ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 – Walkin for 25 Project Nurse, Lab Technician and More Posts

ICMR NITHR Recruitment ICMR – National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR NITHR) Recruitment 2026 for 22 vacancies across various posts will be conducted through a Walk-in Interview. The recruitment drive includes Project Assistant Multipurpose, Project Lab Technician, Project Research Scientist, Consultant, and other positions. Eligible candidates can attend the interview on 05 November 2026 and 06 November 2026. Candidates should report at 9:00 AM. For complete details, candidates can visit nirth.res.in.

ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

ICMR – National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), Jabalpur, will hold walk-in interviews on 5 November 2026 and 6 November 2026 at ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur Pin-482003. The institute works under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Applications are accepted at the venue between 9 AM and 11 AM only. Under Advt. No.- 06/2026-27, the institute is filling 25 temporary contract positions in research projects. The posts are Project Research Scientist-II, Project Research Scientist-I, Consultant (Medical), Project Nurse-IV, Project Nurse-III, Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support-III, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin), Project Technical Support-II and Project Lab Technician-2. The consolidated monthly salary ranges from Rs. 20,000/- to Rs. 67,000/-, with HRA on top for most posts.

ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

ParticularsDetails
OrganisationICMR – National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Jabalpur
Advertisement No.06/2026-27
Walk-in Date05.11.2026: Project Research Scientist-II, Project Research Scientist-I, Consultant (Medical), Project Nurse-IV, Project Nurse-III. 06.11.2026: Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support-III, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin), Project Technical Support-II, Project Lab Technician-2
Reporting / Registration Time9 AM to 11 AM only. No entry to the venue after 11 AM.
VenueICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur Pin-482003
Posts14 project positions, listed in the table below
Vacancies25 (the total of the posts in the notice’s post table; the notice does not print an overall total)
PayRs. 20,000/- to Rs. 67,000/- consolidated per month, varying by post. HRA is added for every post except Consultant (Medical) and Project Field Officer.
Nature of AppointmentTemporary and on contract, for three months or until the Manpower Outsourcing GeM Contract (GeM Bid No. GEM/2026/B/7491140) is finalised, whichever is earlier
Who Can AttendCandidates who have the essential qualification for the post. Persons already in regular time scale service under any Government Department / Organization are not eligible.
Official Websitewww.nirth.res.in

The official notification does not specify an application fee. The application is handed in at the walk-in itself, so the notice gives no separate last date.

About ICMR-NITHR

ICMR – National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR) is a research institute of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). It is located at ICMR – NITHR Complex, Nagpur Road P.O. – Garha, Jabalpur – 482 003, Madhya Pradesh, under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The posts in this advertisement serve the institute’s research projects, including ADOPT-HTAIn (Health Technology Assessment in India), the i-DRONE Project and the Model Rural Health Research Units (MRHRU) at Jheet and Datia.

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Posts and Eligibility

The table lists all 14 posts in the order of the notice, with the project each one serves. Each post’s qualification is given in full below the table.

