Contractual / Regular

AIIMS New Delhi Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Research Scientist-2 Post (ICMR Project)

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Sep. 7, 2026
Project Research Scientist-2 (Non-Medical - Genetics & Genomics)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01 Post (ICMR Project I-1754 - Contractual)
Pay Scale
₹67,000/- + 27% HRA (₹85,090/- per month)
Age Limit
Up to 40 Years as on 21.09.2026
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 7, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 7, 2026

3

Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window7 – 21 Sep 2026
Exam / Test DateTo Be Announced

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

Who is eligible to apply for this recruitment? Check essential educational qualifications, branch/stream criteria, and age limits.

Educational Qualification

Qualifications and research competencies required for Project Research Scientist-2 in AIIMS New Delhi (ICMR Project):
Educational Degree: 1st Class Post Graduate Degree (M.Sc. / M.Tech. including integrated PG) in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or Genomics from a recognized University / Institute; OR 2nd Class Master's Degree with Ph.D. in relevant biological sciences.
Mandatory Research Experience: Minimum 3 years of post-qualification experience in bioinformatics analysis (Next-Generation Sequencing pipeline workflows, variant annotation), molecular biology wet-lab processing (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, NGS library prep), and operational familiarity with high-throughput sequencing platforms (Illumina / Ion Torrent).
Age Limit: Upto 40 years as on 21.09.2026.
Submit CV with covering letter in person, by post, or via email to [email protected] by 21/09/2026 (5:00 PM).

Age Limit & Relaxations

The upper age limit is 40 years as on the application closing date (21.09.2026). Standard Government of India / ICMR relaxations apply for SC/ST/OBC/PwD candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Submission of CV with Covering Letter via Email / Post / In-Person by 21.09.2026 (05:00 PM)

OnlineQualifying Only

Screening & Shortlisting of Candidates based on Genomics & Bioinformatics Expertise

OnlineQualifying Only

Personal Interview before AIIMS Departmental Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Verification of Original Degrees, Experience Certificates & Contract Signing

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection will be conducted through CV screening followed by interview:
• Interested candidates must submit their CV with a covering letter specifying the post applied for in-person, by post, or by email to: [email protected] or Room 840, 8th Floor, Department of Pediatrics, Mother and Child Block, AIIMS, New Delhi - 110029 on or before 21/09/2026 by 05:00 PM.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for personal interview. No TA/DA is provided for attending the interview.

Evaluation Rubric & Screening Matrix

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Multi-parameter scoring system used by the evaluation board for candidate screening.

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria
M.Sc. / M.Tech. Academic Record in Biotechnology / Molecular Biology / Genomics
3+ Years Bioinformatics NGS Pipeline & Computational Genomics Experience
Molecular Biology Wet Lab Processing, Sequencing Platforms & Publications
Personal Interview Performance on Newborn Screening & Metabolomics Integration

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

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Practical service rules, posting locations, transfer policy, and promotion ladder curated from official gazettes.

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The Division of Genetics in the Department of Pediatrics at AIIMS New Delhi is India's premier referral and research centre for clinical dysmorphology, inborn errors of metabolism (IEM), and rare genetic disorders. Under this ICMR-funded multicentric initiative (Project I-1754), the project investigates expanded newborn screening (NBS) by coupling tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) metabolomic profiling with second-tier high-throughput targeted Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) gene panels. The Project Research Scientist-2 bridges the computational and molecular biology workflows: leading variant interpretation (ACMG guidelines), validating pathogenic mutations in biochemical pathways, operating sequencing platforms, and managing clinical bioinformatics pipelines for prompt neonatal intervention. High-impact academic clinical genetics environment under Professor Neerja Gupta, offering stellar credentials for subsequent permanent scientist recruitments in ICMR, DBT, AIIMS, or international post-doctoral fellowships.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual engagement for 10-11 months (co-terminus with project), stationed at Room 840, 8th Floor, Mother and Child Block, AIIMS Ansari Nagar Campus, New Delhi.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project Research Scientist-2 (₹85,090/- p.m.) -> Project Research Scientist-3 / Project Lead -> Scientist-C / Assistant Professor in AIIMS, ICMR, NII, or genomics corporate biotechnology firms.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

Avoid common application rejection triggers, photo/signature guidelines, and certificate validity windows.

  • Strict Application Deadline: CV and covering letter must reach [email protected] or Room 840, 8th Floor, Mother and Child Block, AIIMS New Delhi by 21/09/2026 (5:00 PM).
  • Dual Wet-Lab & Bioinformatics Requirement: Candidates must demonstrate practical experience in both molecular biology wet-lab processing and computational NGS bioinformatics pipelines. Purely dry-lab or purely wet-lab profiles without cross-disciplinary skills may face screening disadvantages.
  • Clear Email Subject Line: When submitting via email, the subject line must clearly indicate 'Application for Project Research Scientist-2 (ICMR Project I-1754)'.
  • No TA/DA for Interview: Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interview; no travel allowance or accommodation is provided by AIIMS.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown & Pay Scale

Detailed post distribution across UR, OBC, EWS, SC, ST quotas and 7th CPC Pay Matrix / Monthly Stipend.

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

  • Project Research Scientist-2 (Non-Medical)1
Total Vacancies01 Post (ICMR Project I-1754 - Contractual)

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

The post of Project Research Scientist-2 carries a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹67,000/- plus 27% House Rent Allowance (₹18,090/-), totaling ₹85,090/- per month under ICMR project norms.

Consolidated salary of ₹67,000/- + 27% HRA (₹18,090/-) = ₹85,090/- per month as per ICMR project guidelines for Project Research Scientist-2. Contractual tenure of 10-11 months.

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Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is charged.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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AIIMS New Delhi has invited applications for 1 post of Project Research Scientist-2 (Non-Medical) in the Division of Genetics under an ICMR-funded project on expanded newborn screening.

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