JIPMER Puducherry Research Project Recruitment 2026 - Application Form, Eligibility, Salary

1. Recruitment Overview

• The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has released a recruitment notification (Advt. No: JIP/PSM/INDO-USTB/NP/2026/1) for the engagement of 10 Research Project Staff on a contract basis. This recruitment is for two distinct research projects funded by CRDF Global, USA and DBT, India under the Department of Preventive and Social Medicine.
• Recruitment Type: This is a Direct Recruitment process that involves a Written Test and/or Interview. It is not a competitive exam like UPSC, but candidates must pass the screening stages.

3. Vacancy Details & Salary

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Site Coordinator: Masters in Life Science/MPH/Sociology + 5 years experience in multicentric research.
• Research Associate-II: Master's in Bioinformatics (8 yrs exp) OR PhD in Bioinformatics. Must handle WGS data.
• Project Tech Support III (MSW): PG in Social Work/Sociology + 5 years research experience. Must know Tamil & English.
• Project Tech Support III (Nurse): BSc Nursing + 2 years experience with State Nursing Council registration. Must know Tamil & English.
• Project Tech Support III (Lab Tech): Graduate in MLT (3 yrs exp) OR Master's in Life Sciences. Experience in sample processing.
• Technical Assistant (Cardiac): Bachelor's in Cardiac Lab Tech/Allied Health + 2 years experience in Echocardiography.
• Technical Assistant (Data): Bachelor's Degree + 3 years experience in research projects.
• Project Associate-I (IT): BCA/BSc CS/MCA/MSc CS + 2 years IT support experience.
• Project Tech Support II (Lab): 12th + Diploma in MLT (5 yrs exp) OR Graduate in MLT (3 yrs exp).
• Multi-Purpose Worker: 10th + Diploma + Valid Driving License + 5 years driving experience.

Age Limit

• Age is calculated as of the last date of receipt of applications (14/02/2026). Refer to the table in Section 3 for specific age limits per post.

5. Selection Process

• The recruitment involves the following stages:
• Screening: Evaluation of Application Form, CV, and supporting documents.
• Written Test: Candidates will be tested on relevant subject knowledge (if shortlisted candidates are large in number).
• Skill Test: Specific to the post (e.g., Lab techniques, Driving, IT Troubleshooting).
• Interview: Final stage. Candidates will be called for an interview.
• Direct Interview: If the number of shortlisted candidates is low, the written test may be skipped, and candidates may be called directly for an interview.

6. Application Fee

• The notification does not mention any application fee. Candidates are requested to apply via email without payment.

7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Download Forms: Visit the official JIPMER website or use the links provided in the notification to download the Advertisement and Application Form.
• Fill Application: Fill the application form carefully. Ensure all details match your documents.
• Prepare PDF: Combine the filled application form, CV, and all supporting documents (Degree, Experience Certificates, ID Proof, Driving License if applicable) into a single PDF file.
• File Naming: Rename the file as "CandidateName_PostName_2026_application" (e.g., James_Nurse_2026_application).
• Email Subject: The subject line of the email must strictly mention the name of the post applied for.
• Send Email: Send the email to [email protected].
• Multiple Posts: If applying for different posts, send separate emails for each application.
• Deadline: Submit before 4:30 PM on 14/02/2026.

8. Important Dates

• Notification Release: 05/02/2026
• Last Date for Application Submission: 14/02/2026 (4:30 PM)
• Date of Interview/Written Test: 17/02/2026

9. Important Links

• Download Official Advertisement (PDF)
• Download Application Form (PDF)
• Official JIPMER Website

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