Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) Recruitment 2026 notification has been released under Advertisement No. 1/2026 on the official website. A total of 179 vacancies have been announced across Group A, Group B, and Group C posts through the CCRUM Recruitment 2026.
Candidates who possess the required educational qualifications and fulfill the prescribed age criteria as mentioned in the official notification are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The online application process for CCRUM Recruitment 2026 started on 1 July 2026 (10:00 AM) and will remain open until 31 July 2026 (11:59 PM).
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links provided below in this article.
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out
The CCRUM Recruitment 2026 official notification (Advertisement No. 1/2026) has been released by the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, headquartered at Jawahar Lal Nehru Chikitsa Avum Homoeopathy Anusandhan Bhawan, Janakpuri, New Delhi. The notification covers 230+ vacancies across 23 posts in Group A, B, and C categories - ranging from Research Officers and Staff Nurses to Upper Division Clerks, Lower Division Clerks, and Multi-Tasking Staff. Candidates looking for the CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF can access the complete advertisement directly at www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in under the "Advertisement/Vacancy" tab.
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CCRUM Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India |
| Advertisement No. | 1/2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 179 Posts (Group A, B & C) |
| Job Location | New Delhi (HQ) and peripheral Institutes/Centres of CCRUM across India |
| Mode of Application | Online only |
| Official Website | www.ccrum.res.in / www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in |
| Application Start Date | 1 July 2026, 10:00 hours |
| Application Closing Date | 31 July 2026, 23:59 hours |
| Selection Process | Computer Based Test (CBT), Interview (Group A only), Skill/Typing/Driving Test (wherever applicable) |
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 10:00 hours, 1 July 2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application & Fee Payment | 23:59 hours, 31 July 2026 |
| Opening Date of Modification Window | 10:00 hours, 3 August 2026 |
| Closing Date of Modification Window | 23:59 hours, 5 August 2026 |
Note: Any change in the schedule will be updated on the official CCRUM website. Modification of successfully submitted applications is chargeable at Rs. 300/- per attempt.
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CCRUM Vacancy Details 2026 (Post-wise, incl. Reservation Break-up)
The table below gives the total number of posts along with category-wise reservation break-up for each post as notified in the advertisement.
Group A Posts
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Officer (Unani) | 16 (SC-08, ST-08) [Backlog Vacancies] |
| 2 | Research Officer (Pathology) | 02 (UR-02) |
| 3 | Research Officer (Physiology) | 01 (UR-01) |
1 post of Research Officer (Pathology) is reserved for PwBD (Blind/Low Vision).
Group B Posts
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 4 | Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 01 (UR-01) |
| 5 | Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 02 (UR-01, SC-01) |
| 6 | Staff Nurse | 07 (SC-02, ST-01, OBC-03, EWS-01) [incl. Backlog Vacancies] |
| 7 | Accounts Officer (HQ) | 01 (UR-01) |
| 8 | Research Assistant (Chemistry) | 02 (UR-01, ST-01) [incl. Backlog Vacancy] |
| 9 | Research Assistant (Botany) | 03 (UR-02, OBC-01) |
| 10 | Investigator (Statistics) | 03 (SC-02, ST-01) [Backlog Vacancies] |
| 11 | Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 12 (UR-07, SC-02, ST-02, EWS-01) |
| 12 | Library and Information Assistant (LIA) | 03 (UR-01, SC-01, OBC-01) |
| 13 | Proof Reader | 01 (UR-01) |
| 14 | Hindi Assistant | 02 (UR-02) |
2 posts of Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) are reserved for PwBD (Deaf/Hearing Impaired and Locomotor Disability categories).
Group C Posts
| S. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | Pharmacist | 06 (UR-02, SC-01, ST-01, OBC-02) [incl. Backlog Vacancies] |
| 16 | Social Worker | 02 (SC-01, OBC-01) [Backlog Vacancies] |
| 17 | Radiographer | 01 (OBC-01) [Backlog Vacancy] |
| 18 | Compounder | 03 (SC-01, OBC-02) [Backlog Vacancies] |
| 19 | Stenographer Grade-III | 07 (UR-05, ST-01, OBC-01) |
| 20 | Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 31 (UR-15, SC-04, ST-02, OBC-08, EWS-02) |
| 21 | Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 26 (UR-13, SC-03, ST-02, OBC-07, EWS-01) |
| 22 | Staff Car Driver | 04 (UR-03, OBC-01) |
| 23 | Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 43 (UR-04, SC-08, ST-09, OBC-22) [incl. Backlog Vacancies] |
6 posts in Group C are reserved for PwBD candidates (2 each in UDC, LDC, and MTS). Ex-Servicemen (ESM) reservation applies to UDC (03), Stenographer Grade-III (01), LDC (02), and MTS (04).
