📢 Latest Update
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, has released the Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2026 Notification for 133 Group ‘A’ Gazetted posts. The online application process started on 14 July 2026 and will continue until 17 August 2026 (5:30 PM). Candidates with a valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 score in the relevant discipline can apply online. Selection will be based on GATE score and Personal Interview, with no separate written examination.
🧾 📋 ICERT (CERT-In) Scientist B Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) |
| Post Name | Scientist ‘B’ (Group ‘A’ Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 133 Posts |
| Advertisement No. | CERT-In/SCB/2026/1 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Selection Process | GATE Score + Interview |
| Official Website | CERT-In |
📅 ICERT Scientist B Important Dates 2026
| Apply Online Start Date | 14/07/2026 |
| Apply Online Last Date | 17/08/2026 |
| Last Date Pay Fees | 17/08/2026 |
| Admit Card Released Date | As Per Schedule |
| Exam Date | As Per Schedule |
| Result Declared Date | As Per Schedule |
💰 Application Fee
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0/- |
| SC / ST / PH | Rs. 0/- |
🎯 Age Limit
| Age as on | 17/08/2026 |
| Minimum Age | N/A |
| Maximum Age | 30 Years |
| For Age Relaxation | Kindly Read Notification |
📋 ICERT Scientist B Vacancy Details 2026: Total 133 Post
| Post Name | Total Post | ICERT Scientist B Eligibility Criteria 2026 |
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | 83 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Minimum 4 Year Course) ORMaster’s Degree in Science disciplines ORMaster’s in Computer Application (MCA)Valid Score in the GATE 2024/2025/2026More Details Read the Notification. |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | 25 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Minimum 4 Year Course) ORMaster’s Degree in Science disciplines ORMaster’s in Computer Application (MCA)Valid Score in the GATE 2024/2025/2026More Details Read the Notification. |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) | 25 | Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Technology (Minimum 4 Year Course) ORMaster’s Degree in Science disciplinesValid Score in the GATE 2024/2025/2026More Details Read the Notification. |
| Category Wise Vacancy | ||||||
| Post Name | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancy |
| Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | 35 | 23 | 07 | 12 | 06 | 83 |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | 12 | 07 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 25 |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) | 13 | 06 | 02 | 03 | 01 | 25 |
📝 Selection Process
- Only those candidates fulfilling the eligibility criteria mentioned at point 3 and have registered their application on the portal shall be considered for further selection process in CERT-In
- Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for interview/interaction, on the basis of GATE Score in the ratio of 1:5 subject to their availability in order of discipline-wise and category-wise merit list. If there are more than one candidate with the same GATE Score (while shortlisting for interaction/interview), then all the candidates with the same Score will be shortlisted and called for interaction/interview irrespective of the ratio stated above.
- Equal weightage will be given to GATE 2024, GATE 2025 and GATE 2026 Scores.
- The recruitment process includes:
- ✅ Shortlisting based on Valid GATE Score
- ✅ Personal Interview
- ✅ Document Verification
- ✅ Medical Examination
- There is no separate written examination for this recruitment. The final merit is prepared using 60% GATE Score and 40% Interview Marks.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any of the following qualifications from a recognized University/Institute:
- ✅ B.E./B.Tech (Relevant Engineering Discipline)
- ✅ M.E./M.Tech (Relevant Discipline)
- ✅ M.Sc. (Relevant Subject)
- ✅ MCA
Additionally, candidates must have a valid GATE Score (2024, 2025, or 2026) in the relevant discipline.
💰 Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed in Pay Level-10 (7th CPC).
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
In addition to the basic pay, candidates will receive:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Benefits
- National Pension System (NPS)
- Other Central Government allowances
🚀 📥 How to Apply Online
- Follow these steps:
- Visit the official CERT-In recruitment portal.
- Click on Scientist ‘B’ Recruitment 2026.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and GATE details.
- Upload photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Verify all information carefully.
- Submit the application form.
📄 Documents Required
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Educational Certificates
- GATE Score Card (2024/2025/2026)
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Aadhaar Card or Valid Photo ID
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
🌟 Why Join CERT-In?
- ✔ Prestigious Group ‘A’ Gazetted Central Government Post
- ✔ Attractive Level-10 Salary
- ✔ Opportunity to Work in India’s Cyber Security Agency
- ✔ Excellent Career Growth
- ✔ No Separate Written Examination
- ✔ Nationwide Posting Opportunities
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How many vacancies are available in ICERT (CERT-In) Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
Answer: A total of 133 Scientist ‘B’ Group ‘A’ vacancies have been announced.
Q2. What is the last date to apply online?
Answer: The last date to submit the online application is 17 August 2026 (5:30 PM).
Q3. Is GATE mandatory for this recruitment?
Answer: Yes. Candidates must possess a valid GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 score in the relevant discipline.
Q4. Is there any written examination?
Answer: No. There is no separate written exam. Selection is based on GATE score and Personal Interview.
Q5. What is the age limit?
Answer: The upper age limit for General/EWS candidates is 30 years, with age relaxation for reserved categories.
Q6. What is the salary of a Scientist B?
Answer: Selected candidates will receive Pay Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) along with Central Government allowances.
Q7. What is the selection process?
Answer: Selection includes GATE Score Shortlisting, Personal Interview, Document Verification, and Medical Examination. Final merit is prepared using 60% GATE Score and 40% Interview Marks.
Q8. Which disciplines are eligible?
Answer: Candidates from Computer Science & IT, Data Science & AI, and Electronics & Communication Engineering with the prescribed qualifications and valid GATE score are eligible to apply.
🔥 Important Note
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying online. Fill all details correctly because wrong information may lead to rejection of the application form.