DU CEMDE Multi-Post Recruitment 2026

University of Delhi's Centre for Environmental Management of Degraded Ecosystems (CEMDE) is hiring 11 people for various project-based posts at the Yamuna Biodiversity Park, Delhi. The posts range from Project Scientist to MTS, with salaries from Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 1,25,000 per month (consolidated). You need to apply offline on plain paper before 30 April 2026. All posts are temporary for 3 years, likely to be extended by another 2 years.

DU CEMDE Yamuna Biodiversity Park Recruitment 2026 — 11 Posts

The Centre for Environmental Management of Degraded Ecosystems (CEMDE), University of Delhi has released Advertisement No. KSDC-DDA-YBP-CEMDE(University of Delhi)/Advt./2026-2027/01 dated 10 April 2026 for 11 temporary posts in the Knowledge-cum-Skill Development Centre (KSDC) at DDA Yamuna Biodiversity Park. These positions are funded by the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India. Candidates selected for these roles are expected to work in the field. The project duration is 3 years with a likely extension of 2 more years.

Vacancy Breakdown

Who Can Apply?

Project Scientist (4 Posts — Rs. 1,25,000/month)

There are 4 different Project Scientist roles, each requiring a specific Ph.D. and 6-8 years of research and teaching experience:

• Project Scientist 1st: Ph.D. or equivalent in hydrology/hydrogeology. Desirable: experience in river systems, hydraulics/hydrology/hydrogeology.
• Project Scientist 2nd: Ph.D. or equivalent in interdisciplinary science related to ecosystems/ecology/sociology/environment/sustainable development. Desirable: experience in floodplain and river basin ecosystems.
• Project Scientist 3rd: Ph.D. or equivalent in interdisciplinary science related to biotechnology or recycling and reuse of wastewater. Desirable: familiarity with nature-based solutions in sewage/wastewater treatment.
• Project Scientist 4th: Ph.D. or equivalent in microbiology/applied microbiology/aquatic microbiology. Desirable: familiarity with microbiology of wastewater/sewage and disinfection methods.

Training Coordinator cum Administrative Officer (1 Post — Rs. 80,000/month)

• Essential: Master's Degree in Computer Application or Management plus 3 years of experience in administration or establishment work.
• Desirable: Experience in large field-based projects related to ecology, biodiversity, ecosystems, or working in an R&D scientific organisation.
• Job Role: Coordinate and manage training programmes for a capacity building project, ensuring smooth execution and participant engagement.

Account Officer (1 Post — Rs. 70,000/month)

• Essential: Graduate Degree in Commerce/Finance/Business Administration with 2 years of experience.
• Job Role: Manage financial operations including budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting.

Database Operator (1 Post — Rs. 40,000/month)

• Essential: Graduation in Science or Engineering field, or 3-year Diploma in Engineering & Technology.
• Desirable: Familiarity with making e-learning modules, video production for lectures and field visits, and GIS.
• Job Role: Maintain and update project databases, ensuring accuracy, security, and timely data entry.

MTS — Multi-Tasking Staff (4 Posts — Rs. 30,000/month)

• MTS 1: Degree/Diploma. Desirable: experience in collecting water samples, testing water quality, and operating nature-based solutions (NBS).
• MTS 2: Degree/Diploma. Desirable: experience in minor civil works related to biodiversity parks and NBS.
• MTS 3: Degree/Diploma in Life Science/Plant Science/Botany/Agriculture Science. Desirable: experience in collecting plant propagules and multiplication.
• MTS 4: Degree/Diploma. Desirable: logistic support for trainees and operation/maintenance of instruments.

Salary

• Project Scientist: Rs. 1,25,000 per month (consolidated)
• Training Coordinator cum Administrative Officer: Rs. 80,000 per month (consolidated)
• Account Officer: Rs. 70,000 per month (consolidated)
• Database Operator: Rs. 40,000 per month (consolidated)
• MTS: Rs. 30,000 per month (consolidated)
• All amounts are consolidated pay — no separate DA or HRA components mentioned for these project posts.

Application Fee

• No application fee mentioned in the notification.

Selection Process

The selection process for these project-based positions is typically based on:

1. Screening of Applications: Shortlisting based on qualifications, experience, and desirable criteria mentioned in the notification.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at Yamuna Biodiversity Park/CEMDE, University of Delhi.

Note: The notification does not specify a written examination. Selection is merit and interview-based as is standard for project appointments.

How to Apply

1. Write your application on plain paper (no printed form needed).
2. Prepare a detailed CV including your educational qualifications and work experience.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all relevant documents (degree certificates, experience letters, etc.).
4. Send your application to: Project Incharge, CEMDE, KSDC at Yamuna Biodiversity Park, Biodiversity Parks Programme, University of Delhi, Delhi – 110007.
5. Make sure your application reaches the above address before 30 April 2026 (within 21 days from 10 April 2026).

This is an offline application process only. No online application facility is available.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 10 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply (Offline): 30 April 2026
• Exam/Interview Date: To be announced

• Work on field-based capacity building and research activities at Yamuna Biodiversity Park
• Coordinate training programmes and manage participant engagement (Training Coordinator role)
• Handle budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting for the project (Account Officer role)
• Maintain and update project databases with accurate and timely data (Database Operator role)
• Provide general day-to-day operational support across all project activities (MTS roles)
• Assist in water quality testing, plant multiplication, civil works, or instrument maintenance as applicable to specific MTS position
• Lead scientific strategy and oversight for capacity building under the NMCG project (Project Scientist roles)
• Prepare reports and documentation as required by the project and funding agency