ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026 for 25 Project Posts

ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026: Official Notification Out

The Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR) has officially announced a new walk-in recruitment drive under Advt. No. 05/2026-27. This recruitment campaign aims to fill 25 contractual project vacancies across multiple technical, administrative, and scientific roles. Eligible and interested candidates can directly participate in the selection process scheduled to take place in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.

As these positions are purely on a contractual project basis, they offer an excellent opportunity for candidates to work with the Department of Health Research under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. This exposure is highly beneficial for those looking to build a career in public health, medical research, and community healthcare. If you are interested in exploring similar central research opportunities, you can read the ICFRE-TFRI Recruitment 2026 for Senior Project Fellow, Project Assistant, JRF/JPF and Field Assistant recruitment details. To search for other employment vacancies across the state, you may also explore all latest Madhya Pradesh Government Jobs.

Post Names and Vacancy Details

The recruitment drive covers a broad spectrum of positions requiring different educational qualifications and experience levels. The positions open for the walk-in interviews are listed below:

• Project Research Scientist
• Project Administrative Officer
• Project Field Officer
• Project Technical Support
• Senior Project Assistant
• Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)
• Project MTS (Multi-Tasking Staff)

Eligibility & Age Criteria

The eligibility requirements are designed to accommodate candidates with varying levels of academic accomplishments, from matriculation to medical degrees and doctorates.

Educational Qualifications

Qualifications vary significantly across the 25 distinct posts. Depending on the specific designation, candidates must possess one of the following academic credentials:

• Class 10 Pass: Suitable for entry-level posts. If you are seeking matriculation-level opportunities in the state, you can check more 10th Pass jobs in Madhya Pradesh.
• Diploma / Graduate Degree: Required for various administrative, field, and technical support positions.
• Postgraduate Degree / MPH: Mandatory for advanced administrative, field management, and scientific coordinator roles.
• Medical / Doctoral Degree: Post-graduates with MBBS, BVSc, BDS, or PhD qualifications are required for high-level Project Research Scientist positions.
• Work Experience: Candidates must note that several posts require relevant post-qualification work experience ranging from 1 to 5 years.

Age Limits & Relaxations

The upper age limit is set according to the post's responsibilities and requirements. The limits are categorized as 27, 28, 30, 35, 40, or 45 years depending on the position applied for. The calculation of the candidate's age will be determined as on the actual date of the walk-in interview.

Relaxations in the upper age limit are provided to reserved category candidates in accordance with the Government of India norms, applicable only where specific posts are reserved for those categories:

• OBC Candidates: 3 Years relaxation
• SC / ST Candidates: 5 Years relaxation
• PwD / ESM Candidates: Relaxations as per standard department regulations

Salary & Remuneration

The selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary. The pay scale structure varies by post based on the level of technical expertise required:

• Minimum Pay: ₹18,000 per month consolidated.
• Maximum Pay: Up to ₹78,000 per month consolidated.
• House Rent Allowance (HRA): Candidates selected for higher-level research positions will also be eligible for HRA up to 20%, depending on the project guidelines and location terms.

Selection Process

Since this recruitment process is designed for immediate project requirements, there is no written examination. Selection will be completed directly through a walk-in interview procedure on-site. The process involves three distinct sequential stages:

Stage 1: Walk-In Registration and Scrutiny

Candidates must report directly to the designated venue with their filled application form. The screening committee will verify your basic educational qualifications, age, and experience certificates on the spot to determine initial eligibility.

Stage 2: Personal Interview

Eligible candidates who successfully pass the initial screening will be invited to appear before the selection committee for a personal interview on the same day.

Stage 3: Document Verification

A rigorous verification of original academic documents, experience credentials, and identity proofs will be conducted before issuing the final engagement letter.

Walk-In Interview Schedule

The walk-in interviews are scheduled to take place over two days. Candidates must attend on the date assigned to their preferred post in the detailed official advertisement:

• Interview Dates: 05 October 2026 and 06 October 2026
• Reporting Time: From 09:00 AM onwards
• Late Entry Limit: Under no circumstances will candidates be allowed to register after 11:00 AM on either day.
• Application Fee: Fully exempted for all candidates. No fee is required to participate in this walk-in selection.

Required Documents Checklist

Candidates must bring one set of self-attested photocopies along with the original documents for verification on the day of the interview. The essential documents include:

• Duly filled official application form (downloaded from the website)
• Valid Photo Identity Card (Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, PAN Card, or Driving License)
• Recent passport-sized color photographs
• Class 10 Marksheet / Certificate (as proof of age)
• All academic certificates and year-wise marksheets (from Class 10 up to the highest qualification)
• Experience certificates from previous employers clearly mentioning the job profile and duration
• Caste or Category certificate in the prescribed central government format (if seeking relaxation)

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply

Because this recruitment is conducted as a Walk-In Interview, you do not need to submit any online application. Follow these practical steps to participate:

1. Go to the official ICMR website or use the direct links below to download the official notification PDF and application form.
2. Print the application form and fill in all personal, contact, educational, and experience columns with a blue or black pen. Ensure the details match your certificates.
3. Attach a recent passport-sized photograph to the designated space and sign across it where required.
4. Assemble all self-attested copies of your supporting documents behind the application form.
5. On the designated interview date (05 October 2026 or 06 October 2026), report to the ICMR-NITHR Campus, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh.
6. Complete your registration and document scrutiny before 11:00 AM to secure your interview slot.

Crucial Candidate Advisory

To avoid disqualification or registration issues at the venue, please keep the following instructions in mind:

• Double-check that your name, father's name, and date of birth in the application form exactly match the spelling in your Matriculation certificate.
• Ensure you bring all original documents. Photocopies alone will not be accepted for the verification process, and you will be barred from the interview.
• Mere fulfilment of the minimum eligibility criteria does not guarantee selection. The decision of the ICMR-NITHR selection committee remains final and binding.
• No travel allowance (TA) or daily allowance (DA) will be paid by the institute for attending the walk-in interviews.