Qualifications and clinical eligibility criteria for Scientist-B (Medical) under DHR-ICMR VRDL at RGKMC&H Kolkata:
• Essential Degree: MBBS / BDS / BVSc&AH degree recognized by NMC (formerly MCI) / DCI / VCI.
• Desirable Post-Graduation: MD / MDS / MVSc in a related discipline (Microbiology, Pathology, Community Medicine / PSM) from a recognized University. Candidates with MD/MDS/MVSc will be preferred and granted 3 years' experience equivalence.
• Technical Competence: Experience in molecular diagnostics, virological surveillance, RT-PCR/ELISA assays, and effective communication skills in Bengali, English, and Hindi.
• Age Limit: Upper age limit is 35 years as on the advertisement date (27.08.2026).
Attend Walk-in Interview on 18.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, RGKMC&H, Kolkata.
RGKMC&H Kolkata Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 01 Scientist-B (Medical) Post (DHR-ICMR VRDL Scheme)
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Crucial Recruitment Dates
Official schedule & key deadlines
Published
Aug 27, 2026
Starts
Aug 27, 2026
Deadline
Sep 18, 2026
Exam Date
Sep 18, 2026
Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualifications
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Educational Qualification
Age Limit & Relaxations
The upper age limit is 35 years as on the date of advertisement (27.08.2026).
• No category reservation is applicable for this post (open unreserved vacancy).
Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Walk-in Registration on 18.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, RGKMC&H
Scrutiny of MBBS/MD Degrees, NMC/WBMC Registrations, and Experience Certificates
Personal Interview before the DHR-ICMR VRDL Selection Committee
Final Merit Recommendation & 1-Year Contractual Appointment Order (Renewable)
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on 18th September, 2026 (Friday) at 10:00 AM sharp at the Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital (RGKMC&H), 1, Khudiram Bose Sarani, Kolkata – 700004:
• Eligible candidates must appear with the filled application proforma, valid Government photo ID, age proof, original supporting documents, NMC/WBMC registration certificates, and one set of self-attested photocopies along with two recent passport photographs.
• Private practice of any type is strictly prohibited during the contractual tenure. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
Selection Criteria & Marking Scheme
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| Evaluation Component | Max Marks / Weightage |
|---|---|
| MBBS / MD Academic Degree Merit & Medical Council Registration (NMC / WBMC) | 35 Marks |
| Clinical Virology, Molecular Diagnostic Assays (RT-PCR / ELISA) & BSL-2/3 Lab Protocols | 35 Marks |
| Epidemic Surveillance, Outbreak Investigation & Research Publications in Indexed Journals | 15 Marks |
| Walk-In Personal Interview Performance & Trilingual Communication (Bengali, English, Hindi) | 15 Marks |
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- Strict Reporting Deadline: Candidates must report at 10:00 AM sharp on 18th September, 2026 (Friday) at Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, RGKMC&H. Latecomers will be summarily disqualified.
- Mandatory Medical Council Registration: MBBS/BDS/BVSc degrees must be recognized and registered with the respective State / National Medical Councils (NMC/WBMC/DCI/VCI).
- Private Practice Strictly Prohibited: The appointment is full-time; private medical/clinical practice of any type is strictly forbidden.
- Document Checklist: Bring filled application proforma, two passport size photographs, government photo ID, age proof, and original marksheets/certificates alongside one set of self-attested copies.
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- Scientist-B (Medical) - Unreserved1
Pay Scale & Monthly Remuneration
Scientist-B (Medical) receives a consolidated monthly pay of ₹67,000/- plus 30% HRA (₹20,100/-), amounting to ₹87,100/- per month under DHR-ICMR VRDL funding.
Consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹67,000/- + 30% HRA (₹20,100/- for Kolkata, X-category city), totaling ₹87,100/- per month. Entitled to 5% biennial increment in line with ICMR Non-Institutional Project Human Resource Position norms.
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Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates must appear for a Walk-in Interview at the specified date, time, and venue. Applicants should bring the following documents:
- Government photo ID proof (original)
- Age proof certificate (original)
- A filled application form (attached with the notification, to be brought)
- All original supporting documents (educational qualifications, experience certificates)
- Self-attested copies of all supporting documents
- Two recent passport-size photographs
Interview Details:
- Date: 18th September, 2026 (Friday)
- Time: 10:00 am sharp
- Venue: Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, Kolkata.
Candidates reporting after the scheduled time will not be allowed. No T.A./D.A. will be paid for attending the interview.
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Nil. No application fee is charged.
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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages
Verified Official SourceMulti-stage interview and rubric-based evaluation procedure.
Walk-in Registration on 18.09.2026 at 10:00 AM at Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, RGKMC&H
Scrutiny of MBBS/MD Degrees, NMC/WBMC Registrations, and Experience Certificates
Personal Interview before the DHR-ICMR VRDL Selection Committee
Final Merit Recommendation & 1-Year Contractual Appointment Order (Renewable)
Selection will be conducted through a direct Walk-in Interview on 18th September, 2026 (Friday) at 10:00 AM sharp at the Lecture Theatre, Platinum Jubilee Building, R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital (RGKMC&H), 1, Khudiram Bose Sarani, Kolkata – 700004:
• Eligible candidates must appear with the filled application proforma, valid Government photo ID, age proof, original supporting documents, NMC/WBMC registration certificates, and one set of self-attested photocopies along with two recent passport photographs.
• Private practice of any type is strictly prohibited during the contractual tenure. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
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RGKMC&H Kolkata has announced a walk-in interview for 1 post of Scientist-B (Medical) on a contractual basis under the DHR-ICMR funded VRDL project in the Department of Microbiology.
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