About Job
The esteemed Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), operating under the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, is inviting applications for the crucial position of Chief Chemist (Level-13). This vacancy is intended to be filled up by deputation, which may include a short-term contract arrangement. The selected Chief Chemist will spearhead the chemical discipline, overseeing the planning, coordination, and monitoring of complex laboratory operations concerning the analysis of rocks, ores, minerals, and environmental samples. This is a senior role demanding extensive experience in analytical chemistry within a recognized research environment.
Table of Contents
- Job Summary
- Details of Position
- Eligibility Details
- Application Details
- Important Conditions
- Important Links
Job Summary
Organization: Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), Ministry of Mines, Government of India
Job Title: Chief Chemist (Level-13)
Nature of Appointment: Deputation including short term contract.
Last Date to Apply: 24 April 2026 (Calculated as 60 days from publication date 24/02/2026).
Details of Position
The Chief Chemist functions as the head of the Chemical discipline. Key responsibilities include:
- Planning, coordination, and monitoring the work of chemical laboratories for analysis of rocks, ores, minerals, beneficiation products, and environmental samples.
- Supervision of analytical work and the functioning of chemical laboratories.
- Guiding subordinates in analytical work and result interpretation.
- Monitoring requirements for instruments, chemicals, glassware, spares, and ensuring maintenance/repair for smooth laboratory functioning.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Vacancy | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Chemist | Level-13 (Rs. 123100 - 215900) | One post | Nagpur (HQ) |
Eligibility Details
Candidates considered for appointment on deputation/short-term contract must be officers serving under the Central Government, State Governments, UTs, PSUs, recognized research institutions, Universities, or Semi Government/Statutory/Autonomous Organizations.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience/Post Holding: Must satisfy one of the following conditions:
- Holding analogous posts on a regular basis in the parent cadre or department; OR
- With five years of service in the grade rendered after appointment thereto on a regular basis in Level-12 (Pay Matrix Rs.78800 – 209200) or equivalent in the parent cadre or Department.
- Educational Qualification: Master's degree in Chemistry from a recognized University or Institution.
- Experience: Twelve years' experience in chemical analysis of ores and minerals in a laboratory recognized as a Research Laboratory by CSIR or DST or any other such government organization carrying out chemical analysis of ores and minerals.
Desirable Qualification:
- Doctorate degree in Chemistry from a recognized University.
Maximum Age Limit: Not exceeding fifty-six years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.
Application Details
Application Deadline: 60 days from the date of advertisement publication, thus by 24 April 2026.
Application Method: Applications must be sent through the proper channel addressed to:
The Controller of Mines (P&C), 2nd Floor, Indian Bureau of Mines, Indira Bhavan, Civil Lines, Nagpur - 440 001.
Required Documents: Applications must be in triplicate (bio-data proforma - Annexure I) and must be accompanied by:
- Up-to-date Confidential Reports/Dossiers for the preceding 5 years.
- Integrity Certificate.
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate.
- No Penalty Certificate for the preceding 10 years.
Advance copies sent directly will not be entertained if not accompanied by all required certificates/enclosures.
Important Conditions
- The period of deputation will initially be for 03 years, subject to extension based on departmental requirement and NOC from the parent department.
- Departmental officers in the feeder grade who are in the direct line of promotion are not eligible for deputation consideration.
- The period of deputation in another Ex-cadre post should ordinarily not exceed five years.
- Candidates who apply cannot withdraw their candidature subsequently.
- Officers on deputation must forward applications through their parent cadre/Department along with Cadre Clearance, Vigilance Clearance, and Integrity Certificate.
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