IMD Project Scientist and Staff Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online for 134 Posts
India Meteorological Department (IMD), Ministry of Earth Sciences has issued Advertisement No. 02/2025-IMD inviting online applications from eligible Indian nationals for Project Scientist (E/III/II/I), Scientific Assistant and Administrative Assistant posts on purely temporary contractual basis under Mission Mausam Scheme. These prestigious Scientist Government Jobs offer excellent opportunities in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Agro-Meteorology, Hydrometeorology, Satellite Meteorology, Instrumentation, Climate Services and related fields. Selected candidates will be posted at Delhi, Pune or anywhere in India as per requirement.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Project Scientist E | 01 |
| Project Scientist III | 13 |
| Project Scientist II | 29 |
| Project Scientist I | 64 |
| Scientific Assistant | 25 |
| Administrative Assistant | 02 |
| Total Posts | 134 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
| Project Scientist E |
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| Project Scientist III |
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| Project Scientist II |
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| Project Scientist I |
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| Scientific Assistant |
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| Administrative Asst. |
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Important Dates
- Application Begin: November 24, 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: December 14, 2025
Age Limit (as on December 14, 2025)
- Project Scientist E: Maximum 50 years
- Project Scientist III: Maximum 45 years
- Project Scientist II: Maximum 40 years
- Project Scientist I: Maximum 35 years
- Scientific Assistant & Admin Assistant: Maximum 30 years
Application Fee
- No application fee.
Application Mode
- Online only.
Pay Scale
- 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 Assistant: Rs. 29,200/- + HRA
- Administrative Assistant: Rs. 29,200/- + HRA
Selection Process
- Applications will be screened by a committee based on the essential/desirable qualifications, experience, academic performance and completeness of the application.
- Shortlisting of candidates, if the number of applications received is large, will be done in accordance with the benchmark fixed by the screening committee.
- Only short-listed candidates will be called for personal interview before the Selection Board.
- The final selection will be based on the candidate’s performance at the interview.
- The short-listed candidates names and the interview schedule will be displayed on the official IMD website only https://mausam.imd.gov.in
- No individual correspondence will be entertained regarding short-listing or selection.
How to Apply for IMD Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website https://mausam.imd.gov.in
- Follow the “Recruitment” section and click on advertisement entitled “RECRUITMENT OF PROJECT STAFF” (Advertisement No. 02/2025-IMD) at the earliest.
- Click the following online application link that will become active on November 24, 2025 and apply immediately.
- Register now by providing authentic fundamental information and creating safe login credentials.
- Log in and fill out the complete application form with personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload recent passport-size photograph, clear signature and self-attested scanned copies of all the needed documents/certificates (educational, experience, caste certificate etc. if applicable) correctly.
- Check the application very carefully before the final submission to prevent any mistakes.
- Then click submit – if everything is correct – and print the confirmation page neatly for future use.
- Follow the IMD official website for short-listed candidates and interview schedule updates regularly.
FAQs
The posts are available to Indian Nationals having the requisite educational qualification and experience in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Agro-meteorology, Hydrometeorology, Satellite Meteorology, Instrumentation, Climate Services etc. The candidate’s age must also fit within the age criteria for each post. This position is only a temporary contractual appointment for the Mission Mausam Scheme; therefore, applications must be submitted online during the given period.
IMD Project Scientist & Staff Recruitment 2025 applications must be submitted on line only from the official IMD portal. Registration for the application must be available from the specified date and candidates are advised to complete the application form with care, upload the required documents and ensure that the information in the application is accurate. No late or incorrect submissions will be accepted.
Candidates selected through this recruitment will be posted at Delhi or Pune or any other place in India depending upon the departmental requirement. This would also depend on the specialization of the candidate and the projects that would be handled within the Mission Mausam Scheme. Flexibility to relocate is essential.
Important Links
| Official Notification | www.internal.imd.gov.in |
| Official Website | www.mausam.imd.gov.in |
| Apply Online | www.internal.imd.gov.in (Link will be activated on 24/11/2025) |
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Last date to apply
14 Dec, 2025
