Overview
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has announced recruitment for 10 Scientist C posts for the year 2026. Eligible candidates with a Ph.D. or M.D. in relevant life science or biotechnology disciplines can apply online between 14 February and 16 March 2026, with a ₹2000 fee for general candidates. The selection involves a computer‑based written test followed by a personal interview, and vacancies are reserved for various categories including UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD.
Key Details
- Organization
- Department of Biotechnology (DBT)
- Qualification
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in any discipline of Life Sciences or Biotechnology or Biochemistry or Computational or Pharmaceutical or Agricultural or Veterinary Sciences or related disciplines; or Ph.D. in Engineering or Technology – Chemical or Biomedical or Biotechnology or Biopharma; or Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) in any branch of medicine from a recognised University or Institute.
- Vacancies
- 10
- Last date to apply
- 15 March 2026
Important Dates
| application_start | 14 February 2026 |
| application_end | 16 March 2026 |
| last_date_application | 15 March 2026 |
| last_date_age_calculation | 15 March 2026 |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
UR: 4; OBC (NCL): 3; SC: 1; ST: 1; EWS: 1; PwBD: 1
Selection Process
Stage 1: Computer Based Written Examination (200 marks) – 200 objective questions (100 General Aptitude + 100 Scientific), 120 minutes duration. Stage 2: Personal Interview (200 marks) for candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit (5 times the vacancies). Final merit list prepared on total marks (Written + Interview) out of 400.
How to Apply
Visit the portal https://rcbdbt26.rcb.ac.in/RCBDBT/., Register with a valid email ID., Fill in the online application form., Upload all required certificates and documents., Pay the application fee (₹2000 for general candidates) via net‑banking, debit or credit card., Submit the application., Keep a printout of the submitted application for future reference., Submit only one application; multiple applications will be rejected., Government servants must upload the NOC in the prescribed format.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DBT Scientist C Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for 10 Posts?
application start: 14 February 2026; application end: 16 March 2026; last date application: 15 March 2026; last date age calculation: 15 March 2026
What is the application fee?
General: 2000; Female: 0; SC: 0; ST: 0; PwBD: 0; Ex-servicemen: 0
What is the age limit?
Upper age limit: 35 years. Relaxable up to 5 years for Government servants. Relaxation for SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years (as per Central Government rules).
What is the selection process?
Stage 1: Computer Based Written Examination (200 marks) – 200 objective questions (100 General Aptitude + 100 Scientific), 120 minutes duration. Stage 2: Personal Interview (200 marks) for candidates shortlisted based on written exam merit (5 times the vacancies). Final merit list prepared on total marks (Written + Interview) out of 400.