ICMR Recruitment 2025: Apply for Head - Division of Reproductive, Child Health & Nutrition Post in New Delhi

This article provides detailed information about the recruitment of Head - Division of Reproductive, Child Health & Nutrition (RCN) at ICMR Hqrs., New Delhi. The vacancy is under Level 14 of the Pay Matrix (Rs.1,44,200-2,18,200).

• Organization: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)

• Post Name: Head - Division of Reproductive, Child Health & Nutrition (RCN)

• Location: ICMR Hqrs., New Delhi

• Pay Scale: Level 14 (Rs.1,44,200-2,18,200)

ICMR Vacancy 2025: Post Details

ICMR Eligibility Criteria 2025: Educational Qualification & Experience

• Essential Qualification:

  • MD/MS or equivalent degree recognized by MCI/NMC.

  OR

  • MBBS or equivalent degree, recognized by MCI/NMC, with MPH from a recognized university.

  OR

  • M.Sc or MBBS or equivalent degree, recognized by MCI/NMC, with Ph.D. from a recognized University in a subject as given in Annexure-I.

• Essential Experience: 15 years

  • 05 Years in a managerial position and has handled R&D projects independently (viz. Pl or Co-Pl of Scientific studies, Head of Research Groups/ Centres/ Institutes/ Laboratories) related to Reproductive, Child Health or Nutrition.

  • 02 Years regular service in the Pay Matrix level-13-A or equivalent as amended from time to time.

ICMR Age Limit 2025

• Upper age limit: 58 years (relaxable as per GOI instructions).

Application Fee for ICMR Recruitment 2025

• Rs.1500/- (non-refundable)

• Exemption: SC/ST/Women/PWD/EWS candidates are exempted.

Subjects for PhD ICMR Recruitment 2025

• Biochemistry

• Chemistry

• Anthropology

• Sociology

• Social work

• Food & Nutrition

• Economics with specialisation in Health Economics

• Psychology

• Biology/Bio Science

• Entomology/Medical Entomology

• Genetics/Medical Genetics

• Immunology

• Microbiology

• Molecular Biology

• Pharmacology

• Pharmacy

• Toxicology

• Virology

• Zoology

• Biotechnology

• Botany

• Bio-Informatics

• Biostatistics/Statistics

• Public Health

• Any clinical subject (Internal medicine, Community medicine, surgery, obstetrics & gynaecology, Paediatrics, Orthopaedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesiology etc.)

• Any other relevant subject in Medicine/ Bio-Medical Sciences.

Important Dates for ICMR Recruitment 2025

• Last Date for Receipt of Applications: 21.04.2025 till 5:30 PM

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q: How do I apply for the ICMR Head - Division of RCN post?

  • You need to apply through the online mode on the ICMR website: https://recruit.icmr.org.in. Make sure to upload all the required self-attested documents, including proof of date of birth, educational qualifications, and experience certificates.

• Q: Is the application fee refundable?

  • No, the application fee of Rs. 1500 is non-refundable. However, SC/ST/Women/PWD/EWS candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

• Q: What documents are required to be submitted along with the application?

  • You need to submit self-attested copies of the following documents: Proof of Date of Birth, Educational qualifications, and Experience certificates. Ensure that all relevant documents of educational qualification/specialization/experience as claimed are uploaded.

• Q: What if I am working in a government organization?

  • If you are working in a Centre/State Government Department/Public Sector Undertaking & Govt. funded research agency, you must submit a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) from your employer with an undertaking that you will be relieved within one month of your receipt of the appointment order.

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