GMC Haldwani Scientist B Recruitment 2026 – Walkin

The walk-in interview for Scientist B (Medical/Non Medical) at Government Medical College (Rajkiya Medical College), Haldwani is on 19 November 2026 at the Principal Office, GMC, Haldwani (U.K.). One post is to be filled purely on contract basis in the Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL), under a DHR-ICMR project. The pay is Rs. 67,000 + HRA per month for a Medical candidate and Rs. 56,000 + HRA per month for a Non-Medical candidate, and the age limit is up to 35 years as on 21.09.2026.

GMC Haldwani Recruitment 2026 Walk-in Interview Date, Time and Venue

The official notification does not specify the application fee or a reporting time for the walk-in interview.

About the Laboratory

The Virus Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) works at Government Medical College, Rampur Road, Haldwani (Nainital) - 263139, Uttarakhand. The post serves the scheme entitled "Setting up and strengthening of Nation-wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National Calamities", and the salary follows DHR/ICMR norms. The notice states that the posts are not under GMC, Haldwani establishment.

Posts and Eligibility

There is one post of Scientist B (Medical/Non Medical). A candidate may qualify through the Medical stream or the Non-Medical stream, and the pay differs by stream. The age limit is up to 35 years, counted on the cut-off date 21.09.2026. The notice prints no age relaxation.

Non-Medical Essential Qualification

• B.Tech Biotechnology with 2 years experience from a recognized university; OR
• First class Master's degree in relevant subject from a recognized university; OR
• Second class M.Sc. + Ph.D degree in relevant subject from a recognized university.

Desirable Qualifications (Medical)

• MD in the related subject from a recognized university for candidates with first class relevant degree.
• Knowledge of Computer Applications or Business Intelligence tools / Data Management.
• Two years R&D / Teaching experience in relevant subject after obtaining essential qualification.
• Note in the notice: MD or degree in relevant subjects shall be treated equivalent to three years experience.

Desirable Qualifications (Non-Medical)

• Doctorate degree in Virology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Parasitology / Immunology from recognized university/ institutes.
• Additional research / training experience in Virology / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Parasitology / Immunology.
• Knowledge of computer applications or business intelligence tools/ data management.

The prescribed qualification is the minimum, and holding it does not by itself entitle a candidate to selection. Candidates must check their own eligibility. Even after qualifying in the selection process, a candidate may be disqualified if found not to meet the essential eligibility criteria. For the full eligibility of the post, see the official notification.

Pay and Terms of the Contract

• Salary is as per DHR/ICMR norms and may be revised from time to time when DHR/ICMR revises staff salary.
• The assignment is purely on contract basis for a period up to 11 months.
• The contract expires automatically on 11 months, or earlier if the funding agency withdraws support.
• The appointment gives no right to claim regular appointment, permanent absorption in VRDL, GMC, Haldwani or continued contractual employment.
• The appointment can be terminated at any time without notice if the investigator finds performance not satisfactory.
• The appointee may leave with one-month prior notice; failing that, the appointee may be held responsible for paying one-month salary.
• Leave is governed by the leave policy of the funding agency.
• The appointment is full time and private practice of any type is prohibited.
• The appointee may have to work in shifts, can be posted at any place in the Institute including field visits, and may be put on night duty in emergencies.

What to Bring

Candidates attend the walk-in interview directly; no application is sent in advance. Bring the following:

• 02 sets of the duly filled application form in the prescribed format (the form, the undertaking and the declaration are printed in the notice).
• Two recent passport size colored photographs (one self-attested photograph is pasted on the form).
• 2 sets of self-attested photocopies of date of birth certificate, educational/professional qualification certificates and experience certificates.
• List of publications.
• No Objection Certificate from the current employer, for candidates who are in a job.
• All relevant original documents supporting the details given in the application.

Annexure-I of the form lists the enclosures: Date of Birth Certificate, Matriculation Certificate, Graduation Certificate, M.D./M.Sc. Certificate, Ph.D. Certificate, Experience Certificate and any other relevant document.

What Happens on the Day

The interview is conducted at GMC Haldwani. Originals must be produced during the interview, and incomplete applications or applications not accompanied by originals will be summarily rejected. The decision of the competent authority on selection is final, and no representation will be entertained.

Important Instructions

• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• The number of staff can be increased or reduced depending on the budget and the funding agency.
• Canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification.
• False information or suppression of facts makes the candidate liable for removal from service and other action.
• No individual intimation will be sent; information about the advertisement will be displayed on the GMC, Haldwani website.
• The Competent Authority reserves the right to amend, cancel or change the advertisement without giving reasons.
• All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the Court of Law at Haldwani.

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