Ministry of Ayush CCRUM Recruitment 2026 for 123 Posts – Apply Online
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), functioning under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has released Vacancy Advertisement No. 1/2026 for the recruitment of 123 Group A, Group B and Group C posts. The online application process will begin on 1st July 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their applications until 31st July 2026.
This recruitment drive includes vacancies for Research Officers, Staff Nurse, Medical Laboratory Technologist, Pharmacist, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Driver, Stenographer, Hindi Assistant and several other posts. Candidates looking for Central Government jobs in the health and research sector should not miss this opportunity.
QUICK OVERVIEW
| Organization | Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Ayush, Government of India |
| Advertisement No. | 1/2026 |
| Total Posts | 123 |
| Job Type | Central Government Job |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Online Application Starts | 1 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
VACANCY DETAILS
| Post Name | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total |
| Research Officer (Unani) | 0 | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 16(backlog vacancies) |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Staff Nurse | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 12 |
| Library & Information Assistant | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Proof Reader | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Hindi Assistant | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Pharmacist | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 |
| Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Radiographer | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Compounder | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 7 |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 15 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 31 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 13 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 1 | 26 |
| Staff Car Driver | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 4 | 8 | 9 | 22 | 0 | 43 |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Reservation
| Post Name | PwBD Posts |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 1 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 2 |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 2 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 2 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 2 |
| Total | 9 |
Ex-Servicemen (ESM) Reservation
| Post Name | ESM Posts |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 1 |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 3 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 2 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) | 4 |
| Total | 10 |
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE
Candidates must possess the required educational qualification and experience prescribed for the post they wish to apply for. The post-wise eligibility details are given below:
GROUP- A POSTS
1. Research Officer (Unani)
- MD/MS Degree in Unani System of Medicine from a recognized University/Institution recognized by NCISM (formerly CCIM).
- Must be enrolled in the Central or State Register of Unani/ISM practitioners.
2. Research Officer (Pathology)
- MD in Pathology from an MCI-recognized University/Institution.
- Valid registration in the Central or State Medical Register.
3. Research Officer (Physiology)
- Master's Degree in Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Human Genetics or Genetic Engineering from a recognized University.
- Three years of relevant research/teaching/industry experience after Master's Degree or Ph.D. in the concerned field.
Desirable:
- Experience in molecular techniques, next-generation sequencing, data analysis, disease biology, recombinant DNA techniques, methods of studying protein properties and functions, microscopy, cell culture techniques, and related laboratory research.
GROUP- B POSTS
4. Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology)
- M.Sc. in Pharmacology or M.V.Sc. Degree from a recognized University.
- Must possess aptitude for research.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
5. Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany)
- Master's Degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized University.
- Three years of teaching/research experience after Master's Degree or Ph.D. in the concerned subject.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
6. Staff Nurse
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- B.Sc. Nursing with registration as RN/RM with a State Nursing Council.
- Regular B.Sc. Nursing with registration.
- Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with registration.
- Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) with registration and one year of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
7. Accounts Officer (HQ)
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
- Three years' experience in Cash, Accounts and Budget work in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body/Statutory Body.
8. Research Assistant (Chemistry)
- Postgraduate Degree in the concerned subject from a recognized University.
- Aptitude for research.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
9. Research Assistant (Botany)
- Postgraduate Degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized University.
- Aptitude for research.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
10. Investigator (Statistics)
- Master's Degree in Statistics or Mathematics with Statistics as one of the subjects.
- Three years' experience in statistical work or Ph.D. in Statistics.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
11. Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT)
- Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
- Two years of relevant work experience.
12. Library & Information Assistant
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
- Degree/Diploma in Library Science from a recognized Institution/University.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
- Knowledge of computers.
13. Proof Reader
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
- Diploma in Book Publishing/Printing Technology/Marketing (minimum one year).
- Three years' experience in the relevant field.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Persian, Arabic and Unani Literature.
14. Hindi Assistant
Candidates must possess either:
- Bachelor's Degree with Hindi as a subject and the ability to translate from English to Hindi and vice versa,
- or
- Postgraduate qualification in Hindi with translation proficiency.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of computers.
GROUP- C POSTS
15. Pharmacist
- 10+2 with Science from a recognized Board.
- Two-year Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognized Institution.
- Registration with the State/Central Pharmacy Council.
16. Social Worker
- Degree with Diploma in Social Work and one year of experience,
- or
- Master's Degree in Sociology from a recognized University.
17. Radiographer
- 10+2 with Science.
- Diploma/Certificate in Radiography from a recognized Institution.
- One year of experience in Radiography.
18. Compounder
- Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent.
- Certificate in Unani Compounder Training (minimum one year).
- Two years' experience in a Unani Dispensary/Hospital is preferable.
Desirable:
- Knowledge of Urdu, Arabic or Persian language.
19. Stenographer Grade-III
- Matriculation or equivalent.
- Shorthand speed of 80 words per minute.
- Typing speed of 40 words per minute.
- Basic knowledge of computers.
Desirable:
- Degree from a recognized University.
20. Upper Division Clerk (UDC)
- Bachelor's Degree from a recognized University.
21. Lower Division Clerk (LDC)
- 12th Pass or equivalent.
- Typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on a computer.
22. Staff Car Driver
- Matriculation (10th Pass).
- Valid LMV/Car Driving Licence.
- Minimum three years' experience in driving a motor car.
- Basic knowledge of motor mechanism.
23. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
- Matriculation (10th Pass) or equivalent
- or
- ITI Pass in the relevant trade.
AGE LIMIT
| Post Name | Maximum Age Limit |
| Research Officer (Unani) | 40 years |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 40 years |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | 40 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 30years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 35 years |
| Staff Nurse | 35 years |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | 30 years |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 30 years |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 35 years |
| Library & Information Assistant | 28 years |
| Proof Reader | 30 years |
| Hindi Assistant | 30 years |
| Pharmacist | 18 to 25 years |
| Social Worker | 28 years |
| Radiographer | 18 to 25 years |
| Compounder | 28 years |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 28 years |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 18 to 27 years |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 18 to 27 years |
| Staff Car Driver | 18 to 25 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 18 to 25 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (UR) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | As per Government of India Rules |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | As per Government of India Rules |
| Departmental Candidates (CCRUM) | As per Government of India Rules |
| Widows, Divorced Women & Women Judicially Separated (where applicable) | As per Government of India Rules |
SALARY
Selected candidates will receive salary as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix along with applicable allowances such as DA, HRA, TA and other benefits as per Government of India rules.
| Post Name | Pay Level | Salary (Pay Matrix) |
| Research Officer (Unani) | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Staff Nurse | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Investigator (Statistics) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Library & Information Assistant | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Proof Reader | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Hindi Assistant | Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 |
| Pharmacist | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Social Worker | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Radiographer | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Compounder | Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Staff Car Driver | Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
APPLICATION FEE
| Group | Total Fee for UR / OBC Men Candidates | Total Fee for SC / ST / EWS / PwBD / ESM / All Women Candidates |
| Group A | ₹2,000 | ₹500 |
| Group B | ₹1,500 | ₹500 |
| Group C | ₹1,300 | ₹500 |
IMPORTANT DATES
| Online Application Start Date | 01 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Fee Payment Last Date | 31 July 2026 |
| Application Correction Window Opens | 03 August 2026 |
| Correction Window Closes | 05 August 2026 |
