🔬 CDFD Hyderabad Recruitment 2026
📢 Apply Online for Scientist-IV & Scientist-III Posts
📍 Location: Hyderabad, Telangana | 💰 Pay Level: Level 11 & 12 (7th CPC)
📅 Extended Last Date: 31.03.2026
Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD), Hyderabad, an autonomous institute under the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC), Department of Biotechnology, Govt of India, has released a recruitment notification (Advt No. 06/2025). The institute invites online applications from enthusiastic Indian researchers for the positions of Scientist – IV and Scientist – III.
🚨 CORRIGENDUM UPDATE: The last date to apply has been extended to 31st March 2026. Furthermore, the requirement to submit a Hard Copy of the application has been WITHDRAWN. Candidates need to apply via Online Mode ONLY. 👇 Check detailed eligibility, salary, and selection process below.
🚨 CORRIGENDUM UPDATE: The last date to apply has been extended to 31st March 2026. Furthermore, the requirement to submit a Hard Copy of the application has been WITHDRAWN. Candidates need to apply via Online Mode ONLY. 👇 Check detailed eligibility, salary, and selection process below.
🚀 Recruitment Highlights
| 🏢 Organization | Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) |
| 📜 Post Name | Scientist – IV & Scientist – III |
| 🔢 Total Vacancies | 02 Posts |
| 💰 Salary / Pay Scale | Level 11 & Level 12 (Approx ₹ 67,700 – ₹ 2,09,200 Basic) |
| ⏳ Apply Mode | Online Only (Hard Copy Not Required) |
📊 Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Vacancies & Reservation | Pay Matrix | Max Age | Educational Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist – IV | 01 (Reserved for OBC-NCL) |
Level 12 (Basic ₹ 78,800/-) |
45 Years (Direct) 56 Years (Deputation) |
✅ Ph.D with 5 Yrs R&D Exp. OR ✅ 1st Class M.Sc with 9 Yrs Exp. OR ✅ 1st Class M.Tech / MD / MVSc / M.Pharm / M.Biotech with 8 Yrs R&D Exp. |
| Scientist – III | 01 (Reserved for SC) |
Level 11 (Basic ₹ 67,700/-) |
40 Years |
✅ Ph.D with 1 Yr Post-Doctoral Exp. OR ✅ 1st Class M.Sc with 5 Yrs Exp. OR ✅ 1st Class M.Tech / MD / MVSc / M.Pharm / M.Biotech with 4 Yrs R&D Exp. |
💸 Application Fee
- 💰 OBC Candidates: ₹ 300/-
- 🆓 SC / ST / PwD / Women / Ex-Servicemen: NIL (Exempted)
- 💳 Payment Mode: Online via SBI Collect (Link available on website).
📅 Important Dates (Revised)
| 🟢 Corrigendum Date: | 11.02.2026 |
| 🔴 Last Date to Apply Online: | 31 March 2026 (06:00 PM) |
| ❌ Hard Copy Submission: | WITHDRAWN (Not Required) |
📝 How to Apply?
- Visit the official recruitment portal: recruitment.cdfd.org.in.
- Register with a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Fill in the online application form for the respective post (Scientist IV or III).
- Upload scanned copies of Photograph, Signature, Date of Birth Proof, Educational Certificates, Experience Certificates, and Caste Certificate (OBC-NCL/SC).
- Fee Payment: Pay the application fee of ₹ 300/- (if applicable) through the SBI Collect link provided.
- Upload the fee transaction receipt.
- Final Submit the application.
⚠️ Important Update: Candidates are NOT required to send the hard copy of the application form by post.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the extended last date for CDFD Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online has been extended to 31st March 2026.
Q2. Is it mandatory to send the hard copy of the application?
Ans: No, the requirement for hard copy submission has been WITHDRAWN. Only online application is required.
Q3. What is the salary for Scientist IV and III posts?
Ans: Scientist IV is in Level 12 (Basic ₹ 78,800) and Scientist III is in Level 11 (Basic ₹ 67,700).
Q4. Who is exempted from the application fee?
Ans: SC, ST, PwD, Women candidates, and Ex-Servicemen are exempted from the application fee.
Q5. What is the selection process?
Ans: Selection will be based on Screening followed by an Interview (Presentation for Scientist IV). The interview may be held in Hyderabad.