Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
Contractual / Regular

JIPMER Research Scientist Recruitment 2026

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Oct. 23, 2026
Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)

Required Qualification

Ph.D58
MBBS33
M.D.26
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
1 Post
Pay Scale
Rs. 67,000/- p.m. + HRA as admissible
Age Limit
Max 35 Years
Job Location
Puducherry3Puducherry3

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Oct 23, 2026

2

Starts

Oct 23, 2026

3

Deadline

Nov 10, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window23 Oct – 10 Nov 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: MBBS degree, or MD / Ph.D. in a relevant medical/life science discipline from a recognized institution. Desirable: At least 1 year of clinical research experience in neonatal/pediatrics clinical trials, knowledge of REDCap data management, GCP compliance, and willingness to travel across multicentre study sites in India.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the last date of application (10.11.2026). Standard age relaxations apply for reserved categories as per ICMR / Central Government rules.

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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.

Application & CV Shortlisting

OnlineQualifying Only

Written Screening Test

OfflineMerit Scored

Personal Interview (In-person or Video Conferencing)

HybridMerit Scored

Eligible candidates are shortlisted based on application form credentials, CV, and documentary proof. Shortlisted candidates undergo a written test followed by a personal interview (in-person or videoconferencing at the discretion of the PI) testing clinical trial methodology, GCP, neonatology research, and biostatistics.

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

Written Screening Test

Total Duration

60 Minutes

Negative Marking

As per JIPMER evaluation guidelines

Subject / SectionQuestionsMax Marks
Clinical Research Methodology, GCP, Trial Conduct, Neonatal Research & Biostatistics5050

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.

Project Research Scientists in the Department of Neonatology at JIPMER lead the day-to-day coordination of the ICMR-funded multicentre 'SAFE-FEED Trial'. The environment is high-intensity, academically rigorous, and multidisciplinary. The scientist manages study monitoring, REDCap data integrity, investigator trainings, and site initiation visits across collaborating neonatal trial centers in India, with significant travel required.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

The position is purely on contract for an initial duration of up to 24 months (2 years), co-terminus with project funding. Engagement carries no entitlement to regular absorption or permanent tenure in JIPMER or ICMR.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project Scientist positions do not offer direct cadre promotions. However, the experience of leading an ICMR multicentre randomized controlled trial from JIPMER is exceptional for medical career progression, providing high-impact co-authorship on clinical trial publications, clinical epidemiology expertise, and eligibility for JIPMER extramural Ph.D. stream registration.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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  • Applications must strictly be submitted in the prescribed format attached to the notification circular; submissions by CV alone without the filled application form will be summarily rejected.
  • The application PDF file must be strictly titled following the naming convention: Candidate name_Post-name_year_application.pdf (e.g., James_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf).
  • All applications must be emailed to [email protected] on or before November 10, 2026 by 5:00 PM; late applications will not be processed.
  • The role involves extensive nationwide travel for site initiation, investigator training, and monitoring visits across all collaborating SAFE-FEED trial centres.

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 / Open1
Total Vacancies1 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated salary of Rs. 67,000/- per month + HRA as admissible under ICMR project norms for a likely duration of 24 months.

Consolidated remuneration of Rs. 67,000/- per month plus admissible HRA as per ICMR project guidelines (typically 18% HRA for Puducherry, total ~Rs. 79,060/- per month).

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 application form attached with the advertisement notification from the JIPMER website.
  2. Print the application form on A4 size paper and fill it in block letters using a blue ballpoint pen.
  3. Attach a detailed CV and self-attested photocopies of all supporting certificates (ID proof, proof of date of birth, MBBS/MD/PhD degrees, medical council registration, and research experience certificates).
  4. Scan the completed application form, CV, and all enclosures into a single PDF file named in the format: Candidate name_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf (e.g., James_PRS-I_2026_application.pdf).
  5. Email the PDF file with the subject line “Application for the post of Project Research Scientist-I (Medical)” to [email protected] on or before November 10, 2026 by 5:00 PM.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

No application fee is required to apply for this post.

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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.

Candidates must hold an MBBS, MD, or Ph.D. degree from a recognized university. Preference and desirability are given to candidates with at least 1 year of clinical trial or neonatal research experience.

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