GMCH Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: 1 Project Assistant – Apply Offline @ gmch.gov.in

The Department of Biochemistry, Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Sector 32, Chandigarh, has issued a recruitment notice for one Project Assistant position under the DBT-funded project Establishment of DBT NIDAN KENDRA. The engagement is purely on contract basis for the remaining tenure of the project under Principal Investigator Dr. Shivani Jaswal, Professor & Head, Department of Biochemistry.

Interested and eligible candidates must download the application form from the official notification PDF, fill it, attach self-attested supporting documents, and submit it to the Department of Biochemistry at GMCH Sector 32, Chandigarh, no later than 23 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Project Assistant:
  • Essential Qualification: B.Sc in Basic Sciences
  • Desirable: Experience of lab work in the field of molecular analysis
  • Age Limit: Up to 35 years (no age cut-off date or age relaxation specified in the notification)
  • NOC: Currently employed candidates must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current employer before applying

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on higher educational qualification, work experience, and/or a screening test if the number of applicants warrants it.
2. Interview / Written Test: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview or written test. The exact date will be communicated through email only — no individual letters will be issued.
3. Waiting List: A waiting list will remain valid for one year from the date of the interview.
4. No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview or for joining the post.

Fulfilling the essential qualification or experience criteria does not guarantee a call for interview. Candidates should keep checking www.gmch.gov.in and www.gmch.nic.in for updates.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Filled application form (attached at the end of the official notification)
• Self-attested Date of Birth Certificate / Matriculation Certificate as proof of date of birth
• Self-attested copies of all degree certificates and consolidated mark sheets (B.Sc and above)
• Self-attested Experience Certificate (if applicable) on official letterhead
• NOC from current employer (if currently employed)
• One recent passport-size photograph

Important Conditions:

• The appointment does not confer any right to regular/absorbed/continued employment in GMCH Chandigarh.
• Appointed staff will not be entitled to Provident Fund, Pension, Gratuity, Seniority, or any benefit available to regular government servants.
• A one-month notice period is required for resignation; failing which one month's salary will be deducted in lieu.
• The Principal Investigator may terminate the contract after completion of tenure without prior notice or reasons.
• An affidavit accepting all terms and conditions must be submitted at the time of joining.
• False or suppressed information may lead to immediate removal from service.
• Incomplete applications will be rejected without reasons.

How to Apply for GMCH Project Assistant

1. Download the GMCH Chandigarh Project Assistant Official Notification PDF from the link below.
2. Fill the application form attached at the end of the notification with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
3. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
4. Submit the completed application form in person or by post to: Department of Biochemistry, Dr. Shivani Jaswal, Professor & Head, Principal Investigator, Block-E, Level-4, GMCH, Sector 32, Chandigarh.
5. Ensure submission reaches the department by 23 November 2026, 5:00 PM.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for GMCH Chandigarh Project Assistant Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the filled application form along with self-attested documents is 23 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM.

2. What is the interview venue and date for GMCH Project Assistant?

The interview/written test date will be intimated through email only to shortlisted candidates. No separate letters will be issued. The application should be submitted to the Department of Biochemistry, Block-E, Level-4, GMCH, Sector 32, Chandigarh.

3. Is there an application fee for GMCH Project Assistant Recruitment?

The official notification does not specify any application fee for this position.

4. Is the GMCH Project Assistant post permanent or contractual?

The post is purely contractual and temporary. The engagement lasts from the date of appointment until the remaining period of the project. It does not confer any right to permanent absorption, regular appointment, or continued contractual employment in GMCH.

5. What is the salary structure for GMCH Chandigarh Project Assistant?

The appointed Project Assistant will receive Rs. 20,000 per month plus House Rent Allowance (HRA). No other allowances are specified in the notification. The post does not include Provident Fund, Pension, or Gratuity benefits.

6. What are the qualification and age limit for GMCH Project Assistant?

The essential qualification is a B.Sc in Basic Sciences. Desirable experience is lab work in the field of molecular analysis. The upper age limit is 35 years. Currently employed candidates must provide an NOC from their employer.

Important Links

• Download GMCH Chandigarh Project Assistant (DBT NIDAN KENDRA) Official Notification PDF
• Visit GMCH Chandigarh Official Website for Interview & Test Updates