Contractual / Regular

RCC Trivandrum Statistician Recruitment 2026

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Sep. 29, 2026
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01 Post
Pay Scale
₹32,000 per month (Consolidated)
Age Limit
Up to 35 Years

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Sep 28, 2026

2

Starts

Sep 28, 2026

3

Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

4

Exam Date

TBA

Application Window28 Sep – 7 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: Post Graduate degree in Statistics (M.Sc. Statistics) from a recognized University.
Desirable: 1 year of experience in statistical data analysis using SPSS, R, or Python.

Age Limit & Relaxations

Upper age limit is 35 years as on the application deadline, with admissible relaxation as per government rules.

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.

Application & Bio-data Scrutiny

OfflineQualifying Only

Interview / Discussion before Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Selection will be based on scrutiny of applications, academic qualifications in Statistics, data analysis experience in SPSS/R/Python, and personal interview of shortlisted candidates before the Selection Committee.

Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme

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

Evaluation Parameter / ComponentMax Marks / WeightageAssessment Criteria & Guidelines
Post Graduate Degree in Statistics (Academic Performance)40 MarksEvaluation of marks, coursework, and foundation in statistical methodology
Data Analysis Experience using SPSS, R, or Python30 MarksAssessment of hands-on data handling, regression modeling, and statistical software proficiency
Personal Interview & Biostatistical Defense30 MarksOral interview evaluating understanding of clinical research, epidemiology, and communication

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 Regional Cancer Centre (RCC) at Medical College Campus, Thiruvananthapuram, is a globally recognized comprehensive cancer care and research institution operating autonomously under the Government of Kerala. The Statistician will be placed in the Division of Cancer Epidemiology & Biostatistics under project code RP0405. Daily responsibilities include analyzing clinical cancer registry data, performing survival analyses, epidemiological modeling, patient survival curve plotting, sample size calculations, and data management using R, SPSS, and Python. The working environment is research-intensive and interdisciplinary, collaborating closely with oncologists, epidemiologists, and public health researchers during standard institutional hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual project appointment for an initial period of one (01) year. Engagement is purely temporary and coterminous with the project, with no claim for regular or permanent absorption in the Regional Cancer Centre.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Project-based contractual appointments do not carry institutional cadre promotion ladders. However, statistical research and co-authorship on indexed clinical oncology research papers published from RCC provide an exceptional launchpad for permanent Biostatistician roles in ICMR institutes, AIIMS, and global healthcare research organizations.
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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

  • Applications along with signed bio-data and self-attested documents must reach the Finance Manager (Projects), Project Cell, RCC Thiruvananthapuram on or before 07.10.2026; late submissions will not be entertained.
  • Candidates must clearly indicate Advertisement No. (RCC\PC\RP0405\2026-27) and date (28.09.2026) on the application.
  • Applicants must attach self-attested copies of PG degree certificates and mark sheets along with a recent photograph pasted on the bio-data.
  • No application fee is required to apply for this post.

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

  • Statistician (Contractual)1
Total Vacancies01 Post

Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration

Fixed consolidated salary of ₹32,000/- per month. No other allowances are permissible.

Fixed consolidated monthly honorarium of ₹32,000/- for a period of one year.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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

Application Procedure

  1. Prepare a signed Application and Bio-data addressed to the Director, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram.
  2. Ensure the application clearly mentions Advertisement No. RCC\PC\RP0405\2026-27 dated 28.09.2026.
  3. Include complete personal details, educational qualifications (M.Sc. Statistics), technical training, experience in SPSS/R/Python, and active contact information (phone number and email ID).
  4. Paste a recent passport-size photograph on the application form.
  5. Enclose self-attested photocopies of all relevant educational certificates, mark sheets, and experience documents.
  6. Dispatch the completed application packet by post or deliver in person to: Finance Manager (Projects), Project Cell, Regional Cancer Centre, Medical College Campus, Post Box No. 2417, Thiruvananthapuram – 695011, Kerala.
  7. Ensure the dossier reaches the office on or before 07 October 2026.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil (No application fee required).

Official Notification & Portal Verification

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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 last date for receipt of physical applications at the Project Cell, RCC Thiruvananthapuram is 07 October 2026.

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