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Central Government Job Notifications 2025 - Recruitment Rules

Central Government Job Notifications 2025 - Recruitment Rules

🏛️ Central Government Job Notifications 2025

Recruitment Rules for Publication Production Officer & Plant Chemist Positions

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📋 Overview

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has released two important gazette notifications dated November 6, 2025, for recruitment to specialized positions in the Zoological Survey of India and Botanical Survey of India. These notifications outline the complete recruitment framework including eligibility criteria, age limits, qualifications, and appointment procedures. Central government employees looking for career advancement or new employment opportunities should familiarize themselves with these recruitment rules.

ℹ️ Important Notice: These notifications come into force on the date of publication in the Official Gazette. Interested candidates should regularly monitor official government employment portals for application dates and procedures.

Notification 1: Publication Production Officer – Zoological Survey of India

Position Details

Post Name: Publication Production Officer
Organization: Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)
Ministry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Gazette Reference: CG-DL-E-11112025-267550

Classification and Pay Scale

  • Service Classification: General Central Service, Group 'A', Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
  • Pay Level: Level-11 in Pay Matrix (₹67,700 – ₹2,08,700)
  • Number of Posts: 1 (2025) - Subject to variation based on workload

Eligibility Criteria for Direct Recruitment

Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: Not exceeding 40 years
  • Relaxation: Relaxable for government servants up to 5 years as per Central Government instructions
  • Crucial Date: As advertised by the Union Public Service Commission

Essential Qualifications (Any One)

Option A:
  • Bachelor's degree in Printing Technology from a recognized university or institute; AND
  • Five years' experience in printing technology
Option B:
  • Diploma in Printing Technology from a recognized university or institute; AND
  • Eight years' experience in printing technology

Desirable Qualifications

Two years' experience in estimation and sale of books

Deputation Eligibility

Officers from Central Government, State Governments, Union territory administrations, autonomous bodies, or statutory organizations who meet the following criteria:

  • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in parent cadre or department; OR
  • Five years' regular service in Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) or equivalent in parent cadre or department
  • Possessing the qualifications and experience prescribed for direct recruitment
Age Limit for Deputation: Not exceeding 56 years as on the closing date of application receipt
Deputation Period: Ordinarily not exceeding three years (including any previous deputation period)

Probation and Training

  • Probation Period: Two years
  • Mandatory Training: Minimum two weeks' induction training for successful completion of probation (as prescribed by Central Government)

UPSC Consultation

Consultation with the Union Public Service Commission is necessary in each case of appointment of officers through direct recruitment.

Notification 2: Plant Chemist – Botanical Survey of India

Position Details

Post Name: Plant Chemist
Organization: Botanical Survey of India (BSI)
Ministry: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Gazette Reference: CG-DL-E-11112025-267549

Classification and Pay Scale

  • Service Classification: General Central Service, Group 'B', Gazetted, Non-Ministerial
  • Pay Level: Level-7 in Pay Matrix (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400)
  • Number of Posts: 1 (2025) - Subject to variation based on workload

Recruitment Method

Primary Method: 100% by Promotion from Technical Assistants
Secondary Method: By Deputation (if promotion fails)
Direct Recruitment: Not applicable for this position

Promotion Eligibility

Technical Assistants must meet ALL the following criteria:

  • Five years' regular service in Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) of the pay matrix after appointment thereto on a regular basis
  • Successfully completed two weeks' training in the relevant field as prescribed by the competent authority

Deputation Eligibility (If Promotion Fails)

Officers from Central Government, State Governments, or Union territory administrations with:

  • Holding an analogous post on a regular basis in parent cadre or department; OR
  • Five years' regular service in Level-6 (₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400) or equivalent in parent cadre or department
  • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry or Biochemistry from a recognized university or institute
  • Three years' research experience in plant chemistry
Age Limit for Deputation: Not exceeding 56 years
Deputation Period: Ordinarily not exceeding three years

Important Note

Departmental officers in the feeder category who are in the direct line of promotion will NOT be eligible for consideration for appointment on deputation. Similarly, deputationists will NOT be eligible for consideration for appointment by promotion.

UPSC Consultation

Consultation with the Union Public Service Commission is NOT necessary for this position.

Key Information for Central Government Employees

Career Advancement Opportunities

Publication Production Officer:
✓ Group 'A' senior management position
✓ Enhanced pay and benefits
✓ Gazetted status
Plant Chemist:
✓ Specialized technical position
✓ Research and development scope
✓ Environmental science career path

Relaxation and Concessions Available

The recruitment process maintains provisions for:

  • Scheduled Castes (SC): Age relaxation and qualifying criteria relaxation
  • Scheduled Tribes (ST): Similar relaxations and concessions
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC): As per Government of India guidelines
  • Ex-Servicemen: Age limit and other relaxations as applicable
  • Persons with Disabilities (PWD): As per statutory requirements

Disqualifications

Persons will NOT be eligible for appointment if they have:

  • Entered into or contracted marriage with a person having a spouse living; OR
  • Having a spouse living, entered into or contracted marriage with any person

Exception: Central Government may exempt if satisfied that the marriage is permissible under applicable personal law.


Next Steps for Interested Candidates

How to Apply:
  1. Monitor official government employment portals (UPSC, employment-news.gov.in)
  2. Check the eGazette regularly for detailed notifications and application procedures
  3. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying
  4. Prepare relevant educational certificates and experience documents
  5. Submit application before the announced deadline

Summary

These two recruitment notifications from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change represent significant career opportunities for central government employees and other eligible candidates. The Publication Production Officer position offers Group 'A' advancement, while the Plant Chemist position provides specialized career growth in botanical research.

Key Takeaways:

  • Publication Production Officer: Gazetted Group 'A' position with higher pay matrix
  • Plant Chemist: Specialized Group 'B' position with 100% promotion-based recruitment
  • Both positions allow deputation if primary recruitment method fails
  • UPSC consultation required for Publication Production Officer
  • Reserved vacancies available for SC/ST/OBC/Ex-Servicemen
📌 Stay Updated: Visit the official eGazette website regularly and check with your organization's HR department for application dates and procedures. For more information on central government employee benefits and policies, refer to authoritative government sources.

Source: Gazette of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

Date Published: November 10, 2025 (Issued November 6, 2025)

This article is based on official government notifications. For complete details, refer to the original gazette notifications.

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