JIPMER Puducherry Research Project Recruitment 2026 - Application Form, Eligibility, Salary

JIPMER Puducherry Research Project Recruitment 2026 - Application Form, Eligibility, Salary

JIPMER Puducherry Project Staff Recruitment 2026: 10 Research & Technical Posts

1. Recruitment Overview

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has released a recruitment notification (Advt. No: JIP/PSM/INDO-USTB/NP/2026/1) for the engagement of 10 Research Project Staff on a contract basis. This recruitment is for two distinct research projects funded by CRDF Global, USA and DBT, India under the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine.

Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process that involves a Written Test and/or Interview. It is not a competitive exam like UPSC, but candidates must pass the screening stages.

2. Key Highlights

3. Vacancy Details & Salary

4. Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Site Coordinator: Masters in Life Science/MPH/Sociology + 5 years experience in multicentric research.
• Research Associate-II: Master's in Bioinformatics (8 yrs exp) OR PhD in Bioinformatics. Must handle WGS data.
• Project Tech Support III (MSW): PG in Social Work/Sociology + 5 years research experience. Must know Tamil & English.
• Project Tech Support III (Nurse): BSc Nursing + 2 years experience with State Nursing Council registration. Must know Tamil & English.
• Project Tech Support III (Lab Tech): Graduate in MLT (3 yrs exp) OR Master's in Life Sciences. Experience in sample processing.
• Technical Assistant (Cardiac): Bachelor's in Cardiac Lab Tech/Allied Health + 2 years experience in Echocardiography.
• Technical Assistant (Data): Bachelor's Degree + 3 years experience in research projects.
• Project Associate-I (IT): BCA/BSc CS/MCA/MSc CS + 2 years IT support experience.
• Project Tech Support II (Lab): 12th + Diploma in MLT (5 yrs exp) OR Graduate in MLT (3 yrs exp).
• Multi-Purpose Worker: 10th + Diploma + Valid Driving License + 5 years driving experience.

Age Limit

Age is calculated as of the last date of receipt of applications (14/02/2026). Refer to the table in Section 3 for specific age limits per post.

5. Selection Process

The recruitment involves the following stages:

1. Screening: Evaluation of Application Form, CV, and supporting documents.
2. Written Test: Candidates will be tested on relevant subject knowledge (if shortlisted candidates are large in number).
3. Skill Test: Specific to the post (e.g., Lab techniques, Driving, IT Troubleshooting).
4. Interview: Final stage. Candidates will be called for an interview.
5. Direct Interview: If the number of shortlisted candidates is low, the written test may be skipped, and candidates may be called directly for an interview.

6. Application Fee

The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates are requested to apply via email without payment.

7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Download Forms: Visit the official JIPMER website or use the links provided in the notification to download the Advertisement and Application Form.
2. Fill Application: Fill the application form carefully. Ensure all details match your documents.
3. Prepare PDF: Combine the filled application form, CV, and all supporting documents (Degree, Experience Certificates, ID Proof, Driving License if applicable) into a single PDF file.
4. File Naming: Rename the file as "CandidateName_PostName_2026_application" (e.g., James_Nurse_2026_application).
5. Email Subject: The subject line of the email must strictly mention the name of the post applied for.
6. Send Email: Send the email to [email protected].
7. Multiple Posts: If applying for different posts, send separate emails for each application.
8. Deadline: Submit before 4:30 PM on 14/02/2026.

8. Important Dates

• Notification Release: 05/02/2026
• Last Date for Application Submission: 14/02/2026 (4:30 PM)
• Date of Interview/Written Test: 17/02/2026

9. Important Links

• Download Official Advertisement (PDF)
• Download Application Form (PDF)
• Official JIPMER Website