ICMR Mega-Recruitment: Scientist-E (Non-Medical) in Level-13 Pay Matrix (₹1.23 Lakh/Month)
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The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), an Autonomous Organization under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Govt. of India, invites online applications from Indian Citizens for a high-level research position.
The selected candidate will be appointed on a regular basis under Direct Recruitment, with an initial posting for three years at Delhi/NCR, and subsequent all-India transfer liability.
💼 Key Vacancy Details
| Category | Information |
| Post Title | Scientist-E (Non-Medical) |
| Number of Posts | 01 (One) |
| Pay Matrix Level | Level-13 (₹1,23,100 – ₹2,15,900) (7th CPC Scale) |
| Upper Age Limit | 50 years (Relaxable as per GOI instructions) |
| Application Deadline | November 10, 2025 (up to 5:30 PM) |
| Application Link | recruit.icmr.org.in |
🎓 Essential Qualifications and Experience
This position requires a significant combination of high academic achievement and extensive experience in biomedical/health research.
Essential Qualifications
- Masters Degree with a Ph.D. from a recognized University in any of the following subjects:
- Pharma & Chemistry: Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Toxicology.
- Biotech & Life Sciences: Biochemistry, Biology/Bio Science, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Virology, Genetics/Medical Genetics, Entomology/Medical Entomology, Zoology, Botany, Bio-Informatics.
- Social & Allied Sciences: Anthropology, Sociology, Social work, Food & Nutrition, Economics (specialization in Health Economics), Psychology, Biostatistics/Statistics, Public Health.
- Clinical: Any clinical subject (Internal medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Community Medicine, etc.) or any other relevant subject in Medicine/Bio-Medical Sciences.
Essential Experience
- 10 Years of experience in Research & Development related to Biomedical Sciences, relevant to the job requirements, in a Govt/Public sector/Private Institution.
- This experience must include 2 Years of Managerial Experience.
Experience Equivalence Notes:
- Ph.D. degree is considered equivalent to 4 years of experience.
- MD/MS or equivalent is considered equivalent to 3 years of experience.
- MVSc is considered equivalent to 2 years of experience.
- MPH/M.Tech/ME will NOT be considered as any experience.
Desirable Experience
- Specific experience in Maternal, Child Health & Nutrition.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Status |
| General / OBC | ₹1500/- (Non-refundable) | Required |
| SC/ST/Women/PwBD/EWS | Exempted | Exempted |
The fee must be paid online through the link provided in the application form.
📌 Application & Shortlisting Instructions
- How to Apply: Candidates must apply only through the online mode on the ICMR recruitment portal.
- Documents: Self-attested copies of proof of Date of Birth, Educational qualifications, and Experience must be invariably uploaded with the online application. Incomplete applications or those without supportive documents will be rejected.
- NOC: Applicants working in Centre/State Govt. Departments/PSUs must submit a “No Objection Certificate” from their employer at the time of the personal discussion (interview).
- Shortlisting Criteria: While initial shortlisting covers all candidates meeting minimum age, educational qualification, and experience criteria, ICMR may further shortlist candidates if the number is high. Preference may be given to candidates with higher experience in relevant fields or higher educational qualifications.
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