Contractual / Regular

RGKMC&H Kolkata Recruitment 2026 – Walk-in for 01 Scientist-B (Medical) Post (DHR-ICMR VRDL Scheme)

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Aug. 27, 2026
Scientist-B (Medical) (VRDL - Department of Microbiology)
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Quick Recruitment Snapshot

Key recruitment parameters at a glance before you apply

Vacancies
01 Post (Unreserved - Contractual for 1 Year)
Pay Scale
From ₹67K / mo
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 35 years as on 2026-08-27

Crucial Recruitment Dates

Official schedule & key deadlines

Published

Aug 27, 2026

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Starts

Aug 27, 2026

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Deadline

Sep 18, 2026

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Exam Date

Sep 18, 2026

Application Window27 Aug – 18 Sep 2026
Exam / Test Date18 Sep 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

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.

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).

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Selection Procedure & Screening Stages

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Multi-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

OfflineQualifying Only

Scrutiny of MBBS/MD Degrees, NMC/WBMC Registrations, and Experience Certificates

OfflineQualifying Only

Personal Interview before the DHR-ICMR VRDL Selection Committee

OfflineMerit Scored

Final Merit Recommendation & 1-Year Contractual Appointment Order (Renewable)

OfflineQualifying Only

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

Evaluation ComponentMax 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 Protocols35 Marks
Epidemic Surveillance, Outbreak Investigation & Research Publications in Indexed Journals15 Marks
Walk-In Personal Interview Performance & Trilingual Communication (Bengali, English, Hindi)15 Marks

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.

Department of Microbiology at R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital (RGKMC&H), Kolkata houses the regional Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR) and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). As Scientist-B (Medical), the incumbent oversees molecular diagnosis of viral pathogens (Dengue, Chikungunya, Japanese Encephalitis, Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, Hepatitis, Rotavirus), manages biosafety level (BSL-2/BSL-3) laboratory workflows, coordinates clinical specimen collection, validates real-time RT-PCR and ELISA assays, and communicates epidemic outbreak surveillance data to the State Surveillance Unit (IDSP) and DHR. Requires emergency shifts and night duties during vector-borne or viral disease outbreaks. Strict prohibition of private practice. Provides prestigious research credentials and publication opportunities under ICMR multicenter public health networks.

Posting & Transfer Policy

Initial posting criteria, zone preferences, transfer liability.

Contractual tenure of 1 year initially (renewable based on performance and DHR-ICMR grant availability), stationed at Department of Microbiology, R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital, 1, Khudiram Bose Sarani, Kolkata – 700004.

Career & Promotion Ladder

Promotion timeline, seniority ladder, pay grade scaling.

Scientist-B (Medical) (₹67,000/- + HRA) -> Scientist-C (Medical) -> Scientist-D / Assistant Professor in Medical Microbiology / Community Medicine across government medical colleges and ICMR institutes (NICED, NIV).
Crucial Application Warnings & Eligibility Traps

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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.

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

  • Scientist-B (Medical) - Unreserved1
Total Vacancies01 Post (Unreserved - Contractual for 1 Year)

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.

How to Apply Online Step-by-Step?

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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.

Application Fee & Category Concessions

Nil. No application fee is charged.

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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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