Note: Vacancies are subject to increase or decrease at the discretion of CCRUM. Vacancies notified include backlog vacancies of earlier recruitment years, so the 50% reservation stipulation may be exceeded for some posts.
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Essential Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani) | PG Degree (MD/MS) in Unani System of Medicine from a University/Institution recognized by NCISM (formerly CCIM); enrolment on Central Registrar of NCISM/CCIM or State Register of Unani/ISM |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | MD in Pathology from an MCI-recognized University/Institution; enrolment on Central/State Medical Register |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | Master's Degree in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Human Genetics/Genetics Engineering plus 3 years' relevant research experience, or Ph.D. in the relevant subject |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | M.Sc in Pharmacology or M.V.Sc Degree; aptitude for research; knowledge of Urdu/Arabic/Persian desirable |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Master's Degree in concerned discipline plus 3 years' research/teaching experience, or Ph.D. in concerned discipline |
| Staff Nurse | B.Sc (Hons)/Regular/Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing plus registration as Nurse/Nurse & Midwife with State Nursing Council (or Diploma in GNM with 1 year hospital experience) |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Degree from a recognized University/Institute plus 3 years' experience in Cash, Accounts and Budget work in Govt./PSU/Autonomous/Statutory Body |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | PG degree in the concerned discipline; aptitude for research |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | PG degree in the concerned discipline; aptitude for research |
| Investigator (Statistics) | Master's degree in Statistics/Mathematics (with Statistics) plus 3 years' statistical work experience, or Ph.D. in Statistics |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with 2 years' relevant experience |
| Library and Information Assistant (LIA) | Degree plus Degree in Library Science from a recognized Institution/University |
| Proof Reader | Degree plus Diploma in Books Publishing/Production/Printing Technology/Marketing (1 year) with 3 years' experience |
| Hindi Assistant | Degree with Hindi knowledge equal to B.A. standard, ability to translate English to Hindi and vice versa |
| Pharmacist | 10+2 with Science plus 2-year Diploma in Pharmacy; registration with State/Central Pharmacy Council |
| Social Worker | Degree plus Diploma in Social Work with 1 year experience, or Master's Degree in Sociology |
| Radiographer | 10+2 with Science plus 2-year Diploma/Certificate in Radiography with 1 year experience |
| Compounder | Matriculation plus Certificate of training as Compounder in Unani System of Medicine (min. 1 year) with 2 years' experience |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Matriculation; Shorthand 80 wpm and typewriting 40 wpm; working knowledge of Computer |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Degree from a recognized University; knowledge of Computer desirable |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 12th Class or equivalent; typing speed 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on Computer |
| Staff Car Driver | Matriculation; valid driving licence for Motor Cars/LMV; 3 years' driving experience; knowledge of motor mechanism |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Matriculation or equivalent, or ITI pass in relevant subject |
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit (Post-wise)
| Post Name | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani/Pathology/Physiology) | Not exceeding 40 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | Up to 30 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Up to 35 years |
| Staff Nurse | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Up to 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry/Botany) | Up to 30 years |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 30 years and below |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Library and Information Assistant (LIA) | Up to 28 years |
| Proof Reader | 30 years and below |
| Hindi Assistant | Up to 30 years |
| Pharmacist | Between 18-25 years |
| Social Worker | Up to 28 years |
| Radiographer | Between 18-25 years |
| Compounder | 28 years and below |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Up to 28 years |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Between 18-27 years |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Between 18-27 years |
| Staff Car Driver | Between 18-25 years |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Between 18-25 years |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC-NCL, 10 years for PwBD (UR), 13 years for PwBD (OBC-NCL), and 15 years for PwBD (SC/ST). Government servants get relaxation up to 5 years as per instructions. The maximum age limit after combining all cumulative age relaxations shall be 56 years. Age relaxation for reserved category candidates is admissible only against vacancies reserved for that category.
