Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
— Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
PGIMER Chandigarh Junior Research Fellow Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has officially announced a notification for the recruitment of a Junior Research Fellow (JRF). This temporary research position is well-suited for candidates with postgraduate credentials in Basic Sciences or professional courses who have qualified national eligibility tests. Application documents must be submitted via the designated email channel on or before the specified deadline.
Vacancy and Salary Details
The following table outlines the vacancy details and monthly remuneration package for the Junior Research Fellow position at PGIMER Chandigarh:
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Monthly Salary / Stipend |
|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 01 | Rs. 31,000 + 16% HRA (Totaling Rs. 35,960 per month) |
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification
To qualify for the JRF post, candidates must satisfy the following educational and qualification benchmarks:
- Academic Qualification: Postgraduate degree in Basic Sciences OR a postgraduate degree in a professional course.
- National Exam Qualification: Candidates must have qualified in a national-level entrance examination, such as CSIR-UGC NET, GATE, ICMR, DBT, DST, DAE, DOS, ICAR, IISc, IIT, IISER, or NISER.
- Age Limit: The maximum age limit is 35 years. Age relaxation is applicable for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates in accordance with Central Government instructions.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for any category of applicants for this recruitment drive:
- General / OBC / EWS: Nil
- SC / ST / PwD / Female: Nil
Selection Methodology
Candidates will be selected based on the screening of received applications followed by an evaluation process:
- Shortlisting of profiles based on qualifications, academic score, and national exam status.
- Written Examination / Screening Test and Personal Interview scheduled to take place at the institute premises on September 7, 2026.
Required Documents for Submission
Applicants must assemble and email a single consolidated PDF file containing the following documents:
- Detailed curriculum vitae (CV) containing contact info and educational history.
- Self-attested copies of 10th marksheet (as proof of date of birth).
- Consolidated marksheets and degree certificates for Bachelor's and Master's programs.
- Valid score certificate of GATE, CSIR-UGC NET, or other qualified national entrance tests.
- Caste or category certificate, if claiming reservation benefit.
Prepare a comprehensive bio-data (CV) containing your educational details, percentage, and contact details. Compile the CV along with self-attested copies of your qualification certificates, marksheets, and national eligibility test scorecards (GATE, NET, etc.) into a single PDF document. Write an email with a clear subject line indicating the post applied for and send the compiled application to the official email address listed in the PGIMER vacancy notification by September 5, 2026.
