The Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata released a recruitment advertisement on 7 September 2026 on its official website. As per Memo No./Inst. 5502, IPGMER is filling 6 posts — Scientist B (Medical), Scientist B (Non-Medical), Lab Technician, Data Entry Operator and Multi-Tasking Staff — under a project funded by the Department of Health Research (DHR), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The official IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026 notification (PDF) carries the full eligibility criteria and the attached application form. This is a fit for candidates in microbiology, life sciences, laboratory technology, data entry and general office support who want short-to-medium-term experience on a government-funded public health project.
There is no online application window. All 6 posts will be filled through a single walk-in interview, and candidates submit their application by hand at the venue on the interview day itself. The post is based at the Department of Microbiology, IPGMER, Kolkata. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official IPGMER notification No. 5502 dated 07.09.2026. Last verified: 07 September 2026.
The Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata is recruiting for 6 posts — Scientist B (Medical), Scientist B (Non-Medical), Lab Technician, Data Entry Operator and Multi-Tasking Staff — under a Department of Health Research (DHR) funded laboratory network project. There is no separate last date to apply: candidates must bring the filled application form and appear for a walk-in interview on 15 September 2026 (Tuesday) at the Seminar Room, 5th Floor, UCM Building, Department of Microbiology, IPGMER, 244 A.J.C. Bose Road, Kolkata, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Quick summary of IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata |
| Posts | Scientist B (Medical), Scientist B (Non-Medical), Lab Technician, Data Entry Operator, Multi-Tasking Staff |
| Total Vacancy | 6 |
| Salary | ₹18,000 to ₹67,000 + HRA, varying by post (full breakdown below) |
| Application Mode | Offline — application submitted by hand at the venue |
| Eligibility | Varies by post — MD, MSc/PhD, DMLT/BMLT or Graduation (see table below) |
| Selection Process | Walk-in interview |
| Place of Posting | Dept. of Microbiology, IPGMER, Kolkata (VRDL project) |
| Interview & Application Date | 15 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Who Can Apply | Candidates meeting the post-wise qualification and age criteria below |
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About IPGMER Kolkata
The Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata is a Government of West Bengal medical institution affiliated with SSKM Hospital. These 6 posts are being filled for a project titled “Setting Up and Strengthening of Nation-Wide Network of Laboratories for Managing Epidemics and National Calamities,” funded by the DHR under the 16th Finance Commission period (2026-27 to 2030-31), with Sanction Id R.15016/46/2025-HR-VRDL dated 01.07.2026. The project is supervised by Principal Investigator Prof. (Dr.) Raja Ray, Department of Microbiology, IPGMER.
Local context
These posts are based in Kolkata, West Bengal. The notice states that preference will be given to candidates with previous work experience and command of Bengali, English and other local languages.
Candidates from Darjeeling, Siliguri, Jalpaiguri and other parts of North Bengal or Sikkim who plan to attend should factor in travel time to Kolkata, since the interview is in-person on a single day and the notice states that no TA/DA is admissible. This is added context, not part of the official notification. Confirm travel and stay arrangements independently.
Important dates
| Event | Date / Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 07 September 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview & Application Submission | 15 September 2026 (Tuesday) |
| Reporting Time | 9:00 AM |
| Last Entry Time | 11:00 AM — the notice states no candidate will be allowed to appear for the interview if they fail to report before 11 AM |
Vacancy details and salary
| Post | No. of Posts | Emoluments (₹/month) |
|---|---|---|
| Scientist B (Medical) | 1 | 67,000 + HRA |
| Scientist B (Non-Medical) | 1 | 56,000 + HRA |
| Lab Technician | 2 | 28,000 + HRA |
| Data Entry Operator | 1 | 20,000 (consolidated, no allowances) |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | 1 | 18,000 (consolidated, no allowances) |
| Total | 6 |
The notice states that no caste-based reservation applies to any of these posts. Increment for the Scientist B and Lab Technician posts is admissible as per DST norms; the Data Entry Operator and Multi-Tasking Staff salaries are consolidated with no allowances.
These posts are temporary and contractual, for a period till the end of the project (2026-27 to 2030-31), and may be extended based on project need. Selected candidates will not have any claim for regularisation, and the notice states that candidates not found to be performing may be terminated with one month’s prior notice.
