DBT Scientist ‘C’ Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online Now

The Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India, has released the official notification for Scientist ‘C’ Recruitment 2026. A total of 10 Scientist ‘C’ vacancies are announced on a direct recruitment basis through a competitive examination process.

This recruitment is an excellent opportunity for Ph.D. holders and medical professionals to join one of India’s premier research and policy institutions in biotechnology and life sciences.

Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details & Pay Scale

Note: One post is reserved for PwBD (Deaf / Hard of Hearing).

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess any one of the following:

• Ph.D. in Life Sciences / Biotechnology / Biochemistry / Computational / Pharmaceutical / Agricultural / Veterinary Sciences
• Ph.D. in Engineering or Technology (Chemical / Biomedical / Biotechnology / Biopharma)
• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in any medical discipline

Foreign degrees must be recognized by AIU.

Age Limit & Relaxation

Age is calculated as on the closing date of application.

Experience

No minimum experience required.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of two stages:

Stage I – Computer Based Test (CBT)

Exam Pattern

Stage II – Interview

• Candidates shortlisted (5x vacancies)
• Interview Marks: 200
• Final Merit: Written + Interview (400 Marks)
• Waitlist valid for 1 year

Application Fee

How to Apply for DBT Scientist ‘C’ Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the recruitment portal: https://rcbdbt26.rcb.ac.in/RCBDBT/
2. Read the official notification carefully
3. Register with Email ID & Mobile Number
4. Fill the application form accurately
5. Upload self-attested documents
6. Pay the application fee (if applicable)
7. Submit the form and take a printout

Note: Government employees must upload NOC and age relaxation certificate.

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