NMPB Recruitment 2026- Notification Out for 6 Posts Under Ministry of AYUSH

Ministry of AYUSH Recruitment 2026: Apply for Adviser, Research Officer and Accountant Posts

The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, has invited applications from eligible officers for recruitment to various posts on deputation basis, including short-term contract basis. A total of 6 vacancies have been announced for Deputy Adviser, Assistant Adviser, Finance & Administrative Officer, Research Officer, Assistant Research Officer, and Accountant posts. Eligible candidates can apply through the proper channel before the last date.

QUICK OVERVIEW

VACANCY DETAILS

EDUCATRIONAL QUALIFICATION, ELIGIBILITY & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

1. For Deputy Adviser (Medicinal Plants)

Educational Qualification:

• Master's Degree in Botany, Pharmacognosy, Agriculture, Agronomy or Forestry from a recognized University.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 10 years of post-qualification experience in research, development, policy formulation, programmes, and implementation related to medicinal plants.

Eligibility:

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 5 years of regular service in Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 – 2,08,700) or equivalent.

Desirable:

• Ph.D. in the relevant discipline.
• Knowledge of computer applications.

2. For  Assistant Adviser (Botany)

Educational Qualification:

• Master's Degree in Botany or Pharmacognosy.

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the development and propagation of medicinal plants, particularly those used in Ayurveda, Unani, and Homoeopathy.

Eligibility:

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 5 years of regular service in Level-9; OR
• Officers with 8 years of regular service in Level-6 or equivalent.

Desirable:

• Ph.D. in Botany or Pharmacognosy.
• Published research work.

3. For Finance & Administrative Officer

Experience Required:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in administration, establishment, and accounts matters.

Eligibility:

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 5 years of regular service in Level-9; OR
• Officers with 8 years of regular service in Level-6 or equivalent.

4. For  Research Officer (Botany)

Educational Qualification:

• Master's Degree in Botany or Pharmacy (Pharmacognosy as main subject).

Experience Required:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the identification of medicinal plants and drugs used in Indian Systems of Medicine.

Eligibility:

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 3 years of regular service in Level-6; OR
• Officers with 8 years of regular service in Level-5.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of pharmacopoeial standards and taxonomical identification of medicinal plants.

5. For Assistant Research Officer

Educational Qualification:

• Master's Degree in Botany, Pharmacognosy, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Medicinal Plants, Biotechnology or Pharmacy (with Pharmacognosy as a main subject).

Experience Required:

• Knowledge of computer operations.

Eligibility:

• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 3 years of regular service in Level-6; OR
• Officers with 6 years of regular service in Level-5 or equivalent.

6. For  Accountant

Experience Required:

• Successfully completed a 9-week training course in Cash and Accounts from ISTM or an equivalent institution.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in cash handling, accounts, and budget-related work.

Eligibility:

• Senior Secretariat Assistant (SSA) with 8 years of regular service in Level-4; OR
• Officers holding analogous posts on a regular basis; OR
• Officers with 6 years of regular service in Level-5 or equivalent.

SALARY

AGE LIMIT

The maximum age limit for appointment on deputation shall be 56 years as on the closing date of receipt of applications.

IMPORTANT DATES

APPLICATION FEE

• No Application Fee

SELECTION PROCESS

Selection will be made on a deputation basis as per the eligibility criteria and conditions prescribed by the Ministry of AYUSH and Government of India.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• Duly filled and signed application form in the prescribed format Annexure-II Attached with the Advertisement
• Attested copies of educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Proof of date of birth.
• Experience certificates supporting the required work experience.
• Copies of documents relating to the present post and service details.
• Vigilance Clearance Certificate issued by the parent department.
• Integrity Certificate issued by the competent authority.
• Photocopies of APAR/ACR dossiers for the last five years, duly attested on each page
• Certificate from the parent department confirming eligibility as per the recruitment notification.
• No Penalty Certificate indicating that no major or minor penalty has been imposed during the preceding ten years.
• Any additional certificates, training records, awards, publications, or achievements supporting the candidature.
• Recent passport-size photograph.

HOW TO APPLY

Eligible candidates must apply in the prescribed application format available in the official notification of Advertisement.

Applicants should fill in all required details and attach the necessary supporting documents. The completed application form, along with Vigilance Clearance Certificate, Integrity Certificate, APARs of the last five years, No Penalty Certificate, and other relevant documents, must be forwarded through the proper channel by the parent department.

Application Sending Address

Finance & Administrative Officer

National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB)

Ministry of AYUSH

1st & 2nd Floor, Red Cross Annexe Building

Red Cross Road, New Delhi – 110001

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IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

• Applications must be forwarded through the proper channel only.
• Candidates should ensure that all eligibility conditions are fulfilled before applying.
• APAR dossiers of the last five years must be attached.
• Vigilance Clearance and Integrity Certificates are mandatory.
• No withdrawal of candidature will be allowed after selection.
• Applications received after the closing date or submitted without the required documents/certificates will not be considered.