ICMR-NIRBI Kolkata Recruitment 2026: 4 Assistant Posts on Deputation, Apply by 23 November

Curated by the team of Boldvoices

Updated: 10 November 2026

The ICMR-National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections (ICMR-NIRBI), Kolkata, has invited applications to fill four Assistant posts on deputation basis. The institute functions under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.

The posts carry Pay Matrix Level 6 under the 7th Central Pay Commission, with a scale of ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. The application deadline has been extended by corrigendum to 23 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Important: This is a deputation recruitment for eligible serving employees of Central / State Government departments, Autonomous Bodies and Public Sector Undertakings. It is not an open-market recruitment for fresh graduates or private-sector applicants.

ICMR-NIRBI Assistant Recruitment 2026: Overview

Vacancy and Pay Details

Who Is Eligible to Apply?

Applications are invited from eligible officers serving in:

• Central Government departments.
• State Government departments.
• Autonomous Bodies.
• Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).

ICMR departmental employees are not eligible for this deputation recruitment under the stated conditions.

Essential Qualification and Service Conditions

Applicants must satisfy either of the following routes:

Route 1: Officers Holding an Analogous Post

• Must be holding an analogous post on a regular basis in the parent cadre / department.
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration in any discipline from a recognised university / institution.
• Must have working knowledge of computers, including MS Office and PowerPoint.

Route 2: Upper Division Clerk (UDC)

• Must be an Upper Division Clerk in Pay Level 4 (₹25,500–₹81,100).
• Must have completed 10 years of regular service in the grade.
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree of at least three years’ duration in any discipline from a recognised university / institution.
• Must have working knowledge of computers, including MS Office and PowerPoint.

Applicants should attach proof of regular service, pay level, educational qualification and computer knowledge. Eligibility is assessed with reference to the parent department’s service records.

Age Limit

The maximum age limit is 56 years as on the last date for receipt of applications. Candidates should calculate their age against the extended closing date and verify the service conditions with their cadre-controlling authority.

Tenure of Deputation

The deputation is initially for two years, extendable by a further one year subject to administrative requirements and approval of the competent authority. The Institute reserves the right to terminate the deputation earlier in accordance with the terms of the vacancy circular.

Pay and Allowances

The post is in Pay Level 6 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, ₹35,400–₹1,12,400. Deputation allowance and other admissible benefits will be governed by the applicable Government of India / DoPT instructions and the terms of the deputation appointment.

How to Apply

Eligible officers must apply through their parent department / cadre-controlling authority. Direct applications without the prescribed forwarding and service documents may not be considered.

1. Download the official vacancy circular and prescribed application form.
2. Complete the application form with personal, service, educational and pay details.
3. Obtain forwarding through the competent authority in the parent department.
4. Attach the educational certificates, experience / service details and computer-knowledge evidence.
5. Include cadre clearance, vigilance clearance, integrity certificate and the APAR dossiers for the preceding five years, as specified in the circular.
6. Ensure the complete application reaches ICMR-NIRBI by 23 November 2026 at 5:00 PM.

Documents Required

• Prescribed application form.
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Proof of current post, pay level and regular service.
• Experience / service certificate, as applicable.
• Computer knowledge evidence, where required.
• Cadre clearance certificate.
• Vigilance clearance and integrity certificate.
• APAR dossiers for the preceding five years (2021–22 to 2025–26), as required by the circular.
• Other documents requested by the parent department or ICMR-NIRBI.

Where to Send the Application

To:
The Director
ICMR-National Institute for Research in Bacterial Infections (ICMR-NIRBI)
Formerly ICMR-National Institute of Cholera and Enteric Diseases
Kolkata, West Bengal

Use the exact postal address and forwarding instructions printed in the official vacancy circular. The application must reach the Institute by the extended deadline.

Important Dates

Official Notification and Application Form

• Download ICMR-NIRBI Assistant Deputation Vacancy Circular and Application Form (English PDF)
• Download Official Corrigendum Extending the Deadline to 23 November 2026 (PDF)
• View ICMR-NIRBI Official Recruitment Notice
• ICMR Official Employment Opportunities Page

Important: This vacancy is only for eligible serving Government / PSU / Autonomous Body employees through deputation. The extended deadline is 23 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Ensure that the parent department forwards the complete application with the required APAR, vigilance and cadre-clearance documents.

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