The Central Silk Board (CSB), a statutory body under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has announced recruitment for various technical and administrative positions for 2026. The primary opening currently highlighted is for Scientist-B (Post-Cocoon Sector), alongside other upcoming Group A, B, and C vacancies.
The Central Silk Board (CSB), a statutory body under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, has released detailed advertisement No. CSB/02/2024 for the recruitment of Scientist-B (Post-Cocoon Sector). This is a Group ‘A’ Gazetted post with All India Service Liability, meaning selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.
Total Posts: 28
Reservations: Includes specific allocations for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and UR categories. One post each is reserved for Hearing Handicapped (HH) and other PwBD categories.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need a B.E. or B.Tech in Textile Technology and a valid GATE 2025 score in Textile Engineering & Fiber Science (TF).
Age Limits and Relaxations
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of February 18, 2026, with relaxations for reserved categories.
Salary and Benefits
The pay is at Level-10 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500, plus allowances.
Selection Process
Shortlisting is based on GATE 2025 scores, followed by a personal interview.
Important Dates
The detailed advertisement was released in January 2026. Online applications opened January 19, 2026, and close February 18, 2026.
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Application Instructions
Apply through the CSB website’s “Job Opportunities” section. The process involves online registration, providing GATE 2025 details, uploading documents, and paying a fee of ₹1,000 for General/EWS/OBC candidates (exemptions apply).