PostVacanciesAge LimitConsolidated Monthly SalaryProjectWalk-in Date
Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical)140 years Age limit67000/- + HRA 20% as Admissible“ADOPT- HTAIn (Health y Assessment in India)”05.11.2026
Project Research Scientist-II, (Non-Medical)1Not exceeding 40 years67000/- + HRA as Admissible p.m.“Model Rural Health Research Unit (MRHRU), Jheet”05.11.2026
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)1Not exceeding 35 yearsRs.56,000+ HRA p.m.“Strengthening and augmenting the medical delivery system thrugh drones and telemedicine in multiple states in India”05.11.2026
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)1Not exceeding 35 yearsRs.56,000+ 20% HRA p.m.“Development and Validation of Sero-surveillance Tools Using Human Antibody Responses to Plasmodium vivax and Plasmodium falciparum in India”, funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)05.11.2026
Consultant (Medical)1Not exceeding 70 yearsRs. 64,000/- p.m.“A non-inferiority randomized trial to assess the efficacy of 10mg hydroxyurea/kg/day versus 20mg hydroxyurea/kg/day in treatment of sickle cell diseases patients of tribal and non-tribal areas in India”05.11.2026
Project Nurse-IV2Not exceeding 35 yearsRs.40,000+ HRA p.m.“Effectiveness of a digital diabetes prevention initiative in Indian cities: Hybrid type 2 pragmatic cluster-randomized control trial using mHealth (ICMR-DPCI)”05.11.2026
Project Nurse-III10Not exceeding 30 yearsRs.28,000+ HRA p.m.ICMR-DPCI (same digital diabetes prevention trial)05.11.2026
Project Field Officer1Not exceeding 35 years28933/- p.m.“ADOPT- HTAIn (Health Technology Assessment in India)”06.11.2026
Project Technical Support-III1Not exceeding 35 years28,000/- + 20% HRA p.m.Hydroxyurea trial in sickle cell disease patients (as for Consultant (Medical))06.11.2026
Project Technical Support-III1Not exceeding 35 years28,000/- + 20% HRA p.m.Pan-India antigenic characterization of dengue viruses: Early warning signal for a potential pandemic06.11.2026
Project Technical Support-III1Not exceeding 35 years28,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m.“Model Rural Health Research Unit (MRHRU), Jheet”06.11.2026
Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)1Not exceeding 30 yearsRs. 24,000/- + HRA as admissible“Model Rural Health Research Unit (MRHRU), Jheet”06.11.2026
Project Technical Support-II2Not exceeding 30 yearsRs. 20,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m.“Model Rural Health Research Unit (MRHRU), Jheet”06.11.2026
Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical support-II)1Not exceeding 30 yearsRs. 20,000/- + HRA as admissible p.m.“Model Rural Health Research Unit (MRHRU), Datia”06.11.2026
Total25    

Category-wise Vacancies

The notice gives the reservation for 22 of the 25 posts, in groups. It prints no category break-up for the two Project Research Scientist-II posts or for Consultant (Medical).

Post(s)No. of PostsCategory Earmarked For
Project Research Scientist-I (Non- Medical)02UR-1, EWS-1
Project Nurse-IV & Project Nurse-III, Project Field Officer, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)14UR-5, OBC-4, SC-2, ST-2, EWS-1
Project Technical Support-III03UR-1, OBC-1, SC-1
Project Technical Support-II / Lab Technician-203UR-2, SC-1

If no reserved-category candidates are available, appointments will be made from candidates of other categories, as recommended by the selection committee. Future vacancies will be filled from candidates of the relevant categories. The number of vacancies may vary according to the requirement at a later stage.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The age limits are listed post by post in the table above. Age will be counted as on the date of the walk-in interview. Candidates applying in reserved categories get the following relaxation, as per DoPT, GoI rules:

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST (applying in reserved categories)5 years
OBC (applying in reserved categories)3 years
Departmental candidates, or candidates who work or have worked on projects of ICMR Institutes/CentresUp to a maximum of five years, or the completed months/years of earlier project service, whichever is less, as per ICMR guidelines. They must still meet the essential qualification and experience for the post.

For posts earmarked for reserved candidates, age relaxation will follow Govt. of India norms. No relaxation will be allowed in unreserved posts.

Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical)

Essential qualification: any one of the following.

  • MBBS/BVSc/BDS with three years post qualification experience
  • MBBS/BVSc/BDS + Post Graduate Degree (MD/MVSc./MDS/MPH) or any equivalent degree, including integrated PG Degrees
  • MBBS/BVSc/BDS with PhD
  • Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG Degrees, with three years post qualification experience or Ph.D.

Desirable:

  • Doctorate or M. Tech Degree in relevant subject or engineering subject from a recognized university for candidates with first class relevant degree
  • Additional Post-doctoral research/training experience in relevant subjects from recognized institute(s)
  • Knowledge of Computer Applications or Business Intelligence tools / Data Management
  • Two years R&D / Teaching experience in relevant subject after obtaining essential qualification

Project Research Scientist-II, (Non-Medical)

Essential: Post Graduate Degree in life science or equivalent, including the integrated PG Degrees, with three years post qualification experience or Ph.D. Desirable: Ph.D. in Life Science of Equivalent; R&D experience in relevant subject; Knowledge of Computer Applications /Data Management. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only.

Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical): Drone and Telemedicine Project

Essential: Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree in relevant subject. Desirable: Prior Experience in public health research, publication in peer-reviewed journals, field-based data collection, data management, and statistical analysis; proficiency in scientific report writing, research documentation, and coordination with state government authorities. Candidates willing to relocate to the field site will be preferred. The field work is under the i-DRONE Project in Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh.

Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical): Sero-surveillance Project

Essential: Post Graduate Degree, including the integrated PG degree in relevant subject. Desirable: Ph.D with experience in cloning, expression and purification of proteins & their molecular biology techniques, Or Ph.D in applied chemical science.

Consultant (Medical)

Essential: MBBS/BDS degree from a recognized university. Desirable: Prior experience in Clinical Trials, public health research, field-based patient follow-ups for SCD patients, data management; proficiency in scientific report writing, research documentation.

Project Nurse-IV

Essential: Degree in Nursing from an Institute recognized by Nursing Council of India with 3 years experience as staff Nurse.

Desirable:

  • Experience in clinical nursing, community health, public health research, or field-based health programmes
  • Experience in supervising field staff and coordinating data collection activities in healthcare settings
  • Experience in NCD/National Health programmes
  • Knowledge of local language and good communication skills

Project Nurse-III

Essential: Four year Nursing course. Desirable: Experience in clinical assessments, participant interviews, and field-based data collection; familiarity with NCD Screening; good communication and interpersonal skills; knowledge of the local language is desirable.

Project Field Officer

Essential: Graduate in Science/ relevant subjects from a recognized university with 3 years of work experience from a recognized institution, Or PG in relevant subject. Desirable: Graduate/Postgraduate degree in Social Sciences, Life Sciences, Public Health, Community Medicine, or related discipline with experience in field surveys, community-based research, data collection, participant coordination and field activities. Proficiency in MS Office, data handling and documentation, with good communication skills and willingness to undertake extensive field visits.

Project Technical Support-III (all three posts)

The essential qualification is the same for all three Project Technical Support-III posts: Three years graduate degree in relevant subject /field + three Years post qualification experience or PG in relevant subject /field. The desirable qualifications differ by project:

  • Sickle cell hydroxyurea trial: Candidate having degree in Social Work/ Life Science. Working in Population Studies will be given preference. Candidates with higher qualifications, candidates with experience of working in rural/ tribal areas, and knowledge of Computer Applications are also listed.
  • Dengue antigenic characterization project: Preference will be given to those who have training/ research job experience in Dengue Immunology, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Dengue pathophysiology, work on matrix metalloproteases (MMPs), Neuroimmunology, other viral diseases diagnostic or research or related field works (At M.Sc. or PhD level).
  • MRHRU, Jheet: Experience in Public health research, knowledge of data analysis, house hold or equivalent surveys. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only.

Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)

Essential: Graduate in any discipline with 2 years’ experience in administrative work. Desirable: Diploma in Office management or PGDCA form recognized university and knowledge of Hindi and English typing in computer is preferred.

Project Technical Support-II

Essential: 12th pass + two Years’ Experience in relevant subject/field. Desirable: Experience in Phlebotomy, Hematology, Biochemical and molecular investigations; Knowledge of Computer applications. Posting will be done at MRHRU, Jheet, Durg only.

Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical support-II)

Essential: 12th pass + two Years’ Experience in relevant subject/field. Desirable: DMLT; Research/fieldwork experience in different public health projects in a government, autonomous, PSU, or recognized organization; Knowledge of computer applications.

General Eligibility Conditions

  • Qualification and experience should be in the relevant discipline/field from an Institution of repute.
  • Experience should have been gained after acquiring the minimum essential qualification.
  • Persons already in regular time scale service under any Government Department / Organization are not eligible.
  • Preference will be given to local candidates and to those with higher qualification and work experience.
  • Meeting the essential qualification alone does not guarantee selection.

Candidates should check the official notification for the discipline-specific eligibility of each post.

