The National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS), an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), Government of India, located at Akkulam, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, has released a recruitment notification (Advertisement No. NCESS/P&GA/1224/02/2025 dated 01.05.2025) for the post of Scientific Assistant Grade A (Group B). The position is to be filled on a regular basis through online applications. The recruitment is open exclusively for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) category candidates. |
NCESS Scientific Assistant Grade A Recruitment Vacancy Details
Category | Details |
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Organization Name | National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS) |
Ministry | Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India |
Advertisement Number | NCESS/P&GA/1224/02/2025 |
Date of Advertisement | 01 May 2025 |
Post Name | Scientific Assistant Grade A |
Post Code | 01 |
Group | Group ‘B’ |
Pay Scale (Level) | Level 6 of 7th CPC (Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400) |
Total Vacancy | 01 (One) |
Category of Vacancy | Reserved for Economically Weaker Section (EWS) |
Age Limit | Not exceeding 28 years |
Educational Qualification | – 3-year Diploma in Electrical Engineering (with minimum 60% marks) – Basic knowledge of computer |
Desirable Qualification | Experience in: – Electrical Installations – DG sets – Transformers (≥250 KVA) – AMF Panels – Air conditioning systems |
Job Responsibilities | – Support scientific activities in lab and field – Assist in electrical maintenance and related technical operations |
Mode of Selection | Written Test (Objective Type, 90 minutes, 90 questions, negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer) |
Subjects for Written Test | – Reasoning – Analytical/Numerical/Communicative Ability – General English Awareness – Subject Knowledge (Diploma/Graduation level) |
Application Mode | Online only |
Official Website | www.ncess.gov.in |
Email for Technical Support | vacancies.ncess@gmail.com (only for application issues) |
Last Date to Apply | 16 June 2025 @ 5:00 PM IST |
Place of Posting | Anywhere in India and abroad |
Application Requirements | Scanned photo, signature, qualification certificates, experience, EWS certificate, NOC (if applicable) |
General Instructions
- Candidates must keep their email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process.
- Age and qualification will be considered as on the last date of application (16.06.2025).
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for Ex-servicemen, PwDs, Govt. employees, and Kashmiri migrants.
- Mere possession of eligibility does not guarantee shortlisting for the written test.
- Candidates working in government organizations must upload NOC and produce it at the time of the test.
- The Director, NCESS, reserves the right to modify/cancel the recruitment process without assigning reasons.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ Q1. What is the last date to apply for the NCESS Scientific Assistant Grade A post?
✔️ A1. The last date to submit the online application is 16 June 2025 till 5:00 PM IST.
❓ Q2. Who can apply for this vacancy?
✔️ A2. Only Indian citizens belonging to the EWS (Economically Weaker Section) category who meet the essential educational qualifications can apply.
❓ Q3. What is the mode of selection for this post?
✔️ A3. The selection will be based on an objective-type written test consisting of 90 questions, conducted for 90 minutes.
❓ Q4. Is experience mandatory for this post?
✔️ A4. Experience is not mandatory, but desirable in electrical installation, DG sets, transformers, etc.
❓ Q5. What is the age limit for the post?
✔️ A5. The upper age limit is 28 years as of the closing date of application, with relaxation applicable as per rules.
❓ Q6. Can candidates from other categories (SC/ST/OBC/UR) apply?
✔️ A6. No, this vacancy is exclusively reserved for EWS category candidates.
❓ Q7. Where will the selected candidate be posted?
✔️ A7. The selected candidate can be posted anywhere in India or abroad, as per NCESS requirements.
❓ Q8. How can I apply online?
✔️ A8. Candidates need to visit the NCESS website www.ncess.gov.in and complete the online application by uploading all required documents.
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