All IndiaNew DelhiChecked 19 Jul 2026

CERT-In Scientist 'B' (Group A) — Computer Science/IT, Data Science & AI, Electronics & Communication Recruitment 2026

Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), has invited online applications for 133 Scientist 'B' posts on direct recruitment basis, shortlisted purely through GATE scores (no written exam). Split across Computer Science & IT (83), Data Science & AI (25), and Electronics & Communication Engineering (25) — a strong entry point into a premier central government cybersecurity agency for fresh engineering/science graduates.

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Recruitment Summary

Organization
CERT-In
Post Name
Scientist 'B' (Group A) — Computer Science/IT, Data Science & AI, Electronics & Communication
Total Vacancies
133
Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology (4-year) or Master's Degree/MCA in relevant discipline, with a valid GATE score (2024, 2025 or 2026) in the corresponding discipline
Last Date
17-08-2026
Location
New Delhi
Age Limit
Upper age limit 30 years for UR/EWS, 33 years for OBC-NCL, 35 years for SC/ST, as on 17-08-2026. Standard PwBD relaxation applies.
Salary / Pay
Level 10 (7th CPC), Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 per month, plus central government allowances (DA, HRA, transport).
Application Fee
Nil for all categories.

Vacancy Details

PostVacancies
Scientist 'B' — Computer Science & Information Technology83
Scientist 'B' — Data Science & Artificial Intelligence25
Scientist 'B' — Electronics & Communication Engineering25

Selection Process

  1. 1Shortlisting based on GATE score (2024/2025/2026) — approx. 1:5 ratio per discipline
  2. 2Document Verification
  3. 3Personal Interaction / Interview
  4. 4Final merit: 60% weightage to GATE score, 40% to interview

How to Apply

  1. 1.Visit the official CERT-In website at cert-in.org.in.
  2. 2.Open the Scientist 'B' Recruitment 2026 notification and register online.
  3. 3.Enter GATE registration/score details for the relevant discipline.
  4. 4.Upload documents and submit before 17 August 2026 (5:30 PM).

Important Notes

  • No written examination — shortlisting for interview is entirely GATE-score based, so only candidates with a valid GATE score in the matching discipline should apply.
  • No prior work experience required; fresh graduates with a qualifying GATE score are eligible.