The ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research (NITHR), Jabalpur, has released a recruitment notification (Advt No. 06/2026-27) for 25 Project Research Scientist, Nurse, Technical Support, and other posts. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with qualifications ranging from 12th pass to Post Graduate/PhD in relevant subjects. Interested and eligible candidates must attend the Walk-in Interview on 05 and 06 November 2026 at the specified venue. Ensure you review the official notification for complete details before applying.
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| ICMR NITHR Walk-in Recruitment 2026 Advertisement No.: 06/2026-27 | |
| Recruitment Authority | ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Jabalpur |
| Post Name | Project Research Scientist, Consultant, Project Nurse, Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support, Project Assistant Multipurpose, Project Lab Technician |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Job Location | Madhya Pradesh (Jabalpur, Durg, Datia, Balaghat) |
| Start Date to Apply | 05 November 2026 (Walk-in Interview) |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 November 2026 (Walk-in Interview) |
| Qualification | 12th Pass, Graduate, Post Graduate, PhD (Varies by Post) |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Attend Walk-in Interview | |
Important Dates
- Notification Released: To be Notified
- Application Start: 05 November 2026 (Walk-in Interview)
- Last Date to Apply: 06 November 2026 (Walk-in Interview)
- Walk-in Interview (Sl. No. 01-07): 05 November 2026
- Walk-in Interview (Sl. No. 08-14): 06 November 2026
Application Fees
- Fee: Not Mentioned
Age Limit as on date of Walk-in-interview
- Minimum Age: Not Specified
- Maximum Age: Varies by Post (Up to 70 years)
- Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- Departmental Candidates: Up to 5 Years (as per ICMR guidelines)
Qualification Details
- Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical): MBBS/BVSc/BDS with 3 years experience OR PG Degree (MD/MVSc/MDS/MPH) OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD OR PG Degree with 3 years experience or PhD.
- Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical): PG Degree in Life Science or equivalent with 3 years experience or PhD.
- Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical): PG Degree in relevant subject.
- Consultant (Medical): MBBS/BDS degree.
- Project Nurse-IV: Degree in Nursing with 3 years experience as Staff Nurse.
- Project Nurse-III: Four year Nursing course.
- Project Field Officer: Graduate in Science/relevant subjects with 3 years experience OR PG in relevant subject.
- Project Technical Support-III: Three years graduate degree in relevant subject/field + 3 years experience OR PG in relevant subject/field.
- Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin): Graduate in any discipline with 2 years experience in administrative work.
- Project Technical Support-II: 12th pass + 2 years experience in relevant subject/field.
- Project Lab Technician-2: 12th pass + 2 years experience in relevant subject/field.
Full Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 must meet specific eligibility criteria, including educational qualifications, age limits, and desirable experience, which vary significantly by post. Review the table below for detailed requirements for each position.
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Essential Qualification | Desirable Qualification | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical) | MBBS/BVSc/BDS with 3 years post qualification experience OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS + PG Degree (MD/MVSc/MDS/MPH) OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD OR PG Degree with 3 years post qualification experience or PhD. | Doctorate or M.Tech in relevant subject, Additional Post-doctoral research/training, Knowledge of Computer Applications/Data Management, 2 years R&D/Teaching experience. | Not exceeding 40 years |
| 02 | Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | PG Degree in life science or equivalent, including integrated PG Degrees, with 3 years post qualification experience or Ph.D. | Ph.D. in Life Science or Equivalent, R&D experience in relevant subject, Knowledge of Computer Applications/Data Management. | Not exceeding 40 years |
| 03 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (i-DRONE Project) | PG Degree, including integrated PG degree in relevant subject. | Prior experience in public health research, publication, field-based data collection, data management, statistical analysis, scientific report writing, research documentation, coordination with state government authorities. Willingness to relocate. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 04 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Plasmodium Project) | PG Degree, including integrated PG degree in relevant subject. | Ph.D with experience in cloning, expression and purification of proteins & their molecular biology techniques OR Ph.D in applied chemical science. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 05 | Consultant (Medical) | MBBS/BDS degree from a recognized university. | Prior experience in Clinical Trials, public health research, field-based patient follow-ups for SCD patients, data management, scientific report writing, research documentation. | Not exceeding 70 years |
| 06 | Project Nurse-IV | Degree in Nursing from an Institute recognized by Nursing Council of India with 3 years experience as staff Nurse. | Experience in clinical nursing, community health, public health research, field-based health programmes, supervising field staff, NCD/National Health programmes, knowledge of local language and good communication skills. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 07 | Project Nurse-III | Four year Nursing course. | Experience in clinical assessments, participant interviews, field-based data collection, NCD Screening, good communication and interpersonal skills, knowledge of local language. | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 08 | Project Field Officer | Graduate in Science/relevant subjects from a recognized university with 3 years of work experience from a recognized institution OR PG in relevant subject. | Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Public Health, Community Medicine, or related discipline with experience in field surveys, community-based research, data collection, participant coordination, MS Office, data handling, documentation, communication skills, willingness to undertake extensive field visits. