Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), a premier medical institute, has opened recruitment for the post of Project Nurse-II at its Karaikal campus in Puducherry. There is one vacancy, offered on a contract basis under an ICMR-funded research project on safe disposal of expired and unused medicines in rural areas. The role involves community and field work, data collection and coordination with stakeholders in the study area.
JIPMER Project Nurse II Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 2026JIP/Kkl/Pharm/ICMR/Rect/2026/Sep/01
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
21 Oct
3 days left
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Last date 21 Oct 2026 · 3 days left
- Notification30 Sept
- Applications Opentill 21 Oct
About JIPMER Project Nurse II Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research
- Advertisement No.
- JIP/Kkl/Pharm/ICMR/Rect/2026/Sep/01
- Post Name
- Project Nurse-II
- Job Location
- Karaikal, Puducherry
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 28 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Tenure
- Initial appointment for 11 months in Year I, extendable based on performance; total project duration 3 years
Vacancy Breakdown
Project Nurse-II
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| Project Nurse-II | 1 |
Eligibility Details
Project Nurse-II - Qualification and Experience
Essential: Three-year General Nursing & Midwife (GNM) Course from a recognized institution/board. Fluency in Tamil and English and willingness to undertake community/field work. Desirable: Previous experience in community-based work, research studies, public health, or field data collection; basic computer skills in MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data-entry and research-documentation skills.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Nurse-II - Qualification and Experience | Essential: Three-year General Nursing & Midwife (GNM) Course from a recognized institution/board. Fluency in Tamil and English and willingness to undertake community/field work. Desirable: Previous experience in community-based work, research studies, public health, or field data collection; basic computer skills in MS-Word, Excel, PowerPoint, data-entry and research-documentation skills. |
Age Limit
Maximum 28 years as on the last date of receipt of applications, 21/10/2026
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Carries 80% weightage; covers basic nursing and community health, medication safety and biomedical-waste management, and nursing/technical knowledge.
- 2Interview
Carries 20% weightage; candidates are shortlisted for interview on written test performance in the ratio of 3 to 5 per post.
Shortlisting ratio: 3 to 5 candidates shortlisted per available post
Salary Structure
Rs. 22,000 per month (Rs. 20,000 + 10% HRA as sanctioned for Year I; no other allowances payable)
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the official notification
- 2Print the form on A4 size paper and fill it in block letters with a blue pen
- 3Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the form without stapling it
- 4Attach self-attested photocopies of identity proof, age certificate, degrees and diplomas, experience certificates, CV and caste proof if applicable, in the order listed
- 5Scan the filled application form, CV and all supporting documents into a single PDF file
- 6Name the PDF file as CandidateName_ProjectNurseII_2026_application
- 7Email the PDF to [email protected] with the name of the post in the subject line before 5:00 PM on 21 October 2026
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Proof of identity (Aadhaar card / Voter ID / Passport / Driving License)
•Certificate in support of age (Tenth equivalent / High School Certificate)
•Degrees and diplomas
•Experience certificates
•CV
•Caste proof (SC/ST/OBC) if applicable
Important Details
- The position is purely on a contract basis for an externally sponsored ICMR project and the person engaged has no claim to any regular post at JIPMER at any time.
- The engagement may be extended or curtailed at the discretion of the Project Investigator.
- No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
- Applications with a CV alone and without the prescribed form and certificates will be rejected.
- All future correspondence is sent by email only, so a valid email ID and mobile number are compulsory.
- If the number of applications is very large, more stringent criteria than those specified may be used to determine eligibility.
Project Details
Project Title
Details: Implementation and Evaluation of a Community-Based Drug Take-Back Program for Safe Disposal of Expired and Unused Medicines in rural areas of South Indian district: A Mixed-Methods Interventional Study
Funding Agency
Details: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Project Investigator
Details: Dr. Kiruthika Sivagourounadin, Associate Professor
PI's Department
Details: Pharmacology, JIPMER, Karaikal
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Title | Implementation and Evaluation of a Community-Based Drug Take-Back Program for Safe Disposal of Expired and Unused Medicines in rural areas of South Indian district: A Mixed-Methods Interventional Study |
| Funding Agency | Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) |
| Project Investigator | Dr. Kiruthika Sivagourounadin, Associate Professor |
| PI's Department | Pharmacology, JIPMER, Karaikal |
Nature of Work
- Assist in community and field implementation of the drug take-back programme
- Data collection and study documentation
- Coordination with community stakeholders
- Medicine-return recording and categorization and IEC activities
- Field travel within the study area
- Other duties assigned by the Project Investigator
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9003739359
Frequently Asked Questions
How will candidates be informed about the written test and interview?
Shortlisted candidates are contacted by email, and the list of eligible candidates is also displayed on the JIPMER website. Reporting time, venue or mode and test instructions are sent by email.
Can I apply by sending only my CV?
No. Applications with a CV alone and without the prescribed application form and certificates are rejected.
Does the job involve travel?
Yes. The role involves community and field work with travel within the study area, and candidates must be willing to undertake it.
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