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ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026 Job Description

PostWork Responsibility
Project Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-Medical)NGS & Bioinformatics analysis, Team supervision, Research work related to public health, establishment of laboratory, Biosafety, Serological molecular Diagnostic and microbial pathogen and quality control, Documentation and other related works assigned by the P.I.
Project Research Scientist-II, (Non-Medical)To develop and monitor the various research project, data analysis, manuscript writing and co-ordination with the state nodal officer and link medical college. Any other work assigned by the PI.
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical), drone and telemedicine projectTo assist in implementing and running the i-DRONE Project under the National Health Research Programme (NHRP) in Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh, particularly in remote, tribal and difficult-to-access terrains. To undertake field-based data collection, curation, validation and analysis related to drone-enabled healthcare logistics and the timely delivery of essential medical supplies to underserved areas. To assist in assessing field sites and to coordinate with healthcare facilities, stakeholders and State and District health authorities. To support the documentation of field activities, progress reports, data summaries and draft research articles under the Principal Investigator/Project Investigator. Any duties assigned by the Competent Authority.
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical), sero-surveillance projectPh.D with experience in cloning, expression and purification of proteins & to conduct lab and field related activities and performance of Elisa/ Luminax assay and as per order of PI.
Consultant (Medical)To supervise and coordinate project activities in the field to undertake follow-up, clinical data collection, curation, and monitoring of SCD patients as per the study protocol. To assist in data management, preparation of progress reports, and drafting of research articles under the guidance of the Principal Investigator. Any duties assigned by the Competent Authority.
Project Nurse-IVSupervise and coordinate the activities of field teams. Monitor data quality, completeness, and adherence to the study protocol. Participant follow-up and any work assigned by the PI.
Project Nurse-IIIConduct participant recruitment, informed consent, and baseline and follow-up assessments and any work assigned by the PI.
Project Field OfficerField visits and project activities at designated sites. Field surveys, interviews, community interactions and data collection as per the approved protocol. Coordination with participants, local authorities, health facilities and other stakeholders. Field records, registers, consent/documentation and daily activity reports. Data entry, verification, compilation and preliminary analysis of field data. Logistics for field activities, meetings and awareness programmes. Any other project-related duties assigned by the Project Investigator.
Project Technical Support-III, sickle cell hydroxyurea trialTo undertake project activities in the field. To undertake data collection, curation and follow-up of SCD patients. To assist in preparation of reports/ research articles as guided. Other duties assigned by the Competent Authority.
Project Technical Support-III, dengue projectWork related to antigenic characterization of virus, working in the Pathophysiology/ immunobiology of dengue viral disease, virus and/or cell culture, animal models and patients’ samples collection and other any works assigned by the P.I.
Project Technical Support-III, MRHRU JheetTo conduct the field based health survey, data monitoring and analysis.
Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin)To assist in the office administration, record keeping, salary preparation, procurement and other office related work. To assist research staff & PI in the field/Office.
Project Technical Support-IITo conduct the field based health survey, blood collection, laboratory investigations such as CBC, Biochemistry etc.
Project Lab Technician-2 (Project Technical support-II)Blood collection and laboratory investigations. Field surveys and data collection. Work related to different diseases of public health importance. Any other related work assigned by the Principal Investigator (PI).

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What to Bring

  • The application, filled in using the format given on the ICMR-NITHR website (www.nirth.res.in) and the ICMR, New Delhi website (www.main.icmr.nic.in)
  • Copies of certificates, attached to the application
  • Your complete address with Pin Code, Mobile number and E-mail ID, written in the application
  • Details of two responsible persons from your locality, or two references who know you

How to Apply

  1. Download the application format from www.nirth.res.in or www.main.icmr.nic.in.
  2. Fill in the application in full, with your complete address with Pin Code, Mobile number, E-mail ID and two references.
  3. Attach copies of your certificates.
  4. Bring the application to ICMR-NITHR, Jabalpur (M.P) on the walk-in date for your post.
  5. Submit it at the venue between 9 AM and 11 AM.

What Happens on the Day

ICMR-NITHR accepts applications at the venue from 9 AM to 11 AM only, and candidates are not allowed to enter after 11 AM. Late, delayed or incomplete applications will be rejected without any intimation. Only eligible candidates will be allowed to take the interview, and appointments follow the recommendations of the selection committee. Results and any changes will be posted on the institute’s website.

