The India Meteorological Department (IMD), under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, is inviting online applications for Project Scientist, Scientific Assistant, and Administrative Assistant posts. These positions will be filled on a contractual basis to support various Research and Development (R&D) projects in meteorology and related fields. The IMD Vacancy 2025-26 is open to candidates with the required postgraduate or bachelor’s degrees, offering opportunities to work on meteorological projects across India.
The online application form will be available from 24 November 2025 to 14 December 2025. Eligible and interested candidates should carefully read the full IMD notification before applying.
IMD Project Staff Recruitment 2025 – 134 Posts
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| Post Names | Project Scientist E, III, II, I, Scientific Assistant, Admin. Assistant |
| Total Vacancies | 134 |
| Age Limit | Up to 50 years |
| Pay Scale | As per IMD Norms |
| Minimum Qualification | Post Graduate / B.E./B.Tech / Bachelor’s Degree |
| Selection Process | Interview |
| Job Location | Across India (IMD) |
| Last Date | 14/12/2025 |
Vacancy 2025 List:
| Post Name | No. of Posts |
| Project Scientist E | 01 |
| Project Scientist III | 13 |
| Project Scientist II | 29 |
| Project Scientist I | 64 |
| Scientific Assistant | 25 |
| Admin. Assistant | 02 |
How to Apply:
The Mausam IMD online registration must be completed through the official IMD Recruitment Portal. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Apply online on the IMD Mausam Recruitment Portal from 24 November 2025.
You may apply for more than one post.
Step 2: Upload self-attested copies of your documents, including:
- Educational certificates (from Class 10 onward)
- Date of birth proof
- Experience certificates (if any)
Step 3: Submit your online application on or before 14 December 2025.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Project Scientist (E, III, II, I): A Post Graduate degree or a B.E./B.Tech. in Physics, Mathematics, Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Electronics & Instrumentation, ECE, Environmental Science, Remote Sensing, Computer Science, or Information Technology, among others.
- Scientific Assistant: A Bachelor’s Degree in Science with a focus on Physics OR a Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Computer Applications, Electronics, ECE, Telecom, Instrumentation, IT, or Communication Engineering.
- Administrative Assistant: A Bachelor’s Degree along with successful completion of the Computer Proficiency Test.
Age Limit:
| Post Name | Age Limit |
| 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 |
Application Fee:
- All Categories: Nil
Selection Process:
- Documents Verification
- Interview
Important Links:
| Mausam IMD Application Online Link | Click Here (Active from 24/11/2025) |
| Mausam IMD Notification Pdf | Click Here |
Important Dates:
| Tentative Date of Publication of Notification | 15th November 2025 |
| Date and time of start of Online Application | 24th November 2025 |
| Last date for submission of Online Application | 14th December 2025 |



