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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has released a formal employment notice to hire 134 Project Scientists, Scientific Assistants and others across its multiple divisions. In the advertisement no. On 02/2025 IMD, dated 15th November 2025, it has been notified on mausam.imd.gov.in to recruit experienced individuals who can contribute to projects at the India Meteorological Department under the Mission Mausam Scheme on a contractual basis. Candidates must check the eligibility, vacancy, salary, age limit, educational qualification and other important details in the article
IMD Notification 2025
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) invites online applications from aspirants for the engagement of Project Scientists; “E”, “III”, “II”, “I” and Scientific Assistants to support various Research & Development programs in the field of Meteorology and related disciplines.
To combat severe weather changes and its timely reporting a nationwide initiative-‘Mission Mausam’ has been launched by Indian government, therefore this recruitment seeks to fulfil that purpose by offering remarkable opportunity to aspirants with relevant degree in the field. The official notification contains all key points in detail about the complete recruitment process. The direct link to download it has been provided below.
IMD Notification PDF 2025-Click here to Download
IMD Recruitment 2025: Overview
The table summarises all essential details regarding the recruitment process of project scientists, Admin Assistant and others. The candidates must read all details thoroughly about the IMD recruitment process 2025.
| India Meteorological Department Recruitment 2025 |
| Key Recruitment Details
Organisation Name: India Meteorological Department (IMD) Post Name: Project Scientist, Scientific Assistant and Admin Assistant |
| Notification Highlights
Advertisement Number: 02/2025 IMD Advertisement Release Date: 15th November 2025 |
| Discipline
Branch: Physics/Mathematics/Meteorology/Electronics & Instrumentation/Atmospheric Science and others |
| Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies Available: 134 |
| Age Criteria
Age Limit: 30-50 Years (varies post wise) |
| Eligibility
Qualification Details: B.Sc/M.Sc./B.Tech/Doctorate/M.Tech |
| Pay Scale
Salary Range- Rs 29,200/-Rs 1,23,100 |
| Application Important Dates
Mode of Application: Online Application Start Date: 24th November 2025 Application End Date: 14th December 2025 |
| Employment Nature
Type of Employment: Contract Basis Period of Employment: 1 Year (extendable based on performance) until 31st March 2026 |
| Job Location
Delhi/Pune or anywhere in India as per requirement |
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Official Website mausam.imd.gov.in |
IMD Project Scientist Vacancy 2025
The job openings available for different posts are given the table below. The table provides vacancy distribution based on category, post and divisions. A total of 134 seats are announced for role of project scientists and others at India Meteorological Department.
| Post Code | Name of Post | Number of Posts | UR | OBC | SC | ST |
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| 01 | Project Scientist E (Atmospheric Observations Network Doppler Weather Radar) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 02 | Project Scientist III (Weather Climate Services – Agro-Meteorological Advisory Services) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 03 | Project Scientist III (Upgradation of Forecast System / Hydro Meteorological Services) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 04 | Project Scientist III (Atmospheric Observations Network Surface Instrumentation Division) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 05 | Project Scientist III (Atmospheric Observations Network Doppler Weather Radar) | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 06 | Project Scientist III (Upgradation of Forecast System NWFC) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 07 | Project Scientist II (Weather Climate Services – Agro-Meteorological Advisory Services) | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 08 | Project Scientist II (Upgradation of Forecast System / Hydro Meteorological Services) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 09 | Project Scientist II (Atmospheric Observations Network Surface Instrumentation Division) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 10 | Project Scientist II (Atmospheric Observations Network Doppler Weather Radar) | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 | Project Scientist II (Upgradation of Forecast System NWFC) | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Project Scientist I (Upgradation of Forecast System / Hydrometeorological Services) | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 13 | Project Scientist I (Weather Climate Services – Agro-Meteorological Advisory Services) | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 14 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observation Network Augmentation of Environmental Monitoring and Research) | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observations Network Upper Air Instrumentation Division) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 16 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observations Network Surface Instrumentation Division) | 12 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| 17 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observations Network Doppler Weather Radar) | 13 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 18 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observations Network Polar Meteorology) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Project Scientist I (Atmospheric Observations Network Satellite Meteorology) | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 20 | Project Scientist I (Upgradation of Forecast System NWFC) | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 21 | Scientific Assistant | 25 | 12 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
| 22 | Admin. Assistant | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
IMD Eligibility Criteria 2025
To apply for IMD Recruitment 2025 candidates must meet the required educational qualifications, age criteria, and experience as per the post. Only those who fully satisfy the eligibility norms will be considered during the screening process.