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 09 | Project Technical Support-III (SCD Project) | Three years graduate degree in relevant subject/field + three Years post qualification experience or PG in relevant subject/field. | Degree in Social Work/Life Science, working in Population Studies, higher qualifications, experience in rural/tribal areas, Knowledge of Computer Applications. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 10 | Project Technical Support-III (Dengue Project) | Three years graduate degree in relevant subject/field + three Years post qualification experience or PG in relevant subject/field. | Training/research job experience in Dengue Immunology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Dengue pathophysiology, work on matrix metalloproteases (MMPs), Neuroimmunology, other viral diseases diagnostic or research or related field works (At M.Sc. or PhD level). | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 11 | Project Technical Support-III (MRHRU Jheet) | Three years graduate degree in relevant subject/field + three Years post qualification experience or PG in relevant subject/field. | Experience in Public health research, knowledge of data analysis, house hold or equivalent surveys. | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 12 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | Graduate in any discipline with 2 years’ experience in administrative work. | Diploma in Office management or PGDCA, knowledge of Hindi and English typing in computer. | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 13 | Project Technical Support-II (MRHRU Jheet) | 12th pass + two Years’ Experience in relevant subject/field. | Experience in Phlebotomy, Hematology, Biochemical and molecular investigations, Knowledge of Computer applications. | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 14 | Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical Support-II) (MRHRU Datia) | 12th pass + two Years’ Experience in relevant subject/field. | DMLT, Research/fieldwork experience in different public health projects in a government, autonomous, PSU, or recognized organization, Knowledge of computer applications. | Not exceeding 30 years |
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 will receive a consolidated monthly salary as per the project norms. The pay scale varies significantly based on the post and experience, as detailed in the table below.
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Consolidated Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical) | Rs. 67,000/- + HRA 20% as Admissible p.m. |
| 02 | Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | Rs. 67,000/- + HRA as Admissible p.m. |
| 03 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (i-DRONE Project) | Rs. 56,000/- + HRA p.m. |
| 04 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Plasmodium Project) | Rs. 56,000/- + 20% HRA p.m. |
| 05 | Consultant (Medical) | Rs. 64,000/- p.m. |
| 06 | Project Nurse-IV | Rs. 40,000/- + HRA p.m. |
| 07 | Project Nurse-III | Rs. 28,000/- + HRA p.m. |
| 08 | Project Field Officer | Rs. 28,933/- p.m. |
| 09 | Project Technical Support-III (SCD Project) | Rs. 28,000/- + 20% HRA p.m. |
| 10 | Project Technical Support-III (Dengue Project) | Rs. 28,000/- + 20% HRA p.m. |
| 11 | Project Technical Support-III (MRHRU Jheet) | Rs. 28,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m. |
| 12 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | Rs. 24,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m. |
| 13 | Project Technical Support-II (MRHRU Jheet) | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m. |
| 14 | Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical Support-II) (MRHRU Datia) | Rs. 20,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m. |
- All posts are purely temporary and contractual for a period of three months or until the finalization of the Manpower Outsourcing GeM Contract, whichever is earlier.
- Selected candidates will have no claim for regular appointment under ICMR/ICMR-NITHR.
- Persons already in regular time scale service under any Government Department/Organization are not eligible.
Selection Process
The selection for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. Candidates must adhere to the reporting schedule and guidelines to be considered for the positions.
- The primary selection method is a Walk-in Interview.
- Interviews for Sl. No. 01-07 posts will be held on 05 November 2026.
- Interviews for Sl. No. 08-14 posts will be held on 06 November 2026.
- Candidates must report at the venue between 9 AM to 11 AM only; no entry will be permitted after 11 AM.
- Only eligible candidates will be allowed to appear for the interview.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- Preference will be given to local candidates and those with higher qualifications and relevant work experience.
- Selected candidates must produce original documents of qualification, age, and experience before joining.
Post / Category Wise Vacancy Details
The ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 offers a total of 25 vacancies across various project-based positions. The distribution of these vacancies, including category-wise earmarking, is detailed in the table below.
| S.No. | Name of the Post | No. of Posts | Category Earmarked For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) | 02 | UR-1, EWS-1 |
| 2 | Project Nurse-IV & Project Nurse-III, Project Field Officer, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | 14 | UR-5, OBC-4, SC-2, ST-2, EWS-1 |
| 3 | Project Technical Support-III | 03 | UR-1, OBC-1, SC-1 |
| 4 | Project Technical Support-II/ Lab Technician-2 | 03 | UR-2, SC-1 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 | ||
Job Profile & Responsibility
The ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 offers diverse roles, each with specific responsibilities crucial for ongoing research projects. These roles involve a range of tasks from scientific analysis and field data collection to administrative support, contributing to public health initiatives and research outcomes. Candidates should be prepared for dynamic work environments, often requiring field visits and coordination with various stakeholders.
