ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Notification for 133 Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organisation: Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (ICERT), Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
• Advertisement No.: ICERT/SCB/2026/1
• Post Name: Scientist B (Group A, Level-10)
• Total Vacancies: 133
• Mode of Application: Online only
• Last Date to Apply: 17 August 2026, 5:30 PM

About ICERT

The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team, also called ICERT or ICERT, functions under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. It was set up in 2004 and serves as the national agency responsible for cyber security functions under the Information Technology Amendment Act, 2008. More details about the organisation are available on the ICERT website.

Important Dates

Application Fee

There is no application fee for this recruitment. It is nil for candidates of all categories, so no payment is required at the time of applying.

Vacancy Details

ICERT has advertised 133 posts across three disciplines. The organisation has clarified that the number of posts is tentative and the actual count may increase or decrease at its discretion.

Within these numbers, 3 posts in CS, 1 post in DA, and 1 post in EC are also reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, covering categories such as low vision, hearing impairment, locomotor disability, and multiple disabilities. Some OBC and SC posts in the CS discipline also carry backlog vacancies.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Eligibility depends on which GATE paper you hold a valid score in:

• CS paper: A four-year Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a closely related field such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or Cyber Security, or a Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Applications, or a similar discipline, or an MCA.
• DA paper: The same set of qualifications listed for CS also applies here, given the overlap between computing and data-focused disciplines in the notification.
• EC paper: A four-year Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Telecommunication, or related fields such as Mechatronics or Robotics and Automation, or a Master's degree in Electronics or a related specialisation.

You must hold this qualification by the cut-off date, and no equivalent qualification will be accepted in place of what is listed in the notification.

GATE Score Requirement

A valid GATE score of 2024, 2025, or 2026 in the paper code matching your discipline (CS, DA, or EC) is mandatory. There is no separate written exam for this recruitment; your GATE score itself is the basis for shortlisting.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as on the cut-off date of 17 August 2026.

Age relaxation of 5 years is also available for candidates already serving in government organisations in similar or allied posts, and further relaxations for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), and PwBD candidates follow standard Central Government rules.

Experience

No prior work experience is required for this post.

Pay Scale

Selected candidates will be placed as Scientist B, equivalent to a Group A post, in Level-10 of the 7th CPC pay matrix (Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 177,500).

Selection Process

The selection process for ICERT Scientist B is built entirely around the GATE score rather than a fresh written test:

• Candidates are shortlisted for a Personal Interaction/Interview in a 1:5 ratio based on discipline-wise and category-wise GATE merit. If multiple candidates share the cut-off score, all of them are called, even if that means exceeding the 1:5 ratio.
• GATE scores from 2024, 2025, and 2026 are all given equal weightage; candidates may use their best score from any one eligible year.
• Document verification takes place before the interaction, and candidates who don't appear with original documents are not permitted to sit for the interview.
• In the interaction, candidates are assessed on technical knowledge, presentation and communication skills, and academic performance, out of a maximum of 50 marks.
• To be considered for the final merit list, candidates need at least 50 percent marks in the interaction (UR category) or 40 percent (EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD categories).
• The final merit list is prepared using 60 percent weightage to the GATE score and 40 percent weightage to interaction marks, calculated separately for each discipline and category.

In case of a tie, ICERT first looks at the higher GATE score, then at marks in the technical knowledge component of the interview, and finally at the candidate's age, with the older candidate ranked higher.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official ICERT website; no other mode is accepted. The process involves three steps:

Step 1: Registration

Complete Registration on the ICERT recruitment portal using a valid email ID and active mobile number.

Step 2: Fill the Application Form

Fill the online Application Form carefully and upload the required scanned documents, since no change in name, category, address, mobile number, or email ID is allowed after submission.

Step 3: Download Confirmation Page

Download the Confirmation Page after final submission, since the application is treated as complete only when this step is done.

Aadhaar-based authentication will be used at every stage of the recruitment process.

Documents Required

Keep the following ready before starting the online form:

• Recent coloured photograph and signature scan in JPEG/JPG format
• Date of birth proof (Matriculation/High School certificate or municipal birth certificate)
• Photo ID such as Aadhaar, PAN card, Driving License, or EPIC ID
• Matriculation and Senior Secondary certificates
• GATE Score Card
• Essential qualification certificate and marksheet, along with CGPA conversion certificate if applicable
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation
• PwBD certificate with minimum 40 percent disability, if applicable
• Experience certificate, if any
• No Objection Certificate and age relaxation certificate, where applicable

General Rules

• Candidates must be Indian citizens, or fall under specific categories of persons of Indian origin as defined in the notification, such as those who migrated from Pakistan, Burma, Sri Lanka, or certain East African countries before settling permanently in India.
• Furnishing false information or fabricated documents at any stage will lead to rejection or cancellation of candidature, and possible legal action.
• Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in India or outside India, depending on organisational requirements.
• No TA/DA is paid for attending document verification or the personal interaction/interview.
• All communication regarding this recruitment will be sent to the registered email ID and mobile number, so candidates should check these regularly.
• Any dispute related to this recruitment falls under the jurisdiction of Delhi courts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026 about?

ICERT, the national nodal agency for cyber security under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, has released Advertisement No. ICERT/SCB/2026/1 to fill 133 Scientist B posts on a direct recruitment basis in Level-10 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in this notification?

There are 133 vacancies in total, split as 83 posts in Computer Science and Information Technology, 25 posts in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, and 25 posts in Electronics and Communication Engineering. ICERT has noted that these numbers are tentative and may change.

Q3. What is the eligibility qualification for ICERT Scientist B posts?

Candidates need a four-year Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, or a Master's degree in Science, or an MCA, in a discipline matching their chosen GATE paper, along with a valid GATE score in that same paper code from 2024, 2025, or 2026.

Q4. Is GATE score compulsory for this recruitment?

Yes. A valid GATE score in the relevant paper code, CS, DA, or EC, from 2024, 2025, or 2026 is mandatory, and ICERT gives equal weightage to all three years when shortlisting candidates for the personal interaction.

Q5. What is the application fee for ICERT Scientist B posts?

The application fee is nil for candidates of all categories.

Q6. What is the upper age limit for this post?

The upper age limit is 30 years for UR and EWS candidates, 35 years for SC/ST candidates, and 33 years for OBC (NCL) candidates, calculated as on the cut-off date of 17 August 2026. Higher limits apply for PwBD and Ex-servicemen candidates as detailed in the official notification.

Q7. How will candidates be selected for the Scientist B post?

Candidates are first shortlisted for a personal interaction in a 1:5 ratio based on discipline-wise and category-wise GATE merit. The final selection is based on 60 percent weightage to the GATE score and 40 percent weightage to marks in the personal interaction, subject to qualifying marks of 50 percent for UR candidates and 40 percent for EWS, OBC, SC, ST, and PwBD candidates.

Q8. What is the last date to apply online for ICERT Scientist B Recruitment 2026?

The online application window opened on 14 July 2026 and closes on 17 August 2026 at 5:30 PM. The cut-off date for eligibility is also 17 August 2026.

Source

This article is based on the official ICERT Detailed Advertisement No. ICERT/SCB/2026/1 for Scientist B Recruitment, published on the ICERT website.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Candidates are advised to refer to the official ICERT notification and website for the most accurate and updated details before applying.