CNCI Kolkata Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

Overview of CNCI Project Assistant Recruitment 2026

The Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. Cont.-N/020/2026) for the position of Project Assistant under the PBCR Project. This is a contractual engagement for an initial period of 06 months, which may be extended based on project requirements.

Eligibility for CNCI Project Assistant

Candidates must ensure they meet the following criteria before applying:

• Educational Qualification: A Graduate degree in Sociology, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Medical Social Work, or Psychology with 3 years of relevant experience. Alternatively, a Master’s degree in these subjects is required.
• Age Limit: Maximum 35 years as on 01.01.2026.
• Desirable Skills: Field experience, proficiency in scientific proposal writing, familiarity with statistical tools, computer literacy, and experience in health research and data collection.

Steps to Apply for CNCI Project Assistant Recruitment

The application process for this recruitment is offline. Follow these instructions carefully:

1. Download the official application form available in the notification PDF.
2. Pay the application fee of Rs. 200/- online through the specified bank account. (SC/ST/Female/PwD candidates are exempted from the fee).
3. Submit the filled-out application along with supporting documents via Speed Post or email to the provided contact channels by 30.07.2026, 17:00 Hrs.
4. Submission Address: The Director, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Street No-299, DJ Block, Action Area-1D, Newtown, Kolkata-700160.

Important Application Guidelines

• Incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will be summarily rejected.
• Candidates should ensure all documents, including educational certificates and experience proof, are attached to the application.
• The Institute reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at its discretion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline for CNCI Project Assistant?

The last date for the submission of the application is 30.07.2026 by 17:00 Hrs.

Is this a permanent job?

No, this is a purely contractual position for a duration of 6 months, subject to extension based on project requirements.

What is the selection procedure?

The selection process involves shortlisting of candidates based on eligibility criteria, followed by verification of original documents and merit-based evaluation.