Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), a technical body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has released notifications for 69 vacancies across various positions. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online via the official CPCB portal.
CPCB Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) |
| Post Categories | Scientist ‘B’, Assistant Law Officer, Technical & Scientific Support, Clerical, MTS, etc. |
| Total Vacancies | 69 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 07 April 2025 |
| Application End Date | 28 April 2025 |
| Official Website | cpcb.nic.in (Career section) |
Important Dates
- Apply Online Opens: 07 April 2025
- Apply Online Closes: 28 April 2025
Vacancy Breakdown & Eligibility
Here’s a summary of posts, vacancies, and required qualifications:
| Post Name | Vacancies | Upper Age Limit | Qualification (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist ‘B’ | 22 | 35 years | B.Tech / BE in relevant branch or M.Sc in Chemistry/Env Sci |
| Assistant Law Officer | 1 | 30 years | LLB Degree |
| Senior Technical Supervisor | 2 | 30 years | BE in relevant field |
| Senior Scientific Assistant | 4 | 30 years | M.Sc or equivalent |
| Technical Supervisor | 5 | 30 years | BE / Diploma relevant |
| Assistant | 4 | 30 years | Bachelor’s degree |
| Accounts Assistant | 2 | 30 years | B.Com or relevant |
| Junior Translator | 1 | 30 years | Master’s in Hindi/English |
| Senior Draughtsman | 1 | 30 years | Civil Engineering degree |
| Junior Technician | 2 | 18–27 years | Diploma in relevant technical field |
| Senior Laboratory Assistant | 2 | 18–27 years | 12th with science |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 8 | 18–27 years | Degree + Typing skills |
| Data Entry Operator Grade-II | 1 | 18–27 years | 12th + speed test |
| Stenographer Grade-II | 3 | 18–27 years | 12th and Shorthand skills |
| Junior Laboratory Assistant | 2 | 18–27 years | 12th in science |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 5 | 18–27 years | 12th + typing |
| Field Attendant | 1 | 18–27 years | 10th pass |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 3 | 18–27 years | 10th pass |
Selection Process
- Written Exam (CBT)
- Skill Test / Typing (where applicable)
- Interview
- Document Verification
How to Apply Online
- Visit: cpcb.nic.in → Career / Jobs section
- Click on: “CPCB invites Applications for recruitment…on Direct recruitment basis”
- Register and log in using your credentials
- Fill the application form carefully
- Upload documents (photo, signature, qualifications)
- Pay the application fee (if any)
- Submit and download the confirmation for reference
Quick Summary
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Vacancies | 69 across 17 designations |
| Apply Dates | 07 April – 28 April 2025 |
| Eligibility | Ranges from 10th pass to B.Tech / LLB / MSc |
| Selection | CBT → Skill Test → Interview → DV |
| Website | cpcb.nic.in |
This recruitment comes amid pressing need to fill critical environmental roles. As of May 2025, an RTI revealed that CPCB still faces a 22% staffing shortfall—even after opening 69 vacancies in April—highlighting the urgency of complete hiring to improve pollution control efforts nationwide .