ICMR Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) New Delhi Last Date: 16th March, 2026
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ICMR Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

Important Dates & Schedule
Notification Release
upcoming Passed
25th Feb, 2026
Application Start
upcoming Passed
25th Feb, 2026
Application End
upcoming
16th Mar, 2026
Admit Card Release
upcoming
Not specified (Check official website)
Exam Date
upcoming
To be announced (Depends on applicant count)
Result Date
upcoming
To be announced
Other Important Dates
upcoming
Selection criteria based on applicant count: If >30 candidates, Written Test + Interview; if <30, Interview only.
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ICMR Consultant Recruitment 2026 - Full Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

ICMR Consultant Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has released an official notification (Advt No: 5/7/RCN/IR-2/Consultant) for the recruitment of 1 Consultant (Scientific-Medical/Non-Medical) post. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced medical and non-medical professionals to work with India's premier medical research body.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process involving a Written Test (depending on applicant count) and Personal Interview. It is not a preliminary examination-based recruitment.

Key Highlights

Feature Details
Organization Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Post Name Consultant (Scientific-Medical/Non-Medical)
Total Vacancies 1
Application Mode Online
Last Date to Apply 16 March 2026
Salary ₹1,00,000 - ₹1,80,000 per month
Official Website www.icmr.gov.in

Vacancy Details

Post Name Total Posts
Consultant (Scientific-Medical) 1
Consultant (Scientific-Non-Medical) 1
Total 1

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification & Experience

Candidates must possess the following qualifications along with a minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience:

  • For Medical Post: MBBS/BDS/BVSc or equivalent degree.
  • For Non-Medical Post: M.Sc/B.Tech/BE/MCA/MPH/B.Pharm/BAMS/BSMS/MD in AYUSH or equivalent.
  • Experience Conversion:
    • PhD counted as 4 years experience.
    • MD/MS counted as 3 years experience.
    • MVSc counted as 2 years experience.
  • Candidates must have proven competency and success in their area of specialization.

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 40 years
  • Maximum Age: 70 years
  • Note: Age relaxation rules are not specified in the notification. Age is likely calculated as of the application closing date (16-03-2026).

Selection Process & Exam Structure

The selection process depends on the number of applications received:

  1. Written Test (If >30 candidates apply):
    • Mode: Likely Offline (OMR) or Online (CBT). Specifics not mentioned, but generally MCQ-based.
    • Content: 50 MCQs (1 mark each).
    • Negative Marking: Not specified. Candidates should assume standard negative marking unless stated otherwise in the detailed PDF.
  2. Personal Interview:
    • Mandatory for all shortlisted candidates.
    • Final selection is based on combined marks of the Written Test and Interview.
  3. Retired Personnel: If applying as a retired government servant, selection is through Interview only (No Written Test).

Salary / Remuneration

  • Consolidated Fee: ₹1,00,000 - ₹1,80,000 per month.
  • Decided by the selection committee based on qualifications, experience, and interview performance.
  • For Retired Government Servants: Remuneration will be as per Ministry of Finance OM No. 3-25/2020-E.IIIA dated 09-12-2020.
  • Allowances: No HRA or Dearness Allowance. Transport Allowance and TA/DA admissible for official tours as per ICMR guidelines.

Application Fee

Category Fee
All Categories No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria must follow these steps to apply online:

  1. Visit the official ICMR website or use the direct "Apply Online" link provided below.
  2. Read the official notification carefully (Advt No: 5/7/RCN/IR-2/Consultant) to ensure eligibility.
  3. Fill out the online application form with correct personal, educational, and contact details.
  4. Upload required documents (Photograph, Signature, Certifications) in the prescribed format.
  5. Since there is no application fee, proceed directly to submission.
  6. Review all details carefully before final submission.
  7. Submit the application before 16-03-2026 and save a copy for future reference.

Important Dates

Event Date
Notification Release 25 February 2026
Application Start Date 25 February 2026
Last Date for Submission 16 March 2026
Exam/Interview Date To be announced (After application closure)

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