The SSC Scientific Assistant exam is conducted by the Staff Selection Commission to recruit Scientific Assistants for the India Meteorological Department (IMD) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences. It is an excellent opportunity for science and engineering graduates who want a technical central government role. This complete guide covers the SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 notification, eligibility, important dates, selection process, exam pattern and detailed syllabus.

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Introduction

The SSC Scientific Assistant (IMD) exam recruits candidates for scientific and technical roles in the India Meteorological Department, involving weather observation, data analysis, instrumentation and related work. Selected candidates get a Group B non-gazetted post with strong career prospects in the field of meteorology and earth sciences.

Quick Overview

Exam Name SSC Scientific Assistant (IMD)
Conducting Body Staff Selection Commission (SSC)
Post Scientific Assistant (Group B)
Department India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Qualification Diploma/Degree in relevant Science/Engineering stream
Selection Stages Computer Based Examination, Document Verification
Job Location All India
Category Central Government Technical Job

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Important Dates

The dates below are indicative. Candidates must confirm the exact schedule from the official SSC notification when released.
Event Tentative Date
Notification Release To be announced
Online Application Starts As per notification
Last Date to Apply As per notification
Computer Based Exam As per notification
Document Verification After CBE result
Final Result As per notification

Application Fee

Category Fee
General / OBC / EWS ₹100
SC / ST / PwD / Ex-Servicemen Exempted (₹0)
All Female Candidates Exempted (₹0)

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Scientific Assistant (IMD) Bachelor’s Degree in Science (with Physics as one of the subjects) OR a Diploma in Engineering in Electronics & Telecommunication / Electronics / Computer Science / Electrical / Radio / Instrumentation, from a recognized institution (as specified in the notification).

Age Limit

Post Age Limit
Scientific Assistant Up to 30 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules: OBC +3 years, SC/ST +5 years, PwD as applicable, and additional relaxation for departmental candidates and Ex-Servicemen as per norms.

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Selection Process

1
Computer Based Examination (CBE): A single objective online test covering general subjects and technical Part-II (Physics/Computer/Electronics/Electrical).
2
Document Verification (DV): Verification of academic and eligibility documents.
3
Final Merit List: Prepared on the basis of marks obtained in the CBE, subject to document verification.

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Examination has two parts. Part I covers general subjects and Part II is the technical/domain paper. There is negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.

Part Subject Questions Marks
Part I General Intelligence & Reasoning 25 25
Part I Quantitative Aptitude 25 25
Part I English Language & Comprehension 25 25
Part I General Awareness 25 25
Part II Physics / Computer Science & IT / Electronics & Telecom (as opted) 100 100
Total — 200 200
Total Duration: 2 hours. Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer. Candidates choose the Part II domain paper as per their qualification.

SSC Scientific Assistant 2026 Detailed Syllabus

🧠 General Intelligence & Reasoning

  • Analogies
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Series
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction Sense
  • Classification
  • Non-Verbal Reasoning
  • Logical Reasoning

🔢 Quantitative Aptitude

  • Number System
  • Percentage
  • Ratio & Proportion
  • Average
  • Profit & Loss
  • Time & Work
  • Mensuration
  • Data Interpretation

📘 English Language

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grammar
  • Vocabulary
  • Synonyms & Antonyms
  • Error Spotting
  • Sentence Improvement
  • Fill in the Blanks
  • Idioms & Phrases

🌍 General Awareness

  • Current Affairs
  • History
  • Geography
  • Polity
  • General Science
  • Economy
  • Static GK
  • Important Days

⚛️ Part II: Physics

  • Mechanics
  • Thermodynamics
  • Optics
  • Electricity & Magnetism
  • Modern Physics
  • Waves
  • Electronics Basics
  • Atmospheric Physics

💻 Part II: Computer Science / Electronics

  • Programming Basics
  • Data Structures
  • Operating Systems
  • Networking
  • Digital Electronics
  • Microprocessors
  • Communication Systems
  • DBMS Basics

Best Preparation Strategy

📅 Build a Study Plan

  • Balance general & technical parts
  • Focus on your chosen Part II
  • Revise core concepts
  • Set weekly targets

📝 Practice & Mock Tests

  • Solve previous papers
  • Attempt full-length mocks
  • Analyse mistakes
  • Improve speed & accuracy

⚙️ Technical Focus

  • Strengthen fundamentals
  • Practise numerical problems
  • Revise formulas
  • Cover applied concepts

Important Books

Subject Recommended Focus
Reasoning Verbal & non-verbal reasoning practice
Quantitative Aptitude Arithmetic and shortcuts
English Grammar & vocabulary guides
Technical (Part II) Standard degree/diploma-level textbooks for the chosen stream

Official Website

For the official notification, application form and authentic updates, always visit the official Staff Selection Commission (SSC) website: https://ssc.gov.in

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