Job Description
Overview
The Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), Jabalpur, has announced a recruitment drive for 25 contractual project positions. These roles are essential for supporting ongoing research initiatives and administrative functions within the institute. The engagement is temporary, initially for three months or until the finalization of the Manpower Outsourcing GeM contract, whichever occurs earlier.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducting field-based research activities and data collection in tribal areas.
- Assisting senior scientists in laboratory experiments and diagnostic procedures.
- Managing administrative documentation, office records, and correspondence.
- Providing technical support for IT-related tasks and software maintenance.
- Coordinating with project teams to ensure timely completion of research milestones.
- Maintaining inventory and equipment logs for project-specific requirements.
Why Apply
Working with ICMR-NITHR offers a unique opportunity to contribute to public health research in India. Selected candidates gain valuable experience in a premier research environment, enhancing their professional skills and career prospects in the medical and scientific sectors.
Important Dates
- Walk-in Interview (Posts 1-10): 05 October 2026
- Walk-in Interview (Posts 11-22): 06 October 2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Quick Facts
- Total Vacancies: 25
- Salary: Up to ₹78,000 + HRA
- Location: Jabalpur, MP
- Category: Medical Research
ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 Overview
End Date
06 Oct 2026
Exam Date
05 Oct 2026
Salary
₹18,000 - ₹78,000
Vacancies
25
Eligibility
10th, Diploma, Graduate, PG, MBBS, PhD
Vacancy Details
- Project Research Scientist III: 1
- Project Research Scientist II: 1
- Project Research Scientist I: 6
- Project Administrative Officer: 1
- Project Field Officer: 1
- Project Technical Support III: 8
- Project Technical Support II: 2
- Project Technical Support I: 2
- Project Assistant Multipurpose: 1
- Project MTS: 1
- Total: 25
How to Apply
- Visit the official website at www.nirth.res.in or www.main.icmr.nic.in to download the application form.
- Fill in all required details including personal information, contact details, and educational background.
- Prepare self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates, including age proof, educational qualifications, and experience documents.
- Ensure you have two references from your locality as requested in the form.
- Report to the ICMR-NITHR office in Jabalpur on the scheduled interview date between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
- Submit the completed application form along with the required documents at the venue.
- Retain a copy of the submitted application for your personal records.
Cutoff Marks
Not applicable.
Application Fee
No application fee is required for any category.
Age Limit
27 to 45 years depending on the post, with relaxation for reserved categories as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection process is conducted through a walk-in interview at the ICMR-NITHR campus in Jabalpur. Candidates are evaluated based on their essential qualifications, relevant experience, and performance during the interview. Only those meeting the eligibility criteria will be permitted to appear. Original documents and self-attested copies must be presented for verification. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee selection, as the committee reserves the right to assess candidates based on project needs.
Exam Pattern
Not applicable; selection is based on a walk-in interview process.
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Organization
ICMR-NITHR
Website: https://www.nirth.res.in/
The Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), located in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, is a premier research institute under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Established to address the health challenges of tribal populations, the institute conducts extensive research on communicable and non-communicable diseases. It serves as a hub for public health studies, providing scientific evidence to improve health outcomes for marginalized communities across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a recruitment drive by the ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research, Jabalpur, for 25 temporary project-based positions including Research Scientists, Technical Support, and Field Officers.
There are a total of 25 vacancies across 22 different contractual posts. These include various levels of Research Scientists, Technical Support staff, and administrative roles.
This is a walk-in interview recruitment. You need to download the application form from the official website, fill it out, and attend the interview at the ICMR-NITHR office in Jabalpur on the specified dates.
The walk-in interviews are scheduled for 05 October 2026 for posts 1 to 10, and 06 October 2026 for posts 11 to 22. Reporting time is between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Qualifications vary by post. They range from 10th pass with relevant diploma/experience for support staff to MBBS, PG degrees, or PhD for Research Scientist positions.
No, there is no application fee mentioned in the official notification for any of the posts.
The age limit varies from 27 to 45 years depending on the specific post. Age relaxation is provided for SC, ST, and OBC candidates as per government norms.
The consolidated monthly salary ranges from ₹18,000 for entry-level support posts to ₹78,000 plus HRA for senior Research Scientist positions.
