Eligibility
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Education | - Project Research Scientist-III (Medical/Non-Medical): MBBS/BVSc./BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc./MDS/MPH), including integrated PG degrees with three years' post qualification experience OR MBBS/BVSc./BDS With MPH/PHD with three years' post qualification experience OR Post Graduate Degree, including integrated PG degrees, with five years' experience post qualification experience OR PhD + two years post qualification experience.
- Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical): MBBS/BVSc/BDS with three years post qualification experience OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc./MDS/MPH) or any equivalent degree, including integrated PG Degrees OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD OR Post Graduate Degree, including integrated PG Degrees, with three years post qualification experience OR PHD.
- Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical): Post Graduate Degree, including integrated PG Degrees, with three years post qualification experience OR PHD.
- Lab Technician (PTS-II): 12th in Science + Diploma (MLT/DMLT/Engineering or equivalent) + Five Years' Experience in relevant Subject/field OR Three years Graduate degree in relevant subject/field + two year experience in relevant subject OR Candidates possessing a Post-Graduate (PG) degree in the relevant discipline shall be deemed full eligible.
- Data Entry Operator: Intermediate or 12th Pass in science stream from recognized board with DOEACC 'A' level from a recognized institute and / or 2 Years' experience in EDP work in Government, Autonomous, PSU or any other recognized organization. A Speed test of not less than 15000 key depressions per hours through speed test on computer.
- Project Research Scientist-II (Medical): MBBS/BVSc/BDS with three years post qualification experience OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc./MDS/MPH) or any equivalent degree, including integrated PG Degrees OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD.
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Social Science): Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree in relevant subject.
- Project Technical Support – I: 10th + Diploma (MLT/DMLT/IT or equivalent) + two years' Experience in relevant Subject/field OR Three years Graduate degree in relevant subject/field + one year experience in relevant subject OR Candidates possessing a Post-Graduate (PG) degree in the relevant discipline shall be deemed full eligible.
- Field Worker (Project Technical Support – II): 12th in Science + Diploma (MLT/DMLT/Engineering or equivalent) + Five Years' Experience in relevant subject/field OR Three years Graduate degree in relevant subject/field + two year experience in relevant subject OR Candidates possessing a Post-Graduate (PG) degree in the relevant discipline shall be deemed full eligible.
- Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin): Graduate in any discipline with 2 years' experience in administrative work.
- Project Technical Support – III (Project Associate-I): Three years graduate degree in relevant subject /field + three Years post qualification experience OR PG in relevant subject /field.
- Project Associate-I: As per ANRF Guidelines - Four years Bachelor's Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/ Master Degree in Natural or Agricultural Sciences/ BVSc./B. Pharm or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology or Medicine or Form a recognized University or equivalent.
- Project Technical Support – III (Project Assistant I): Three years graduate degree in relevant subject /field + three Years post qualification experience OR PG in relevant subject /field.
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| Nationality | As per official notification |
| Final Year Candidates | As per official notification |
| Additional | Relevant experience as specified for each post. |
Age Limit
| Post/Category | Age Limit |
| All Posts | As per DoPT, GoI rules for reserved categories |
The cutoff date for age calculation is as per the official notification.
Age Relaxation Age relaxation will be applicable as per DoPT, GoI rules for reserved categories.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
| All Categories | As per official notification |
Selection Process
The selection for these contractual project posts will be primarily based on a walk-in interview. | Stage | Process |
| Stage 1 | Walk-in Interview |
| Stage 2 | Document Verification (as part of interview process) |
| Further Stages | As per official notification |
Salary
The salary for the selected candidates will be as per the details below: | Post Name | Pay Scale |
| Project Research Scientist-III (Medical/Non-Medical) | 78000/- + HRA 20% |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical) | 67000/- + HRA 20% |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | 67000/- + HRA 20% |
| Lab Technician (PTS-II) | Rs.20000/- + 20% HRA |
| Data Entry Operator | 20000/- pm |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) | 67000/- + HRA 20% |
| Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Social Science) | Rs.56000 + 20% HRA |
| Project Technical Support – I | Rs.180 |
| Other Posts | As per official notification |
Documents Required
Candidates attending the walk-in interview must bring the following documents: - Recent Passport-size Photographs
- Identity Proof (Aadhar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, Driving License)
- Educational Qualification Certificates (Originals and self-attested photocopies)
- Experience Certificates (if applicable, Originals and self-attested photocopies)
- Caste/Category Certificate (if applicable, Originals and self-attested photocopies)
- Any other relevant documents as specified in the official notification
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 should follow these steps for the walk-in interview: - Download and carefully read the official ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 notification PDF from the provided link.
- Verify your eligibility for the desired post(s) as per the educational qualifications, age limit, and experience mentioned in the notification.
- Prepare all required original documents along with self-attested photocopies of each.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 29 July 2026 at the venue specified in the official notification.
- Ensure you arrive at the venue well in advance of the scheduled time.
FAQs
Q1. How many vacancies are available in ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026?
Ans: A total of 19 vacancies have been announced for various contractual project posts in the ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 is 29 July 2026, which is the scheduled date for the walk-in interview.
Q3. What are the educational qualifications required for these posts?
Ans: The required qualifications vary by post, ranging from 10th pass with Diploma, 12th pass, Graduate, Post Graduate Degree, to MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PG/PhD, along with relevant experience.
Q4. What is the age limit for ICMR NITHR posts?
Ans: The age limit for all posts is as per DoPT, Government of India rules for reserved categories.
Q5. What is the selection process for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The selection process for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a walk-in interview.
Q6. What is the salary for Project Research Scientist-III (Medical/Non-Medical)?
Ans: The salary for Project Research Scientist-III (Medical/Non-Medical) is Rs. 78000/- + HRA 20%.