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Department - Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)
ANRF Recruitment 2025 – Apply Offline for Scientist D and Scientist C Posts
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has announced 07 vacancies for Scientist D and Scientist C posts. Eligible candidates holding a Master's degree or a four-year Bachelor's degree in relevant disciplines can submit offline applications. The application window remains open until 08 December 2025, through the official website serb.gov.in. Applicants must send their completed forms along with required documents to the designated ANRF office address. The selection process involves screening of CVs by committees and interviews, based on suitability and organizational requirements. The age limit is up to 35 years for Scientist C and up to 40 years for Scientist D, with applicable relaxation. Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-11 and Level-12 pay matrix structures. Candidates in remote regions have an extended deadline of up to 60 days from advertisement publication. Only complete applications submitted within the specified timeframe will be considered.
Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has announced... 07 vacancies for Scientist D and Scientist C posts. Eligible candidates holding a Master's degree or a four-year Bachelor's degree in relevant disciplines can submit offline applications. The application window remains open until 08 December 2025, through the official website serb.gov.in. Applicants must send their completed forms along with required documents to the designated ANRF office address. The selection process involves screening of CVs by committees and interviews, based on suitability and organizational requirements. The age limit is up to 35 years for Scientist C and up to 40 years for Scientist D, with applicable relaxation. Selected candidates will receive salary under Level-11 and Level-12 pay matrix structures. Candidates in remote regions have an extended deadline of up to 60 days from advertisement publication. Only complete applications submitted within the specified timeframe will be considered.
Rahul Sihan
11 Nov, 2025 11:57 AM
ANRF Recruitment 2025 - Scientist D and Scientist C (07 Posts)
The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) has invited offline applications for seven posts at Scientist D and Scientist C level for 2025. The advertisement sets out qualifications, age limits, vacancy distribution, pay scales, selection procedure and application instructions. Eligible candidates are required to submit completed applications by the prescribed deadline to the address specified in the official notification and to follow the document requirements and postal instructions precisely.
Important Dates and Fees
The table below summarises the principal timelines and the application fee arrangement. Applicants should use the official notification as the primary reference for any date clarifications and postal allowances for remote regions.
| Event | Date | |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Publication Date (Employment News / Rozgar Samachar) | 25 October 2025 | Applications are to be counted from the date of publication in Employment News (English edition). |
| Start Date for Submission | 25 October 2025 | Offline receipt of applications accepted from this date. |
| Last Date for Submission (General) | 08 December 2025 | Completed applications must reach the Director, ANRF by 5:30 PM on this date. |
| Last Date for Submission (Certain North-East, Island & Hilly Regions) | 07 February 2026 | Sixty days from publication applies to specified remote regions; exact locales listed in the notification. |
| Mode of Application | Offline (Speed Post) | Applications must be sent by Speed Post to the address provided in the notification. |
| Official Website | 08 December 2025 | Full notification and application proforma available at serb.gov.in; refer to the official site for updates. |
Detailed Information
The recruitment fills seven posts: two at Scientist D and five at Scientist C. Selection will proceed through scrutiny of CVs by competent committees and interviews of shortlisted candidates where appropriate; final appointment will be determined by suitability and vacancy requirements. Applicants must ensure they possess the prescribed academic qualifications and any necessary professional credentials prior to applying. Age limits and reservation norms apply as per central government rules and the advertisement.
| Particular | Details | |
|---|---|---|
| Organisation | Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) | Recruitment conducted as per ANRF / SERB framework and Employment News publication. |
| Posts | Scientist D (02); Scientist C (05) | Seven posts in total; category-wise breakup available in the official advertisement. |
| Total Vacancies | 07 | Subject to change as per corrigendum; vacancies shown are as per the published notice. |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree in a specified discipline (Schedule I) OR Four-year Bachelor’s degree in a specified discipline (Schedule II) | Specific subject lists and acceptable degrees appear in Schedule I and Schedule II of the notification. |
| Age Limit | Scientist C: Not exceeding 35 years; Scientist D: Not exceeding 40 years | Age relaxation as per government rules for reserved categories and specified circumstances. |
| Pay Scale / Salary | Scientist D: Level 12 (Rs. 78,800–2,09,200); Scientist C: Level 11 (Rs. 67,700–2,08,700) | Pay in accordance with the Pay Matrix; allowances as applicable under rules. |
| Selection Process | Screening of CVs by competent committees; shortlisted candidates to be called for interview; selection based on suitability and vacancy requirements | No guaranteed number of interview calls; committees will assess academic record, research contributions and suitability. |
| Application Format | Offline application submitted in the prescribed proforma available with the notification | Applications must be complete in all respects, signed and sent by Speed Post to the Director, ANRF address noted in the notification. |
| Address for Submission | Director, Anusandhan National Research Foundation, 4th Floor, Block-II, Technology Bhawan, New Mehrauli Road, New Delhi-110016 | Cover must be superscribed with the post applied for (SCIENTIST-D / SCIENTIST-C). |
| Application Deadline Instruction | Applications received after the closing date or incomplete in any respect will be summarily rejected | ANRF will not accept postal delays as a valid reason; no representation against rejection will be entertained. |
| How to Prepare the Application | Download proforma from the official website, complete all fields, attach CV, certificates and supporting documents, sign and dispatch by Speed Post | Include clear copies of educational certificates, ID proof and any experience or research documentation cited in the CV. |
| Regional Time Extension | 60 days allowed for candidates in specified North-East, island and certain hilly districts | Regions listed in the notification include Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul & Spiti (selected subdivisions), Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep. |
| Contact and Clarifications | Contact details and clarifications are available on the official SERB / ANRF web pages | Applicants should consult the official notification for authoritative guidance and any corrigenda. |
Important Links
| Important Links | ||
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Detailed advertisement for the recruitment process | Download |
| Official Website | Primary source for announcements and application updates | Visit Website |
| The links included above refer to the official sources where candidates may review the recruitment details and updates. Users are advised to verify dates, eligibility, and instructions directly from the official website to ensure accuracy. Third-party summaries or external portals should not be treated as primary reference points when making application-related decisions. | ||