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CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Salary Structure (Pay Level-wise)
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani/Pathology/Physiology) | Level-10 | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500/- (plus NPA as admissible) |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology, Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Level-7 | Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/- |
| Staff Nurse | Level-7 | Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/- |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Level-7 | Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/- |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry/Botany), Investigator (Statistics), MLT, LIA, Proof Reader, Hindi Assistant | Level-6 | Rs. 35,400 - 1,12,400/- |
| Pharmacist, Social Worker, Radiographer | Level-5 | Rs. 29,200 - 92,300/- |
| Compounder | Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 - 81,100/- |
| Stenographer Grade-III, Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Level-4 | Rs. 25,500 - 81,100/- |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Staff Car Driver | Level-2 | Rs. 19,900 - 63,200/- |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 | Rs. 18,000 - 56,900/- |
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Post Category | Processing Fee (All Candidates) | Examination Fee - UR/OBC | Examination Fee - SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Women/ESM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 1,500/- | Nil |
| Group B | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 1,000/- | Nil |
| Group C | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 800/- | Nil |
Application fee is payable only through online payment gateway (Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI). All candidates, including fee-exempted categories, must pay the non-refundable Processing Fee. Bank charges plus GST are levied extra depending on the payment mode. Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay separate fees for each post.
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
- Group A Posts: Online Computer Based Test (CBT) of 70 marks followed by an Interview of 30 marks. Interview shortlisting ratio: 1:5 for 1 vacancy, 1:4 for 2 vacancies, 1:3 for 3 and above vacancies.
- Group B & C Posts: Selection is based only on the online CBT examination of 100 marks, followed by a qualifying Skill Test wherever applicable (LDC, Stenographer Grade-III, Staff Car Driver).
- The CBT will be bilingual (English and Hindi) except MTS, which has no negative marking. There is 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer for all other posts.
- Minimum qualifying marks in CBT: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD candidates and 30% for all other categories (UR, OBC, EWS, ESM).
- Skill Test for Stenographer Grade-III: dictation at 80 wpm for 10 minutes (English/Hindi), transcribed on computer; qualifying in nature.
- Skill Test for LDC: typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer; qualifying in nature.
- Translation Skill Test for Hindi Assistant: descriptive translation examination of 800-1000 words in English and Hindi.
- Driving Test for Staff Car Driver: qualifying in nature, as per Competent Authority procedures.
- CBT duration: 100 minutes for all candidates (130 minutes for PwBD candidates with compensatory time), for both Group A and Group B/C posts.
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Required Documents
- Latest passport-size colour photograph (light background, taken in 2026) and scanned signature in black ink
- Valid Government photo ID proof (Voter ID, Passport, PAN, or Driving Licence)
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets as per eligibility criteria
- Caste/category certificate for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwBD candidates in the prescribed Central Government format
- Disability certificate for PwBD candidates as per Central Government norms
- Discharge certificate for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) candidates
- No Objection Certificate (NoC) for candidates already in Government service
- Experience certificates, wherever applicable to the post
How to Apply Online for CCRUM Recruitment 2026?
- Visit the official CCRUM website: www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in and go to the "Advertisement/Vacancy" tab.
- Step 1 - Create Account: Register using your full name, father's/mother's name, gender, date of birth, mobile number, e-mail ID, and a valid Government ID proof to generate a Login ID (Reference Number) and password.
- Step 2 - Complete Profile: Log in and fill in personal details, category/sub-category, upload photograph, signature, caste/category certificate, PwBD certificate, and basic qualification certificates.
- Step 3 - Apply for Post(s): Select the desired post, fill post-specific details, upload post-specific documents, and proceed to payment. This step can be repeated for each additional post.
- Pay the applicable Processing Fee and Examination Fee online through Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI.
- Download the duly filled application form and payment receipt from the Dashboard for future reference. Do not send it to CCRUM by post.
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions
- Only online applications through the official CCRUM website will be accepted; applications sent by post, e-mail, or any other mode will be rejected.
- Candidates should apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute website load issues.
- Candidates can apply for more than one post, but must submit separate applications with separate fees for each post.
- Once an application is submitted, no edits are allowed except through the paid Modification Window (3-5 August 2026).
- Admit cards will be hosted only on the registration portal and will not be sent by post or e-mail.
- Calculators, mobile phones, smartwatches, and other electronic/communication devices are strictly banned inside the examination hall.
- Candidates must carry a valid photo ID and admit card to the examination centre; biometric data will be captured at the test centre.
- Test centres are located in New Delhi/Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati; CCRUM reserves the right to add/remove/change centres.
- The posts carry All India transfer liability, and candidates must be willing to serve at any peripheral Institute/Centre of CCRUM.
- Selection is purely provisional, subject to verification of eligibility, documents, and character/antecedents.
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