IMD Recruitment 2025

IMD Recruitment 2025- Notification Out Project scientists

The India Meteorological Department (IMD), under the Government of India, has released the IMD Recruitment 2025 Notification (Advt. No. 02/2025) for the recruitment of Project Scientists (E, III, II, I), Scientific Assistants, and Administrative Assistants under Mission Mausam.

CategoryDetails
OrganizationIndia Meteorological Department (IMD)
Advertisement Number02/2025
PostsProject Scientist E/III/II/I, Scientific Assistant, Admin Assistant
Total Vacancies125+ approx.
Apply ModeOnline
Starting Date24 November 2025
Last Date to Apply14 December 2025
Salary 29,000-1,23,000
LocationDelhi / Pune / Anywhere in India
Official Websitemausam.imd.gov.in

IMD Recruitment 2025 notification

 The IMD Recruitment 2025 Notification PDF Released on official website. Candidates can check important dates, application fee, eligibility criteria, salary, selection process, and Steps to steps guide to fill Online form in this Article  . The  official notification PDF is also available for download through the link provided below.

IMD Recruitment 2025:

IMD Application Fee

there is no application fee mentioned:
 

IMD Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Release Date15 November 2025
Online Application Start24 November 2025
Last Date to Apply14 December 2025
Screening of ApplicationsTo be announced
Interview DateTo be notified
Final Selection ListOn IMD website

 

IMD Age limit

Post LevelMaximum Age
Project Scientist E50 years
Project Scientist III45 years
Project Scientist II40 years
Project Scientist I35 years
Scientific Assistant30 years
Administrative Assistant30 years

Age Relaxation:
SC/ST/OBC as per Government of India rules.

IMD Trainee Qualification

    • IMD Recruitment 2025 – Educational Qualification

      Project Scientists

      • M.Sc. or B.Tech/B.E. in:

        • Physics

        • Mathematics

        • Meteorology

        • Atmospheric Science

        • Electronics & Instrumentation

        • Electronics & Communication

        • Computer Science

        • Environmental Science (for specific posts)

        • Agricultural Meteorology / Agriculture fields (for agro-met posts)

      • Minimum 60% marks required.

      • Ph.D. / M.Tech / M.E. preferred for higher positions.

      • Experience required (as per level):
        11 years / 7 years / 3 years / freshers depending on post.

      Scientific Assistant

      • Bachelor’s degree in:

        • Physics (as one subject)

        • Computer Science

        • Electronics

        • IT / Instrumentation / Telecommunication

        • ECE / EEE

      Administrative Assistant

      • Graduate in any discipline

      • Must have passed Computer Proficiency Test

IMD Trainee Vacancy

Below are the major vacancies as provided:

Project Scientist – E / III / II / I

  • Project Scientist E – 1 post

  • Project Scientist III – Multiple posts (Weather, Climate, Agro-Met, Radar, Surface Instruments, Forecast System etc.)

  • Project Scientist II – Multiple posts

  • Project Scientist I – Multiple posts across various divisions

Other Posts

  • Scientific Assistant – 25 posts

  • Administrative Assistant – 2 posts

(Exact numbers per category as per PDF have been included.)

Total posts: 125+ (may vary as per IMD notice)

IMD salary and benefits

PostMonthly Salary
Project Scientist E₹1,23,100 + HRA
Project Scientist III₹78,000 + HRA
Project Scientist II₹67,000 + HRA
Project Scientist I₹56,000 + HRA
Scientific Assistant₹29,200 + HRA
Administrative Assistant₹29,200 + HRA

An increment of 5% every 2 years is provided based on performance.

 

IMD Selection Process

  1. Selection will be based on:

    1. Screening of Applications

    Criteria includes:
    ✔ Essential qualifications
    ✔ Desirable qualifications
    ✔ Academic performance
    ✔ Experience
    ✔ Age limit
    ✔ Application completeness

    2. Interview

    Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

    3. Document Verification

    Original documents required at interview time.

    📌 No written exam is mentioned in the official notification.

    📌 No TA/DA for attending the interview.

How To Apply IMD Recruitment 2025

  • Follow these steps:

    1️⃣ Visit the official website: mausam.imd.gov.in
    2️⃣ Go to the Recruitment Section
    3️⃣ Click on “Project Staff Recruitment 2025”
    4️⃣ Fill out the Online Application Form
    5️⃣ Upload:

    • Photo

    • Signature

    • Educational Certificates (10th onwards)

    • Experience certificates

    • Caste certificate (if applicable)

    6️⃣ Submit the form before 14 December 2025
    7️⃣ Save the application receipt for future use

Important Links

Apply online link

Active On 24 October 2025

Official Notification PDf

Official Website

IMD Recruitment 2025– Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for IMD Recruitment 2025?

14 December 2025

Q2. What is the mode of application?

Online only.

Q3. Is this a permanent government job?

No, these posts are contractual until 31 March 2026, extendable yearly.

Q4. Is experience mandatory?

Yes, depending on the post – 11 years / 7 years / 3 years / freshers.

Q5. Is there any exam?

Selection is based on screening + interview only.

Q6. What is the starting salary for Project Scientist I?

₹56,000 + HRA.

Q7. Can I apply for multiple posts?

Yes, you can apply for more than one post.

Q8. What is the job location?

Delhi, Pune, or anywhere in India.

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