The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL), Government of India, has invited applications from Indian Nationals for recruitment to various positions under Advertisement No. 03/2026. The recruitment notice includes vacancies for Scientist ‘E’, Deputy Director (Admin), and Research Associate-1 posts.
NDTL is an autonomous body under the Government of India and is described in the advertisement as a premier scientific institute involved in human sports dope testing and allied research. The laboratory is also one of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)-accredited laboratories.
According to the recruitment advertisement, NDTL is dedicated to scientific activities related to human sports dope testing and associated research. The laboratory has state-of-the-art facilities and is equipped with advanced analytical systems used in its scientific and research activities.
NDTL Vacancy Details
As per Advertisement No. 03/2026, applications have been invited for a total of three categories of posts, comprising four vacancies.
The advertised positions are Scientist ‘E’, Deputy Director (Admin), and Research Associate-1.
The post-wise details mentioned in the notification are as follows:
Scientist ‘E’
NDTL has advertised 01 post of Scientist ‘E’ under Pay Matrix Level-13 (PML-13).
The pay scale mentioned in the advertisement is Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900.
The mode of recruitment for this position is by deputation, including Short Term Contract basis.
Deputy Director (Admin)
The recruitment notice also includes 01 post of Deputy Director (Admin).
The position carries Pay Matrix Level-11 (PML-11), with the salary range specified as Rs. 67,700 to Rs. 2,08,700.
According to the advertisement, recruitment for the post will be made by deputation, including Short Term Contract basis.
Research Associate-1
NDTL has further announced 03 posts of Research Associate-1.
The remuneration for the Research Associate-1 position is stated as Rs. 59,000 plus HRA per month.
The advertisement specifies that the appointment will initially be for one year, with the possibility of extension for another two years, subject to a maximum period of three years.
National Dope Testing Laboratory Recruitment
The National Dope Testing Laboratory has stated that it is engaged in human sports dope testing as well as allied research. The institute has facilities equipped with advanced analytical equipment, including LC-Orbitrap-HRMS, LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS and GC/C/TRMS, as listed in the recruitment advertisement.
The laboratory is also pursuing research in advanced areas of dope science and is establishing collaborations with national and international institutes, according to the notice.
As part of its research activities, the laboratory engages Research Associates to further strengthen its research work.
Recruitment Through Deputation and Short-Term Contract
The NDTL recruitment advertisement specifies different modes of engagement for the advertised positions.
For the Scientist ‘E’ and Deputy Director (Admin) posts, the stated mode of recruitment is deputation, including the Short Term Contract basis.
The Research Associate-1 positions have a separate engagement arrangement. The notice states that the appointment will be for one year and may be extended for another two years, with the maximum period being three years.
NDTL Recruitment 2026 Application Deadline
The advertisement does not provide a fixed calendar date for the closing of applications. Instead, it states that the last date for receipt of applications is 60 days from the date of appearance of the advertisement in the Employment News.
Applicants are therefore required to refer to the detailed advertisement and the relevant Employment News publication to determine the applicable deadline.
The notification also makes clear that the detailed advertisement contains information regarding the qualifications, experience, age, category, application format and other terms and conditions related to the recruitment process.
Where to Check Detailed NDTL Notification
Candidates seeking complete information about the advertised positions have been directed to the NDTL website, www.ndtlindia.com.
The detailed advertisement is stated to contain the eligibility and recruitment-related information, including qualification, experience, age, category, application format and other terms and conditions.
Applicants should refer to the detailed recruitment advertisement for the complete requirements applicable to the respective posts.
NDTL Advertisement No. 03/2026
The recruitment drive has been issued under Advertisement No. 03/2026 by the National Dope Testing Laboratory, Government of India.
The advertisement identifies NDTL as an autonomous body of the Government of India and gives its address as East Gate No. 10, JLN Stadium Complex, New Delhi – 110003.
The notice invites applications from Indian Nationals for the posts listed in the advertisement.
Overall, the recruitment notification covers four vacancies across Scientist ‘E’, Deputy Director (Admin), and Research Associate-1 positions. The Scientist ‘E’ and Deputy Director (Admin) vacancies are to be filled through deputation, including the Short Term Contract basis, while the Research Associate-1 positions carry a monthly remuneration of Rs. 59,000 plus HRA and an initial one-year tenure that may be extended for another two years, subject to the maximum period specified in the notification.
Applicants interested in these NDTL positions should carefully consult the detailed advertisement available on the NDTL website for the applicable qualification, experience, age, category, application format, terms and conditions, and other recruitment requirements. The advertisement specifies that applications must reach the laboratory within 60 days from the date the advertisement appears in Employment News.