CCRUM Recruitment 2026 – 23 Posts (Research Officer, Staff Nurse, Clerk, Driver & Others)
Applications are open from 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 for 23 vacancies across Group A, B and C posts at the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), New Delhi. The online Computer Based Test (CBT) will be held on dates to be notified, followed by interviews for Group A posts and skill tests for certain Group B and C positions. Candidates must upload a live passport-size colour photograph (50–100 KB, JPEG/JPG format) taken in 2026 with light background and no cap or dark glasses—the photo will be used on your admit card and must match your appearance on exam day.
Important Dates
| Application Start | 01-07-2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Close | 31-07-2026 |
| Modification Window Open | 03-08-2026 |
| Modification Window Close | 05-08-2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancy | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer (Unani) | 16 | Post Graduate Degree (MD/MS) in Unani Medicine |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 02 | M.D. in Pathology from MCI recognized University |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | 01 | Master's Degree in Molecular Biology/Biotechnology/Human Genetics |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 01 | M.Sc. in Pharmacology or M.V. Sc Degree |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 02 | Master's Degree in concerned Discipline |
| Staff Nurse | 07 | B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing or Regular Course in B.Sc Nursing |
| Accounts Officer (HQs) | 01 | Degree from recognized University |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | 02 | Post Graduate degree in concerned discipline |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | 03 | Post Graduate degree in concerned discipline |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 03 | Master's degree in Statistics/Mathematics with Statistics |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 12 | Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science |
| Library & Information Assistant | 03 | Degree from recognized Institution/University |
| Proof Reader | 01 | Degree of recognized University |
| Hindi Assistant | 02 | Degree of recognized University |
| Pharmacist | 06 | 10+2 with science and Diploma in Pharmacy |
| Social Worker | 02 | Degree from recognized University |
| Radiographer | 01 | 10+2 with science subjects and Diploma/Certificate in Radiography |
| Compounder | 03 | Matric or equivalent from recognized Board/Institution |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 07 | Matric or equivalent from recognized Board/Institution |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 31 | Degree from recognized University |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 26 | 12th Class or equivalent qualification |
| Staff Car Driver | 04 | Pass in Matriculation (10th Standard) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 43 | Matriculation or equivalent pass |
Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| UR | 38 |
|---|---|
| SC | 08 |
| ST | 08 |
| OBC | 22 |
| EWS | 02 |
| PwBD | 06 |
| ESM | 10 |
Application Fee
| Group A Posts Processing Fee | Rs. 500/- |
|---|---|
| Group A Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC) | Rs. 1500/- |
| Group A Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories) | Nil |
| Group B Posts Processing Fee | Rs. 500/- |
| Group B Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC) | Rs. 1000/- |
| Group B Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories) | Nil |
| Group C Posts Processing Fee | Rs. 500/- |
| Group C Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC) | Rs. 800/- |
| Group C Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories) | Nil |
Age Limit (As On 31-07-2026)
| Research Officer (Unani) | Not exceeding 40 years |
|---|---|
| Research Officer (Pathology) | Not exceeding 40 years |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | Not exceeding 40 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) | Upto 30 years |
| Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | Upto 35 years |
| Staff Nurse | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Accounts Officer (HQs) | Upto 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | Upto 30 years |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | Upto 30 years |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 30 years and below |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist | Not exceeding 35 years |
| Library & Information Assistant | Upto 28 years |
| Proof Reader | 30 years and below |
| Hindi Assistant | Upto 30 years |
| Pharmacist | Between 18–25 years |
| Social Worker | Upto 28 years |
| Radiographer | Between 18–25 years |
| Compounder | 28 years and below |
| Stenographer Grade-III | Upto 28 years |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 27 years of age |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | Between 18 and 27 years |
| Staff Car Driver | Between 18 and 25 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Between 18 and 25 years |
Selection Process
| Group A Posts | Online CBT (70 marks) followed by Interview (30 marks) |
|---|---|
| Group B & C Posts | Online CBT (100 marks) followed by Skill Test where applicable |
| CBT Duration (Group A) | 100 minutes (130 minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| CBT Duration (Group B & C) | 100 minutes (130 minutes for PwBD candidates) |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks per wrong answer (no negative marking for MTS) |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks (SC/ST/PwBD) | 25% |
| Minimum Qualifying Marks (UR/OBC/EWS) | 30% |
