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ICMR-NIE Chennai Scientist-B, Scientist-C & Scientist-D Recruitment 2026

Post Date : 09 October 2026

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Chennai, has announced 8 vacancies for Scientist-B, Scientist-C and Scientist-D at ICMR-NIE. Candidates with MBBS / Masters in Biomedical Sciences / Pharm-D / B.V.Sc & AH (post-wise, with experience where required) are eligible. The maximum age is 45 years (post-wise). Applications are open online till 26 November 2026. Selection will be through a Computer Based Test and / or Interview. All dates, fees, vacancy details and links for the ICMR-NIE Chennai Scientist-B, Scientist-C & Scientist-D Recruitment 2026 are given below. (Advt No: ICMR/NIE/01/2026-RPCell)

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RECRUITMENT TIMELINE
NotificationReleased on 07 October 2026
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Notification Released
07 October 2026
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Apply Last Date
26 November 2026
📅Important Dates
•Apply Start Date: Not Specified
•Apply Last Date: 26 November 2026, 5:30 PM
•Computer Based Test (CBT): To be notified
•Interview: To be notified
💰Application Fee
•General / UR (non-refundable): Rs. 1,500
•SC / ST / Women / PwD / EWS: Rs. 0 (exempt)
•Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card)
🎓Eligibility
Qualification
•Scientist-D (Medical): MBBS with 8 years of experience. Desirable: Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent (MCI/NMC) OR MPH OR PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. Experience: R&D 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 (Non-Medical): Masters from a recognised University in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences OR Pharm-D degree recognised by UGC/PCI, with 8 years of experience. Desirable: Qualification: PhD from a recognized university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. Experience: R&D 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): MBBS with 4 years of experience. Desirable: Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent (MCI/NMC) or MPH or PhD in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. Experience: R&D related to Epidemiology/Public Health, demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc.
•Scientist-C (Medical, Microbiology): MBBS with 4 years of experience. Desirable: Qualification: MD/MS or equivalent (MCI/NMC) or MPH or PhD in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences. Experience: R&D related to Microbiology / Immunology / Immunogenetics / Molecular Biology / Next Generation Sequencing etc., demonstrated through peer reviewed publications, scientific presentations, technical reports, research grants etc.
Age
•Minimum Age: N/A
•Maximum Age: 45 (Scientist-D)
•Maximum Age: 40 (Scientist-C)
•Maximum Age: 35 (Scientist-B)
•Age relaxation: Maximum age is 45 years for Scientist-D, 40 years for Scientist-C and 35 years for Scientist-B. Age relaxation is in addition to the existing Government of India instructions. The notification gives no age cut-off date.
💵Salary / Pay Scale
Scientist-D: Level 12, Rs. 78,800-2,09,200. Scientist-C: Level 11, Rs. 67,700-2,08,700. Scientist-B: Level 10, Rs. 56,100-1,77,500.
VACANCY DETAILS
Total Posts
8
Zone / Unit Wise Vacancy
PostPay LevelPostsCategory
Scientist-D (Medical)Level 121Not stated
Scientist-D (Non-Medical)Level 121Not stated
Scientist-C (Medical)Level 111Not stated
Scientist-C (Medical, Microbiology)Level 111Not stated
Scientist-B (Medical)Level 102UR 1, SC 1
ℹ️• Vacancies are provisional and may vary. • Category-wise split is not stated for Scientist-D and Scientist-C posts.
MODE OF SELECTION

This recruitment has 1 selection stage, in the order shown below.

1CBT (MCQ, qualifying, 75 percentile) and/or interview
Exam Pattern — Computer Based Test (CBT)
DetailDescription
TypeMCQs on research methods
NatureQualifying
Minimum to qualify75 percentile
ℹ️Selection is based on a computer based test (MCQs) or interview or both.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
  • Self-attested educational certificates
  • Self-attested age proof
  • Self-attested category certificate
  • Self-attested experience certificates
HOW TO APPLY
  • 1Read the full notification and check your age, qualification and experience for the post.
  • 2Apply online only at recruitment.icmr.org.in using the Apply Online link on this page. Registration may open on a later date.
  • 3Upload self-attested copies of educational, age, category and experience certificates with the application.
  • 4General / UR candidates pay Rs. 1,500 (non-refundable) online through the application form by Net Banking, Credit Card or Debit Card. SC, ST, Women, PwD and EWS candidates are exempt.
  • 5Submit the online application on or before 26 November 2026, 5:30 PM.
  • 6Queries: query.rpcell@icmr.gov.in or 011-26589167, on working days from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM IST.
IMPORTANT LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Q. What is the last date to apply online for ICMR NIE Chennai Scientist posts?

A. The last date to apply online is 26 November 2026 up to 5:30 PM.

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Q. How many vacancies are there in ICMR NIE Chennai Scientist Recruitment 2026?

A. There are 8 vacancies in total for this recruitment, as per the official notification.

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Q. What is the age limit?

A. The maximum age is 45 years for Scientist-D, 40 years for Scientist-C and 35 years for Scientist-B, with relaxation as per Government of India instructions.

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Q. What is the educational qualification?

A. MBBS for the medical posts, a Master's degree in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences or Pharm-D for non-medical posts, and B.V.Sc & AH for Scientist-B (Veterinary), with experience as required for each post. Desirable qualifications and experience are listed post-wise on this page.

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Q. What is the application fee?

A. The fee is Rs. 1,500 for General / UR candidates. SC, ST, Women, PwD and EWS candidates are exempt.

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Q. What is the selection process?

A. Selection is based on a computer-based test (qualifying, 75 percentile) and/or interview.

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Q. Where do I apply?

A. Apply at the official recruitment portal, recruitment.icmr.org.in.

GOOD TO KNOW
  • The vacancies are provisional and may vary. The Scientist-D and Scientist-C posts have no category-wise split in the notification.
  • If too many candidates meet the age, qualification and experience criteria, further shortlisting is done on criteria fixed by the Competent Authority, generally preferring higher experience and qualification.
  • Government / PSU employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of personal discussion, with an undertaking to be relieved within one month of the appointment order.
  • A hard copy of the application is needed only if ICMR calls for it.
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