Overview
ICMR has announced recruitment for one Consultant post (Scientific‑Medical/Non‑Medical) for 2026, offering a salary of ₹1,00,000‑₹1,80,000 per month. Candidates must hold MBBS/BDS/BVSc or equivalent and have 10 years post‑qualification experience, with an age limit of 40‑70 years. There is no application fee, and the application deadline is 16 March 2026. Selection will involve a written test and interview, or interview only for retired personnel.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
- Qualification
- MBBS/BDS/BVSc or M.Sc/B.Tech/BE/MCA/MPH/B.Pharm/BAMS/BSMS/MD in AYUSH with 10 years post‑qualification experience; PhD counted as 4 years, MD/MS as 3 years, MVSc as 2 years
- Vacancies
- 1
- Posted
- 25 February 2026
- Last date to apply
- 16 March 2026
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 25 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Application Submission | 16 March 2026 |
Important Links
- notificationOpen Link
Vacancy Details
Consultant (Scientific-Medical): 1; Consultant (Scientific-Non Medical): 1
Selection Process
If more than 30 candidates apply: Written test (50 MCQs, 1 mark each) followed by personal interview. If less than 30 candidates apply: Personal interview only. For retired personnel: Interview only (no written test). Final selection based on combined marks of written test and interview.
How to Apply
Verify eligibility and age criteria., Download and read the official notification PDF., Fill out the online application form., Upload required documents (photograph, signature, certificates)., Pay the application fee online if applicable., Submit the application before 16‑03‑2026., Print or save a copy of the submitted application for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for ICMR Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online for Consultant Posts?
Notification Date: 25 February 2026; Last Date for Application Submission: 16 March 2026
What is the age limit?
40-70 years
What is the selection process?
If more than 30 candidates apply: Written test (50 MCQs, 1 mark each) followed by personal interview. If less than 30 candidates apply: Personal interview only. For retired personnel: Interview only (no written test). Final selection based on combined marks of written test and interview.