Vacancy: Recruitment for Scientist 'B' Posts at Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
This article provides details regarding the recruitment of Scientist 'B' posts at the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). A total of 20 vacancies are available in various disciplines. The pay scale is Level 10 as per the Seventh Central Pay Commission, with gross emoluments of approximately ₹1,14,945/- at Delhi.
Organization: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Post Name: Scientist 'B'
Pay Level: Level 10 (as per Seventh Central Pay Commission)
Gross Emoluments: Approximately ₹1,14,945/- at Delhi
Total Vacancies: 20
Vacancy Details: Discipline-wise Distribution
Discipline | Total | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Horizontal Reservation for PwBD (including backlog vacancies) |
Chemistry | 02 | 01 | 01 | ||||
Civil Engineering | 08 | 05 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 01 VI | |
Computer Engineering | 04 | 03 | 01 | 01 ID&MI/MD | |||
Electrical Engineering | 02 | 01 | 01 | ||||
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | 02 | 02 | |||||
Environment Engineering | 02 | 02 | |||||
Total | 20 | 14 | 01 | 03 | 01 | 01 | 02 |
Abbreviations:
UR – Unreserved
OBC – Other Backward Classes
SC – Scheduled Caste
ST – Scheduled Tribes
EWS – Economically Weaker Sections
PwBD – Persons with Benchmark Disability
ID&MI – Autism/ Intellectual disability/ Specific Learning disability/ Mental Illness
MD – Multiple Disability
VI – Visually Impairment
Essential Qualifications: GATE Score Required
Discipline | Required Essential Qualification | Corresponding GATE Paper and its Code |
Civil Engineering | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Civil Engineering (CE) |
Computer Engineering | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Computer Science & Information Technology (CS) |
Electrical Engineering | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Electrical Engineering (EE) |
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Electronics & Communication Engineering (EC) |
Environment Engineering | Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or equivalent with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Environmental Science & Engineering (ES) |
Chemistry | Master's Degree in Natural Sciences or equivalent [in Chemistry discipline only] with not less than sixty percent marks in aggregate [fifty per cent for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes] and Having valid GATE* score of 2023/2024/2025. | Chemistry (CY) |
*GATE- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering
Age Limit: Relaxation Details Available
The maximum age limit is 30 years as on May 23, 2025.
Age relaxation is applicable for SC/ST/OBC/ Persons with Benchmark Disabilities/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government norms.
SC/ST candidates: 5 years
OBC candidates: 3 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (UR): 10 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (SC/ST): 15 years
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (OBC): 13 years
Upper age limit for Departmental candidates serving in BIS: 50 years.
Selection Procedure: GATE Score and Interview
The selection process includes:
Shortlisting based on GATE 2023/2024/2025 score.
Personal Interview for shortlisted candidates.
Final merit list based on 85% weightage to GATE score and 15% weightage to interview marks.
How to Apply: Apply Online through BIS Website
Candidates need to apply online through the BIS website: www.bis.gov.in
Online applications are accepted from May 3, 2025, to May 23, 2025.
No other mode of application will be accepted.
Application Fees:
There is no application fee.
Important Dates: Keep Track of the Timeline
Online Application Start Date: May 03, 2025 (11:00h)
Online Application Last Date: May 23, 2025 (23:59h)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the selection criteria for the Scientist 'B' post?
The selection process involves shortlisting candidates based on their GATE scores, followed by a personal interview. The final merit list is prepared by giving 85% weightage to the GATE score and 15% weightage to the interview performance.
Is there any application fee for this recruitment?
No, there is no application fee for applying to the Scientist 'B' post at BIS.
What is the age limit for applying to this post?
The maximum age limit is 30 years as of May 23, 2025. However, age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government guidelines.