The National Innovation Foundation – India (NIF-India) has invited applications from eligible and suitable Indian citizens for recruitment to Scientific posts on a direct recruitment basis.
The recruitment has been announced through Advertisement No. 02/2026. The selection is being conducted through open competition on an all-India basis, according to the recruitment advertisement.
NIF-India is an Autonomous Institute of the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Its office is located at Amrapur, Mahudi Road, Gandhinagar, Gujarat-382650.
The notification covers three scientific positions: Scientist D, Scientist C and Scientist B. A total of 10 posts are listed under the recruitment.
10 Scientific Posts Available
The recruitment notification provides vacancies at three different Scientist levels. The posts carry different pay levels under the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and have separate upper age limits.
The vacancy details mentioned in the advertisement are:
- Scientist D: 01 post
- Scientist C: 04 posts
- Scientist B: 05 posts
Thus, the total number of posts advertised by NIF-India is 10.
Scientist D Vacancy
The Scientist D position has been advertised for one post.
The category-wise vacancy for this position is listed as UR-01, meaning one post is indicated under the UR category.
The post is placed at Pay Level 12, as per the 7th CPC.
The upper age limit prescribed for Scientist D is not exceeding 40 years.
Candidates interested in this position are required to refer to the detailed recruitment information issued by NIF-India for the essential educational qualifications, desirable qualifications and experience requirements.
Scientist C Recruitment
NIF-India has announced four vacancies for the post of Scientist C.
The category-wise distribution given in the advertisement is UR-01, SC-01 and OBC-02 (NCL).
The Scientist C position carries Pay Level 11 under the 7th CPC.
The prescribed upper age limit for Scientist C is not exceeding 35 years.
The notification directs prospective applicants to consult the NIF website for further information concerning the qualifications and experience required for the position.
Scientist B Vacancies
The recruitment advertisement also includes five posts of Scientist B.
The category-wise vacancy distribution for Scientist B is UR-04 and OBC-01 (NCL).
The Scientist B position is placed in Pay Level 10, according to the 7th CPC pay structure.
The upper age limit for applicants for this position is not exceeding 35 years.
As with the other posts, candidates are advised in the notification to check the detailed requirements concerning essential educational qualifications, desirable qualifications and experience before submitting their applications.
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
The notification provides the following post-wise vacancy information:
| Post | Number of Posts | Category-wise Vacancy | Pay Level | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist D | 01 | UR-01 | 12 | Not exceeding 40 years |
| Scientist C | 04 | UR-01, SC-01, OBC-02 (NCL) | 11 | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Scientist B | 05 | UR-04, OBC-01 (NCL) | 10 | Not exceeding 35 years |
The three categories together account for 10 advertised posts.
Direct Recruitment Through Open Competition
According to the advertisement, NIF-India is seeking applications from eligible and suitable Indian citizens for the Scientific positions.
The recruitment will be carried out on a direct recruitment basis through open competition on an all-India basis.
Applicants are required to ensure that they meet the applicable requirements for the post for which they intend to apply. The advertisement specifically directs candidates to refer to the detailed information for the essential educational qualifications, desirable qualifications and experience associated with the posts.
Where to Check Detailed Information
NIF-India has provided its official website as the source for additional recruitment information.
The notification states that details regarding essential educational qualifications, desirable qualifications and experience, along with the general instructions, are available through the NIF website at https://nif.org.in/careers.
The advertisement also refers applicants to NIF-India’s social media platforms, including X, Facebook and LinkedIn, for information.
Candidates should refer to the information issued by NIF-India before completing the online application process.
Application Deadline
The notification does not provide a specific calendar date for the closing of applications. Instead, it states that the last date for receipt of online applications will be 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
Therefore, applicants should refer to the publication date of Advertisement No. 02/2026 and the official NIF-India recruitment information for the applicable closing date.
The recruitment advertisement is associated with CBC 36118/11/0001/2627.
NIF-India’s listed contact details include the telephone number 02764 261134 and its web address www.nif.org.in. The organisation’s address is given as Amrapur, Mahudi Road, Gandhinagar, Gujarat-382650.
Interested and eligible Indian citizens should review the official recruitment details, including the applicable qualifications, desirable qualifications, experience requirements and general instructions, before submitting an online application for the advertised Scientific posts.