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103. Roll of scientific advisers.—

(1) The Controller shall maintain a roll of scientific advisers for the purpose of section 115. The roll shall be updated annually. The roll shall contain the names, addresses, specimen signatures and photographs of scientific advisers, their designations, information regarding their educational qualifications, the disciplines of their specialisation and their technical, practical and research experience.

(2)  A person shall be qualified to have his name entered in the roll of scientific advisers, if he—

(i) holds a degree in science, engineering or technology or equivalent;

(ii) has at least fifteen years' technical, practical or research experience; and (substitutes "has at least fifteen years' practical or research experience" by 2016 amendment)

(iii) he holds or has held a responsible post in a scientific or technical department of the Central or State Government or in any organisation.