| Post Name | Education Qualification | Age Limit | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist E (Doppler Weather Radar) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 50 years | 11 years in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist III (Agro-Meteorological Advisory) | M.Sc. in Agricultural Meteorology/Statistics/Physics/Remote Sensing & GIS/Computer Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 45 years | 7 years in weather forecasting and applications in agriculture including modelling, remote sensing and GIS |
| Project Scientist III (Hydro Meteorological Services) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 45 years | 7 years in R&D in hydrometeorology in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist III (Surface Instrumentation) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 45 years | 7 years in R&D in Instrumentation in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist III (Doppler Weather Radar) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 45 years | 7 years in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist III (NWFC) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation/Computer Applications/Computer Sciences (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 45 years | 7 years in R&D in climate sciences in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist II (Agro-Meteorological Advisory) | M.Sc. in Agricultural Meteorology/Statistics/Physics/Remote Sensing & GIS/Computer Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 40 years | 3 years in weather forecasting and applications in agriculture including modelling, remote sensing and GIS |
| Project Scientist II (Hydro Meteorological Services) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 40 years | 3 years in R&D in hydrometeorology in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist II (Surface Instrumentation) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 40 years | 3 years in R&D in Instrumentation in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist II (Doppler Weather Radar) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 40 years | 3 years in R&D in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist II (NWFC) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation/Computer Applications/Computer Sciences (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 40 years | 3 years in R&D in climate sciences in Industrial/Academic Institutions or S&T organizations |
| Project Scientist I (Hydro Meteorological Services) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Agro-Meteorological Advisory) | M.Sc. in Agricultural Meteorology/Statistics/Physics/Remote Sensing & GIS/Computer Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Environmental Monitoring) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Communication/Computer Applications/Computer Sciences (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Upper Air Instrumentation) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Surface Instrumentation) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Doppler Weather Radar) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Instrumentation/Electronics & Communication (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Polar Meteorology) | M.Sc. in Physics/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Computer Science (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (Satellite Meteorology) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Environmental Science/Remote Sensing/Computer Science/Information Technology (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Project Scientist I (NWFC) | M.Sc. in Physics/Math/Meteorology/Atmospheric Science/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Instrumentation/Computer Applications/Computer Sciences (60% marks) OR B.Tech/B.E. in above subjects (60% marks). Desirable: Doctorate or M.Tech/M.E. (60% marks) | 35 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Scientific Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree in Science with Physics as one subject OR Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Computer Applications/Electronics/Electronics & Communication/Electronics & Telecommunication/Instrumentation/Information Technology/Telecommunication/Communication Engineering | 30 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
| Admin Assistant | Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University/Institute AND Passed Computer Proficiency Test | 30 years | No specific experience required (Fresher eligible) |
IMD Project Scientist Online Application Form
Candidates should first make sure they meet all the eligibility requirements and fill out the online form carefully using a desktop or laptop. All details must be entered in English, and documents should be uploaded in the required PDF/JPG/PNG formats and within the given size limits. Once the declaration is submitted, no changes can be made, and incomplete or multiple applications will be rejected. It’s also important to save a copy of the final submitted form for future use.
IMD Project Scientist Apply Online Link
How to apply for IMD Recruitment 2025?
Step:1 Select Post Code(s)
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Select the post code(s) you wish to apply for.
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Click “Add” to include them; they will appear as badges.
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You may remove any selected post code, if required.
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Click “Save & Continue” to proceed.
Step 2: Personal Information
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Your name and email ID will be pre-filled from registration and cannot be edited.
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Fill all mandatory fields marked with (*).
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Upload a recent passport-size photograph (JPG/PNG, max 100 KB).
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Candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC/PH/EWS categories must upload the relevant certificate (PDF, max 200 KB).
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Click Save after completing this section.
Step 3: Communication Details
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Enter your current and permanent address, mobile number and telephone number (if any).
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Pin codes must contain exactly 6 digits.
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Use the “Same as communication address” option if applicable.
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Ensure the details are accurate, as all communication will be sent to these addresses.
Step 3: Educational Qualifications
Provide details in chronological order:
A. 10th & 12th Standards
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Enter board, year of passing, division, subjects, and marks.
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Upload certificates (PDF, max 500 KB each).
B. Graduation
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Select your degree or choose “Other” and specify the degree name.
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Upload the graduation certificate (PDF, max 500 KB).
C. Post-Graduation (If applicable)
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Enter details of PG qualification (M.Sc./M.Tech./ME/Other).
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Uploading the PG certificate is optional.
D. Additional Qualifications
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Provide details of Ph.D., diplomas, or other professional courses.
Step 4: Experience Details (If applicable)
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Up to three experience entries may be added.
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Provide organization name, duration, designation, salary, and duties.
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Upload experience certificates (PDF, max 500 KB each).
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Candidates with more than three experiences should include the most relevant ones.
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Additional experiences may be summarized in the “Other Information” section.
Step 5: Professional Training/Skill Development
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Enter details of up to three trainings, including duration, organization, and description.
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Include only relevant and recent trainings.
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Additional trainings may be summarized in the “Other Information” section.
Step 6: Other Details
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Provide optional information such as research experience, publications, specialization, or awards.
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Add details of up to two referees, with contact information.
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Answer all essential/desirable qualification questions truthfully.
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Write a brief note on relevant experience, if required.
Step 7: Declaration and Final Submission
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Read the declaration carefully and select “I Agree”.
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Upload your signature (JPG/PNG, max 50 KB).
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After submitting the declaration:
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No edits will be allowed.
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The application will be treated as final.
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Download and save the application PDF for future reference.
IMD Project Scientist Selection Process 2025
The IMD selection criteria for scientists involves three stages:
Shortlisting based on Merit: Selection is completely based on qualification and experience as there is no written exam.
Interview: Candidates are shortlisted after a strict screening of their applications will be invited for interview process where the face questions from selection committee to test their knowledge.
Document Verification: After the interview is conducted, all the documents carried by the candidates will the properly checked by the the institute.
IMD Project Scientist Salary 2025
IMD offers an attractive salary package ranging from ₹29,200 to ₹1,23,100, depending on the post. The pay is structured to match the responsibilities and expertise required for each role.
| Post Name | Basic Salary | Annual Increment | Increment Pattern |
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| Project Scientist E | Rs. 123,100 | 5% | For every 2 years of experience subject to performance review |
| Project Scientist III | Rs. 78,000 | 5% | For every 2 years of experience subject to performance review |
| Project Scientist II | Rs. 67,000 | 5% | For every 2 years of experience subject to performance review |
| Project Scientist I | Rs. 56,000 | 5% | For every 2 years of experience subject to performance review |
| Scientific Assistant | Rs. 29,200 | As per GOI Rules | As per GOI Rules |
| Admin Assistant | Rs. 29,200 | As per GOI Rules | As per GOI Rules |
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