MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is hiring a Scientific Consultant Grade-I (Solid Waste Management) at Rs. 90,000 a month and a Scientific Consultant Grade-II (Circular Economy) at Rs. 1,20,000 a month. Both are contractual, full-time roles in the Hazardous Substances Management Division in New Delhi. Your application must reach the Ministry by 20 November 2026, both by post and by email. Candidates need relevant experience and scientific publications in peer reviewed journals, so check those conditions first.

MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Recruitment 2026 Overview

The official notification does not specify the application fee.

About MoEF&CC

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is a Government of India ministry. Its Hazardous Substances Management (HSM) Division, which is making this engagement, works from Indira Paryavaran Bhawan on Jor Bagh Road in New Delhi.

MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Vacancy Details 2026

The consolidated amount includes all applicable taxes, and no other facility or allowance is allowed. Consultants are not entitled to Dearness Allowance, Residential Telephone, Residential Accommodation, Personal Staff, CGHS or Medical Reimbursement. The annual increment is between 0 and 8 percent, depending on the quality of performance as determined by the Divisional Head case by case.

MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Eligibility 2026

Age Limit

Essential Qualification (Both Posts)

Master's Degree in Env. Engineering/ Environmental Science/Chemistry or B.E/B.Tech.

Mandatory Experience

Both posts also require good knowledge and experience of M.S. Office. Experience includes up to 3 years for Ph.D holders, provided no experience is counted during those 3 years.

Desirable (Both Posts)

• Persons with M.Phil, M.Tech., M.Sc., Ph.D.
• Excellent communication and writing skills

Other Criteria

• Experience shall be in the relevant field of specialized work, with good computer skills.
• You should be well versed with the subject and the current policy framework of the central and state governments.
• You should be familiar with international conventions and treaties related to the subject.
• You must have proven ability to coordinate and deliver multidisciplinary, multi-institutional programs and projects related to the subject.
• You must have the analytical ability to process the information available.
• You must have scientific publications in the relevant areas in recognized peer reviewed scientific journals.

See the official notification for the full eligibility conditions of each post.

Duties of the Scientific Consultants

Scientific Consultant Grade-I (Solid Waste Management)

• Work related to the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016, as amended from time to time
• Assisting the Ministry in monitoring and implementing solid and liquid waste management rules and Extended Producer Responsibility on Glass, Paper and Sanitary wastes
• Organizing Task Force and Central Monitoring Committee meetings, and preparing their agenda and minutes
• Preparing brief notes on the rules and EPR guidelines, and concept notes or agenda for related events
• Collecting and collating grievances related to the online portal
• Analyzing media reports and articles, and gathering reports on international best practices for solid and liquid waste
• Assisting in drafting amendments on Solid waste, Liquid waste and EPR
• Organizing conferences, meetings and seminars, developing a related database, and other assigned tasks

Scientific Consultant Grade-II (Circular Economy)

• Assisting in implementing Circular economy action plans
• Reviewing and analysing circular economy aspects such as recycling of wastes
• Assisting in draft policies, rules and guidelines on Extended Producer Responsibility, labelling, recycling efficiency and recovery for various waste streams
• Assisting in international activities on resource efficiency, circular economy, sustainable consumption and production/SDG 12, and in events such as the World Circular Economy Forum
• Coordinating with stakeholder Ministries, departments and organisations in the Union and State Governments
• Developing a circular economy database, including data on EPR frameworks for different waste streams
• Drafting inputs on decisions and declarations of multilateral bodies such as G20, BRICS and UNEA
• Any other work assigned from time to time

Important Dates

Selection Process

Selection is by interview. Applications received in the Ministry will be scrutinized, and only shortlisted candidates shall be called. The Ministry reserves the right to call any number of applicants based on their essential and desirable qualification and experience, and preference will be given to those with adequate qualifications and experience. A request for a virtual interview shall not be considered.

Service Conditions

• Place of work: MoEFCC, HQ at New Delhi.
• Tenure: Upto three years (1+1+1), subject to performance and the professional's presence being highly useful to the Division. Continuation for upto two more years will be considered case by case with the approval of the Competent Authority.
• Nature of appointment: Temporary (non-official), purely contractual and full time, with no other assignment permitted during the consultancy. No request for promotion shall be entertained.
• Termination: The Ministry can cancel the appointment at any time without assigning any reason. Absence for a continuous period of 8 days without information or valid reason leads to automatic termination.
• Reporting: Consultants report to the Director/Dy. Secretary under the overall supervision of the Joint Secretary or equivalent.
• Working hours: Same as regular Government employees in the Ministry, with attendance marked in the Biometric system. Monthly remuneration may be deducted for coming late. No extra remuneration is allowed for working beyond office hours or on holidays, and compensatory leave is at the Divisional Head's discretion.
• Leave: Paid leave accrues at 1.5 days for each completed month of service. No remuneration is drawn for absence beyond 18 days in a year (pro-rata). Unused leave cannot be carried forward to the next 1-year tenure. Female consultants are eligible for maternity leave under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961 and the Maternity Leave Rules based on it.
• Official travel: TA, DA and hotel accommodation for official work are allowed under SR 190 and MoEFCC guidelines Admin-43012/1/2022 – P-II [E-176223] dated 15 April 2025. No TA/DA is admissible for joining the assignment or on its completion.
• Confidentiality: Consultants are subject to the Indian Official Secret Act, 1923. Internal reports and data cannot be used for research papers or books, and publishing or broadcasting information gathered on the assignment needs the Ministry's previous sanction.
• Conduct: Engagement is liable to be discontinued without any reason being assigned if services are found unsatisfactory or in conflict with Government interests.

How to Apply for MoEF&CC Scientific Consultant Recruitment 2026

1. Fill in the application format in Annexure-I of the official notification, entering the name of the post you are applying for.
2. Paste your photo, sign in the marked space, and sign the undertaking at the end of the form.
3. Attach self-attested supporting documents, including degree, experience and age proof.
4. Write the name of the post clearly on the envelope.
5. Send the duly signed hard copy by post to: Rajeev Ranjan, Scientist 'E', Hazardous Substances Management Division, Jal Wing, II Floor, Indira Paryavaran Bhawan, Jor Bagh Road, Aliganj-110003, New Delhi.
6. Also send the application by email to [email protected].

Applications received after the due date and time will be summarily rejected. The same applies to incomplete applications and those without self-attested supporting documents. The Ministry may cancel the engagement process at any stage, and no query will be entertained on this.

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