The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), under the Government of NCT of Delhi, has launched a deputation-based recruitment drive (including short-term contract appointments) for a range of technical and scientific positions. A total of 26 vacancies are now open for eligible officers and officials currently serving in Central/State Governments, Autonomous Bodies, Statutory Bodies, or Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).
Key Position & Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 26 (by deputation / deputation including short-term contract)
Engagement Duration: Typically for 3 years, on deputation terms with possible extension
Vacancies by Post (semi-tentative):
| Sl. No. | Position | Pay Level (7th Pay Matrix) | No. of Posts |
| 1 | Additional Director (Scientific) | Level-13 (approx. ₹1,23,100–2,15,900) | 1 |
| 2 | Senior Scientist L‑I (Scientist‑C) | Level‑11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) | 2 |
| 3 | Senior Environmental Engineer | Level‑12 (₹78,800–2,09,200) | 1 |
| 4 | Environmental Engineer | Level‑11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) | 17 |
| 5 | Programmer | Level‑10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) | 1 |
| 6 | Scientific Assistant | Level‑6 (₹35,400–1,12,400) | 2 |
| 7 | Senior Lab Assistant | Level‑4 (₹25,500–81,100) | 2 (some sources list 1; collectively ≈ 2) |
| — | System Analyst (by deputation including short‑term contract) | Level‑11 (₹67,700–2,08,700) | 1 |
| Total | ≈ 26 |
These pay scales, aligned with the 7th Central Pay Commission, include basic pay plus standard allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House‑Rent Allowance (HRA in Delhi level ~30%), Transport, Medical, etc.
Eligibility & Career Profile
Who Can Apply:
- Officers/officials working in Central or State Government, Autonomous Bodies, Statutory Bodies, PSUs, or Union Territories
- Relevant educational qualifications and experience required for each specific post (e.g. environmental engineering, science disciplines, computer science for Programmer/System Analyst, laboratory experience, etc.)
Maximum Age Limit: Generally up to 56 years at the time of application
Application Phases & Deadline Schedule
Phase I Deadline: 15 August 2025
Phase II Deadline: 31 August 2025
Phase III Deadline: 15 September 2025
Applications must be routed through proper channel in the prescribed format to:
Administrative Officer, DPCC
5th Floor, ISBT Building, Kashmere Gate, Delhi – 110006
Additional updates and details will be communicated via official DPCC notifications.
Recruitment Highlights & Context
- Recent Vacancy Trends: As of May 2025, Delhi Govt reported DPCC’s vacancies reduced to 34%, with 83 positions filled since mid-2024, bringing total strength to 223 out of 344 sanctioned posts. Efforts are underway to further reduce vacancies to 25% by June 2025. The Supreme Court has directed all vacancies to be filled by September 2025.
- Critical Importance: These technical and scientific roles are essential for pollution monitoring, air/water quality testing, site inspections, laboratory analysis, and real-time data evaluation.
Compensation Structure
Employees appointed on deputation are entitled to:
Basic pay at the relevant pay level
- Allowances: DA (currently ~53% of basic), HRA (~30% in Delhi), Transport, Medical facilities, and other applicable perks With Level‑11 or Level‑13 posts offering total emoluments comparable to senior-scientific roles in government, candidates can expect gross monthly salary ranging from ₹1.2 lakh up to ₹2+ lakh (depending on level and allowances).
Summary
This DPCC recruitment drive presents a significant opportunity for experienced officers in environmental science, engineering, data analysis, laboratory work, and information systems to contribute to Delhi’s pollution control mission. The posts offer solid compensation, structured deputation terms, and career reinforcement in regulatory and scientific domains.