Job Description

Overview

The Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), Kolkata, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has announced an opening for Security Guard positions. This recruitment is facilitated through an outsourcing agency, M/s. Smart Security of India, to manage security operations at the institute premises. The role is essential for maintaining safety and order within the hospital and research facility environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and patrol the institute premises to ensure a secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
  • Control access points, verifying the identity of individuals entering or leaving the facility.
  • Maintain detailed logs of daily security activities, incidents, and visitor movements.
  • Respond promptly to emergency situations, alarms, or security breaches within the campus.
  • Coordinate with local law enforcement or emergency services when necessary to handle critical incidents.
  • Ensure that all security protocols and standard operating procedures are strictly followed during shifts.

Why Apply

This position offers an opportunity to serve in a premier national cancer research institute, contributing to the safety of a vital healthcare facility. It provides a structured work environment with statutory benefits like PF and ESIC, ensuring financial security for the engaged personnel.

Important Dates

  • Application Start Date: 16 July 2026
  • Last Date for Receipt of Application: 26 July 2026

Quick Facts

  • Vacancy Count: 10
  • Pay: As per Central Minimum Wage
  • Location: Kolkata, West Bengal
  • Category: Other Jobs

CNCI Security Guard Recruitment 2026 Overview

Registration Date
16 Jul 2026 – 26 Jul 2026
Salary
As per Central Minimum Wage
Vacancies
10
Eligibility
Ex-servicemen, ex-policemen, or ex-paramilitary personnel

Vacancy Details

  • Security Guard: 10 Posts

How to Apply

  1. Download the official notification and the prescribed application format from the CNCI website.
  2. Fill in all required personal details, including name, address, contact information, and academic/experience history.
  3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph (not older than 3 months) on the designated space.
  4. Attach self-attested copies of the 10th certificate, Aadhaar card, and Pension Payment Order or Release Order.
  5. Send the completed application via Speed Post to the Office of the Director, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Street No-299, DJ Block, Action Area-1D, Newtown, Kolkata – 700160.
  6. Alternatively, submit the scanned application and documents via email to the official address provided in the notification.
  7. Ensure the application reaches the office by 26 July 2026.
  8. Retain a photocopy of the submitted application for future reference.

Cutoff Marks

Not applicable

Application Fee

No application fee is required for this recruitment. There are no charges mentioned for any category.

Age Limit

Maximum 55 years. Age relaxation is provided equivalent to the number of years of experience for candidates meeting essential criteria.

Selection Process

The selection process is managed by a duly constituted Screening Committee and Selection Committee. The committee evaluates candidates based on their experience and background. The Director of CNCI serves as the Competent Authority to finalize the engagement. The decision of the authority regarding shortlisting and final selection is considered final and binding on all applicants. No specific written test or physical test details are provided in the official notification.

Exam Pattern

No written examination or specific exam pattern is mentioned in the official notification for this recruitment.

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Organization

The Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI) is a premier cancer research and treatment center located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Established in 1950, it functions under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The institute is dedicated to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer through advanced research, clinical services, and public health initiatives. It serves as a major hub for oncology research and provides specialized medical care to patients across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

CNCI, Kolkata has invited applications for 10 vacancies of Security Guard, to be engaged through the outsourcing agency M/s. Smart Security of India, under Advertisement No. CNCI/Outsourcing/2026/Security.

Ex-servicemen, ex-policemen, or ex-paramilitary personnel who are Indian Nationals and meet the age and conduct criteria mentioned in the notification are eligible to apply.

The maximum age limit is 55 years, with age relaxation equivalent to years of experience given to candidates with higher experience.

The notification lists the qualification as 'NA' — no specific educational qualification has been prescribed for this post.

Salary will be paid as per Central Minimum Wage, along with PF, ESIC, and other statutory benefits, through the outsourcing agency.

No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.

Applications must be submitted offline, either by Speed Post to the CNCI office in Newtown, Kolkata, or by email to the official address, using the prescribed application format.

The advertisement table mentions 28.07.2026 (5:00 PM) as the last date, while the 'How to Apply' section mentions 26.07.2026 (5:00 PM). Candidates are advised to apply before 26.07.2026 to be safe.

Copy of Madhyamik/10th Certificate (proof of age), copy of Aadhaar Card, Pension Payment Order/Release Order, and a recent passport-size photograph.

No. The notification clearly states that candidates will be engaged through the outsourcing agency only, initially for up to one year, and will have no claim to regular employment at the Institute.
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