The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced the recruitment of 20 Scientist B positions across various engineering disciplines. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official BIS website. The last date to submit the application form is May 23, 2025.
Vacancy Details
The 20 Scientist B vacancies are distributed across the following disciplines:
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Civil Engineering: 8 posts
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Computer Engineering: 4 posts
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Electrical Engineering: 2 posts
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Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering: 2 posts
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Environmental Engineering: 2 posts
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Chemistry: 2 posts(Meghalaya Portal, Firstpost)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification:
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For Engineering Disciplines (Civil, Computer, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication, Environmental): A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than 60% marks in aggregate.
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For Chemistry: A Master's Degree in Natural Sciences or equivalent in Chemistry with not less than 60% marks in aggregate.
GATE Score Requirement:
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Candidates must have a valid GATE score from the years 2023, 2024, or 2025 in the relevant discipline.
Age Limit:
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The maximum age limit for the eligibility of the candidates is 30 years as on closing date of application. i.e, as on 23.05.2025.
Relaxation in upper age limit for SC/ST/OBC/ Persons with Benchmark Disabilities/Ex-Servicemen shall be as notified by Central Government, from time to time.
The Relaxation in upper age limit for SC/ST candidates shall be 5 years; for OBC candidates shall be 3 years; for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (UR) candidates shall be 10 years; for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (SC/ST) candidates shall be 15 years; for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (OBC) candidates shall be 13 years. The upper age limit for Departmental candidates serving in BIS and meeting requisite essential qualifications is 50 years.
Salary
The gross emoluments at the time of joining will be approximately ₹1,14,945/- per month at Delhi.
Selection Process
(i) Candidate having higher Percentile will be given seniority in merit.
Percentile will be calculated by following formula: Percentile = (Number of Candidates appeared in concerned GATE paper – All India Rank of Candidate in the concerned GATE paper)/ Number of Candidates appeared in concerned GATE paper.
2. Prsonal Interview: Only the shortlisted candidates will be called for Personal Interview. The ratio of number of candidates to be called for interview to the number of vacancies in the concerned discipline & category will be as given in the BIS (Recruitment to Scientific 4 Cadre) Regulations - 2019. The candidates will be allowed to take part in the Personal Interview process only after successful completion of the Document Verification process. The date, time and venue of interview will be intimated by e-mail. The same will also be hosted on our website: www.bis.gov.in.
3. Final merit list: Candidates shall be selected discipline wise on the basis of merit as determined by the aggregate marks obtained by giving eighty-five percent (85%) weightage to GATE Score and 15 percent (15%) weightage to the marks obtained in interview. In case a tie occurs in the aggregate marks obtained after interview (GATE Score + Interview Marks), the seniority of candidate will be based on the following criteria:
i)The tie may be resolved based on GATE Score with the candidate obtaining higher score given higher seniority in the merit list.
ii)In the unlikely case of the GATE Score getting tied too, based on age criteria, the applicant elder in age will be given higher seniority in the merit list.
How to Apply
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Visit the official BIS website: https://bis.gov.in
Navigate to the “Careers” section and click on the “Recruitment of Scientist B” link.
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Click on the “Apply Online” link.
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If you are a new user, click on “New Registration” and fill in the required details.
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Log in using your credentials and fill in the application form.
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Upload the necessary documents, including your GATE scorecard, educational certificates, and photograph.
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Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the application form.
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Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important Dates
Starting Date for Apply Online: May 3, 2025
Last Date for Apply Online: May 23, 2025
Last Date for Hardcopy Documents Submission: June 3, 2025
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BIS Scientist B Recruitment 2025 – FAQs
1. What is the last date to apply for BIS Scientist B 2025?
The last date to submit the online application is May 23, 2025.
2. How many vacancies are available in BIS Scientist B Recruitment 2025?
A total of 20 vacancies are available across various disciplines.
3. Which engineering streams are eligible to apply?
Eligible engineering streams include:
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Civil Engineering (08 posts)
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Computer Engineering (04 posts)
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Electrical Engineering (02 posts)
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Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (02 posts)
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Environmental Engineering (02 posts)
Additionally, Chemistry (02 posts) under Natural Sciences is also eligible.
4. What is the educational qualification required?
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Engineering disciplines: B.E./B.Tech. or equivalent in the relevant field with at least 60% marks.
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Chemistry: Master’s Degree in Natural Sciences (Chemistry) with at least 60% marks.
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SC/ST candidates: Minimum 50% marks
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5. Is a GATE score mandatory?
Yes, a valid GATE score from 2023, 2024, or 2025 in the relevant discipline is mandatory.
6. What is the age limit to apply?
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Maximum age: 30 years as on 23 May 2025
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Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per Government of India norms.
7. What is the selection process?
Selection is based on:
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Shortlisting through GATE score
Personal Interview
Final merit will be prepared based on GATE score + Interview performance.
8. Is there any application fee?
No, there is no application fee for any candidate.
9. How much is the salary for Scientist B in BIS?
The approximate gross salary at the time of joining is ₹1,14,945/- per month (at Delhi posting).
10. How do I apply for BIS Scientist B Recruitment 2025?
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Visit the official website: https://www.bis.gov.in
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Click on Recruitment of Scientist B 2025
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Register and fill out the online application form
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Upload necessary documents and submit the application
11. Is the interview location fixed?
The interview will generally be held in Delhi, but BIS will notify candidates of the venue.
12. Can I apply for more than one discipline?
No. A candidate is allowed to apply for only one discipline.
13. Are final-year students eligible?
No. Only candidates who have completed the required qualifications before the closing date (23 May 2025) and have a valid GATE score are eligible.
14. Is there a bond or service agreement?
The official notification does not mention any bond. Refer to the final appointment offer for any service conditions.
15. What documents do I need to upload while applying?
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GATE Scorecard (2023/2024/2025)
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Educational certificates
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Photograph & Signature
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Caste/PwBD certificate (if applicable)
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Date of birth proof
16. Will BIS release a separate admit card for the interview?
Yes, shortlisted candidates will receive communication regarding the interview and the admit card will be made available online.
17. Can foreign nationals apply for BIS Scientist B?
No, only Indian citizens are eligible.
18. Where can I check updates regarding my application?
Updates will be published on the BIS website and also communicated via email/SMS to the registered contact details.
