CDFD Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Scientist Posts

Post Date: 14/02/2026|Last Date: 18/02/2026
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Short Information: Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) Recruitment 2026. Apply Online for Scientist-IV and Scientist-III vacancies. Check Eligibility, Pay Scale, and Selection Process.

Quick Analysis

CDFD Recruitment 2026 offers only 2 high-level Scientist vacancies (Level 11 & 12 pay) in Hyderabad for experienced Life Sciences and research professionals, featuring an interview-based selection with possible written screening and a mandatory hard-copy submission after online application. With limited seats, senior pay scale, and the online application deadline of 18 February 2026, this stands as a rare government research career opportunity for qualified M.Sc/Ph.D candidates in biology and diagnostics fields.

Notification Overview
Important Dates
  • Notification Date: 27-12-2025
  • Last Date to Apply Online: 18-02-2026
  • Hard Copy Submission Deadline: 27-02-2026
Application Fee
  • OBC (Male): 300
  • SC / ST / Women / PwBD / ESM: 0

Mode: Online (SBI Collect)

Age Limit (as on Last Date)

Min Age: 18 Years | Max Age: 45 (Sci-IV), 40 (Sci-III) Years

(SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, Govt Servants: 5 Years)

Vacancy Details (2 Posts)

Post NameTotalEligibility
Scientist - IV01Ph.D/M.Sc with Research Experience (OBC-NCL)
Scientist - III01Ph.D/M.Sc with Diagnostics Experience (SC)

CDFD Recruitment 2026: The Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Hyderabad, under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), has released Advertisement No. 06/2025 for the recruitment of Scientists. Eligible candidates can apply online for Scientist-IV and Scientist-III positions on Direct Recruitment or Deputation basis.

Vacancy Details

The total number of vacancies is 02. The details are as follows:

Post Name

Pay Matrix

Vacancies

Reservation

Scientist - IV

Level 12

01

Reserved for OBC (NCL)

Scientist - III

Level 11

01

Reserved for SC

Total

02

-

Important Dates

  • Online Application Start: 27th December 2025

  • Last Date to Apply Online: 18th February 2026 (06:00 PM)

  • Last Date for Hard Copy Submission: 27th February 2026

Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit (As on 18.02.2026):

  • Scientist - IV: Max 45 Years (Direct Recruitment) / 56 Years (Deputation).

  • Scientist - III: Max 40 Years.

  • Relaxation: As per Govt. of India norms (SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, etc.).

2. Educational Qualification & Experience:

  • Scientist - IV: 1st Class M.Sc with 9 years experience OR Ph.D/M.Tech/MD with relevant R&D experience.

  • Scientist - III: 1st Class M.Sc with 5 years experience OR Ph.D with 1 year post-doctoral experience in relevant field.

Application Fee

OBC Candidates

₹ 300/-

SC / ST / PwBD / Women / Ex-Servicemen

Nil (Exempted)

Payment Mode

Online (SBI Collect)

Selection Process

  • Scientist - IV: Two rounds of interviews (Preliminary & Final) with a presentation on research work.

  • Scientist - III: Interview by Selection Committee (Written test may be conducted if applications are large).

  • Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates will be called in a 1:2 ratio.

How to Apply

  • Register online at www.cdfd.org.in.

  • Fill the application form and upload required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates).

  • Pay the application fee via SBI Collect.

  • Submit the online form and take a printout.

  • Hard Copy Submission: Send the signed printout along with self-attested copies of documents to "The Head-Administration, CDFD, Inner Ring Road, Uppal, Hyderabad - 500039" by 27.02.2026.

Selection Process

  • Screening of Applications
  • Interview (Presentation)
  • Written Test (Optional for Sci-III)
  • Document Verification
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is hard copy submission mandatory?

Yes, after online submission, the hard copy with documents must reach CDFD by 27.02.2026.

What is the age limit for Scientist IV?

45 years for Direct Recruitment and 56 years for Deputation.

Is there a written test?

For Scientist-III, a written test may be conducted if the number of applications is large. Otherwise, selection is by interview.

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