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Important Instructions

  • The posts are purely temporary and co-terminable with the project. The selected candidate will have no claim to a regular appointment in ICMR-NITHR, Jabalpur, ICMR or any organization of the Govt. of India.
  • The posts are contractual for the duration offered and may or may not be renewed, depending on satisfactory performance and requirement.
  • The stipend or consolidated emoluments of the project positions may vary from time to time. Leave will be as per the ICMR policy for project staff.
  • No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview in person or for joining the post. Candidates must arrange their own transport and accommodation.
  • Selected candidates must produce original documents of their qualification, age and experience before joining. If they are not found entitled, their selection will be cancelled immediately.
  • Canvassing in any form will be a disqualification. Submitting wrong or false information will disqualify the candidature at any stage.
  • The Director, ICMR-NITHR, Jabalpur reserves the right to consider or reject any application or candidature, and to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any time. The Director decides any matter not covered by the notice, and that decision is final and binding.
  • Any addendum or corrigendum will not be published in newspapers. It will appear only on the institute website (www.nirth.res.in).
  • Contact details printed in the notice: Tel: +91-761-2370800, email director-nirth@icmr.gov.in.

Important Links

LinkDetails
ICMR-NITHR Application FormApplication format for the walk-in interview (ICMR-NITHR website)
ICMR-NITHR Advt. No.- 06/2026-27 Notification PDFOfficial vacancy notification
ICMR-NITHR Official WebsiteResults, changes and any corrigendum

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ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. When is the ICMR-NITHR walk-in interview 2026?

The ICMR-NITHR walk-in interview is on 5 November 2026 for Project Research Scientist-II, Project Research Scientist-I, Consultant (Medical), Project Nurse-IV and Project Nurse-III. It is on 6 November 2026 for Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support-III, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin), Project Technical Support-II and Project Lab Technician-2.

Q2. What is the reporting time and venue for the ICMR-NITHR walk-in?

Applications are accepted between 9 AM and 11 AM only, and nobody is allowed into the venue after 11 AM. The venue is ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur Pin-482003.

Q3. How many vacancies are there in ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026?

There are 25 vacancies across 14 project positions under Advt. No.- 06/2026-27. Project Nurse-III has the most posts, with 10, followed by 2 each for Project Nurse-IV and Project Technical Support-II.

Q4. What is the qualification for ICMR-NITHR Project Nurse-III?

The essential qualification for Project Nurse-III is a Four year Nursing course. Experience in clinical assessments, participant interviews, field-based data collection and NCD Screening is desirable.

Q5. What is the age limit for ICMR-NITHR project posts?

The age limit is 40 years for Project Research Scientist-II, 35 years for Project Research Scientist-I, Project Nurse-IV, Project Field Officer and Project Technical Support-III, and 30 years for Project Nurse-III, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin), Project Technical Support-II and Project Lab Technician-2. Consultant (Medical) must not exceed 70 years. Age is counted as on the date of the walk-in interview.

Q6. What is the salary in ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026?

The consolidated monthly salary ranges from Rs. 20,000/- for Project Technical Support-II and Project Lab Technician-2 up to 67000/- for Project Research Scientist-II. Consultant (Medical) gets Rs. 64,000/- p.m. and Project Field Officer gets 28933/- p.m.

Q7. Is HRA paid on top of the ICMR-NITHR salary?

Yes, HRA is added to the consolidated salary for most posts. It is 20% for some posts and “as admissible” for others. The notice lists no HRA for Consultant (Medical) (Rs. 64,000/- p.m.) or Project Field Officer (28933/- p.m.).

Q8. What documents should I bring to the ICMR-NITHR walk-in interview?

Bring the filled application in the format from www.nirth.res.in or www.main.icmr.nic.in, with copies of your certificates attached. The application must include your full address with Pin Code, mobile number, e-mail ID and details of two references.

Q9. How is the selection made in ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026?

Selection is by walk-in interview. Only eligible candidates are allowed to take the interview, and appointments follow the selection committee’s recommendations. Preference goes to local candidates and those with higher qualification and work experience.

Q10. Is the ICMR-NITHR project job permanent?

No. The posts are temporary and contractual, for three months or until the Manpower Outsourcing GeM Contract is finalised, whichever is earlier, and are co-terminable with the project. Selected candidates have no claim to a regular appointment in ICMR-NITHR or ICMR.

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