📋 Complete Advertisement & Guidelines
ICMR NITVAR Pune Recruitment 2026: Walk-in for Consultant Posts
The ICMR-National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research (NITVAR), Pune, has invited applications for temporary project positions. This recruitment is for the project titled "A Phase III, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, immunogenicity and Safety of Single dose of Dengue Tetravalent Vaccine...". This is a direct recruitment process involving a Walk-in Interview and/or Written Test for engagement on a temporary/contractual basis.
Recruitment Overview
The institute is looking for experienced professionals for the posts of Consultant (Medical) and Consultant (Non-Medical - Statistics). The engagement is purely temporary for an initial period of 11 months. Candidates must ensure they meet the essential qualification and experience criteria before attending the walk-in.
Key Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | ICMR-NITVAR, Pune |
| Post Name | Consultant (Medical), Consultant (Non-Medical/Statistics) |
| Total Vacancies | 03 (02 Medical, 01 Non-Medical) |
| Interview Date | 20th February 2026 |
| Reporting Time | 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Late entry strictly prohibited) |
| Location | Pune, Maharashtra |
| Official Website | www.nari-icmr.res.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit | Pay Scale (Monthly) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Consultant (Medical) | 02 | Min: 40 Years, Max: 70 Years | Rs. 1,00,000 - 1,50,000/- |
| Consultant (Non-Medical/Statistics) | 01 | Min: 40 Years, Max: 70 Years | Rs. 1,00,000 - 1,30,000/- |
Age Note: Cut-off date for age limit is the date of the walk-in-interview (20.02.2026). Age relaxation is applicable as per ICMR guidelines.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Consultant (Medical)
- Essential Qualification: MBBS or BDS or Equivalent degree. Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience.
- OR: Retired Government employee with requisite qualification and regular Pay Level 10 and above (Min 10 years experience).
- Experience Calculation: PhD = 4 years experience; MD/MS = 3 years experience. MPH is not considered as experience.
- Desirable: MD, MPH, PG Diploma in Clinical Research, 3 years clinical trial experience, Computer skills, English communication.
2. Consultant (Non-Medical/Statistics)
- Essential Qualification: M.Sc or Equivalent qualifications in relevant subject. Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience.
- OR: Retired Government employee with requisite qualification and regular Pay Level 10 and above (Min 10 years experience).
- Experience Calculation: PhD = 4 years experience.
- Desirable: Experience in clinical trial data/large databases, Clinical trial software, R/Statistical software, Computer skills, English communication.
Selection Procedure
The selection process involves:
- Document Verification: Candidates must bring original documents.
- Written Test (Conditional): If the number of eligible candidates exceeds 30 for a specific post, a written test will be conducted first.
- Walk-in Interview: Shortlisted candidates (based on qualifications/experience/written test) will appear before the Interview Board.
Selection Criteria: Based on performance in the interview. Mere fulfillment of qualifications does not guarantee selection.
Scope of Work
- Medical: Develop study protocols (SOPs), oversee study implementation, train staff, conduct quality checks, review AEs/SAEs, draft manuscripts.
- Statistics: Monitor data accuracy, conduct quality checks, prepare monitoring reports, oversee data entry/validation, coordinate with investigators, support statistical analysis.
Application Fee
No Application Fee is mentioned in the notification. This is a Walk-in process.
📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step
- Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the age, qualification, and experience criteria.
- Download Form: The application format (Bio-Data) is provided in the PDF. Download and print it.
- Prepare Documents: Gather original documents + 1 set of self-attested copies (Age, Qualification, Experience, Caste, Photo ID like Aadhar/Passport/PAN).
- Attend Walk-in: Report to the venue on 20th February 2026 between 09:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
- Venue: Auditorium, ICMR-NITVAR, Plot No. 73, G-Block, Bhosari, Pune-411026.
- Interview: Be prepared for a written test (if >30 candidates) followed by an interview starting at 10:30 AM.
📅 Important Dates
- Notification Date: 30.01.2026
- Walk-in Date: 20.02.2026
- Reporting Time: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
🔗 Important Official Links
Terms & Conditions (Key Highlights)
- Position is temporary/contractual (Full time, on-site).
- Initial term is 11 months (extendable up to 5 years max).
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- Employees in regular govt service are not eligible.
- Relaxation in age/experience is as per ICMR rules.