs.
Technical & Research Officers	M.Sc. / B.E. / B.Tech in Biotechnology or Life Sciences with relevant technical laboratory experience.
Administrative & Executive Staff	Bachelor's Degree (B.A. / B.Sc. / B.Com) from a recognized University with computer knowledge and government office working experience.

Age Limit & Relaxations:

• Upper Age Limit: As per specific post guidelines (relaxable for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-Servicemen, and Government Servants as per Central Government rules).

3. SELECTION PROCEDURE & APPLICATION GUIDELINES

Selection Procedure:

• Screening of applications based on academic record, research publications, and professional experience.
• Personal Interview / Presentation conducted by the High-Level Selection Committee at New Delhi.

How to Apply:

• Download the official DBT recruitment notification PDF using the button below.
• Visit the official portal dbt.gov.in under the Vacancies / Careers section.
• Fill out the prescribed online application form and upload necessary scanned certificates.
• Submit the application form prior to the designated deadline and keep a printed copy for official reference.

4. OFFICIAL CIRCULAR & WEBSITE LINKS

Click the action buttons below to download the official Department of Biotechnology (DBT) recruitment PDF or visit the official portal:

📄 Download Official DBT Recruitment Notification PDF

🌐 Visit Official DBT Portal (dbt.gov.in)