INCOIS Scientific Posts Recruitment 2026

About This Job

INCOIS is recruiting 5 scientific posts under Advertisement No. INCOIS/RMT/01/2026. There are 3 Scientific Assistant posts by direct recruitment and 2 Scientist C posts on deputation. The online application closes on 11 May 2026 at 17:00 IST. Pay ranges from Level 6 to Level 11, based on the post.

INCOIS Scientific Posts Recruitment 2026 - 5 Posts

Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services, Hyderabad, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, has released recruitment for scientific and technical roles. The posts support ocean information services, data processing, scientific communication, ERP systems and ocean observation work. Candidates should choose the correct post code because qualifications, age limit and selection method are different for direct recruitment and deputation posts.

Vacancy Details

• Scientific Assistant pay: Level 6, Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400.
• Scientist C pay: Level 11, Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700.
• Initial posting: Hyderabad, Telangana, with transfer liability as per INCOIS requirements.

Who Can Apply?

Scientific Assistant

• Qualification: B.Sc. or equivalent first class qualification in relevant subjects, or a three-year diploma in computer engineering or electronics for the specified post code.
• Age limit: 28 years for direct recruitment posts, with relaxation as per rules for eligible categories.
• Selection: Written test.

Scientist C

• Qualification: Postgraduate degree or engineering degree in computer science, IT, data science, oceanography, marine sciences, climate sciences or related fields as per post code.
• Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience for the Scientist C post code.
• Age limit: 56 years for deputation.
• Selection: Interview.

Salary

• Scientific Assistant: Level 6, Rs. 35,400 to Rs. 1,12,400 plus applicable allowances.
• Scientist C: Level 11, Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700 plus applicable allowances.

Selection Process

1. Written test: Applies to post codes 01, 02 and 03. The test has objective questions for 100 marks.
2. Interview: Applies to post codes 04 and 05 for deputation posts.
3. Document verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents and required certificates.

How to Apply

1. Open the official INCOIS vacancy portal at vacancies.incois.gov.in.
2. Select Advertisement No. INCOIS/RMT/01/2026.
3. Fill the online form and upload education, age, category, experience, photograph and signature documents.
4. Submit the online application before 11 May 2026, 17:00 IST.
5. For Scientist C deputation posts, send the printed application through proper channel so it reaches INCOIS by 18 May 2026, 17:00 IST.

Important Dates

• Online application last date: 11 May 2026, 17:00 IST
• Hardcopy last date for deputation posts: 18 May 2026, 17:00 IST

Job Role

• Support ocean information services, scientific communication, data analysis and operational ocean services.
• For Scientist C roles, contribute to ERP or ocean science work as specified in the post code.
• Participate in written test, interview and document verification as applicable.