ICMR Recruitment 2026

Applications are invited for recruitment of various administrative positions or career in ICMR in 2026.

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is inviting applications from eligible candidates for recruitment to the posts or career of Director in 2026.

Name of post : Director

No. of posts : 5

Pay : Level-14 of Pay Matrix (Rs.1,44,200-2,18,200) (7th CPC) and usual allowances as admissible to ICMR employee

Eligibility Criteria :

By Direct Recruitment:

i) Essential Qualification:

MD/MS or equivalent degree recognised by MCI/NMC

OR

MBBS or equivalent degree recognised by MCI/NMC with MPH from a recognised University.

OR

Masterโ€™s Degree in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences or MBBS or equivalent degree, recognised by MCI/NMC, with Ph.D. from a recognised University in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.

Essential Experience:

15 years

a. 05 Years in a managerial position and has handled R&D projects independently (viz. PI or Co-PI of Scientific studies, Head of Research Groups/ Centres/ Institutes/ Laboratories)

AND

b. 02 Years regular service in the pay matrix level-13-A or 07 Years regular service in the pay matrix
level-13, or equivalent as amended from time to time

By Deputation (Including Short Term Contract) / Absorption:

Scientists from the Central Government or State Government or recognized autonomous organisations of the Central Government or State Government or Research Institutes or Universities :

a. Holding analogous post on regular basis; or

b. Possessing the same essential qualifications and experience prescribed for direct recruits

How to apply :

Candidates should apply only through the website https://recruitment.icmr.org.in .

Last date for submission of applications is 30th November 2026 up to 5:30 PM

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