India Meteorological Department (IMD) Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 134 Project Scientist & Assistant Posts

 IMD Recruitment 2025

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released the official recruitment notification Advertisement No. A-24013/04/2024-REC-RMC-PUNE dated 15 November 2025 for 134 vacancies across various project posts.
These posts are offered under different Mission Mode Projects including Atmospheric Observations Network, Weather & Climate Services, Radar Projects, Agromet Advisory Services, Research & Development, and more.

The appointments are purely contractual, initially up to 31 March 2026, and may be extended based on project requirement.

IMD Recruitment 2025 Notification – Apply Online for 134 Vacancies

📌 Key Details 

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Organization        India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Notification Date        15 November 2025
Total Vacancies        134
Application Start Date        24 November 2025 (00:00 hrs)
Last Date to Apply        14 December 2025 (23:59 hrs)
Mode of Application        Online Only
Job Type        Contractual
Tenure        Till 31 March 2026 (extendable)
Selection Process        Screening + Interview
Official Website        https://mausam.imd.gov.in

Vacancy Details 

  • Project Scientist – E - 01 Post

  • Project Scientist – III - 13 Posts

  • Project Scientist – II - 29 Posts

  • Project Scientist – I - 64 Posts

  • Scientific Assistant - 25 Posts

  • Admin Assistant - 02 Posts

The total number of vacancies = 134 posts.


Eligibility Criteria 

Eligibility varies by post. Below is the general summary from the notification.

1. Project Scientist (E/III/II/I)

Educational Qualification:

  • M.Sc / M.Tech / B.Tech / B.E in

    • Physics

    • Mathematics

    • Meteorology

    • Atmospheric Science

    • Electronics

    • Computer Science

    • Remote Sensing

    • GIS

    • Agriculture

    • Environmental Science
      etc.

Minimum Marks: 60%

Experience:

  • PS-E: 11 years

  • PS-III: 7 years

  • PS-II: 3 years

  • PS-I: No experience required / desirable experience mentioned

2. Scientific Assistant

  • B.Sc (Physics / Electronics / Computer Science / IT / Instrumentation)
    OR

  • Diploma in Electronics / Telecommunication / Computer Engineering

3. Admin Assistant

  • Any Bachelor's Degree

  • Must qualify Computer Proficiency Test

4. Other Project Staff

Qualifications include:

  • B.Sc / M.Sc

  • B.Tech / M.Tech

  • ITI / Diploma

  • Domain-specific experience
    (Depends on Post Code)


Age Limit 

Post        Maximum Age
Project Scientist – E            50 years
Project Scientist – III            45 years
Project Scientist – II            40 years
Project Scientist – I            35 years
Scientific Assistant            30 years
Admin Assistant            30 years
Other project staff            28–40 years (varies)

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST: 5 years

  • OBC: 3 years

  • PwBD: As per Government norms


Salary Details

PostSalary
Project Scientist – E        ₹1,23,100 + HRA
Project Scientist – III        ₹78,000 + HRA
Project Scientist – II        ₹67,000 + HRA
Project Scientist – I        ₹56,000 + HRA
Scientific Assistant        ₹29,200 + HRA
Admin Assistant        ₹29,200 + HRA
Other Project Staff        ₹20,000 – ₹40,000 + HRA

Annual increments of 5% may apply for certain posts.


Selection Process

The essential qualifications are minimum eligibility requirements.
Mere possession of these qualifications does NOT guarantee an interview call.

If applications are large in number, IMD will conduct a screening process to shortlist candidates for the interview.

🔎 Screening Criteria

Applications will be screened based on:

  1. Essential qualifications

  2. Date of Birth (age criteria)

  3. Completeness of application

    • Accurate personal details

    • Passport-size photograph

    • Mark sheets

    • Academic & experience certificates

    • Signature

  4. Essential experience

  5. Desirable qualifications & experience

  6. Consistent academic performance

  7. Valid SC/ST/OBC certificate (if applicable)

  8. Experience certificate must clearly mention skills/technologies required

  9. Candidates must bring original documents at the time of interview

🔔 Important Notes

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

  • Final selection is based on interview performance before the Selection Board.

  • No communication will be sent to candidates not shortlisted or not selected.

  • Number of posts may vary.

  • IMD reserves the right to cancel the recruitment without assigning reasons.

📌 Important:  There is NO written exam for this recruitment. Interviews only.


Important Links

DescriptionLink
Official Website       https://mausam.imd.gov.in
Recruitment Page       https://mausam.imd.gov.in/imd_latest/recruitment
Apply Online (Active from 24 Nov 2025)       Will be available on official portal
Official Notification PDF      Click here to Download

Conclusion

IMD Recruitment 2025 offers a great opportunity for candidates in Science, Engineering, Meteorology, Agriculture, Electronics, Computer Science, Remote Sensing, GIS, and related fields.

With 134 vacancies, good salary packages, and direct interview-based selection, this is a valuable chance for qualified aspirants looking for project-based research roles under the Government of India.

Interested candidates should apply early, keep documents ready, and ensure their application is complete and accurate.


FAQ

1. How many vacancies are available in IMD Recruitment 2025?

There are 134 total vacancies across various project posts.

2. What is the last date to apply?

14 December 2025.

3. How is the selection done?

Screening + Interview only. No written exam.

4. Is this a permanent government job?

No, it is contract-based until 31 March 2026 (extendable).

5. Can freshers apply?

Yes, for posts like Project Scientist–I, Project Assistants, etc.


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