Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment has been notified by the Department of Food and Public Distribution under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution for filling one post of Junior Scientific Officer Agriculture Chemistry at National Sugar Institute, Kanpur. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment is classified as General Central Service Group ‘A’ Gazetted, Non-Ministerial post in Level-10 of the pay matrix (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500) as per 7th CPC. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment will be filled through deputation including short-term contract or promotion from eligible officers of Central Government, State Government, Union Territory Administrations, autonomous bodies, statutory organizations, public sector undertakings, universities, or recognized research institutions.
Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment specifies that officers holding analogous post on regular basis or having two years’ service in Level-9 or four years’ service in Level-8 or five years’ service in Level-7 or ten years’ service in Level-6 in the pay matrix are eligible. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment further states that candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Agriculture Chemistry or Agronomy or Plant Breeding with Genetics from a recognized university or institute and must have three years’ experience of research work in Agriculture Chemistry or working experience in sugar factory or distillery or related industrial units or teaching experience at degree level in Agriculture Chemistry.
Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment also mentions that Doctorate in Agriculture Chemistry or Agronomy or Plant Breeding with Genetics is desirable. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment provides that the place of posting is National Sugar Institute, Kanpur with liability to be posted anywhere in India.
Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment states that the period of deputation including short-term contract shall ordinarily not exceed three years. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment mentions that the maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall not exceed 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment requires that applications must be forwarded through proper channel along with complete and up-to-date CR dossier or APARs for the last five years, vigilance clearance certificate, integrity certificate, and certificate regarding penalties. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment further specifies that applications must reach within 60 days from the date of publication of the advertisement in Employment News. Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment states that incomplete applications or those not received through proper channel will not be considered.
Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment-Recruitment Overview Table
| Organization | Department of Food and Public Distribution |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution |
| Post Name | Junior Scientific Officer Agriculture Chemistry |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Mode of Recruitment | Deputation including short-term contract or Promotion |
| Job Location | National Sugar Institute, Kanpur |
Important Dates Table
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date | Within 60 days from date of publication |
Vacancy Details Table
| Post Name | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Junior Scientific Officer Agriculture Chemistry | 01 |
Eligibility Table
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree in Agriculture Chemistry or Agronomy or Plant Breeding with Genetics |
| Experience | Three years’ experience in research work or industrial or teaching experience in relevant field |
| Service Condition | Holding analogous post OR 2 years in Level-9 OR 4 years in Level-8 OR 5 years in Level-7 OR 10 years in Level-6 |
| Desirable | Doctorate in relevant field |
| Eligible Candidates | Central/State Government/UT/Autonomous/Statutory/PSU/Universities/Research Institutions |
Age Limit Table
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | Not exceeding 56 years |
Pay Scale Table
| Post | Pay Level |
|---|---|
| Junior Scientific Officer Agriculture Chemistry | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500) |
Application Process Table
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Through proper channel |
| Submission Authority | Deputy Secretary (SA) |
| Address | Department of Food and Public Distribution, Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi |
Documents Required Table
| Document | Details |
|---|---|
| APARs or CR Dossier | Last five years |
| Vigilance Clearance | Required |
| Integrity Certificate | Required |
| Penalty Certificate | Required |
Important Instructions Section
- Applications must be forwarded through proper channel.
- No application without proper channel will be entertained.
- Incomplete applications will not be considered.
- Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
- Candidates once applied will not be allowed to withdraw candidature.
- Certification regarding vigilance and disciplinary status is required.
Official Website / Reference
Department of Food and Public Distribution
Website: Not Mentioned in the Official Notification.
Important Note
Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the post under Junior Scientific Officer Recruitment?
Junior Scientific Officer Agriculture Chemistry.
Q2. How many vacancies are available?
01 post.
Q3. What is the maximum age limit?
Not exceeding 56 years.
Q4. What is the pay scale for the post?
Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500).
Q5. What is the last date to apply?
Within 60 days from the date of publication in Employment News.