The Indian Council of Medical Research–National Institute for Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR) has officially announced the Consultant (Scientific – Non-Medical) Recruitment 2026 with 02 openings. The detailed notification was published on 02-07-2026 at nithr.icmr.org.in. Candidates who meet the age criteria of 40 to 60 years and hold M.Sc./MD or equivalent with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience can now submit their offline applications from 02-07-2026 to 17-07-2026. Direct links to download the notification and apply are shared below.
ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification
ICMR-National Institute for Tribal Health Research (NITHR), Jabalpur has released Advertisement No. 02/2026-27 for engagement of 2 Consultants (Scientific – Non-Medical) purely on contractual basis for short-term support in scientific activities. The notification includes complete details on eligibility, experience, remuneration, terms & conditions, and application instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying.
Download ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Overview
ICMR-NITHR is recruiting 2 Consultant (Scientific Non-Medical) posts on contractual basis.
ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Essential Qualifications: Professionals having proven competency and success in their area of specialization, with at least 8 years of post-qualification experience and minimum M.Sc./MD or equivalent qualifications in relevant subject.
Desirable Qualification and Experience:
- Experience in Research project execution & management
- Distinguished publication record with high citations and strong H-index
- Experience in Biomedical Sciences / Tribal Health research
- Experience with molecular diagnostic platforms
- Experience in organising training and capacity building programmes
Age Limit: 40 to 60 years (as on last date of application)
ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026 Job Description
Consultants will provide high-quality services in scientific activities related to Tribal Health Research, project management, and other assigned tasks.
How to Apply ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026
Interested and eligible candidates may submit their duly filled application in the prescribed format along with self-attested photocopies of relevant documents.
Step-by-Step Application Process:
- Download the prescribed application format from the official notification.
- Fill the application form carefully with all required details.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational certificates, experience certificates, age proof, publication list, and a recent passport-size photograph.
- Send the complete application through Speed Post only to: Establishment-II (Project Cell), Room No. 110, ICMR-NITHR Campus, Nagpur Road, Dhanvantri Nagar, Garha, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh – 482003.
- The application must reach on or before 17th July 2026.
Important Points:
- No other mode of application (email/hand delivery etc.) will be entertained.
- Incomplete applications or applications received after the last date will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview/personal discussion.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Important Instructions for ICMR-NITHR Consultant Recruitment 2026
- This is a purely temporary contractual engagement with no claim for regular appointment/absorption.
- The contract can be terminated at any time with one month’s notice.
- Consultants cannot take up any other full-time or part-time assignment during the engagement.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
- For updates, regularly visit the official ICMR-NITHR and ICMR websites.
Apply Offline (Speed Post) by 17-07-2026