ICMR-NITHR Project Research Scientist, Project Technical Support, Project MTS and More Notification 2026 has been released by the Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), Jabalpur through Advertisement No. 05/2026-27. A total of 25 vacancies have been announced across 22 different contractual project posts through the ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026.
Candidates with qualifications ranging from 10th pass with relevant diploma/experience to MBBS, postgraduate degrees and PhD, depending on the post, are eligible to apply for these ICMR-NITHR vacancies. The available positions include Project Research Scientist I/II/III, Project Administrative Officer, Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support I/II/III, Senior Project Assistant, Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) and Project MTS.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the ICMR-NITHR walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), Jabalpur, under the Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, has released the ICMR-NITHR Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of Project Research Scientist, Project Administrative Officer, Project Field Officer, Project Technical Support, Senior Project Assistant, Project Assistant Multipurpose and Project MTS posts. A total of 25 vacancies across 22 contractual posts have been announced through walk-in interviews scheduled on 05 and 06 October 2026.
ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Council of Medical Research - National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR NITHR) |
| Advertisement No. | 05/2026-27 |
| Total Posts | 22 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Nature of Job | Temporary/Contractual (3 months or till Manpower Outsourcing GeM Contract finalisation, whichever is earlier) |
| Job Location | Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur, MP - 482003 |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Application Fee | Not specified in the notification |
| Official Websites | www.nirth.res.in, www.main.icmr.nic.in |
ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Walk-in interview - Posts 1 to 10 | 05-10-2026, 9:00 AM onwards |
| Walk-in interview - Posts 11 to 22 | 06-10-2026, 9:00 AM onwards |
| Interview entry window | 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM only |
ICMR NITHR Vacancy 2026 Details (Post-wise)
| Sl. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist III (Medical/Non-medical) | 1 |
| 2 | Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| 3 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| 4 | Project Research Scientist I (Medical) | 1 |
| 5 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical, Social Science) | 1 |
| 6 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| 7 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| 8 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| 9 | Project Administrative Officer | 1 |
| 10 | Project Field Officer | 1 |
| 11 | Project Technical Support III | 1 |
| 12 | Project Technical Support III | 3 |
| 13 | Project Technical Support III | 2 |
| 14 | Project Technical Support III | 1 |
| 15 | Senior Project Assistant | 1 |
| 16 | Project Technical Support III | 1 |
| 17 | Project Technical Support II | 1 |
| 18 | Project Technical Support II | 1 |
| 19 | Project Technical Support I | 1 |
| 20 | Project Technical Support I | 1 |
| 21 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | 1 |
| 22 | Project MTS | 1 |
| Total Vacancies | 25 | |
Abbreviations: UR - Unreserved, EWS - Economically Weaker Section, SC - Scheduled Caste, ST - Scheduled Tribe, OBC - Other Backward Class.
ICMR NITHR Qualification (Post-wise Essential Qualification)
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist III | MBBS/BVSc/BDS + PG degree (MD/MVSc/MDS/MPH) with 3 years' post-qualification experience; OR MBBS/BVSc/BDS with MPH/PhD + 3 years' experience; OR PG degree with 5 years' experience; OR PhD + 2 years' experience |
| 2 | Project Research Scientist II | PG degree with 3 years' post-qualification experience, or PhD |
| 3 | Project Research Scientist I (EWS) | PG degree in relevant subject |
| 4 | Project Research Scientist I, Medical (OBC) | MBBS/BVSc/BDS or equivalent |
| 5 | Project Research Scientist I, Social Science (UR) | PG degree in relevant subject |
| 6 | Project Research Scientist I (UR) | PG degree in relevant subject |
| 7 | Project Research Scientist I (UR) | PG degree in relevant subject |
| 8 | Project Research Scientist I (SC) | PG degree in relevant subject |
| 9 | Project Administrative Officer | Bachelor's degree + minimum 3 years' experience under Government/statutory/autonomous body/university/PSU with knowledge of MS Office |
| 10 | Project Field Officer | Graduate in Science/relevant subject + 3 years' work experience from a recognized institution |
| 11 | Project Technical Support III (ST) | 3-year graduate degree in relevant subject + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 12 | Project Technical Support III (SC/EWS/OBC) | 3-year graduate degree + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 13 | Project Technical Support III (UR) | 3-year graduate degree in life science + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 14 | Project Technical Support III (OBC) | 3-year graduate degree + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 15 | Senior Project Assistant | 3-year graduate degree + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 16 | Project Technical Support III (SC) | 3-year graduate degree + 3 years' experience, or PG in relevant subject |
| 17 | Project Technical Support II (UR) | 12th in Bio Science + Diploma (MLT/DMLT) + 5 years' experience; OR 3-year graduate degree + 2 years' experience; OR M.Sc. |
| 18 | Project Technical Support II (OBC) | 12th in Science + Diploma (MLT/DMLT) + 5 years' experience; OR 3-year graduate degree + 2 years' experience |
| 19 | Project Technical Support I (SC) | 10th + Diploma (MLT/DMLT/ITI) + 2 years' experience; OR 3-year graduate degree + 1 year experience |
| 20 | Project Technical Support I (UR) | 10th + Diploma (ITI-IT/DCA) + 2 years' experience; OR 3-year graduate degree (IT/Computer) + 1 year experience |
| 21 | Project Assistant Multipurpose, Admin (ST) | Graduate in any discipline + 2 years' administrative experience |
| 22 | Project MTS (UR) | 10th class + 2 years of experience |
Desirable qualifications and preferences vary by post; refer to the official notification PDF for full details of each position.
ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist III (Medical/Non-medical) | Not exceeding 45 years |
| 2 | Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) | Not exceeding 40 years |
| 3 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 4 | Project Research Scientist I (Medical) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 5 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical, Social Science) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 6 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | Not exceeding 35 years (OBC +3 yrs) |
| 7 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | Not exceeding 35 years (SC +5 yrs) |
| 8 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 9 | Project Administrative Officer | Not exceeding 40 years |
| 10 | Project Field Officer | Not exceeding 35 years (OBC +3 yrs) |
| 11 | Project Technical Support III | Not exceeding 35 years (ST +5 yrs) |
| 12 | Project Technical Support III | Not exceeding 35 years (relaxable per category) |
| 13 | Project Technical Support III | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 14 | Project Technical Support III | Not exceeding 35 years (OBC +3 yrs) |
| 15 | Senior Project Assistant | Not exceeding 35 years (SC +5 yrs) |
| 16 | Project Technical Support III | Not exceeding 35 years |
| 17 | Project Technical Support II | Not exceeding 30 years |
| 18 | Project Technical Support II | Not exceeding 30 years (OBC +3 yrs) |
| 19 | Project Technical Support I | Not exceeding 28 years (SC +5 yrs) |
| 20 | Project Technical Support I | Not exceeding 28 years (OBC +3 yrs) |
| 21 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | Not exceeding 30 years (ST +5 yrs) |
| 22 | Project MTS | Not exceeding 27 years |
Candidates should ensure that they fulfill the prescribed age criteria. Calculate your exact age using our Age Calculator before submitting your application to confirm your eligibility.
ICMR NITHR Salary 2026
Consolidated monthly salary ranges from ₹18,000 (Project MTS, Project Technical Support I) to ₹78,000 + 20% HRA (Project Research Scientist III), depending on the post.
| Sl. No. | Post Name | Salary (Consolidated/p.m.) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist III (Medical/Non-medical) | ₹78,000 + 20% HRA |
| 2 | Project Research Scientist II (Non-Medical) | ₹67,000 + 20% HRA |
| 3 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | ₹56,000 + 20% HRA |
| 4 | Project Research Scientist I (Medical) | ₹67,000 + 20% HRA |
| 5 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical, Social Science) | ₹56,000 + 20% HRA |
| 6 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | ₹56,000 + 20% HRA |
| 7 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | ₹56,000 + 20% HRA |
| 8 | Project Research Scientist I (Non-Medical) | ₹56,000 + 20% HRA |
| 9 | Project Administrative Officer | ₹50,000 p.m. |
| 10 | Project Field Officer | ₹28,933 p.m. |
| 11 | Project Technical Support III | ₹28,000 + 20% HRA |
| 12 | Project Technical Support III | ₹28,000 + 20% HRA |
| 13 | Project Technical Support III | ₹28,000 + 20% HRA |
| 14 | Project Technical Support III | ₹28,000 + 20% HRA |
| 15 | Senior Project Assistant | ₹29,200 p.m. |
| 16 | Project Technical Support III | ₹28,000 + 20% HRA |
| 17 | Project Technical Support II | ₹20,000 + 20% HRA |
| 18 | Project Technical Support II | ₹20,000 + 18% HRA |
| 19 | Project Technical Support I | ₹18,000 + 20% HRA |
| 20 | Project Technical Support I | ₹18,000 + 20% HRA |
| 21 | Project Assistant Multipurpose (Admin) | ₹24,000 + HRA |
| 22 | Project MTS | ₹18,000 p.m. |
ICMR NITHR Selection Process
Selection is made through a walk-in interview conducted by the selection committee at ICMR NITHR, Jabalpur.
- Only eligible candidates as per essential qualification and age criteria will be allowed to appear.
- Candidates must carry the duly filled application form with original and photocopies of certificates.
- Late, delayed, or incomplete applications will be summarily rejected without intimation.
- Meeting the essential qualification does not guarantee selection.
- Selected candidates must produce original documents before joining; if found ineligible, selection will be cancelled immediately.
How to Apply for ICMR NITHR Recruitment 2026 (Walk-in Interview)
- Download the application format from www.nirth.res.in or www.main.icmr.nic.in.
- Fill the application form completely with full address, PIN code, mobile number, and email ID.
- Attach self-attested copies of certificates (qualification, age proof, experience, category certificate).
- Provide details of two responsible references from your locality.
- Report to ICMR NITHR, Nagpur Road, Post Garha, Jabalpur, on the applicable interview date, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
- Submit the filled application with documents at the venue; no entry after 11:00 AM.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or joining.
Important Terms & Conditions
- All posts are purely temporary and co-terminable with the respective project.
- Age is reckoned from the date of the walk-in interview.
- Age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC is as per DoPT/Government of India norms; no relaxation for unreserved posts.
- Persons already in regular time-scale government service are not eligible.
- Preference is given to local candidates and those with higher qualifications/experience.
- The number of vacancies may vary at a later stage.
- Any addendum/corrigendum will be published only on www.nirth.res.in.
ICMR NITHR Project Technical Support, Project Field Officer and More Important Links
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