Contractual / Regular

AIIMS Rajkot Lab Tech & MTS Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 28, 2026
Laboratory TechnicianMulti-Tasking Staff (MTS)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
2 Posts
Pay Scale
₹18,000/- to ₹28,000/- + HRA per month
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years
Job Location

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 26, 2026

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Starts

Oct 26, 2026

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Deadline

Nov 30, 2026

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Exam Date

Dec 10, 2026

Application Window26 Oct – 30 Nov 2026
Exam / Test Date10 Dec 2026

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications

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

Educational Qualification

1. Laboratory Technician: B.Sc. in Life Sciences / Microbiology / Medical Technology, OR Intermediate (10+2) with a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT), OR High School (10th) with 5 years of laboratory experience. Desirable: 5 years experience in Microbiology, knowledge of computer applications, and training in virology or molecular techniques.
2. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): High School / Matriculation or equivalent from a recognized board. Desirable: Prior work experience in a molecular laboratory setup and basic computer proficiency.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is up to 35 years as on the last date of application (30/11/2026). Age relaxation is admissible by 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 to 15 years for PwBD candidates.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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How will candidates be selected? Multi-stage screening roadmap from application to final merit list.

MCQ-Based Written Examination

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview & Document Verification

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection will be conducted on 10 December 2026 at AIIMS Rajkot. Candidates will first undergo an MCQ-based written test. Up to six (6) candidates per post who secure the highest marks in the written test will be shortlisted for the personal interview. The final merit list will be prepared with 80% relative weightage for the written test and 20% relative weightage for the interview.

Syllabus & Exam Pattern Overview

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What is the examination structure? Mode of test, total marks, duration, and negative marking rules.

Exam Tier / Mode

MCQ Written Test (80% Weightage)

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

0.25 marks per wrong answer

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Medical Microbiology, Virology & Diagnostic Techniques4040
Laboratory Bio-safety, Quality Control & Molecular Biology2020
General Science, Basic Computer Applications & General Awareness2020
Total8080

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 Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) at AIIMS Rajkot is a national-priority diagnostic network established under the DHR-ICMR framework for managing epidemic outbreaks and public health emergencies. Operating within the Department of Microbiology, the laboratory workflow is clinically intensive and compliance-driven, involving handling contagious patient samples, automated RNA/DNA extraction, real-time RT-PCR diagnostic runs, and serology reporting. Appointees may be assigned rotational shift work, including night duty during seasonal viral outbreaks, and may assist in field investigations.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely contractual for an initial tenure of 11 months, extendable annually subject to performance appraisals and grant availability from DHR-ICMR. The workplace is the AIIMS Rajkot permanent campus at Khanderi, Rajkot, Gujarat. The appointment does not confer any entitlement, right, or preference towards regular permanent employment at AIIMS Rajkot or the central government.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

As an extramural project appointment, there is no automatic cadre promotion. However, gaining certified diagnostic experience in a BSL-2/3 VRDL setup at an Institute of National Importance (AIIMS) significantly enhances competitive standing for regular recruitments conducted by AIIMS (Common Recruitment Examination - CRE), ICMR institutes (NIV Pune, NARI Pune), and state medical college laboratories.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Mandatory Dual Submission Requirement: Candidates must submit the Google Form application online by 30 November 2026, 5:00 PM AND physically attend the written test on 10 December 2026 with hard copies and original documents.
  • Strict Written Exam Reporting: Reporting time is 9:00 AM sharp on 10 December 2026 at the Research Cell, Academic Block, 3rd Floor, AIIMS Rajkot. Late candidates will not be permitted to take the written exam.
  • 1:6 Interview Shortlisting Ratio: The interview is conducted strictly for the top six (6) candidates per post based on MCQ test performance.
  • Post-Qualification Experience Mandate: Work experience will only be counted if acquired after the completion of the essential qualification.
  • NOC Obligation: Employed candidates in government, PSU, or other research projects must present an official No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview.

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

  • Laboratory Technician1
  • Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)1
Total Vacancies2 Posts

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Consolidated monthly emoluments: Laboratory Technician ₹28,000/- + HRA (total approx. ₹33,040/-); Multi-Tasking Staff ₹18,000/- consolidated. No separate Dearness Allowance, permanent pension, or CGHS benefits apply.

Laboratory Technician receives ₹28,000/- per month + HRA (Class 'Y' city - Rajkot) with annual increments as admissible under DST norms; Multi-Tasking Staff receives ₹18,000/- per month consolidated without allowances. Purely contractual for 11 months, extendable based on project performance and grant continuity.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

Follow this verified step-by-step application procedure on the official recruitment portal.

Application Procedure

  1. Download and fill out the prescribed application form available on the last pages of the official advertisement.
  2. Attach one set of self-attested photocopies of all required documents: Date of birth proof, Photo ID proof (PAN, Aadhaar, Voter ID), educational degree/diploma certificates and mark sheets (10th, 12th, DMLT, B.Sc.), experience certificates, and caste certificate (if applicable).
  3. Submit the soft copy of the filled and signed application form along with scanned attachments via Google Form at: https://forms.gle/jN2WTanD4sd6GtrT8 on or before 30 November 2026 till 5:00 PM.
  4. Report in person for the Written Test and Interview on 10 December 2026 at 9:00 AM at the Research Cell, Academic Block, 3rd Floor, AIIMS Rajkot, Gujarat – 360110.
  5. Carry the hard copy of the filled application form, one set of self-attested photocopies, and all original documents for physical verification at the venue.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee is required to apply for these project positions).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

Direct links to the authorized government portal, official notification PDF, and career portal.

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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Clear, verified answers to top eligibility, exam format, salary calculation, and application queries for this notification.

The online Google Form application deadline is 30 November 2026 by 5:00 PM. The offline MCQ-based written test and interview are scheduled for 10 December 2026, with reporting at 9:00 AM at AIIMS Rajkot.

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