The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), New Delhi, released this walk-in recruitment notification on 1 July 2026 on its official website. As per Notice No. A-12017/3/2025-Estb-Part(1), NBEMS invites applications from eligible candidates for 30 Research Associate posts on a contract basis. The walk-in interaction is held on 25, 27 and 28 July 2026. NBEMS Recruitment suits candidates who want central government work experience in a national medical examination body, keeping in mind that the posts are temporary and not permanent.
There are 30 vacancies in total, across 12 different Research Associate posts. The largest is Research Associate-I (Medical) with 12 posts, followed by Research Associate-I (Non-Medical) with 4 posts. The place of posting is the NBEMS office in Dwarka, New Delhi. Candidates should check all details in the article below.
Information verified from the official NBEMS notification No. A-12017/3/2025-Estb-Part(1) dated 1 July 2026.
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Quick summary
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) |
| Post | Research Associate-I and Research Associate-II (12 post types) |
| Total vacancy | 30 |
| Salary | ₹50,000/month (RA-I), ₹95,000/month (RA-II) |
| Application mode | Walk-in interaction with filled form and original documents |
| Eligibility | Graduate to Postgraduate / professional qualification, by post |
| Selection process | Document verification and interaction/screening |
| Place of posting | Dwarka, New Delhi |
| Walk-in dates | 25, 27 and 28 July 2026, reporting by 12:00 Noon |
| Who can apply | Eligible candidates up to age 40 (RA-I) or 45 (RA-II) |
About the organisation
NBEMS is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. It was set up to conduct postgraduate medical examinations of high standard at the national level, and it runs some of the most widely written medical exams in the country. For a candidate, working here means a role inside a well-known central examination body based in the capital, with exposure to how national-level medical assessments and administration are run.
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Location and how it compares
The NBEMS office is at Sector-9, opposite the Dwarka District Court, Dwarka, New Delhi – 110075. The notification names Dwarka Sector 10 as the nearest metro station, which is on the Blue Line and connects directly to central Delhi, Noida and Gurugram side routes. Candidates coming from Old Delhi, New Delhi or Nizamuddin railway stations can reach Dwarka by metro in roughly an hour, and the venue is a short ride from the metro stop.
Added context, not part of the official notification: contract Research Associate posts like these are common across central bodies in Delhi, but they usually draw heavy competition for the general and medical posts because of the central-government tag and the Delhi location. The specialised posts — cyber security, finance, procurement, estate — often see fewer eligible applicants because of the experience bar. Confirm competition levels with the hiring office; this is only a general note based on similar past recruitments.
Important dates
The walk-in interaction is spread across three days by post. Candidates must report on the correct date for their post, and no candidate is allowed to report after 12:00 Noon on the day.
| Date | Time | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 July 2026 | — | Notification released |
| 25 July 2026 | 12:00 Noon | Research Associate-I (Medical) |
| 27 July 2026 | 12:00 Noon | RA-I (Non-Medical), RA-II (Cyber Security), RA-I (IT), RA-II (Finance & Accounts) |
| 28 July 2026 | 12:00 Noon | RA-I (Rajbhasha), RA-I (Procurement), RA-I (Estate), RA-I (Travel Desk), RA-I (Establishment), RA-I (Editorial), RA-I (Secretarial) |
Vacancy details and salary
| Post | Vacancy | Salary/month | Age limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Research Associate-I (Medical) | 12 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Non-Medical) | 04 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (IT) | 02 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-II (Finance & Accounts) | 01 | ₹95,000 | 45 years |
| Research Associate-I (Rajbhasha) | 02 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Procurement) | 01 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Estate) | 01 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Travel Desk) | 01 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Establishment) | 02 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-I (Editorial) | 02 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Research Associate-II (Cyber Security) | 01 | ₹95,000 | 45 years |
| Research Associate-I (Secretarial) | 01 | ₹50,000 | 40 years |
| Total | 30 |
The salary is a consolidated monthly amount. The notification states a 5% annual increment as a ceiling, given on satisfactory completion of one year and subject to a performance review on a case-to-case basis.
