ICMR NIE Recruitment 2026 – 8 Scientist Posts (Advt ICMR/NIE/01/2026-RPCell)
Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai · Tamil Nadu (Chennai), All India transfer liability
Total vacancies 8 - Scientist-D (Medical): 1 - Scientist-D (Non-Medical): 1 - Scientist-C (Medical): 1 - Scientist-C See official notice for post-wise allocation
- Application window
- Starts 15 Oct 2026 · Last date 26 Nov 2026
- Application fee
- ₹1,500. SC/ST/Women/PwBD/EWS candidates exempted.
- Age limit
- Scientist-D: Maximum 45 years. Scientist-C: Maximum 40 years. Scientist-B: Maximum 35 years. Relaxation as per Government rules.
At a glance
| Organization | Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai |
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| Job | ICMR NIE Recruitment 2026 – 8 Scientist Posts (Advt ICMR/NIE/01/2026-RPCell) |
| Category | Central Government |
| Location | Tamil Nadu (Chennai), All India transfer liability |
| Total vacancies | 8 - Scientist-D (Medical): 1 - Scientist-D (Non-Medical): 1 - Scientist-C (Medical): 1 - Scientist-C |
| Qualification | Medical posts: MBBS or equivalent recognized by MCI/NMC. Non-medical posts: Relevant Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences or Pharm-D, as applicable. Veterinary: BVSc & AH recognized by VCI. Relevant research experience is required for the specified posts (4 or 8 years depending on level). |
| Age limit | Scientist-D: Maximum 45 years. Scientist-C: Maximum 40 years. Scientist-B: Maximum 35 years. Relaxation as per Government rules. |
| Pay / salary | Scientist-D: Level 12, ₹78,800–2,09,200. Scientist-C: Level 11, ₹67,700–2,08,700. Scientist-B: Level 10, ₹56,100–1,77,500. |
| Application fee | ₹1,500. SC/ST/Women/PwBD/EWS candidates exempted. |
| Applications open | 15 October 2026 |
| Last date | 26 November 2026 |
| Selection process | Computer Based Test, Interview or both, depending on the recruitment requirements. |
Important dates
| Advertisement date | October 2026 |
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| Last date to apply | 26-11-2026 |
About this notification
ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology, Chennai, has invited online applications for eight scientific positions under direct recruitment. Vacancies cover Medical, Non-Medical, Microbiology, Disease Modelling and Veterinary disciplines. Candidates with relevant professional qualifications and research experience can apply. Selected candidates will be liable for transfer anywhere in India under ICMR.
Source and update details
| Official website | Open official website |
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| Information updated | 2 November 2026 |