ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai Recruitment 2026 for Scientific Positions
The ICMR NIE recruitment 2026 drive is open as the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) invites online applications from Indian Citizens for scientific vacancies at ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai, under Direct Recruitment. The last date for receipt of applications is 26 November 2026.
Job Details
Organization: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Advertisement No.: ICMR/NIE/01/2026-RPCell
Location: ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai
Transfer Liability: All India transfer liability under the Council
Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 26 November 2026, up to 5:30 PM
Posts Available:
- Scientist-D (Medical), Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200): 01 vacancy
- Scientist-D (NonMedical), Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200): 01 vacancy
- Scientist-C (Medical), Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700): 01 vacancy
- Scientist-C (Medical) (Microbiology), Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700): 01 vacancy
- Scientist-B (Medical), Level-10 (56,100-1,77,500): 02 vacancies (UR-01; SC-01)
- Scientist-B (NonMedical) (Disease modeling), Level-10 (56,100-1,77,500): 01 vacancy (UR-01)
- Scientist-B (Veterinary), Level-10 (56,100-1,77,500): 01 vacancy (EWS-01)
ICMR NIE Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Scientist-D (Medical): MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC; Essential Experience: 08 years
- Scientist-D (NonMedical): Masters from a recognised University, in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences OR Pharm-D degree recognised by UGC/PCI; Essential Experience: 08 years
- Scientist-C (Medical): MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC; Essential Experience: 04 years
- Scientist-C (Medical) (Microbiology): MBBS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC; Essential Experience: 04 years
- Scientist-B (Medical): MBBS or equivalent degree recognised by MCI/NMC
- Scientist-B (NonMedical) (Disease modeling): Masters from a recognised University, in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences OR Pharm-D degree recognised by UGC/PCI
- Scientist-B (Veterinary): B.V.Sc & AH degree recognized by VCI
Desirable Qualifications and Experience:
- Scientist-D (Medical): Desirable Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC OR MPH from a recognized university OR PhD from a recognized university in the subject related to Biomedical sciences. Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-D (NonMedical): Desirable Qualification: PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Epidemiology/Public Health demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-C (Medical): Desirable Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC or MPH from a recognized university or PhD from a recognized university in the subject related to Biomedical sciences. Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Epidemiology/Public Health, demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-C (Medical) (Microbiology): Desirable Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC or MPH from a recognized university or PhD from a recognized university in the subject related to Biomedical sciences. Desirable Experience: Experience in research & development related to Microbiology/ Immunology/ immunogenetics/Molecular biology/Next generation sequencing etc. demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-B (Medical): Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Epidemiology/ Public Health, demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-B (NonMedical) (Disease modeling): Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Infectious disease modeling, demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
- Scientist-B (Veterinary): Desirable Experience: Experience in Research & Development related to Veterinary epidemiology & public Health, demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc. in Govt./public sector/private institutions.
Notes:
- PhD will be considered as 4 years’ experience (irrespective of the duration taken to complete the degree)#.
- MD/MS or equivalent to be considered as 3 years’ experience.#
- MPH/M. Tech will not be considered as any experience.
- Experience in Research & Development related to Biomedical Sciences, relevant to the job requirements in Govt./Public sector/Private Institutions will be admissible.
- The qualifications and experience may be relaxed in the case of exceptionally meritorious candidates, with the approval of the DG, ICMR-for reasons to be recorded in writing.
- #Provided the period spent on obtaining minimum essential educational qualification shall not count towards experience.
Age Limit:
- Scientist-D: Not exceeding 45 years
- Scientist-C: Not exceeding 40 years
- Scientist-B: Not exceeding 35 years
In addition to the existing Government of India instructions on age relaxation, the prescribed age limit may be relaxed in the case of exceptionally meritorious candidates, based on their CVs/experience, with the approval of the DG, ICMR-for reasons to be recorded in writing.
ICMR NIE Recruitment 2026 Salary
- Scientist-D (Medical) and Scientist-D (NonMedical): Level-12 (Rs. 78800-209200)
- Scientist-C (Medical) and Scientist-C (Medical) (Microbiology): Level-11 (Rs. 67700-208700)
- Scientist-B (Medical), Scientist-B (NonMedical) (Disease modeling) and Scientist-B (Veterinary): Level-10 (56,100-1,77,500)
Documents Required
For ICMR NIE recruitment 2026, candidates must upload scanned copies of their self-attested/attested copies of certificates/documents in support of their educational qualifications (from Matric onwards), certificates of detailed marks obtained in these course(s), date of birth, category certificate i.e. SC/ST/OBC/ PwBD, experience(s).
- MCI registration certificate, where applicable, and category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), where applicable, must be uploaded with the Application Form.
- Candidates working in Centre/State Government Department/ Public Sector Undertakings & Govt. funded research agencies must submit a “No Objection Certificate” from the employer at the time of personal discussion, with an undertaking that “the applicant will be relieved within one month of his/her receipt of appointment order”.
- The photograph on the Application form should be unattested. Candidates should not wear cap, goggles etc. Spectacles are allowed.
Selection Procedure
- The Selection would be made based on computer based test (MCQs) or interview or both.
- Computer based test would be based on the understanding of research methods and will be of qualifying nature and minimum qualifying would be 75 percentile.
Shortlisting Criteria
In the first instance, all the candidates who fulfill minimum eligibility in respect of age, educational qualifications and experience (wherever required) shall be short-listed. If the number of such shortlisted candidates is high and it is not possible to call all of them for interview, then the ICMR shall further shortlist the candidates, on the basis of some suitable shortlisting criteria, as may be fixed by the Competent Authority, ICMR.
Application Fee
Application Fee (non-refundable) of Rs.1500/- (Rupees one thousand five hundred only) is required. SC/ST/Women/PWD/EWS candidates are exempted from application fee. Application Fee is to be paid by candidates through online link given in the application form.
How to Apply for ICMR NIE Recruitment 2026
- Visit https://recruitment.icmr.org.in and register.
- Login as a registered user with the User ID and password received on your email and mobile number, and click on ‘Go to Application Form’.
- Fill in the application form section-wise, using Save and Next, and upload all required documents.
- Click on Submit and make the payment. Fee will only be accepted through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card.
- After successful submission, take a final printout of the application.
Apply online for ICMR NIE recruitment 2026 well in advance, without waiting for the last date of submission of online application form. No offline application form or copy of downloaded application form will be accepted by the ICMR.
Additional Information
- Application received after the closing date, for whatever reason, is liable to be rejected.
- Incomplete or Application without supportive documents is liable to be rejected.
- Any outside influence (political or otherwise), brought in by a candidate or on behalf of the candidate shall disqualify him/her.
- Any further detail/communication shall be displayed on ICMR website only. Candidates are requested to regularly visit ICMR Website www.icmr.nic.in, for any updates. No other mode of correspondence shall be entertained.
- Any dispute with regard to the recruitment against the advertisement will be under the jurisdiction of Courts in New Delhi.
- ICMR retains the liberty to either modify or cancel or publish afresh, this vacancy circular.
- The number of the vacancies are provisional and may vary.
- For any technical support or any payment related queries, call on working days between 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM (IST) on 011-26589167 or email at query.rpcell@icmr.gov.in.
About Indian Council of Medical Research
ICMR is an Autonomous Organization, under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India. ICMR is dealing with biomedical/ health research in various areas, in collaboration with National/ International agencies, through its Headquarters at New Delhi and 28 Institutes/ Centres and a large number of field stations, situated across the country.
CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL NOTIFICATION / APPLY ONLINE
Apply online at https://recruitment.icmr.org.in by 26 November 2026, 5:30 PM.