PGIMER Project Research Scientist II Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online - Recruitment 2026
(Apply Online, Last Date, Notification)
Short Information: Chandigarh and the concerned department have released the notification for the post of PGIMER Project Research Scientist II Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online. Candidates who are interested in this recruitment can read the full notification before applying online.
| Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Release | 20 January 2026 | Monday |
| Online Application Portal Opens | 20 January 2026 | Monday |
| Last Date for Online Application | 31 January 2026 | Friday |
| Shortlist Announcement | To be notified | - |
| Selection Process (Interview/Test) | Will be intimated to shortlisted candidates | - |
| Result Declaration | After completion of selection process | - |
Important: No applications will be accepted after 31 January 2026. Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
No application fee is required for applying to this position.
The application process is completely free of cost for all candidates.
Maximum Age Limit: 40 years (as on 31-01-2026)
Date of Birth: Candidates born on or after 31 January 1986 are eligible
Age Relaxation (as per ICMR/GoI norms)
| Category | Relaxation |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-creamy layer) | 3 years |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 10 years |
| Women (in certain categories) | 5 years |
Note: Age relaxation is subject to production of valid certificates. Upper age limit may be relaxed for exceptionally meritorious candidates as per institutional norms.
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
| Organization Name | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Department | Department of Pediatrics |
| Post Name | Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) |
| Total Vacancies | 01 Post |
| Employment Type | Contractual (Project-based) |
| Project Area | Cytogenetics and FISH (Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization) |
| Basic Salary | Rs. 80,000/- per month |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Rs. 16,000/- per month (20% of basic) |
| Total Monthly Salary | Rs. 96,000/- per month |
| Annual Package (Approx.) | Rs. 11,52,000/- per annum |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Application Fee | NIL (No Fee) |
| Notification Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 20 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 January 2026 |
| Official Website | www.pgimer.edu.in |
| S.No. | Post Name | Vacancies | Essential Qualification (Any One) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Project Research Scientist-II (Medical) | 01 | MBBS with 3 years post-qualification experience |
| MBBS + MD Pathology (or equivalent PG degree) | |||
| MBBS + Ph.D. |
| Salary Component | Amount (Monthly) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Salary | Rs. 80,000/- | 83.33% |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) @ 20% | Rs. 16,000/- | 16.67% |
| Total Monthly Package | Rs. 96,000/- | 100% |
| Approximate Annual Package | Rs. 11,52,000/- | - |
| Category | Maximum Age (as on 31-01-2026) | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved | 40 years | No Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 45 years | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 43 years | +3 years |
| PwD (Persons with Disabilities) | 50 years | +10 years |
| Women (in applicable categories) | 45 years | +5 years |
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Publication of Vacancy Notification | 20-01-2026 |
| Online Application Portal Activation | 20-01-2026 |
| Closing Date for Online Application | 31-01-2026 |
| Scrutiny of Applications | After 31-01-2026 |
| Shortlist Release | To be notified |
| Interview/Selection Process | To be intimated |
| Result Declaration | After selection |
| S.No. | Document Name | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Recent Passport Size Photograph | Mandatory |
| 2 | Scanned Signature | Mandatory |
| 3 | MBBS Degree Certificate & Mark Sheets | Mandatory |
| 4 | MD/Postgraduate Degree Certificate | If Applicable |
| 5 | Ph.D. Degree Certificate | If Applicable |
| 6 | Medical Registration Certificate (NMC) | Mandatory |
| 7 | Experience Certificates | Mandatory (if applying with experience route) |
| 8 | FISH/Cytogenetics Experience Certificate | Desirable (if available) |
| 9 | Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC) | If Claiming Reservation |
| 10 | Disability Certificate (PwD) | If Applicable |
| 11 | NOC from Current Employer | If Currently Employed in Govt/PSU |
| 12 | Research Publications (if any) | Optional (but advantageous) |
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