CGPSC Microbiologist Recruitment 2026: Apply Online

CGPSC Microbiologist Recruitment 2026 Announced

The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Microbiologist. This recruitment is for the Public Health and Family Welfare Department in Chhattisgarh.

Job Highlights

Organization: Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC)

Department: Public Health and Family Welfare Department

Post Name: Microbiologist (Food Laboratory and Drug Laboratory)

Total Vacancies: 2

Application Mode: Online

Official Website: www.psc.cgg.gov.in

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

A total of 2 vacancies have been announced for the post of Microbiologist. The vacancies are distributed as follows:

Reservation for local residents of Chhattisgarh, including women and persons with disabilities, will be as per government rules.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must meet the following educational and experience requirements to be eligible for the Microbiologist posts.

Candidates must possess the prescribed qualifications for appointment as a Food Analyst under the Food Safety and Standards Rules, 2011. Additionally, they should have five years of experience as a Food Analyst or five years of experience in food testing in a recognized laboratory. Alternatively, an M.Sc. in Microbiology with five years of experience in food testing in a recognized laboratory is also accepted.

Candidates must possess the prescribed qualifications for appointment as a Government Analyst under the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945. They should also have five years of experience as a Government Analyst or five years of experience in drug testing in a recognized laboratory. Alternatively, an M.Sc. in Microbiology with five years of experience in drug testing in a recognized laboratory is also accepted.

Note: For detailed eligibility for appointment as Food Analyst and Government Analyst, refer to Appendix-I in the official notification.

Not specified in the official notification.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay the examination fee and portal fee through online mode. Details regarding the fee amount are not specified in the provided text. Bank drafts or checks will not be accepted.

Salary / Pay Scale

The selected candidates will be placed in the Pay Matrix Level-12. The pay scale is Rs. 56,100 - 177,500 per month. In addition to the basic pay, Dearness Allowance and other allowances as per Chhattisgarh government orders will be admissible.

Selection Process

The selection process for these posts will be subject to the final orders of the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in SLP(C) No. 19668/2022 and the final decision in Writ Petition No. WPS 4723/2015 and WPS 1995/2017 filed in the Hon'ble High Court. The CGPSC will conduct scrutiny of applications and may conduct a written examination or interview based on the number of applications received. Final selection will be based on the merit determined through the selection process.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website of the Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission. Applications sent manually or by post will not be accepted.

1. Visit the official CGPSC website: www.psc.cgg.gov.in.
2. Find the link for the Microbiologist recruitment and click on it.
3. Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
4. Upload necessary documents as specified.
5. Pay the application fee and portal fee online.
6. Submit the application form before the last date.

Documents Required

Candidates are advised to keep the following documents ready for verification, though the specific list is not detailed in the provided text:

• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Experience certificates.
• Caste certificate (if applicable).
• Domicile certificate (for Chhattisgarh residents).
• Identity proof.
• Passport-sized photographs and signature.
• Other relevant documents as mentioned in the official notification.

Important Instructions

• Applications will only be accepted online and within the specified dates.
• Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
• The application is provisional until the eligibility is verified by the Commission.
• Any errors in the online application can be corrected during the specified correction window. A paid correction facility is also available.
• Candidates applying from outside Chhattisgarh state will be considered under the unreserved category.
• For Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates from Chhattisgarh, the non-creamy layer status is mandatory, and an income certificate issued within the last 3 years from the interview date is required.
• The number of vacancies may change based on revised requisitions from the department.

Important Links

• Official Website: Click Here
• Notification PDF: Click Here

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