The National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), an institute under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences based in Hyderabad, Telangana, is recruiting a Senior Research Fellow (Botany) on a contractual basis. The single position is for the SAMPADA project, which involves preparing a digital and print inventory of materials and practices related to Ahara, Dravya and Acara rituals, and selection will be through a written test followed by an interview.
NIIMH Recruitment 2026 - Senior Research Fellow (Botany) Posts
Posted 29 Sept 2026Updated 29 Sept 202607/2026
Total Vacancies
1
Last Date
29 Sept
Closed
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Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Applications closed on 29 Sept 2026
- Notification17 Sept
- Applications Open
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About NIIMH Senior Research Fellow (Botany) Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage
- Advertisement No.
- 07/2026
- Post Name
- SRF (Botany)
- Job Location
- Hyderabad, Telangana
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 35 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Experience
- 02 years research/teaching experience preferably in Botany
- Pay Scale
- Rs. 42,000 per month plus admissible HRA
- Tenure
- Six months, extendable or curtailed at the discretion of the Competent Authority on need basis and subject to performance
Vacancy Breakdown
SRF (Botany)
1
| Post Name | Total |
|---|---|
| SRF (Botany) | 1 |
Eligibility Details
SRF (Botany) - Qualification and Experience
Essential: Post Graduate degree in Botany from a recognized University/Institution; 02 years research/teaching experience preferably in Botany. Desirable: Preference will be given to those possessing higher qualifications viz. Ph.D. or having previous research experience, i.e. worked for any research project funded by the Ministry of Ayush, ICMR, CSIR, DST or equivalent organization; skills of drafting, editing scientific documents, articles, technical reports etc.; publication in peer reviewed journals; working knowledge of computer applications.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| SRF (Botany) - Qualification and Experience | Essential: Post Graduate degree in Botany from a recognized University/Institution; 02 years research/teaching experience preferably in Botany. Desirable: Preference will be given to those possessing higher qualifications viz. Ph.D. or having previous research experience, i.e. worked for any research project funded by the Ministry of Ayush, ICMR, CSIR, DST or equivalent organization; skills of drafting, editing scientific documents, articles, technical reports etc.; publication in peer reviewed journals; working knowledge of computer applications. |
Age Limit
Not exceeding 35 years as on the date of interview
Age Relaxation
Relaxation in age for SC/ST/OBC candidates as per Govt. of India Rules.
Application Fee
General / OBC
Nil
SC / ST
Nil
Selection Process
- 1Written Test
Conducted in online or offline mode as part of the selection process.
- 2Interview
Walk-in interview held on 01 October 2026 in physical mode at the Institute or through online mode.
Salary Structure
Rs. 42,000 per month plus admissible HRA
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed bio-data format from the NIIMH website or the CCRAS website
- 2Fill in the bio-data form and affix a passport size photograph
- 3Attach self-attested photocopies of SSC/10th certificate, Intermediate/12th certificate, degree certificate, PG certificate, experience certificates and caste certificate
- 4Email the duly filled bio-data and documents to [email protected] on or before 29 September 2026 by 5:00 PM
- 5Appear for the walk-in interview in physical mode at NIIMH, Hyderabad or through online mode on 01 October 2026 at 10:00 AM with all original certificates and testimonials for verification
Reporting Venue
National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage (NIIMH), Hyderabad, Telangana
Reporting time: 10:00 AM
Candidates attending in physical mode must report at the Institute by 10:00 AM on 01 October 2026 with all original certificates and testimonials for verification. Candidates attending in online mode will be sent the interview link and timings by email on or before 30 September 2026 by 4:00 PM. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Duly filled bio-data in the prescribed format
•Passport size photograph
•Self-attested photocopies of SSC/10th certificate
•Intermediate/12th certificate
•Degree certificate
•PG certificate
•Experience certificates
•Caste certificate (for age relaxation)
•Originals for verification
Important Details
- The engagement is purely on contractual basis and co-terminus at any time; no claim for regular appointment will be entertained.
- Eligibility of candidates in respect of age will be determined as on the date of interview.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
- The position is for the ICMR project titled 'Preparation of SAMPADA (Study and Archiving of Materials and Practices related to Ahara, Dravya, and Acara Rituals) Inventory in Digital and Print form'.
Contact
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 9493627388
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates attend the interview in online mode?
Yes. The walk-in interview is held in physical mode at the Institute or through online mode, and the interview link and timings are emailed to online candidates on or before 30 September 2026 by 4:00 PM.
Will TA/DA be paid for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Is the Senior Research Fellow post permanent?
No. The engagement is purely contractual and co-terminus, with no claim for regular appointment.
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