Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) Scientist Recruitment 2025
Apply now for the ARCI Scientist Recruitment 2025! 11 vacancies for Scientist E, C, & B posts. Check eligibility, salary (up to ₹2.38 Lakhs/month), selection process, and apply online by July 28, 2025. Visit arci.res.in for details.
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| ARCI SCIENTIST RECRUITMENT 2025 |
Excellent news for science and engineering professionals! The
International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New
Materials (ARCI) has announced its 2025 recruitment drive for various
scientist positions. This is a golden opportunity to join a premier
autonomous R&D Centre under the Department of Science &
Technology, Government of India, and contribute to cutting-edge research
in a state-of-the-art environment. ARCI is seeking dynamic, dedicated, and
innovative Indian citizens to fill these roles and encourages women
candidates to apply to promote gender balance.
Read on for a detailed breakdown of the vacancies, eligibility criteria,
selection process, and how to apply for the ARCI Scientist Recruitment
2025.
ARCI Scientist Recruitment 2025: An Overview
This recruitment drive seeks to attract dynamic individuals with a strong
academic background and relevant experience to contribute to ARCI's
mission of developing commercially viable technologies. The organization
encourages women candidates to apply to foster a gender-balanced
workforce.
Recruitment Authority
The International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New
Materials (ARCI), an autonomous R&D centre of the Department of Science &
Technology (DST), Government of India, is the recruiting authority.
Post Names and Vacancies
ARCI has opened applications for a total of 11 scientist positions across
different levels.
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Scientist "E": 3 Posts
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Scientist "C": 1 Post
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Scientist "B" (R&D - Sciences): 2 Posts (1 Unreserved, 1 OBC-Non-Creamy Layer)
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Scientist "B" (R&D - Engineering): 5 Posts (3 Unreserved, 1 ST, 1 EWS)
Age Limit
The upper age limit for the posts as of the application deadline is:
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Scientist "E": Not exceeding 45 years
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Scientist "C": Not exceeding 35 years
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Scientist "B": Not exceeding 35 years
Educational Qualification & Experience
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Scientist "E"
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Essential Qualification: A Doctorate Degree in Physical Sciences OR a Master's Degree in
Engineering or Technology from a recognized university.
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Essential Experience: 10 years of R&D experience in Industry, R&D institutions, or
Academic Institutions. Expertise is required in areas like Li-ion/Na-ion
battery materials, large-scale synthesis of inorganic materials for
photovoltaics, development of nanostructured materials for
high-temperature applications, or Polymer Electrolyte Membranes (PEM).
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Desirable: Post-doctorate in Physical Sciences or a Doctorate in
Engineering/Technology, experience in executing R&D projects, and a
strong record of publications and patents.
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Scientist "C"
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Essential Qualification: A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical and
Electronics Engineering.
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Essential Experience: 4 years of relevant experience in areas like installation, testing, and
maintenance of sub-stations, DG sets, and solar PV units.
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Desirable: A Master's degree in a relevant field and familiarity with electrical
contracts, safety standards, and load management.
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Scientist "B" (R&D - Sciences)
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Essential Qualification: A Master's degree in Physical Sciences or Chemical Sciences.
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Desirable: A Doctorate in Physical/Chemical Sciences and one year of R&D
experience.
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Scientist "B" (R&D - Engineering)
Essential Qualification: A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology in Materials
Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or
Chemical Engineering.
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Desirable: A Master's degree in the relevant engineering discipline and one year
of R&D experience.
Post-wise Salary Details
Successful candidates will receive attractive emoluments as per
government norms.
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Scientist "E": Pay Level 13, approximately ₹2,38,895/- per month.
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Scientist "C": Pay Level 11, approximately ₹1,36,405/- per month.
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Scientist "B": Pay Level 10, approximately ₹1,14,945/- per month.
Other benefits include the New Pension Scheme (NPS), Gratuity, Medical
Reimbursement, and Leave Travel Concession (LTC).
Selection Process
The selection process varies for each post:
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Scientist "E": Selection will be based on a presentation on R&D achievements and a
research proposal, followed by a Personal Interview.
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Scientist "C": Shortlisted candidates will give a presentation on electrical projects
they have handled, followed by a Personal Interview.
· Scientist "B": Selection involves a Competitive Written Examination (CWE). Candidates shortlisted based on CWE marks will be called for a Personal Interview. The final selection will have a 50% weightage for CWE marks and 50% for the Personal Interview.
Application Process
1. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications ONLINE ONLY through the official ARCI website: http://www.arci.res.in/careers.
2. Candidates must read the instructions carefully before filling out the
application form.
3. Pay the non-refundable application fee via NEFT/RTGS and enter the bank
transfer details in the online application.
4. For the Scientist "E" position, candidates must download a questionnaire
form for a research proposal and submit the filled-in form with their
online application.
5. Applications submitted through any other mode or incomplete applications
will be rejected.
Application Fees
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Scientist "E" / Scientist "C" (All Categories): ₹1000/-
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Scientist "B" (General and OBC Category): ₹600/-
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Scientist "B" (ST/EWS/PWD/Women): ₹300/-
Bank Transfer Details:
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Bank Name: Canara Bank
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Branch: Kanchanbagh, Hyderabad - 59
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Account Name: International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy & New
Materials
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Account No.: 1849106015365
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IFSC Code: CNRB0001849
Exam Pattern for Scientist 'B'
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Mode of Exam: Competitive Written Examination (CWE) in Hyderabad only.
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Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
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Total Marks: 300.
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Total Questions: 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs).
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Marking Scheme: Each question carries 3 marks.
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Negative Marking: 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
Section-wise Question Distribution
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Section A: 90 MCQs (270 marks) from the relevant essential Science/Engineering
discipline chosen by the candidate.
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Section B: 10 MCQs (30 marks) on analytical skills/logical reasoning, common to
all disciplines.
Important Rules
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The last date for the submission of online applications is July 28, 2025.
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The period spent obtaining the minimum essential educational
qualification will not be counted as experience.
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Online applications will not be considered if the NEFT/RTGS payment is
not received by the deadline.
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A preliminary screening of applications will be conducted to shortlist
candidates for the interview/written exam.
Important Dates
|
Post |
Event |
Tentative Date |
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All Posts |
Last Date for Online Application |
July 28, 2025 |
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Scientist "E" |
Personal Interview |
August 2025 |
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Scientist "C" |
Personal Interview |
August 2025 |
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Scientist "B" |
Competitive Written Exam |
August 2025 |
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Scientist "B" |
Personal Interview |
October 2025 |
Important Links
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Official Website & Online Application: http://www.arci.res.in/careers
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is the last date to apply for the ARCI Scientist Recruitment 2025?
The last date for submitting online applications is July 28, 2025.
Q2: Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you will need to submit a separate application and pay the
application fee for each post.
Q3: Is there any negative marking in the Scientist 'B' written exam?
Yes, 1 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer in the
Competitive Written Examination (CWE) for the Scientist 'B' post.
Q4: What is the selection process for the Scientist "E" post?
The selection for Scientist "E" is based on a presentation covering
R&D achievements and a research proposal, followed by a personal
interview.
Q5: Are women candidates exempt from the application fee?
For the Scientist 'B' post, women candidates have a reduced fee of ₹300. For Scientist 'E' and 'C' posts, the fee of ₹1000 applies to all categories, including women.
