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JIPMER Puducherry Recruitment 2026 – Apply for Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) Post

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Sep. 15, 2026
Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1
Pay Scale
₹61,600/- per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years (as on 03/10/2026)

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 12, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 12, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 3, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window12 Sep – 3 Oct 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

Essential Qualification: First class Post Graduate Degree (including integrated PG degree) in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, or Immunology from a recognized University/Institute.
Desirable Qualifications:
1. Hands-on research experience in human blood sample processing and performing RT-PCR.
2. Experience in clinical trials and investigational drug handling.
3. Proficiency in MS Office and clinical trial electronic data entry.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Maximum age limit is 35 years as on the last date of receipt of applications (03.10.2026). Age relaxation is admissible as per Government of India / ICMR project guidelines.

Check Your Age Eligibility

Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

Verified Official Source

Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Screening and Shortlisting based on Application Form, CV, and Academic Credentials

OnlineQualifying Only

Written Test (Clinical Research and Lab Techniques) – If required depending on number of applicants

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview (In-Person or Videoconferencing) assessing Clinical Research and Lab Techniques

OfflineMerit Scored

Original Document Verification

OfflineQualifying Only

Selection is formulated through the INTERVIEW_PORTFOLIO_EVALUATION mechanism. Applications received by email are screened against eligibility criteria. If a large number of applications are received, a written screening test on clinical research and laboratory techniques may be conducted. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an Interview (conducted in person or via video-conferencing) notified one week in advance. Final selection is based on candidate profile, CV, and interview performance.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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Official weightage breakdown, qualification scoring, and interview evaluation criteria.

Evaluation Component
Postgraduate Academic Record & Specialization
Molecular Biology & RT-PCR Expertise
Clinical Trial Coordination & GCP Compliance
Interview / Technical Viva Performance

Aspirant Ground Reality & Career Trajectory

Verified Official Source

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

Work Culture & Environment

Office/fieldwork balance, duties, organizational environment.

The position is based in the Department of Paediatrics at JIPMER Puducherry (an Institute of National Importance under MoHFW, Govt. of India) for the ICMR-funded ESCHAR Trial ('Efficacy in Scrub typhus of Combination therapy in Children versus Azithromycin or Doxycycline monotherapy: a double-blind Randomized control trial'). The Project Research Scientist coordinates clinical trial operations, patient recruitment, informed consent from parents/guardians, investigational antibiotic administration, patient monitoring, biological sample processing (RT-PCR for Orientia tsutsugamushi), and maintaining electronic databases.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Stationed at JIPMER Puducherry. The appointment is on a contract basis with an anticipated project duration of 3 years, renewable periodically based on performance evaluation and ICMR grant continuity.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project appointments do not confer any right or claim to regular appointment or permanent absorption at JIPMER. However, working on an ICMR multicentric randomized control trial offers invaluable experience in good clinical practice (GCP), molecular diagnostics, and lead authorships in high-impact medical journals.

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

  • Unreserved / Project Post
Total Vacancies1

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed monthly consolidated remuneration of ₹61,600/- per month (inclusive of HRA) under ICMR research project funding guidelines.

Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹61,600/- (no other allowances payable) under Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) funded extramural project norms.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Download the official recruitment circular and prescribed application proforma (REC-03) from jipmer.edu.in.
  2. Print the application form on A4 size paper and fill it in block letters using a blue pen.
  3. Affix a recent passport-size photograph (do not staple) and sign the declaration.
  4. Prepare self-attested photocopies of mandatory documents in the following order:
    • Proof of Identity (Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License).
    • Proof of Date of Birth (SSLC / Tenth equivalent High School Certificate).
    • Essential Educational Qualification degrees and statement of marks (Postgraduate in Microbiology / Biochemistry / Genetics / Immunology).
    • Experience certificates detailing clinical trial or molecular biology (RT-PCR) work (if applicable).
    • Caste / Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC) for age relaxation (if applicable).
  5. Merge the completed application form, updated CV, and all self-attested documents into a single PDF file.
  6. Name the PDF file strictly in the format: Candidate name_Post-name_year_application (e.g., James_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf).
  7. Send the email with the subject line "Application for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical)" to: [email protected] on or before 03 October 2026 up to 1:00 PM.
  8. Applications received after the deadline or without the prescribed application proforma will be summarily rejected.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No Application Fee: There is no application fee for applying to this ICMR project position at JIPMER Puducherry.

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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Frequently Asked Questions & Crucial Aspirant Queries

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The recruitment is for 01 post of Project Research Scientist-I (Non-Medical) with a fixed consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹61,600/- under an ICMR-funded project.

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