Exam Centers
| Test Centers | New Delhi, Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Guwahati |
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How to Apply
- Visit CCRUM website www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in
- Click on Advertisement/Vacancy tab
- Create account by providing basic details and generating User ID and password
- Login and fill detailed profile information including demographic, category, sub-category, photo and signature
- Apply for desired post(s) by providing post-specific information and uploading required documents
- Proceed to payment gateway and pay application fee via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card or UPI
- Download filled application form and payment receipt for future reference
- Note: Step 3 can be repeated for multiple posts using the same login; no correction window after final submission
Important Instructions
- Photograph must be latest passport-size colour, light background, taken in 2026, 50–100 KB, JPEG/JPG only
- Signature must be in black ink on white paper, signed only by applicant, 50–100 KB, JPEG/JPG only
- Documents must be 100–1000 KB in PDF/JPG/JPEG format; merge multiple pages into single PDF
- File names must contain only alphabets and numbers, no special characters or spaces
- Admit cards will be hosted on registration portal; print-out required; no postal delivery
- Candidates must carry valid photo identity card (EPIC, Driving License, PAN, Passport, Aadhaar, or Government ID) to exam
- Biometric data (right thumb impression and photograph) will be captured before exam, at end of exam, and at document verification
- No electronic devices (mobile phone, calculator, smartwatch, laptop, iPad, Bluetooth, headphone, earplug) allowed in exam hall
- Possession of prohibited devices in exam hall results in 5-year ban from CCRUM recruitment
- Modification window available 03-08-2026 to 05-08-2026; Rs. 300/- non-refundable fee per modification attempt
- Answer key objections accepted within 3 days of publication; Rs. 300/- fee per objection (refunded if objection valid)
- Candidates in Government service must submit No Objection Certificate from employer at document verification
- SC/ST/PwBD/EWS/Ex-Servicemen/Female candidates exempted from examination fee but must pay processing fee
- Age relaxation: SC/ST (5 years), OBC-NCL (3 years), PwBD-UR (10 years), PwBD-OBC-NCL (13 years), PwBD-SC/ST (15 years)
- Maximum age limit after all cumulative relaxations: 56 years
- All posts carry all-India transfer liability; candidates must be willing to serve at any peripheral institute
- Selection is provisional pending character verification, antecedent verification, caste certificate verification, and medical fitness
- Application once submitted cannot be withdrawn; fee non-refundable and not reserved for future recruitment
- English version of advertisement prevails in case of dispute
- Canvassing or bringing political or outside influence disqualifies candidature
- CCRUM reserves right to cancel recruitment without assigning reasons
- Territorial jurisdiction for disputes: Courts in Delhi/New Delhi only
- For technical issues: [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Which organisation is conducting this?
Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India
What are the important dates?
Application Start: 01-07-2026. Application Close: 31-07-2026. Modification Window Open: 03-08-2026. Modification Window Close: 05-08-2026.
How many vacancies are there?
UR: 38. SC: 08. ST: 08. OBC: 22. EWS: 02. PwBD: 06. ESM: 10.
What is the application fee?
Group A Posts Processing Fee: Rs. 500/-. Group A Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC): Rs. 1500/-. Group A Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories): Nil. Group B Posts Processing Fee: Rs. 500/-. Group B Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC): Rs. 1000/-. Group B Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories): Nil. Group C Posts Processing Fee: Rs. 500/-. Group C Posts Examination Fee (Unreserved & OBC): Rs. 800/-. Group C Posts Examination Fee (Exempted Categories): Nil.
What is the age limit?
Research Officer (Unani): Not exceeding 40 years. Research Officer (Pathology): Not exceeding 40 years. Research Officer (Physiology): Not exceeding 40 years. Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology): Upto 30 years. Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany): Upto 35 years. Staff Nurse: Not exceeding 35 years. Accounts Officer (HQs): Upto 30 years. Research Assistant (Chemistry): Upto 30 years. Research Assistant (Botany): Upto 30 years. Investigator (Statistics): 30 years and below. Medical Laboratory Technologist: Not exceeding 35 years. Library & Information Assistant: Upto 28 years. Proof Reader: 30 years and below. Hindi Assistant: Upto 30 years. Pharmacist: Between 18–25 years. Social Worker: Upto 28 years. Radiographer: Between 18–25 years. Compounder: 28 years and below. Stenographer Grade-III: Upto 28 years. Upper Division Clerk (UDC): 27 years of age. Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Between 18 and 27 years. Staff Car Driver: Between 18 and 25 years. Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Between 18 and 25 years.
What is the selection process?
Group A Posts: Online CBT (70 marks) followed by Interview (30 marks). Group B & C Posts: Online CBT (100 marks) followed by Skill Test where applicable. CBT Duration (Group A): 100 minutes (130 minutes for PwBD candidates). CBT Duration (Group B & C): 100 minutes (130 minutes for PwBD candidates). Negative Marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer (no negative marking for MTS). Minimum Qualifying Marks (SC/ST/PwBD): 25%. Minimum Qualifying Marks (UR/OBC/EWS): 30%.