ICMR Scientist Recruitment 2026 – 8 Posts Apply
ICMR-NIE Chennai invites online applications for 8 Scientist posts; last date 26 November 2026
- Organisation
- ICMR
- Exam
- ICMR Scientist Recruitment
- Total posts
- 8
- Place of posting
- Chennai
- Minimum qualification
- Graduate
- Category
- Central Govt
- Last date to apply
- November 26, 202616 days left
- Published
- November 9, 2026 at 02:12 PM
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has invited online applications for 8 scientific posts at ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai. The posts are Scientist-D, Scientist-C and Scientist-B, filled by direct recruitment with all India transfer liability. The last date to apply is 26 November 2026, till 5:30 PM. Eligibility, age limits and fee details are given below.
Important Dates
- Last date for receipt of applications: 26 November 2026, till 5:30 PM
- Online applications: through the official website
Vacancy Details
| Post | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist-D (Medical) | 1 | Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200) |
| Scientist-D (Non-Medical) | 1 | Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200) |
| Scientist-C (Medical) | 1 | Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700) |
| Scientist-C (Medical) (Microbiology) | 1 | Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700) |
| Scientist-B (Medical) | 2 (UR-1, SC-1) | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100-1,77,500) |
| Scientist-B (Non-Medical) (Disease modeling) | 1 (UR-1) | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100-1,77,500) |
| Scientist-B (Veterinary) | 1 (EWS-1) | Level-10 (Rs. 56,100-1,77,500) |
| Total | 8 |
Eligibility
- Scientist-D (Medical) and Scientist-C (Medical) need an MBBS or equivalent degree recognised by MCI/NMC.
- Scientist-D (Non-Medical) needs a Masters degree in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences, or a Pharm-D degree recognised by UGC/PCI.
- Scientist-B (Veterinary) needs a B.V.Sc & AH degree recognised by VCI.
- Experience: Scientist-D needs 8 years, Scientist-C needs 4 years of experience in the field stated in the notice. Scientist-B posts need research and development experience as listed in the notice.
- Age limit: Scientist-D not exceeding 45 years, Scientist-C not exceeding 40 years, Scientist-B not exceeding 35 years. Government age relaxation rules apply.
- Selection may be by computer based test (MCQ) or interview or both.
Application Fee
- Application fee (non-refundable): Rs. 1500
- SC/ST/Women/PWD/EWS candidates are exempted from the fee.
- Fee is accepted only through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card.
Selection Process
- Selection will be based on a computer based test (MCQ) or interview or both.
- The computer based test is of qualifying nature, with a minimum of 75 percentile.
- Candidates who meet the minimum eligibility will be shortlisted.
How to Apply
- Register and fill the online application on the official website.
- Upload the required documents, photo and signature as per the instructions.
- Pay the fee online after completing the form.
- Applications received after the closing date will be liable to be rejected.
- For updates, keep checking the official website.
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