The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS, New Delhi), an autonomous Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has officially announced recruitment for 2 posts of Project Research Scientist-I and Project Technical Support-III in the Department of NMR under an extramural research study funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Qualified postgraduates in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Medical Physics, and Biomedical Engineering can apply online via email before 15 October 2026. Selected scientific staff will receive monthly emoluments up to Rs. 56,000 plus 27% HRA.
AIIMS New Delhi 2026: Scientific Research Post Breakdown and Pay
The appointments are tenable in the advanced Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) facility at AIIMS:
| Designation | Vacancies | Upper Age Limit | Monthly Consolidated Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Research Scientist-I | 1 Post | 35 Years | Rs. 56,000 + 27% HRA (~Rs. 71,120 per month) |
| Project Technical Support-III | 1 Post | 35 Years | Rs. 28,000 + 27% HRA (~Rs. 35,560 per month) |
| Total Vacancies | 2 Posts | Statutory Relaxations | Funded by ICMR extramural grant |
Selection Process, Exam Pattern and Shortlisting Criteria
The scientific staff recruitment will follow standard AIIMS institutional procedures:
- Application Scrutiny: Shortlisting candidates based on M.Sc / M.Tech marks, research publications in indexed biomedical journals, and relevant NMR/MRI hands-on spectroscopy experience.
- Shortlisting Notification: Only shortlisted candidates will receive email call letters containing the interview link or reporting venue.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by a committee of senior professors from the Department of NMR, Biophysics, and Radiology.
Qualifying Marks, Benchmark Cutoffs and Evaluation Criteria
Candidates must satisfy educational criteria and experience as on 15 October 2026:
- Project Research Scientist-I: First-class Master Degree in Life Sciences / Biophysics / Medical Physics / Biotechnology or M.Tech in Biomedical Engineering from a recognized university. Candidates possessing Ph.D. in related fields or valid CSIR-UGC NET / GATE qualification will be given priority.
- Project Technical Support-III: Three-year Graduate in Life Sciences / Medical Technology with 3 years relevant lab experience or Master Degree in Life Sciences.
- Interview Benchmark: Minimum 50% qualifying score in the interview is required for empanelment.
- Age Relaxation: 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates as per Government of India norms.
Candidate Guidelines and Next Steps for Email Submission
Eligible applicants must follow the prescribed digital application process:
- Prepare a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting academic percentages, national entrance clearances (NET/GATE), laboratory skills, and research publications.
- Merge the CV, date of birth certificate, master degree marksheets, and experience certificates into a single consolidated PDF document.
- Send the application via email to the Principal Investigator at the official email address specified in the notification before 15 October 2026 (5:00 PM).
- Subject line of the email must strictly be: "Application for the post of [Post Name] in ICMR NMR Project".
Tenure and Academic Publications
The project appointment is initially for 1 year, extendable annually until project termination. Appointees will have opportunities to present research findings at national medical physics congresses and publish papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals subject to institutional approval.
Frequently Asked Questions (Notice-Grounded)
What is the last date to apply for AIIMS Delhi NMR project posts?
The closing date for submission of applications via email is 15 October 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
How many vacancies are notified in AIIMS Delhi under this advertisement?
There are 2 vacancies: 1 post of Project Research Scientist-I and 1 post of Project Technical Support-III.
What is the salary for Project Research Scientist-I at AIIMS Delhi?
The post carries a monthly consolidated salary of Rs. 56,000 plus 27% HRA (total approximately Rs. 71,120 per month).
What is the upper age limit for applying to these project posts?
The upper age limit is 35 years as on 15 October 2026, with applicable statutory government relaxations.