ICMR-VCRC Recruitment 2025: The ICMR-Vector Control Research Centre (ICMR-VCRC), Puducherry, has released a notification (No: ICMR-VCRC/Admn.Recruit/01/2024-25) at icmr.gov.in for the recruitment of 7 posts including Assistant Group-B (Ministerial), Upper Division Clerk Group-C (Ministerial), and Lower Division Clerk Group-C (Ministerial) in Puducherry. 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/Skill Test, with exams conducted in Puducherry. Candidates should review the official notification for detailed eligibility and application instructions.
Tier-1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) with 100 MCQs (1 mark each, 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer); Tier-2: Computer Proficiency Test (CPT) for Assistant (Word Processing, Excel, PowerPoint, typing test); Computer-Based Typing Test for UDC/LDC (35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi); Certificate Verification
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-VCRC Recruitment 2025 (Notification No: ICMR-VCRC/Admn.Recruit/01/2024-25).
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/PwBD/ESM), and ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID).
Pay the application fee online (Rs. 1,600 for SC/ST/Women/PwBD/ESM; Rs. 2,000 for UR/EWS/OBC) 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 skill test.
The ICMR-Vector Control Research Centre (ICMR-VCRC), established in Puducherry in July 1975, is a permanent institute under the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. ICMR-VCRC focuses on basic and applied research to develop innovative methods and strategies for controlling vector-borne diseases, such as lymphatic filariasis and malaria. Designated as a WHO Collaborating Centre for Research and Training in Lymphatic Filariasis and Integrated Vector Management since 1985, it is also recognized by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as an Institute of Excellence for health training. The 2025 recruitment drive for 7 posts (Assistant, Upper Division Clerk, Lower Division Clerk) aims to strengthen administrative support, offering salaries from Rs. 19,900 to Rs. 1,12,400/- on a regular basis. For details, visit icmr.gov.in or tngovjobs.in.