ICMR NIHR Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview for 12 Consultant & Young Professional Posts
ICMR National Institute of Health Research (ICMR NIHR) — Indian Council of Medical Research
📅 Important Dates
| Application Start | 13 May 2026 |
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| Interview Date | 28 May 2026 |
📋 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Junior Consultant, Young Professional |
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| Total Vacancies | 12 |
| Qualification | MBBS, BDS, BVSc, PG in Life Sciences/Public Health/IT, Graduate/B.Com/BBA |
| Age Limit | As per Government of India norms |
| Salary | Rs. 35,000 - 80,000 per month |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by a walk-in interview and document verification. |
📝 Detailed Notification Information
ICMR NIHR Recruitment 2026: Overview
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) - National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) has announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2026. This notification invites eligible candidates to attend a walk-in interview process for 12 contractual positions, including Junior Consultants and Young Professionals. This is a prime opportunity for medical professionals, IT experts, and administrative graduates to contribute to India's premier health research organization.
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
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| Junior Consultant (Medical) | 3 |
| Young Professional-I (Public Health) | 6 |
| Young Professional-II (IT) | 1 |
| Young Professional-I (Admin) | 1 |
| Young Professional-I (Accounts) | 1 |
Important Dates: Walk-in Schedule
Candidates must ensure they appear at the venue on the specific date allocated for their respective posts:
- Junior Consultant (Medical): 2026-05-28
- Young Professional-I (Public Health): 2026-05-29
- Young Professional-II (IT): 2026-06-01
- Young Professional-I (Admin): 2026-06-02
- Young Professional-I (Accounts): 2026-06-03
Eligibility Criteria
- Junior Consultant: MBBS/BDS/BVSc with minimum 6 years of post-qualification experience.
- YP (Public Health): PG degree in Life Sciences or Public Health.
- YP (IT): PG degree in Technology/IT/Computer Science with 3 years of experience.
- YP (Admin): Graduate in any discipline (min 55% marks) with at least 1 year of experience.
- YP (Accounts): B.Com/BBA (min 55% marks) with at least 1 year of experience.
Salary Structure
The monthly compensation is fixed based on the nature of the role:
- Junior Consultant: Rs. 80,000
- Young Professional (IT): Rs. 42,000
- Other Young Professional Posts: Rs. 35,000
How to Prepare for the Walk-in Interview
Since this is a walk-in process, physical presence at the designated venue is mandatory. Ensure you carry:
- Original educational and experience certificates.
- One set of self-attested photocopies of all documents.
- Valid Government ID proof (Aadhar, PAN, etc.).
- Updated CV and recent passport-size photographs.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Q: Is prior registration required for the ICMR walk-in? A: Please refer to the official notification to see if a pre-filled application form is required for submission at the venue.
- Q: What is the age relaxation policy? A: Age relaxation is provided as per standard Government of India norms for reserved categories.
- Q: Are these jobs permanent? A: No, these positions are purely on a contractual basis under the ICMR NIHR project.
- Q: Can I attend the interview for multiple posts? A: If you meet the eligibility criteria for different posts, check the schedule to ensure the interview timings do not clash.
- Q: Where can I find the official notification? A: You can download it directly from the official ICMR website via the link provided below.
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Kavita Nair is an education policy researcher with a Ph.D. in Education from JNU. She contributes well-researched articles on teaching vacancies, UPSC Civil Services, and central government recruitment drives.