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Indian Council of Medical ResearchAll India RecruitmentpermanentYear 2026
Application Closed

ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers

Advt / Notification Reference: ICMR/HQ/Scientist-B-C/2026

Total Vacancies
168 Posts
Last Date to Apply
31 Mar 2026
Pay Scale / Salary
Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) to Level 11
Educational Eligibility
MBBS / First Class Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology or B.Tech.

1. Recruitment Overview

Conducting Authority / CommissionIndian Council of Medical Research
Recruitment Title / Post NameICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers
Advertisement NumberICMR/HQ/Scientist-B-C/2026
Recruitment Year2026
Total Notified Vacancies168 Posts
Jurisdiction / Job LocationAll India (Central Government Cadre)
Employment Naturepermanent
Application ModeOffline / Prescribed Proforma Submission
Current StatusApplications Closed

2. Important Official Dates

Official Notification Release Date31 Aug 2026
Online Application Start Date18 Feb 2026
Last Date to Submit Online Application31 Mar 2026
Notification Released / Application Window Opens18 Feb 2026
Online Application Closing Date31 Mar 2026

3. Latest Recruitment Updates & Notices

Verified Official Events
DateUpdate / NoticeSource Document
18 Feb 2026
Official ICMR Notification (ICMR/HQ/Scientist-B-C/2026)
Official Notice
View Notice

4. Vacancy Details & Distribution

Total: 168 Posts
Post NameTotalUROBCEWSSCSTPwDPay Level
Scientist-B / Scientist-C / Technical Officer-ACode: ICMR/HQ/Scientist-B-C/2026168000000Level 10

5. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit

Educational Qualification

MBBS / First Class Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology or B.Tech.

Age Limit Criteria

Minimum 21 Years, Maximum 40 Years

Category-Wise Age Relaxation Rules

35 years for Scientist-B; 40 years for Scientist-C.

6. Salary & Remuneration Scale

Official Monthly Pay ScaleLevel 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) to Level 11

Appointed candidates are entitled to official central/state allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and medical reimbursement as per prescribed civil service remuneration rules.

8. Selection Process & Stages

1Stage 1
Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Exam
2Stage 2
Document Verification
3Stage 3
Final Merit Listing
Standard Examination Pattern & Marking Scheme
Exam ModeCBT / Written MCQ
Question MediumBilingual (Hindi / Eng)
Standard Duration120 Minutes
Negative Marking0.25 / 0.33 Marks
Core Subject Modules: (1) General Intelligence & Reasoning, (2) General Awareness & Current Affairs, (3) Quantitative Aptitude & Numerical Ability, (4) Domain Technical / Language Comprehension.

9. Required Documents for Registration

Recent Passport Size Photograph (clear background, JPG/JPEG format).
Candidate Signature clearly scanned in black ink.
10th (Matriculation) Certificate / Marksheet for Date of Birth verification.
Educational Qualification Marksheets & Degree / Diploma Certificates.
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) if claiming reservation benefits.
Valid Government Photo ID Card (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Passport).

10. How to Apply Online

  1. 1

    Visit the official candidate registration portal of Indian Council of Medical Research using the verified link below.

  2. 2

    Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) with your active email address and mobile number.

  3. 3

    Carefully fill in educational qualifications, personal info, reservation category, and communication address.

  4. 4

    Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and mandatory eligibility certificates in the prescribed file sizes.

  5. 5

    Pay the online application fee (if applicable) and download / print the final acknowledgment receipt for future recruitment stages.

11. Important Official Links

Official Notification PDFDownload Notification
Official Commission WebsiteIndian Council of Medical Research Official Portal
Admit Card / Hall TicketCheck Admit Card Status
Answer Key & Objection PortalCheck Official Answer Key
Final Result & Merit ListCheck Selection Results
Official Gazette Circulars & Annexures
Official ICMR Notification (ICMR/HQ/Scientist-B-C/2026)Open Document

12. Related Government Opportunities & Updates

13. Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the last date to apply for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers?

The online application window for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers (Indian Council of Medical Research) closes on 31 Mar 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their applications well before the closing deadline.

Q2. When does the online application process start for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers?

The online applications for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers commence on 18 Feb 2026 via the official portal of Indian Council of Medical Research.

Q3. How many vacancies are announced for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers?

A total of 168 vacancies have been notified for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers by Indian Council of Medical Research.

Q4. What is the educational qualification required for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers?

Applicants must possess MBBS / First Class Master's Degree in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology or B.Tech. from a recognized board/university as specified in the official notification circular.

Q5. What is the age limit for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers?

The age limit for ICMR National Recruitment for Scientists (Medical / Non-Medical) & Technical Officers is 21 - 40 Years. Age relaxation applies for reserved categories as per government rules.

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