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Work Responsibility |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical) | NGS & Bioinformatics analysis, Team supervision, Research work related to public health, establishment of laboratory, Biosafety, Serological molecular Diagnostic and microbial pathogen and quality control, Documentation and other related works assigned by the P.I. |
| 02 | Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | To develop and monitor the various research projects, data analysis, manuscript writing and co-ordination with the state nodal officer and link medical college. Any other work assigned by the PI. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only. |
| 03 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (i-DRONE Project) | Assist in implementation and execution of i-DRONE Project in Balaghat District, MP. Undertake field-based data collection, curation, validation and analysis related to drone-enabled healthcare logistics. Assist in assessing field sites, coordinating with healthcare facilities and stakeholders, liaising with health authorities. Support documentation, report preparation, and draft research articles. |
| 04 | Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) (Plasmodium Project) | Ph.D with experience in cloning, expression and purification of proteins & to conduct lab and field related activities and performance of Elisa/Luminax assay and as per order of PI. |
| 05 | Consultant (Medical) | Supervise and coordinate project activities in the field, undertake follow-up, clinical data collection, curation, and monitoring of SCD patients. Assist in data management, preparation of progress reports, and drafting of research articles. |
| 06 | Project Nurse-IV | Supervise and coordinate the activities of field teams. Monitor data quality, completeness, and adherence to the study protocol. Participant follow-up and any work assigned by the PI. |
| 07 | Project Nurse-III | Conduct participant recruitment, informed consent, and baseline and follow-up assessments and any work assigned by the PI. |
| 08 | Project Field Officer | Undertake field visits, assist in implementation of project activities, conduct field surveys, interviews, community interactions and data collection. Coordinate with participants, local authorities, health facilities. Maintain field records, assist in data entry, verification, compilation and preliminary analysis. Support logistics and coordination. |
| 09 | Project Technical Support-III (SCD Project) | To undertake project activities in the field. To undertake data collection, curation and follow-up of SCD patients. To assist in preparation of reports/research articles as guided. Other duties assigned by the Competent Authority. |
| 10 | Project Technical Support-III (Dengue Project) | Work related to antigenic characterization of virus, working in the Pathophysiology/immunobiology of dengue viral disease, virus and/or cell culture, animal models and patients ‘samples collection and other any works assigned by the P.I. |
| 11 | Project Technical Support-III (MRHRU Jheet) | To conduct the field based health survey, data monitoring and analysis. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only. |
| 12 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | To assist in the office administration, record keeping, salary preparation, procurement and other office related work. To assist research staff & PI in the field/Office. |
| 13 | Project Technical Support-II (MRHRU Jheet) | To conduct the field based health survey, blood collection, laboratory investigations such as CBC, Biochemistry etc. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only. |
| 14 | Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical Support-II) (MRHRU Datia) | Blood collection and laboratory investigations. Field surveys and data collection. Work related to different diseases of public health importance. Any other related work assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI). |
How to Apply
Candidates interested in ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 must follow the specific procedure for the Walk-in Interview. Ensure all required documents are prepared and submitted at the venue within the stipulated time.
- Download Application Form: Obtain the prescribed application format from the official website of ICMR-NITHR (www.nirth.res.in) or ICMR, New Delhi (www.main.icmr.nic.in).
- Fill Application Form: Complete the application form accurately with all necessary details, including your full address with Pin Code, Mobile number, and E-mail ID.
- Attach Documents: Affix recent passport-size photographs and attach self-attested copies of all relevant certificates, including educational qualifications, age proof, experience certificates, and any other supporting documents.
- Attend Walk-in Interview: Submit the duly filled application form along with copies of certificates at the ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur, Pin-482003.
- Reporting Time: Candidates must report between 9 AM to 11 AM only on the respective interview dates (05 November 2026 for Sl. No. 01-07 and 06 November 2026 for Sl. No. 08-14). No entry will be allowed after 11 AM.
- References: Provide details of two responsible persons from your locality or two professional references.
- Important Note: Late, delayed, or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without any intimation.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the total vacancies in ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026?
There are a total of 25 vacancies for various posts including Project Research Scientist, Nurse, Technical Support, and others under the ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026.
What is the application mode for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026?
The application mode for this recruitment is through a Walk-in Interview. Candidates need to download the application form, fill it, and submit it at the interview venue.
What are the important dates for the Walk-in Interview?
The Walk-in Interviews are scheduled for 05 November 2026 (for Sl. No. 01-07 posts) and 06 November 2026 (for Sl. No. 08-14 posts). Candidates must report between 9 AM and 11 AM on their respective dates.
What are the eligibility criteria for these posts?
Eligibility criteria vary by post, ranging from 12th pass to Post Graduate/PhD in relevant subjects. Detailed qualifications and age limits for each post are provided in the official notification and the eligibility table above.
What is the job location for ICMR NITHR posts?
The job locations include Jabalpur, Durg, Datia, and Balaghat, all within Madhya Pradesh, depending on the specific project and post.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?
Yes, age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules: 5 years for SC/ST candidates and 3 years for OBC candidates applying in reserved categories. Departmental candidates may also receive up to 5 years of age relaxation.
Where can I download the application form?
You can download the application format from the official websites of ICMR-NITHR (www.nirth.res.in) or ICMR, New Delhi (www.main.icmr.nic.in).