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Eligibility (per post)
| Post | Essential Qualification | Desirable | Age Limit (as on 07.09.2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scientist B (Medical) | MD in Microbiology with at least two years’ working experience post-MD | Proficiency in PFMS and Viral Diagnostics | 50 years (relaxable up to 5 years for candidates with 5+ years’ experience in the same job) |
| Scientist B (Non-Medical) | MSc and PhD in Life Science | More than five years’ hands-on experience in Molecular Diagnostics | 45 years |
| Lab Technician | DMLT/BMLT with more than five years’ post-degree work experience | — | 45 years |
| Data Entry Operator | Graduation in any subject, good knowledge of English, more than two years’ work experience, strong command of MS Office and data handling | — | 35 years |
| Multi-Tasking Staff | Graduation in any subject, good knowledge of English and computer skills | Work experience in a similar job for more than two years | 30 years |
The Lab Technician post is open to candidates with a diploma-level DMLT/BMLT qualification, the lowest qualification accepted among these 6 posts. Since the age limit is counted as on the date of this advertisement, candidates can use the site’s age calculator to confirm their exact eligibility.
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Selection process
Selection for all 6 posts is through a single walk-in interview — there is no separate written examination stage mentioned in the notice.
- Candidates report to the venue between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on 15 September 2026 with the filled application form and original documents.
- Eligibility and document verification are carried out at the venue.
- A personal interview is held before the selection board.
- Selection is based on interview performance. The notice states that the decision of the selection board will be final.
No TA/DA (travel or dearness allowance) is admissible for attending the interview.
How to attend the walk-in interview for IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026
- Download the official IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026 notification and the attached application form from the official notice PDF.
- Fill the application form with the post applied for, personal details, address, marks obtained in Matriculation, Higher Secondary, Graduation and Post-Graduation, and previous experience, as asked in the form.
- Affix a recent, self-attested passport-size photograph on the form as indicated.
- Reach the Seminar Room, 5th Floor, UCM Building, Department of Microbiology, IPGMER, 244 A.J.C. Bose Road, Kolkata-20, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM on 15 September 2026.
- Submit the filled application form by hand at the venue, addressed to the Director, IPGMER, Kolkata, along with all required documents.
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Documents to keep ready
- Filled application form with a recent, self-attested passport-size photograph affixed
- Original and self-attested copies of government Photo ID proof
- Original age proof certificate
- Bio-data
- Original supporting documents and experience certificates
- Two additional recent passport-size photographs
Important links
| Link | What it is |
|---|---|
| Official notification and application form (PDF) | Full advertisement, eligibility details and the application form |
| West Bengal Jobs — IndiaJobAlerts | More current vacancies in West Bengal |
| Government Jobs — IndiaJobAlerts | More central and state government recruitment notices |
Should you apply?
IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026 suits candidates with the specific qualification and experience each post requires — an MD in Microbiology, an MSc/PhD in Life Science with molecular diagnostics experience, a DMLT/BMLT with lab experience, or graduates with strong computer and English skills for the DEO and MTS posts. Since these are experience-linked, specialised posts rather than a mass-recruitment drive, and only one interview date is offered, candidates who do not clearly meet the “essential” qualification for their chosen post are unlikely to be shortlisted. This assessment is added editorial judgment, not part of the official notification.
The main trade-off is the contractual nature of the role: these posts run only for the life of the project (2026-27 to 2030-31), carry no claim to regularisation, and can be ended with one month’s notice. In exchange, selected candidates get to work within a DHR-funded, nationwide public health laboratory network project under an active Principal Investigator — useful applied experience for anyone building a career in microbiology, molecular diagnostics or public health research. It does not suit candidates looking specifically for a permanent, pensionable government job. This is added context, not part of the official notification.
FAQs on IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026
What is the last date to apply for IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
There is no separate online application deadline. Candidates submit the filled application by hand and appear for the walk-in interview on the same day — 15 September 2026, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM, at IPGMER, Kolkata.
What is the salary for Scientist B at IPGMER Kolkata?
Scientist B (Medical) carries emoluments of ₹67,000 + HRA per month, and Scientist B (Non-Medical) carries ₹56,000 + HRA per month, with increment as admissible per DST norms.
Is the IPGMER Kolkata recruitment 2026 for a permanent post?
No. The notice states these 6 posts are temporary and contractual, for a period till the end of the project (2026-27 to 2030-31), and selected candidates will not have any claim for regularisation.
Is there a written exam for these posts?
No written exam is mentioned in the notice. Candidates are shortlisted directly through a walk-in interview on 15 September 2026, after document verification at the venue.
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