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Assessment of Icmr Scientists

Official gazetted recruitment notification for Assessment of Icmr Scientists administered by NIF Authority (All India / Central).

Updated: October 8, 2026 Hiring Authority: NIF Authority Sanctioned Vacancies: 1 Openings Remuneration: Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) Cutoff Date: 2026-09-30 Posting Jurisdiction: All India / Central

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Cadre & Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution

Reservation Category	Sanctioned Vacancies	Reservation Covenants
Unreserved (UR / General)	1 Posts	Open Merit Competency
Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL)	0 Posts	27% Central Statutory Quota (Non-Creamy Layer)
Scheduled Caste (SC)	0 Posts	15% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	0 Posts	7.5% Constitutional Reservation Quota
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	0 Posts	10% Income & Asset Certificate Criteria
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD)	0 Posts	Horizontal Reservation (4% Quota)
Ex-Servicemen (ESM)	0 Posts	DoPT Horizontal Defense Quota
Total Confirmed Cadre Openings	1 Vacancies	Official Sanctioned Strength

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

Remuneration Component	Sanctioned Entitlement	Statutory Reference
Scale of Pay	Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4)	Official Gazetted Pay Band
Starting Basic Pay	Rs. 25,500	Pay Matrix Entry Index
Dearness Allowance (DA)	50% of Basic Pay	CPI-IW Indexed Central Government Order
House Rent Allowance (HRA)	27% (X Class) / 18% (Y Class) / 9% (Z Class)	DoPT City Classification Guidelines
Transport Allowance (TA)	Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 7,200 + Applicable DA	Grade Pay Level entitlement
Retirement & Social Security	National Pension System (NPS 14% Govt Share)	PFRDA Pension Regulations
Statutory Medical Benefits	CGHS Medical Facility / Comprehensive Insurance	Central Services Medical Rules

Eligibility, Educational Qualifications & Age Benchmarks

Eligibility Parameter	Prescribed Requirement	Verification Standards
Prescribed Education	Graduate / Diploma in relevant discipline	UGC / AICTE Accredited University
Essential Discipline	Graduate / Technical Degree	Official Marksheets & Degree Validation
Prescribed Age Range	18 to 30 Years (As on cutoff)	Matriculation / Secondary Board Certificate
Statutory Age Relaxations	SC/ST: 5 Years, OBC: 3 Years, PwD: 10 Years	DoPT Category Certificate Format
Nationality / Domicile	Citizen of India	Aadhaar / Electoral ID / Domicile Certificate

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Statutory Recruitment FAQ Accordion

What is the pay scale for Assessment of Icmr Scientists?

The sanctioned remuneration is Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 (Level-4) under the 7th Central Pay Commission framework, accompanied by standard Central/State allowances including Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and National Pension System (NPS) benefits.

What is the official application deadline?

The confirmed deadline for online application registration and fee settlement is 2026-09-30. Candidates are urged to finalize submissions in advance of the deadline.

How to verify authentic notification circulars from NIF Authority?

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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

Access the official NIF recruitment portal, select the ICMR Scientist Assessment link, and complete the One-Time Registration by providing valid personal, contact, and basic academic details.

Log in using the generated credentials to fill out the comprehensive application form, specifying the scientific discipline, research publications, and past professional experience details.

Upload scanned copies of essential documents including educational certificates, proof of date of birth, caste or reservation certificates, and a recent passport-sized photograph and signature.

Remit the non-refundable application fee through the integrated online payment gateway using net banking, credit cards, or UPI, and download the generated payment confirmation receipt.

Submit the finalized application form, download the system-generated PDF for future reference, and regularly check the portal for the release of the e-Admit Card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Assessment of Icmr Scientists is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam Paper	Weightage & Duration	Core Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Screening Test	100 Marks, 120 Minutes	Research Methodology, Biostatistics, General Cognitive Ability, Logical Reasoning, and Data Interpretation.
Stage 2: Domain Specific Written Assessment	100 Marks, 180 Minutes	Advanced Subject-Specific Scientific Knowledge, Research Proposal Formulation, and Recent Advances in Biomedical Sciences.
Stage 3: Personal Interview and Peer Review	100 Marks, 45 Minutes	Evaluation of Research Publications, Patents, Scientific Communication Skills, and Leadership Potential in Research Projects.
Stage 4: Document Verification and Medical Examination	Qualifying, No Marks	Verification of Original Academic Credentials, Experience Certificates, No Objection Certificate, and Standard Medical Fitness.

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The recruitment for the Assessment of ICMR Scientists by the NIF Authority is positioned at Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of Rs. 67,700. Under the current 8th CPC transition framework, the Dearness Allowance (DA) is calculated at 53% of the basic pay, amounting to Rs. 35,881. House Rent Allowance (HRA) is categorized by city classification: Class X (30% or Rs. 20,310), Class Y (20% or Rs. 13,540), and Class Z (10% or Rs. 6,770). Transport Allowance (TA) is structured at Rs. 7,200 plus DA on TA (Rs. 3,816), totaling Rs. 11,016. Consequently, the Gross Monthly Salary for a Class X city stands at approximately Rs. 1,34,907. After statutory deductions including 10% National Pension System (NPS) contribution (Rs. 10,358) and professional taxes, the estimated net in-hand monthly salary is approximately Rs. 1,22,900.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

In accordance with the official Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandums, this recruitment enforces a strict reservation policy. It provides a 5-year age relaxation for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC (Non-Creamy Layer), and up to 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). A 10% vertical reservation is allocated for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) subject to income and asset certificate verification. Additionally, in line with central government mandates, women candidates and PwBD applicants are fully exempted from paying the application fee to promote gender diversity and equal opportunity.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Assessment of Icmr Scientists

What is the minimum qualifying cutoff for the written screening test?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is 50% for General/EWS candidates and 45% for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD candidates, though actual shortlisting cutoffs may be higher depending on the volume of applicants.

Will normalization be applied to the screening test scores?

Yes, if the Computer Based Screening Test is conducted in multiple shifts, a standard multi-shift percentile-based normalization method will be applied to ensure equity.

Is there a service agreement or bond required upon selection?

Yes, selected candidates must execute a service bond to serve the organization for a minimum period of three years from the date of joining as a Scientist.

What is the duration of the probation period for appointed scientists?

The appointed scientists will be on probation for a period of two years, during which their performance and conduct will be closely monitored before confirmation.

Where can I access the detailed syllabus for the domain specialization paper?

The detailed discipline-specific syllabus is available on the official NIF Authority recruitment portal under the syllabus tab of the active vacancy notification.

Where will the selected scientists be posted initially?

Selected scientists can be posted at any of the NIF Authority's research centers, regional offices, or collaborating ICMR laboratories across India based on project requirements.