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ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology

ICMR-NIE Scientist Recruitment 2026

  • ICMR-NIE
  • Direct Recruitment
  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu
  • Online Application Through The ICMR Recruitment Portal.
Applications open

Application deadline

26 November 2026

12 days left

Last date for receipt of online applications

Posted 21 October 2026

Apply on official website

Online application

Quick facts

Vacancies
8
Qualification
MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.
Age
Not exceeding 45 years. Age is assessed on…
Pay
Starting from ₹56,100/month
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Employment
Direct Recruitment
Apply mode
Online Application Through The ICMR Recruitment Portal.
Reference
ICMR/NIE/01/2026-RPCell

Overview

ICMR invites online applications for eight Scientist-D, Scientist-C and Scientist-B vacancies at ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai, through direct recruitment.

Positions & vacancies

8 vacancies across 7 posts

Chennai · Direct Recruitment

Age
Up to 45 years
Experience
Minimum 8 years

Eligibility

Nationality

Indian citizen

Scientist-D (Medical)

Scientist-D Medical Eligibility

Education

  • MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.
  • MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC, or MPH from a recognized university, or PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.(Desirable)

Experience

  • Eight years of admissible experience. PhD counts as four years and MD/MS or equivalent counts as three years. MPH/M.Tech does not count as experience. Time spent obtaining the minimum essential qualification does not count toward experience.
  • Research & Development experience related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 45 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-D (Non-Medical)2 disciplines

Scientist-D Non-Medical Eligibility

Education

PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.(Desirable)

Experience

  • Eight years of admissible experience. PhD counts as four years. MPH/M.Tech does not count as experience. Time spent obtaining the minimum essential qualification does not count toward experience.
  • Research & Development experience related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 45 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-D Non-Medical Education Pathways

  • Alternative 1 of 2. Master's degree from a recognized University in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. One accepted educational pathway.

  • Alternative 2 of 2. Pharm-D degree recognized by UGC/PCI. Alternative educational pathway.

Scientist-C (Medical)

Scientist-C Medical Eligibility

Education

  • MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.
  • MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC, or MPH from a recognized university, or PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.(Desirable)

Experience

  • Four years of admissible experience. PhD counts as four years and MD/MS or equivalent counts as three years. MPH/M.Tech does not count as experience. Time spent obtaining the minimum essential qualification does not count toward experience.
  • Research & Development experience related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 40 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-C (Medical) - Microbiology

Scientist-C Medical Microbiology Eligibility

Education

  • MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.
  • MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC, or MPH from a recognized university, or PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.(Desirable)

Experience

  • Four years of admissible experience. PhD counts as four years and MD/MS or equivalent counts as three years. MPH/M.Tech does not count as experience. Time spent obtaining the minimum essential qualification does not count toward experience.
  • Research & Development experience related to Microbiology, Immunology, Immunogenetics, Molecular Biology or Next Generation Sequencing demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 40 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-B (Medical)

Scientist-B Medical Eligibility

Education

MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.

Experience

Research & Development experience related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 35 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-B (Non-Medical) - Disease Modeling2 disciplines

Scientist-B Disease Modeling Eligibility

Experience

Research & Development experience related to Infectious Disease Modeling demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 35 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Scientist-B Disease Modeling Education Pathways

  • Alternative 1 of 2. Master's degree from a recognized University in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. One accepted educational pathway.

  • Alternative 2 of 2. Pharm-D degree recognized by UGC/PCI. Alternative educational pathway.

Scientist-B (Veterinary)

Scientist-B Veterinary Eligibility

Education

B.V.Sc. & AH degree recognized by VCI.

Experience

Research & Development experience related to Veterinary Epidemiology and Public Health demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants, etc. in Government, public sector or private institutions.(Desirable)

Age

Not exceeding 35 years. Age is assessed on the closing date. Applicable Government of India age relaxations apply.as of 26 November 2026

Salary & benefits

PostSalary
Scientist-D (Medical)
₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200 / month
Scientist-D (Non-Medical)
₹78,800 - ₹2,09,200 / month
Scientist-C (Medical)
₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700 / month
Scientist-C (Medical) - Microbiology
₹67,700 - ₹2,08,700 / month
Scientist-B (Medical)
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 / month
Scientist-B (Non-Medical) - Disease Modeling
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 / month
Scientist-B (Veterinary)
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 / month

Selection process

  1. 1

    Computer Based Test

    Selection may include a Computer Based Test consisting of MCQs. If conducted, it will assess understanding of research methods, will be qualifying in nature, and requires a minimum 75 percentile.

  2. 2

    Interview

    Selection may be based on interview alone or interview together with the Computer Based Test.

Important dates

Application deadline

26 Nov 2026

5:30 PM

Other important dates

  • Not exceeding 35 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 35 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 35 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 40 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 40 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 45 years.26 November 2026
  • Not exceeding 45 years.26 November 2026

Application fee

  • Applicants not exempted

    ₹1,500

  • SC / ST / Women / PWD / EWS

    Nil / Exempt

Non-refundable application fee payable through the online link in the application form.

How to apply

  1. 1

    Online application

    Register on the ICMR recruitment portal, complete the prescribed online application form, upload the required documents and submit the application by 26 November 2026 at 5:30 PM.

    URL: https://recruitment.icmr.org.in

    Open link
  2. 2

    Online application

    Pay the applicable non-refundable application fee through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. The application is considered complete after payment, where fee is applicable.

    URL: https://recruitment.icmr.org.in

    Open link
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Additional information

Selection summary

Selection may be based on a Computer Based Test consisting of MCQs, an interview, or both. The Computer Based Test, if conducted, will assess understanding of research methods, will be qualifying in nature, and requires a minimum 75 percentile. ICMR may further shortlist eligible candidates using criteria approved by the competent authority.

Eligibility notes

Applicants must be Indian citizens and satisfy the applicable post-specific age, educational qualification and experience requirements as on 26 November 2026. Existing Government of India age relaxations apply, and the prescribed age limit may also be relaxed for exceptionally meritorious candidates with approval of the Director General, ICMR.

Application instructions

Candidates must register and submit the prescribed online application at https://recruitment.icmr.org.in, upload all required supporting documents, and pay the applicable fee through Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. No offline application will be accepted.

Important notes

Vacancy numbers are provisional and may vary. ICMR may modify, cancel or publish the vacancy circular afresh. Duplicate applications, incomplete applications, applications without required documents or fee, and applications from candidates not meeting the eligibility criteria on the cutoff date are liable to rejection.

Official documents

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