ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026 for 133 Posts
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team has issued the ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026 notification for 133 Scientist B posts. The recruitment is for Group-A posts in Level-10 pay scale under the 7th CPC.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 14 July 2026 to 17 August 2026. The selection process will be based on GATE 2024, GATE 2025 or GATE 2026 score followed by interview/interaction as per the notification.
Candidates should check the official notification before applying to confirm eligibility, discipline-wise vacancies, age limit, application process and other instructions.
Application Start
Tue, 14 Jul 2026
Last Date To Apply
Mon, 17 Aug 2026
Recruitment Overview
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
Online application starts | 2026-07-14 |
Last date to apply online | 2026-08-17 |
Last date to pay fee | 2026-08-17 |
Admit card release | As per schedule |
Exam date | As per schedule |
Result declaration | As per schedule |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 0/- |
SC / ST / PH | Rs. 0/- |
Age Limit
Age relaxation will be applicable as per the rules mentioned in the official notification.
Vacancy and Eligibility Details
| Post / Discipline | Total Posts | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
Computer Science and Information Technology (CS) | 83 |
|
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DA) | 25 |
|
Electronics and Communication Engineering (EC) | 25 |
|
Category Wise Vacancy
| Post / Discipline | General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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
- Candidates must meet the eligibility conditions and complete registration on the portal to be considered for the selection process.
- Eligible candidates will be shortlisted for interview/interaction on the basis of GATE score.
- Shortlisting will be done in the ratio of 1:5, subject to availability, discipline-wise and category-wise merit.
- If multiple candidates have the same GATE score at the shortlisting cut-off, all such candidates will be called for interview/interaction even if the ratio exceeds 1:5.
- GATE 2024, GATE 2025 and GATE 2026 scores will be given equal weightage.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ICERT / application portal.
- Open the ICERT Scientist B 2026 online application link.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Login using registration ID and password.
- Fill personal, educational and category details carefully.
- Upload required scanned documents such as photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee through online mode, if applicable.
- Submit the form and download or print the confirmation page.
- Candidates should read the official ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026 notification before submitting the application form.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
The last date to submit the online application form is 17 August 2026.
How many vacancies are available for ICERT Scientist B 2026?
There are 133 Scientist B posts in total.
What is the application fee for this recruitment?
The application fee is Rs. 0/- for General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST and PH candidates as per the provided details.
What is the maximum age limit for ICERT Scientist B?
The maximum age limit is 30 years, calculated as on 17 August 2026. Candidates should check the notification for relaxation rules.
Which GATE scores are valid for ICERT Scientist B 2026?
Valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025 or 2026 are accepted, and all three years will receive equal weightage.
What is the selection process for ICERT Scientist B?
Eligible candidates will be shortlisted based on GATE score and then called for interview/interaction as per discipline-wise and category-wise merit.
What is the pay scale for the Scientist B post?
The post carries Group-A Level-10 pay scale of Rs. 56100 - Rs. 177500 under the 7th CPC.