ICMR-NIHR Recruitment 2026: Walk-in-Interview for Project Human Resource Positions

The ICMR-National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR) has officially released the recruitment notification for temporary Project Human Resource positions under the “ADOPT” (Accelerating Dissemination and Operational Promotion of Health Technology Assessment in India – HTAIn) project.

This institutional recruitment drive invites applications to fill 05 vacancies for Project Research Scientist, Administrative Officer, and Field Officer roles. Candidates are required to submit their applications online via the Google Sheet form format up to 21st September 2026, followed by a Walk-in-Interview/Written Test scheduled from 22nd to 25th September 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	ICMR-National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR), Gorakhpur
Project Title	“ADOPT” (HTAIn Project)
Post Designations	Project Research Scientist, Administrative Officer, Field Officer
Total Openings	05 Vacancies
Job Location / Venue	ICMR-NIHR, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Application Mode	Online via Google Sheet Form
Last Date to Apply Online	21st September 2026
Walk-In / Written Test Dates	22nd to 25th September 2026
Official Website Portal	www.icmr.gov.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	September 2026
Closing Date for Submitting Google Sheet Form	21st September 2026
Walk-in / Written Test: Project Research Scientist-III	22nd September 2026 (09:00 AM)
Walk-in / Written Test: Project Research Scientist-II	23rd September 2026
Walk-in / Written Test: Administrative Officer	24th September 2026
Walk-in / Written Test: Field Officer	25th September 2026

Post-Wise Vacancy & Salary Distribution Matrix

The 5 project positions are structured with the following emoluments and openings:

Name of the Position	Vacancies	Age Limit	Monthly Remuneration (Consolidated)
Project Research Scientist-III (Non-Medical)	01	Max 45 Years	₹78,000/- + HRA
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)	02	Max 40 Years	₹67,000/- + HRA
Administrative Officer	01	Max 50 Years	₹50,000/- per month
Field Officer	01	Max 35 Years	₹28,000/- per month
Total Openings	05 Posts	—	—

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

• Project Research Scientist-III (Non-Medical): Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG) with 5 years experience, or PhD with 2 years experience. For Engineering/IT/CS: 4-year Graduate degree with 5 years experience or PG degree with 3 years experience.
• Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical): Post Graduate Degree with 3 years experience, or PhD. For Engineering/IT/CS: 4-year Graduate degree with 3 years experience.
• Administrative Officer: Bachelor’s Degree with 3 years administrative experience in a Government Department/Autonomous Body/PSU, OR retired officers of Section Officer/Under Secretary rank.
• Field Officer: Graduate in Public Health with 3 years experience, OR Master’s degree in Public Health, OR Pharm.D (Doctor of Pharmacy).

Selection Process Structure

1. Application Verification: Screening of applications submitted through the official Google Sheet form for eligibility compliance.
2. Written Test (If Required): Conducted if the number of applicants exceeds stipulated thresholds. Qualifying marks are 35% for SC/ST and 40% for UR/OBC/EWS.
3. Walk-in-Interview: Shortlisted candidates within designated top ranks proceed to the formal interview round.
4. Document Verification: Final verification of original educational certificates, experience credentials, and identity proofs.

Application Fee Structure

• All Categories (General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST, PwBD): Nil (No application fee is required).

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Access the official website announcements at www.icmr.gov.in.
2. Access Google Sheet Form: Open the official notification link and click on the designated Google Sheet application form link for ICMR-NIHR project recruitment.
3. Submit Details: Input personal, academic, and professional experience particulars accurately. (Note: Candidates applying for multiple positions must submit separate applications for each post).
4. Prepare Physical Documents: Download and fill out the official application format (Annexure-1) from the notification PDF and bring self-attested photocopies along with original documents to the interview venue.

🔗 ICMR Official Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to ICMR-NIHR Application Google Sheet Form

📄 Download ICMR-NIHR Project Recruitment Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for ICMR-NIHR Project Human Resource positions?

A: The last date to submit online applications via the Google Sheet form is 21st September 2026.

Q2: How many vacancies are advertised under this recruitment notification?

A: A total of 5 project vacancies have been announced.

Q3: Is there any application fee required?

A: No, there is no application fee for any category of candidates.

Q4: What is the selection process for these temporary posts?

A: Selection involves application screening, a qualifying written test (if numbers are high), a walk-in interview, and document verification.