ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025: The ICMR-National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis (ICMR-NIRT), Chennai, has released a notification (No: ICMR-NIRT/Admin.Recruit/01/2025) at icmr.gov.in for the recruitment of 16 posts including Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and Lower Division Clerk (LDC) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Eligible candidates with a Bachelor’s degree or 12th pass and specified typing speeds can apply online from 25.07.2025 to 14.08.2025. The selection process includes a Tier-1 Computer-Based Test (CBT) and Tier-2 Computer Proficiency Test, with exams conducted in Chennai. Candidates should review the official notification for detailed eligibility and application instructions.
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Vacancy Details
Post Name
Posts
Assistant
5
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
1
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
10
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Eligibility Criteria
Post Name
Educational Qualification
Additional Requirements
Assistant
Minimum 3 years Bachelor’s degree in any stream from a recognized university/institution
Working knowledge of computers (MS Office/PowerPoint)
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
Degree from a recognized university or equivalent
Typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer (10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH)
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
12th pass or equivalent from a recognized board/university
Typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer (10500 KDPH/9000 KDPH)
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Age Limit Details
Post Name
Age Limit (As on 14.08.2025)
Assistant
Not exceeding 30 years
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
Not exceeding 27 years
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Not exceeding 27 years
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Age Relaxation
Category
Age Relaxation
SC/ST
5 years
OBC
3 years
PwBD (Gen/EWS)
10 years
PwBD (SC/ST)
15 years
PwBD (OBC)
13 years
Ex-Servicemen
As per Government of India policy
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Salary Details
Post Name
Salary
Assistant
Rs. 35,400 – 1,12,400/- (Pay Level 06)
Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
Rs. 25,500 – 81,100/- (Pay Level 04)
Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
Rs. 19,900 – 63,200/- (Pay Level 02)
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Application Fee
Category
Fee
Women/ST/SC/Ex-Servicemen/PwD
Rs. 1,600/-
Others
Rs. 2,000/-
ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025 – Selection Process
Selection
Details
Process
Tier-1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 100 MCQs (1 mark each, 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer); Tier-2: Computer Proficiency Test (typing speed test for UDC/LDC, computer skills for Assistant); Certificate Verification
Exam Center
Chennai, Tamil Nadu (and other centers as per ICMR norms)
How to Apply for ICMR-NIRT Chennai Recruitment 2025
Visit the official website icmr.gov.in or recruit.icmr.org.in and navigate to the ‘Careers’ or ‘Recruitment’ section to access the online application portal for ICMR-NIRT Recruitment 2025 (Notification No: ICMR-NIRT/Admin.Recruit/01/2025).
Ensure eligibility by reviewing the notification for educational qualifications (Bachelor’s degree for Assistant/UDC, 12th pass for LDC), typing speed (35 w.p.m. English or 30 w.p.m. Hindi for UDC/LDC), computer knowledge (for Assistant), and age limits (18–30 for Assistant, 18–27 for UDC/LDC as on 14.08.2025, with relaxations).
Register on the ICMR recruitment portal with a valid email ID and mobile number, which must remain active for communication throughout the selection process.
Fill out the online application form with accurate details, including Name, Date of Birth, Address, Educational Qualifications, Typing Speed Certificates (if applicable), and contact information.
Upload scanned copies of required documents in the prescribed format: recent passport-size photograph, signature, educational certificates (12th pass, Bachelor’s degree), typing speed certificate (for UDC/LDC), computer proficiency certificate (for Assistant), category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD/Ex-Servicemen), and ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID).
Pay the application fee online (Rs. 1,600 for Women/ST/SC/Ex-Servicemen/PwD; Rs. 2,000 for others) through the payment gateway on the portal.
Verify all details and submit the application by 14.08.2025. Save or print the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Monitor icmr.gov.in or tngovjobs.in for updates on admit card download, CBT dates, Tier-2 test schedules, and results.
Note: No hard copy of the application needs to be sent. Original certificates must be presented during certificate verification. Government/PSU employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of verification. No TA/DA will be provided for attending the CBT or proficiency test.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Start Date to Apply Online
25.07.2025
Last Date to Apply Online
14.08.2025
About ICMR-National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis
The ICMR-National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis (ICMR-NIRT), Chennai, is an autonomous institute under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Established in 1956, ICMR-NIRT is a premier research institution focused on tuberculosis and related diseases, conducting clinical, epidemiological, and operational research to support national health programs. The 2025 recruitment drive for 16 posts (Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, Lower Division Clerk) aims to strengthen administrative support for research and operations, offering salaries from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 1,12,400/- on a regular basis. For details, visit icmr.gov.in or tngovjobs.in.
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