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If you hold a Master’s degree in Botany, Horticulture or Organic Chemistry, a Group A government job has just opened up for you. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has started applications for 5 Scientist B posts in the Botanical Survey of India (BSI), with an entry basic pay of Rs 56,100 per month, and the last date to apply is 4 December 2026, 6:00 PM.
These posts were first advertised under Advertisement No. 06/2026, which closed on 3 July 2026. UPSC has now reopened them through Advertisement No. 13/2026, so that candidates who could not apply the first time get another chance. Your age and eligibility will be counted as on 3 July 2026, the closing date of the original advertisement — not today’s date.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Benefit | Group A Gazetted permanent post, Pay Level 10, basic pay Rs 56,100–Rs 1,77,500, plus DA, HRA and TA (estimated gross pay about Rs 1.2 lakh per month in Kolkata) |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in Botany, Horticulture or Organic Chemistry; PhD desirable |
| Documents needed | Class 10 certificate, Master’s degree and mark sheets, category certificate, photograph and signature, photo identity proof |
| Last date | 4 December 2026, 6:00 PM — upsconline.nic.in |
How many posts are there in UPSC Scientist B Recruitment 2026?
5 posts in all: 2 Unreserved, 1 EWS, 1 OBC, 1 SC; no ST vacancy. Subject-wise: Botany 3, Horticulture 1, Organic Chemistry 1. Advertisement No. 13/2026 carries 13 posts in total, including Dental Surgeon, Ayurveda Physician and Homeopathic Physician posts; check the official notification for the other posts.
Who can apply?
Master’s degree from a recognised university or institute in Botany, Horticulture or Chemistry (Organic). A PhD in the same subject is desirable, not compulsory, but can help at shortlisting. A PhD cannot replace the Master’s degree.
What is the age limit?
Counted as on 3 July 2026: maximum 35 years for UR and EWS, 38 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), 40 years for SC. PwBD candidates get extra relaxation of up to 10 years. Other relaxations follow the official notification.
What is the application fee?
Rs 25 for General, OBC and EWS. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempted. Pay only through the official UPSC portal, by debit or credit card, UPI or net banking.
What is the salary of a UPSC Scientist B?
Pay Level 10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, basic pay Rs 56,100 to Rs 1,77,500, plus Dearness Allowance at 63% (effective 1 July 2026), House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance. Estimated gross pay for a new joinee in Kolkata is about Rs 1.2 lakh a month — an estimate; actual pay depends on posting and allowances. Permanent post, two-year probation.
How will candidates be selected?
Direct recruitment by selection: shortlisting first; a Recruitment Test only if applications are very high; then personal interview, document verification, final merit list. No fixed written examination announced in advance.
How to apply online
- Go to upsconline.nic.in.
- Create an account or log in with your Universal Registration Number (URN).
- Complete the Universal Registration Profile and the Common Application Form.
- Select the Scientist ‘B’ post under Advertisement No. 13/2026.
- Enter personal, educational and category details and upload documents.
- Pay the fee, if applicable.
- Review every field, submit, and download the final application.
If you already applied under Advertisement No. 06/2026, do not submit a fresh application; you can edit your existing application.
Next Action
- Official notification PDF (Advt. No. 13/2026): https://www.upsc.gov.in/sites/default/files/AdvtNo-13-2026-Engl-131126_0.pdf
- Apply online: https://upsconline.nic.in
- UPSC official website: https://upsc.gov.in
- Botanical Survey of India website: https://bsi.gov.in
Read the official notification carefully before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Question 1: How many vacancies are there?
5 — 2 UR, 1 EWS, 1 OBC, 1 SC; Botany 3, Horticulture 1, Organic Chemistry 1.
Question 2: What is the last date to apply?
Applications opened 14 November 2026; last date 4 December 2026, 6:00 PM.
Question 3: What is the educational qualification?
Master’s in Botany, Horticulture or Chemistry (Organic); PhD desirable, not compulsory.
Question 4: What is the age limit?
35 years UR/EWS, 38 OBC, 40 SC, counted as on 3 July 2026.
Question 5: I applied under Advt 06/2026 — should I apply again?
No; edit your existing application if needed.
Question 6: Is there a written exam?
Not necessarily; shortlisting and interview; a Recruitment Test only if applications are very high.
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