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IIT Indore ICMR Project Research Staff Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary

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Total Vacancies
02 Posts
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Offline (Post)
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Closing Date
30 March 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Indian Institute of Technology Indore 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Advt. No. IndianInstituteofTechnologyIndore/Rect/2026
💼 3. Nature of Employment Contractual / Project-Based (Tenure) 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Project Research Scientist-I (02 Posts)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online / Offline 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 30 March 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
Indian Institute of Technology Indore Regional Headquarters, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
💵 8. Application Fee ✓ ₹0 (Nil / Exempted)
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IIT Indore ICMR Project Research Staff Recruitment 2026: Notification, Eligibility, Salary

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore) has invited applications for the recruitment of Project Research Staff (Scientist-I) under an ICMR-funded project. This is a unique opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in Bioscience, Engineering, or Medical fields to work on a cutting-edge project titled "Point-of-care diagnostic device for early oral cancer detection using microbial profiling from saliva samples." The position is based in Simrol, Indore, Madhya Pradesh.

Recruitment Type: Direct Recruitment (Merit-based selection via Shortlisting and Online Interview - No Competitive Exam).

Key Highlights Table

FeatureDetails
Organization NameIndian Institute of Technology Indore (IIT Indore)
Post NameProject Research Scientist-I
Total Vacancies02 Posts
Application Start DateOpen Now (Immediate Basis)
Last Date to ApplyMarch 30, 2026
Official Websitepeople.iiti.ac.in/-sdhina

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacanciesPay Scale / SalaryAge Limit
Project Research Scientist-I02 (Multicentric - 02 Sites)Rs. 67,200/- per month (Rs. 56,000 + 20% HRA)As per ICMR/DST norms (Typically Max 35-40 years for Scientist-I)

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following qualifications relevant to their background:

  • Bioscience & Biotechnology: M.Sc. (with experience) / Ph.D. in Microbiology, Biochemistry, or Biotechnology. Knowledge of microbiology techniques (culture, staining, MIC/MBC), basic statistics, and interdisciplinary research interest.
  • Engineering: B.E./M.E. (with experience) / Ph.D. or B.Tech/M.Tech (with experience) in Biotechnology, Biomedical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related areas. Interest in CFD, microfluidics, heat transfer, or device modelling.
  • Medical Background: Candidates with medical qualifications (BDS/MDS/MBBS/MD) may apply, provided they work under the non-medical category and fulfill project requirements (clinical sample handling and translational coordination).

Age Limit & Relaxation

  • Age Calculation: The specific "Age as on" date is not explicitly mentioned in the text. Candidates should refer to the official PDF for standard ICMR age norms (usually calculated as of the closing date).
  • Age Relaxation: Applicable as per Govt. of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD.

Mandatory Requirements

  • Willingness to work in a non-medical category if holding medical qualifications.
  • Interdisciplinary research interest and coordination with hospital collaborators.

Selection Process

The selection is purely merit-based and involves the following stages:

  1. Shortlisting: Based on CV, transcripts, and statement of purpose.
  2. Online Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

Selection Schedule (Interview Rounds)

  • Round 1: March 10, 2026
  • Round 2: March 20, 2026
  • Round 3: March 30, 2026

Note: Interviews will be scheduled after each round depending on the number of applications received.

Application Fee

Not mentioned in the provided text. Candidates should check the official PDF for fee details if applicable.

How to Apply

Interested candidates must follow these steps:

  1. Prepare Documents: Consolidate your CV, transcripts, and a short statement of purpose into a single PDF file.
  2. Email Application: Send the PDF to [email protected].
  3. Subject Line: Use the subject: "Application for ICMR Project Position - Your Name".
  4. Submission Deadline: Ensure your application is sent before March 30, 2026.
  5. Joining: Selected candidates are required to join at the earliest (Project duration: Mar 1, 2026 - Feb 28, 2027).

Important Dates

  • Last Date to Apply: March 30, 2026
  • Interview Round 1: March 10, 2026
  • Interview Round 2: March 20, 2026
  • Interview Round 3: March 30, 2026
  • Project Start Date: March 1, 2026

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Contact Information

Prof. Dhinakaran Shanmugam
Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
Simrol, Indore, Madhya Pradesh - 453552
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +91-731-6603240
WhatsApp: +91-9111.74.9191

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