SETS Chennai Recruitment 2026 For 4 Scientist E & F Posts

Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS), an autonomous body under the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, has released Advertisement No. SETS/Chn/Rec/2025-26/47 & 48 for recruitment of Scientist-E and Scientist-F posts. A total of 4 vacancies have been announced, with 2 posts each for Scientist-E and Scientist-F in the domain of Information Security including Cryptology, Hardware Security, and Quantum Security. Candidates with B.E./B.Tech. or Master’s Degree in relevant disciplines along with significant R&D experience in Cyber Security and Cryptography are eligible to apply. The recruitment will be conducted through Direct Recruitment and Deputation modes, and the selection process includes Screening, Written Test (if applicable), and/or Interview. Interested candidates must submit their online applications before 06 April 2026.

Name of OrganizationSociety for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS), Chennai
Post NameScientist-E, Scientist-F
EducationB.E./B.Tech. in Electronics & Communication / Computer Science / IT / Information Systems OR Master’s Degree in Computer Science / Mathematics / Statistics with minimum 60% marks. Higher qualifications desirable.
Total Vacancies4 Posts
SalaryScientist-F: Level-13A (₹1,31,100 – ₹2,16,600) Scientist-E: Level-13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900)
Age LimitDirect: 50 Years (Sci-F), 45 Years (Sci-E) Deputation: 56 Years
Application Fee₹700/- (Gen/OBC), SC/ST/PwD/Female – Exempted
Selection ProcessScreening + Written Test (if required) + Interview
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu
Last Date To Apply06 April 2026 (06:00 PM)

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Scientist-F2B.E./B.Tech. or Master’s Degree with 60% marks + 16 years R&D experience in Cryptography/Cyber Security
Scientist-E2B.E./B.Tech. or Master’s Degree with 60% marks + 12 years R&D experience in Cryptography/Cyber Security

How To Apply

  1. Visit the official SETS website at www.setsindia.in and open the Careers section.
  2. Download and read the detailed advertisement carefully to verify eligibility.
  3. Prepare scanned copies of Personal Particulars Form (PPF), academic certificates, experience documents, and other required proofs.
  4. Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and keep the UTR number and payment confirmation.
  5. Fill out the online application form carefully and upload all required documents.
  6. Submit the completed application form before 06 April 2026 (06:00 PM).
  7. Candidates working in Government/PSU/Autonomous Bodies must ensure they obtain and submit a valid No Objection Certificate (NOC) through proper channel.

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