All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal, a leading medical institute in Madhya Pradesh, is hiring for two contractual project posts of Project Research Scientist-II, one each in the Medical and Non-Medical categories. The positions fall under the ICMR-funded NCD-India project, which works on non-communicable disease research, and the roles involve research work in areas such as epidemiology, disease modelling and biostatistics at the Bhopal campus.
AIIMS Bhopal Recruitment 2026 - Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) and (Non-Medical) Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 2026AIIMS/BPL/CFM/APP/NCD-Ind/2026/01
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About AIIMS Bhopal Project Research Scientist-II Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
- Advertisement No.
- AIIMS/BPL/CFM/APP/NCD-Ind/2026/01
- Post Name
- Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) and Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
- Job Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 40 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- 1 year, extendable depending on performance and approval of the project duration by the funding agency
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)
1
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
1
Total2
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) | 1 |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | 1 |
| Grand Total | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)1 post
- Qualification
- MBBS, BVSc or BDS with three years of post-qualification experience; or MBBS, BVSc or BDS with a postgraduate degree such as MD, MVSc, MDS, MPH or an equivalent degree, including integrated postgraduate degrees; or MBBS, BVSc or BDS with PhD. Qualifications and certificates must be from a recognized Board or University.
- Experience
- Three years of post-qualification experience, not required where the candidate holds a postgraduate degree or PhD. Experience in NCD-related research projects and work in disease modelling will be preferred.
- Preferred
- Experience in NCD-related research projects and work in disease modelling
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)1 post
- Qualification
- Postgraduate degree, including integrated postgraduate degrees, with three years of post-qualification experience or PhD; or, for Engineering, IT or Computer Science candidates, a four-year graduate degree with three years of post-qualification experience. Qualifications and certificates must be from a recognized Board or University.
- Experience
- Three years of post-qualification experience. Experience working with R, Python or other programming languages for developing web applications, simulations or dashboards relevant to the project will be preferred.
- Preferred
- Experience with R, Python or other programming languages for developing web applications, simulations or dashboards relevant to the project
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years as on 12 October 2026
Age Relaxation
Admissible to SC, ST and OBC candidates, retrenched government employees, departmental candidates including project employees, and ex-servicemen according to Central Government instructions. Age concession to the extent of service rendered in research projects may also be admissible to experienced and skilled persons.
Application Fee
All Candidates
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Scrutiny of Applications
Applications and eligibility are scrutinised.
- 2Shortlisting
Candidates may be shortlisted where applicable, based on experience beyond the minimum, higher qualifications or publications in PubMed-indexed journals.
- 3Screening Written Test
Conducted only if the number of applicants for a single post exceeds 30; 50 multiple-choice questions, with a maximum of five candidates normally shortlisted for interview.
- 4Interview
Final selection is based on the combined written test and interview scores, or exclusively on interview scores if no written test is held.
Shortlisting ratio: Maximum of five candidates normally shortlisted for interview per post based on written test scores
Salary Structure
Project Research Scientist-II (Medical)
Pay: Rs. 80,000 + 20% HRA = Rs. 96,000 per month
Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical)
Pay: Rs. 67,000 + 20% HRA = Rs. 80,400 per month
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) | Rs. 80,000 + 20% HRA = Rs. 96,000 per month |
| Project Research Scientist-II (Non-Medical) | Rs. 67,000 + 20% HRA = Rs. 80,400 per month |
How to Apply
- 1Download and read the official AIIMS Bhopal recruitment notification
- 2Check the eligibility requirements for the Medical or Non-Medical post
- 3Fill in the application format enclosed with the advertisement
- 4Prepare an updated CV and a recent photograph
- 5Attach self-attested copies of the required certificates and supporting documents
- 6Keep the original documents ready for verification
- 7Report as instructed by AIIMS Bhopal for the recruitment process
- 8Check the AIIMS Bhopal website and the registered email for updates on the written test or interview
Reporting Venue
CFM Board Room, Second Floor, Medical College Building, AIIMS Bhopal
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Filled application form
•Curriculum Vitae (CV)
•Recent photograph
•Proof of date of birth such as Class 10 certificate or school leaving certificate
•Educational qualification mark sheets
•Degree certificates
•Experience certificates
•Caste certificate if applicable
•Registration certificate with the statutory council if applicable
•Other relevant testimonials
•Original documents for verification
•Self-attested photocopies of required documents
•Coloured passport-size photographs
•No Objection Certificate for candidates employed in government organizations or other funded research projects
Important Details
- Candidates employed in government organizations or other funded research projects must produce a No Objection Certificate from their employer.
- A valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory for communication.
- The date and time of the written test or interview are tentative and communication regarding the selection process will be sent to shortlisted candidates by email.
- Incomplete or incorrect applications may be rejected, and canvassing or submission of false information may result in disqualification.
Screening Written Test
A screening written test of 50 multiple-choice questions will be conducted if the number of applicants for a single post exceeds 30. It may cover NCD Epidemiology, Health Economics, Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, Disease Modelling and Simulation, Biostatistics, Research Methodology and General Aptitude.
Written Test Qualifying Marks
UR / OBC / EWS
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 40%
SC / ST
Minimum Qualifying Marks: 35%
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | 40% |
| SC / ST | 35% |
Shortlisting and Tie-Breaking
A maximum of five candidates will normally be shortlisted for the interview based on written test scores. If fewer than five candidates obtain the qualifying score, all qualifying candidates will be shortlisted. In case of a tie in written test marks, the candidate with the earlier date of birth will be ranked higher. When a large number of applications is received, candidates may be shortlisted on relevant experience exceeding the minimum requirement, higher educational qualifications than the prescribed minimum, and publications in PubMed-indexed journals.
Interview Topics
- NCD Epidemiology
- Health Economics
- Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
- Disease Modelling and Microsimulation
- Biostatistics
- Research Methodology
- Project Management
Terms of Appointment
- Appointments are purely contractual and temporary under an externally funded project
- Initial tenure is one year and may be extended depending on performance and approval of the project duration by the funding agency
- The contractual appointment provides no claim to a regular post at AIIMS Bhopal or the funding agency
- No TA or DA will be provided for attending the test or interview
- Candidates may be posted at rural or field sites depending on project requirements
- AIIMS Bhopal will not provide accommodation
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