ICMR NICHDR Director Recruitment 2025 – Apply Now

Posted on: November 8, 2025
Category: Government Medical Jobs in India, Scientist Government Jobs
Qualification: Government jobs for phd In India, Government Jobs for Post Graduates, MBBS Government Jobs in India, MD Government Jobs in India
Location: Central Govt
Last date to apply: 1 Dec, 2025

Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has announced the recruitment for the post of Director, National Institute of Child Health and Development Research (NICHDR), New Delhi under Advertisement No. ICMR/DIR/04/2025-RPCell. Eligible Indian citizens with requisite qualifications and experience are invited to apply online by December 01, 2025 (05:30 PM). This is an excellent opportunity among Scientist Government Jobs. Selection will be based on shortlisting and personal discussion. The appointment carries All India transfer liability.

Category Wise Vacancy Details

Post NameInstituteTotal Post
DirectorNational Institute of Child Health and Development Research (NICHDR), New Delhi01

Eligibility Criteria

Post NameEligibility Criteria
Director – NICHDR,
New Delhi
  • MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC
  • OR MBBS with MPH from a recognized University
  • OR Master’s Degree/Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences
  • Minimum 15 years of R&D experience in Biomedical Sciences
  • Including 5 years in a managerial role (as PI/Co-PI/Head of Research Group/
    Centre/Institute/Lab)
  • OR eligible officers on deputation/absorption with the same qualifications and
    experience

Important Dates

  • Last Date for Apply: December 01, 2025 (05:30 PM)

Age Limit

  • Maximum Age: 58 Years (as on 01/12/2025)
  • Relaxable for exceptionally meritorious candidates (with approval of President, Governing Council, ICMR)

Application Fee

  • General / OBC: Rs. 1,500/-
  • SC / ST / Women / PwD / EWS: Exempted
  • Application Mode: Online

Pay Scale

  • Level-14 (7th CPC): Rs. 1,44,200 – Rs. 2,18,200/- + Allowances as per ICMR rules

Selection Process

  • Screening of applications based on age, essential qualifications and experience.
  • Shortlisting of eligible candidates as per higher qualifications or experience.
  • Interview/Personal Discussion by the Selection Committee.
  • Final selection based on merit and performance in the interview.

How to Apply for ICMR Recruitment 2025

  • Visit the official ICMR recruitment portal at https://recruit.icmr.org.in
  • Fill out the online application form with accurate details.
  • Upload self-attested copies of required documents.
  • Pay the application fee online, if applicable.
  • Submit the application before the closing date.
  • Retain a copy of your submitted application for your records.

FAQs

Applicants who have an MD/MS, MBBS with MPH or Master’s/Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences are welcome. The candidates will have to possess 15 years of experience in R&D with managerial experience in major research projects. Those scientists employed by institutional or university bodies or autonomous bodies that have the qualifications of a central/state government may apply through deputation or absorption as well.

The applications should be processed via the ICMR recruitment portal. The applicants are required to complete the form, attach self-attested educational and experience documents, pay the necessary fee and submit it before the deadline. The submitted application should be printed and appreciated in the future.

Shortlisting is determined based on age, qualifications and experience. Shortlisting can be done again on eligible candidates where necessary. The last part is the Final selection, which is an interview or personal talk with the Selection Committee, where merit and performance are taken into account.

Important Links 

Official Notificationwww.icmr.gov.in
Official Websitewww.icmr.gov.in
Apply Onlinewww.recruitment.icmr.org.in

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Qualification

PHD, Post Graduation, MBBS, MD

Location

Central Govt

Last date to apply

1 Dec, 2025

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