ICMR Consultant & Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary

ICMR Consultant & Young Professional Recruitment 2026: Notification Overview

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 02 Consultant and Young Professional-II posts. This is a significant opportunity for candidates with a background in Anthropology, Social Sciences, Public Health, or related fields to work with India's premier medical research body. The recruitment is Direct Recruitment based on merit and interview performance, without a competitive written examination.

Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online via email. The application window is open from 16-02-2026 to 03-03-2026. Below is the complete breakdown of eligibility, salary, selection process, and application steps.

Key Highlights

Vacancy Details 2026

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

A. Consultant (Scientific/Technical-Non-Medical):

• Masters Degree in Anthropology, Social Sciences, Population Science, Public Health, or Epidemiology.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience.
• Note: PhD is considered equivalent to 4 years of experience. MPH degree is not considered as experience.
• Retired Government employees with requisite qualifications (Pay Level-10 and above) and at least 10 years of experience in the required specialization are also eligible.

B. Young Professional-II (Technical/Scientific):

• Post Graduate Degree in Anthropology, Social Sciences, Population Science, Public Health, or Microbiology.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year post-qualification experience in the related field.
• Marks: Minimum 55% marks in the qualifying degree.

2. Age Limit

*Age relaxation rules applicable as per government norms for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/PwD) if applicable.

Selection Process

This recruitment does not involve a written examination. Selection will be based on the following stages:

1. Screening of Applications: Shortlisting based on eligibility and experience.
2. Personal Discussion/Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by the Selection Committee.
3. Merit List: Final selection based on interview performance and merit.

Application Fee

The notification text does not specify an application fee. Candidates are advised to check the official notification PDF for any fee requirements or exemptions.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates must apply through Email. Follow the steps below:

1. Download Notification: Read the official notification carefully from the links provided below.
2. Prepare Application: Prepare your biodata including personal details, educational qualifications, and experience.
3. Attach Documents: Scan and attach self-attested copies of the following:
   • Educational Certificates
   • Experience Certificates
   • ID Proof (Aadhar/PAN)
   • Recent Passport-size Photograph
4. Subject Line: Clearly mention the post applied for in the subject line of the email (e.g., "Application for the post of Consultant").
5. Send Email: Send the application to the official email address mentioned in the notification (Check PDF for specific email ID).
6. Deadline: Ensure the email is sent before 03-03-2026.
7. Keep Record: Save a copy of the sent email for future reference.

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