Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP), Lucknow, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, has issued official notification (Advt No. BSIP/SCI-B/01/2026) for the recruitment of 19 vacancies for Scientist ‘B’ (Pay Level-10). Eligible candidates holding M.Sc. with 3 years research experience or Ph.D. in relevant fields can apply online from 10th August 2026 onwards via Resultraj.com.

Age Limit & Category-Wise Vacancy Details (As on 04-09-2026)

Upper Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years (Age relaxation extra as per Government of India & BSIP Recruitment Rules: 5 Years for SC/ST, 3 Years for OBC).

Educational Qualification & Pay Scale

• Essential Qualification: M.Sc. (1st Division) in Biosciences / Geology / Physics / Chemistry or Earth Science allied discipline with minimum 3 years research experience OR Ph.D. in relevant discipline.
• Desirable Experience: Post-doctoral research experience and published scientific papers in high-impact journals in Palaeontology, Palaeobotany, Geochemistry, Planetary Geosciences, AI & RS-GIS in Palaeosciences, etc.
• Pay Scale & Level: Level Level-10 (7th CPC Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500/-) plus applicable Central Govt Allowances.
• Selection Process: Screening / Shortlisting of Applications followed by Personal Interview.

Step-by-Step Procedure to Apply for BSIP Scientist B 2026

1. Visit the official BSIP Lucknow portal: bsip.res.in.
2. Navigate to CAREER → BSIP RECRUITMENT PORTAL.
3. Click on the online application link for Advt. No. BSIP/SCI-B/01/2026.
4. Complete registration, fill in education and experience details, and upload photograph & signature.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) through Demand Draft as specified in the recruitment rules.
6. Submit the form online and take a clear printout of the final submitted application.
7. Mandatory Hard Copy Submission: Send the printout of the online application form along with self-attested copies of certificates, mark sheets, testimonials, and Demand Draft via Speed Post / Registered Post in an envelope superscribed “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF SCIENTIST ‘B'” to reach on or before 11th September 2026 (5:30 PM) at:

   To: The Registrar, Birbal Sahni Institute of Palaeosciences (BSIP), 53 University Road, Lucknow – 226007, Uttar Pradesh.