Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Scientist B Posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official CeNS website. The last date to submit the application form is 30-01-2026. In this article, you’ll find the CeNS Scientist B Posts recruitment details, including eligibility criteria, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application steps, and direct links to the official notification and Online application form.
CeNS Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2026 Overview
CeNS Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Eligibility Criteria
- Essential qualification: Doctorate in Physical or Chemical Sciences (preferably in Natural/Nano Science and Technology) from a recognised university.
- OR Master’s degree in Engineering/Technology/relevant areas from a recognised university.
- Desirable: Broad areas in nanoscience, nanomaterials, and soft matter, including energy materials, synthesis and applications of organic materials, sensing and diagnostic applications, polymer and interface science, polymer nanocomposites, and nanomaterials for energy storage, biosensors, and electrocatalysis.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in R&D in academic, industrial, or S&T organisations.
Age Limit
- Maximum age limit: 30 years (relaxable as per Government of India norms and terms mentioned in the advertisement).
Important Dates
Selection Process
- All applications received before the closing date will undergo scrutiny and shortlisting based on eligibility and research credentials.
- The Selection Committee may adopt additional criteria for shortlisting, as deemed appropriate.
- The Centre may decide to conduct a selection process comprising multiple stages for selection.
- Shortlisting of candidates shall be based on the information furnished by them in the online application.
- Calling a candidate for a test and/or interview merely indicates that the candidate is being considered and does not confer any right to selection.
- Admission to any stage of the selection process shall be purely provisional, subject to verification of eligibility conditions.
General Information/Instructions
- CeNS follows Government of India norms for reservation in recruitment for SC/ST/OBC (NCL)/EWS/PwBD categories. Candidates must upload valid certificates issued by competent authorities in the prescribed format.
- Applicants must be citizens of India.
- Experience must be in regular full-time positions with a structured pay level in recognised organisations.
- Incomplete applications or those submitted without the required documents will be summarily rejected.
- Preference shall be given to candidates who have completed any one of the qualifying degrees (UG/PG/PhD) from an Institute of repute.
- Candidates with an exceptionally brilliant academic and research record with an ongoing or approved externally funded research projects are also encouraged to apply and will be considered for age relaxation up to 10 years over and above those prescribed in RR.
- The crucial date for determining the age limit shall be the closing date for receipt of online applications.
- Only relevant experience gained after acquiring the minimum qualifying degree will be considered.
- Information regarding the application status, shortlisting, selection process, and related updates will be made available exclusively on the CeNS website. No hard copy of call letters, shortlisting details, or communication at any stage of the selection process will be sent via physical mode.
- CeNS reserves the right to modify, withdraw, or cancel this advertisement or any stage of recruitment without assigning any reason.
- Mere fulfilment of qualifications and experience does not entitle a candidate to be called for further stages of selection.
- Applications with incorrect entries, incomplete information, or incorrect/irrelevant documents are liable to be rejected at the screening stage or at any subsequent stage.
- Canvassing in any form or unsolicited communication regarding the selection process shall lead to disqualification.
- TA/DA will not be paid for attending the selection process.
- Candidature will remain provisional pending document verification and may be cancelled at any stage if found ineligible or if information is incorrect.
- Candidates must upload all supporting documents for proof of age, educational qualifications, category, and professional experience as per the online application format.
- Candidates must also submit a statement of research plan, a statement of technology initiative plans, and details of recent research projects, awards, or special recognitions received, etc.
- Candidates in employment must apply through the proper channel and upload No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.
- The appointments carry a probation period of one year, extendable based on performance, and will be considered for confirmation as per CeNS rules.
- The positions are covered under the National Pension System (NPS-2004) as per Government of India regulations.
- Candidates appointed after due process shall be liable to serve anywhere in India or abroad, as per the requirements of the Centre.
- Any legal proceedings arising out of this recruitment shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts at Bengaluru only.
How to Apply
- Interested candidates must apply online at the link provided in the advertisement.
- Candidates must complete the online application carefully and accurately.
- All mandatory fields must be completed, and the required documents (including photograph and signature) must be uploaded correctly.
- Incorrect entries, wrong numbers, incomplete information, or uploading of incorrect/irrelevant documents may lead to rejection of the application at the screening stage or later.
CeNS Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2026 Important Links
