Overview
Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP), Lucknow has released a recruitment notification for the post of Scientist 'B' (19 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online, followed by hard copy submission as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP), Lucknow
- Qualification
- Candidates must meet either of the following essential qualification requirements: • M.Sc. or a recognized equivalent qualification with first division in Biosciences, Geology, Physics, Chemistry, or an allied discipline in Earth Science, along with 3 years of research experience in the relevant discipline. • OR • Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
- Vacancies
- 19
- Advertisement No
- BSIP/SCI-B/01/2026
- Posted
- 10th August 2026, 10:00 AM
- Last date to apply
- 4th September 2026, 5:00 PM
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 7th August 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 10th August 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online Application Last Date | 4th September 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Hard Copy Submission Last Date | 11th September 2026, 5:30 PM |
| Commencement of online registration | 10th August 2026, 10:00 Hrs |
| Last date for online submission of application & payment | 4th September 2026, 17:00 Hrs |
| Last date for receipt of hard copy of application | 11th September 2026, 17:30 Hrs |
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Eligibility
Candidates must meet either of the following essential qualification requirements: • M.Sc. or a recognized equivalent qualification with first division in Biosciences, Geology, Physics, Chemistry, or an allied discipline in Earth Science, along with 3 years of research experience in the relevant discipline. • OR • Ph.D. in a relevant discipline.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for the post of Scientist 'B' is 35 years. The crucial date for determining age is 4th September 2026, the last date for receipt of applications.
Salary
Selected candidates will be placed at Pay Level 10 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission, along with usual allowances admissible as per Institute rules, which follow the Government of India pattern. Selected candidates will be governed by the New Pension Scheme and will initially be appointed on a probation period of two years.
Application Fee
Category: Application Fee General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1,000/- (via Demand Draft only) SC/ST/PH/Women: No fee Candidates who already applied under Advt. No. BSIP/S&A/02/2023: No fee The application fee must be paid only through Demand Draft, as uploaded during the online application process. No other mode of fee payment is accepted, and the fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Selection Process
The selection process for BSIP Scientist 'B' posts involves the following stages: • All applications received within the due date will be screened by a Screening Committee. • Only candidates recommended by the Screening Committee, after approval of the Competent Authority, will be called for a personal interview. • Meeting the minimum advertised qualification and experience does not automatically guarantee a call for an interview. • The decision of the Institute regarding shortlisting is final, and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.
How to Apply
• Visit the official BSIP website: www.bsip.res.in • Go to the "Career" section and click on the "BSIP Recruitment Portal" link. • Register and fill out the online application form for the post of Scientist 'B'. • Upload the required documents, photograph, and the Demand Draft details for the application fee (if applicable). • Submit the online application before 4th September 2026, 5:00 PM. • Take a printout of the submitted online application. • Send the hard copy of the application along with self-attested copies of mark sheets, certificates, degrees, testimonials, and the Demand Draft in an envelope superscribed "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SCIENTIST 'B'" through Speed Post/Registered Post to the Registrar, BSIP, 53 University Road, Lucknow-226007, UP, so as to reach on or before 11th September 2026, 5:30 PM.
Required Documents
• Printout of the online application form • Self-attested copies of mark sheets • Self-attested copies of educational certificates and degrees • Testimonials • Demand Draft of the application fee (as applicable) • Recent passport-size photograph • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PH), if applicable
Important Instructions
• Applications must be submitted only online; hard copies without the required documents, fee, photograph, or signature, or those received after the due date, will not be considered. • Candidates already in service in Central/State Government, Public Sector Undertakings, or Autonomous Bodies must apply through proper channel. • Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification, and interim enquiries will not be entertained. • No request to change the personal interview date or slot will be accepted under any circumstances. • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the personal interview. • Any modification, amendment, or corrigendum related to this recruitment will be published only on the BSIP website/recruitment portal; no further press advertisement will be issued. • Candidates who had already applied under Advertisement No. BSIP/S&A/02/2023 dated 14.02.2023 must still submit the online application form again within the current deadline for their candidature to be considered, though they are exempt from paying the fee again. • If any information provided by a candidate is found to be false or suppressed at any stage, the candidature or selection is liable to be rejected or cancelled. Candidates who have completed an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in relevant science disciplines can also explore the latest M.Sc Government Jobs, Ph.D. Government Jobs, and Scientist Government Jobs available across India. Candidates looking for research and scientific career opportunities can also check the l…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for BSIP Lucknow Scientist B Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 19 Posts?
Advertisement Date: 7th August 2026; Application Start Date: 10th August 2026, 10:00 AM; Online Application Last Date: 4th September 2026, 5:00 PM; Hard Copy Submission Last Date: 11th September 2026, 5:30 PM; Commencement of online registration: 10th August 2026, 10:00 Hrs; Last date for online submission of application & payment: 4th September 2026, 17:00 Hrs; Last date for receipt of hard copy of application: 11th September 2026, 17:30 Hrs
What is the application fee?
Category: Application Fee General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1,000/- (via Demand Draft only) SC/ST/PH/Women: No fee Candidates who already applied under Advt. No. BSIP/S&A/02/2023: No fee The application fee must be paid only through Demand Draft, as uploaded during the online application process. No other mode of fee payment is accepted, and the fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit for the post of Scientist 'B' is 35 years. The crucial date for determining age is 4th September 2026, the last date for receipt of applications.
What is the selection process?
The selection process for BSIP Scientist 'B' posts involves the following stages: • All applications received within the due date will be screened by a Screening Committee. • Only candidates recommended by the Screening Committee, after approval of the Competent Authority, will be called for a personal interview. • Meeting the minimum advertised qualification and experience does not automatically guarantee a call for an interview. • The decision of the Institute regarding shortlisting is final, and no correspondence will be entertained in this regard.