JIPMER Puducherry Project Posts Recruitment 2026
The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has released a recruitment notification for Project Technical Support and Fieldworker positions. These posts are on a contract basis for a research project funded by ICMR.
A total of 5 vacancies are available. Interested and eligible candidates must submit their applications by email before the deadline of 17 August 2026.
Recruitment Overview
| Recruitment Body | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) |
| Post Names | Project Technical Support - III, Project Technical Support - I / Fieldworker |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Application Mode | Email |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 August 2026 (up to 4:00 PM) |
| Salary | Up to Rs. 33,040/- per month + TA |
| Job Location | Puducherry/Karaikal |
| Official Website | jipmer.edu.in |
Vacancy Details
JIPMER has announced vacancies for the following project posts:
- Project Technical Support - III: 1 Post
- Project Technical Support - I / Fieldworker: 4 Posts
The total number of posts is 5. These positions are for a likely duration of 7 months.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the specific educational qualifications and age limits for each post as mentioned below:
1. Project Technical Support - III - Educational Qualification: Master's in Public Health / Public health Nursing / MSc in Public health Nursing / MSW with relevant research experience.
- Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in community-level projects or work.
- Other Skills: Proficient in MS office, excellent communication skills in Tamil & English, must have a smartphone, and a two-wheeler with a valid Driving License (DL).
- Age Limit: Up to 33 years as on the last date of application.
2. Project Technical Support - I / Fieldworker - Educational Qualification: B.Sc. Nursing / M.Sc. Nursing / Masters in Social Work (MSW) / General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) / Auxiliary Nurse and Midwife (ANM) / B.Sc. MLT.
- Other Skills: Good communication skills in Tamil & English, must have a smartphone, and a two-wheeler with a valid Driving License (DL).
- Age Limit: Up to 30 years as on the last date of application.
Age Relaxation An age relaxation of +2 years is applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per government rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
The consolidated remuneration for the selected candidates will be:
- Project Technical Support - III: Rs. 33,040/- per month + TA (Travel Allowance).
- Project Technical Support - I / Fieldworker: Rs. 21,240/- per month + TA (Travel Allowance).
No other allowances are payable. The consolidated salary may vary from time to time.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Last Date for Sending Applications by Email | 17 August 2026 (up to 4:00 PM) |
Application Fee
The official notification does not specify any application fee for these posts.
Selection Process
The selection process for JIPMER Project Technical Support and Fieldworker posts involves the following stages:
- Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the details provided in their application form, CV, and supporting documents.
- Written Test and/or Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and/or an interview. The decision of the Project Investigator will be final.
The written test may cover topics such as clinical trials, clinical research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP) fundamentals, data entry skills, and proficiency in basic Excel and MS Word. The interview will assess knowledge in subjects, patient counseling, research methods, statistical analysis, understanding of clinical research and GCP principles, communication skills, and aptitude for the role.
How to Apply
Eligible and interested candidates must apply by email. Follow these steps:
- Download the prescribed application form from the official notification PDF.
- Fill out the application form completely and accurately.
- Prepare your updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Scan the filled application form, your CV, and all necessary supporting documents (educational certificates, experience letters, age proof, caste certificate if applicable, driving license, etc.) into a single PDF file.
- Name the PDF file using the format: "Candidate name_Post-name_year_application". For example, "James_DEO_2026_application".
- Send this single PDF file as an attachment to the designated email ID. The Email ID for application is not specified in the official notification. Please refer to the full official advertisement for this detail.
- In the subject line of your email, clearly mention the name of the post you are applying for.
- If you wish to apply for more than one post, you must fill out a separate application form for each post and send them in separate emails with all required enclosures.
Documents Required
Applicants need to submit the following documents along with their application form and CV:
- Filled application form (in the prescribed format).
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Educational qualification certificates (from matriculation onwards).
- Experience certificates (if applicable).
- Age proof.
- Caste certificate (for SC/ST/OBC candidates, if claiming age relaxation).
- Valid Driving License (DL) for two-wheeler.
- Any other relevant supporting documents.
All these documents must be scanned into a single PDF file for email submission.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Ensure your application is in the prescribed format. Applications not following the format will be rejected.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be informed and called for the written test and/or interview.
- No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the selection process.
- These positions are purely on a contract basis for an externally sponsored project. Selected candidates will have no claim to any regular post in JIPMER.
- The duration of engagement is for the project period and may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Project Investigator.
- Ensure you provide a valid email ID and mobile number in your application.
- Providing wrong or false information will lead to disqualification.
- Interviews may be conducted in person or via video conferencing. Candidates are responsible for ensuring they have the necessary device and internet connection for video interviews.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some common questions about the JIPMER Recruitment 2026:
- Q1: What posts are available in JIPMER Recruitment 2026?
A1: JIPMER is recruiting for Project Technical Support - III and Project Technical Support - I / Fieldworker posts. - Q2: What is the last date to apply for these JIPMER project posts?
A2: The last date to send applications by email is 17 August 2026, up to 4:00 PM. - Q3: How many total vacancies are announced?
A3: There are a total of 5 vacancies across both posts. - Q4: What is the salary for Project Technical Support - III?
A4: The Project Technical Support - III post offers a consolidated remuneration of Rs. 33,040/- per month plus Travel Allowance (TA). - Q5: How can I apply for these JIPMER contract jobs?
A5: You need to fill the prescribed application form, prepare your CV, scan all documents into a single PDF, and email it to the specified email ID (which is not provided in the given notification snippet). Remember to mention the post name in the email subject. - Q6: Is there an application fee for JIPMER Project posts?
A6: The official notification does not mention any application fee.