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Eligibility
The age limit is reckoned as on the date the advertisement is published in the Employment Newspaper. RA-I posts: 40 years. RA-II posts: 45 years. PwBD reservation applies as per extant rules. A 5-year age relaxation is given to candidates with at least 3 years’ experience in Examination Institutes.
Education requirements by post:
- RA-I (Medical): MBBS or BDS or equivalent. Experience in government/autonomous/educational or examination bodies is preferred.
- RA-I (Non-Medical): Graduation and Post-Graduation in any subject, plus computer knowledge. 5 years’ experience preferred.
- RA-I (IT): Graduate in Computer Application / IT / Computer Science / AI / Software Engineering or equivalent, with 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience. Domain certifications (CCNA, RHCE, CEH, ITIL v4 and similar) are preferred.
- RA-II (Finance & Accounts): CA (ICAI), or CMA/CS, or M.Com or equivalent, with 3 years’ post-qualification experience in GST, TDS, income tax returns and accounts.
- RA-I (Rajbhasha): Master’s degree in Hindi or English (with the other as a subject/medium), plus a translation diploma or 2 years’ translation experience. Several equivalent combinations are listed in the notification.
- RA-I (Procurement): Graduate in any discipline, with 5 years’ experience including at least 3 years in procurement and contract management (GFR/CVC, RFP/RFQ/EOI).
- RA-I (Estate): Graduate with a PG degree/diploma in Estate/Facility/Infrastructure Management, or a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering/Architecture, with 7 years’ post-qualification experience.
- RA-I (Travel Desk): Graduate in any discipline, with 5 years’ experience in travel desk operations, airline ticketing and travel management.
- RA-I (Establishment): Graduate, with 3 years’ experience and knowledge of service rules, reservation roster, CCS leave rules, LTC, GPF, CPF, NPS and RTI.
- RA-I (Editorial): Bachelor’s degree; publication experience in medical journals is desirable.
- RA-II (Cyber Security): B.E/B.Tech in CS/Cyber Security/IT, or MCA/M.Sc in related fields, with 15 years’ IT experience of which 8 years in information/cyber security. CISSP/CISM/CISA and ISO 27001 preferred.
- RA-I (Secretarial): Graduate, with 3 years’ post-qualification experience.
Selection process
There is no online written stage announced upfront. Selection is done at the walk-in interaction on the scheduled date. The steps are:
- Document verification of age, qualification, experience and caste on the day of the walk-in.
- Interaction and screening by the panel, conducted at the panel’s discretion.
The notification adds that the Board reserves the right to hold a written examination or fix its own criteria for selecting candidates.
Application fee
Application fee details are not mentioned in the official notification. Check the official website for updates.
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How to apply
This is a walk-in recruitment. There is no separate online application window — the filled form is carried to the venue.
- Download the application form linked inside the official notification PDF.
- Fill it in your own handwriting in CAPITAL letters (except the signature), on A4 paper.
- Paste a photograph in the space provided.
- Report at the NBEMS office, Dwarka, on the scheduled date for your post, before 12:00 Noon, with the filled form and original documents.
Documents to keep ready
- Duly filled application form in the prescribed format
- Original documents for age (matric certificate / equivalent)
- Original educational qualification documents
- Experience certificates
- Caste / category certificate, where applicable
- Recent photograph
Important links
| Link | Where it goes |
|---|---|
| NBEMS official notification (view notice) | Full official PDF (Application form Linked inside the official notification PDF) |
| NBEMS official website | Homepage for updates |
| Latest government jobs | Related current openings |
Should you apply?
This recruitment fits candidates who want central-government work experience in a respected medical examination body, and who are comfortable with a contract job rather than a permanent one. The RA-I salary of ₹50,000 a month, or ₹95,000 for the two RA-II posts, is decent for a Delhi-based contract role, and the setting adds a strong line to a resume.
It does not fit candidates looking for job security. The notification is clear that the engagement gives no right to regularisation or permanent absorption, no allowances beyond the fixed monthly amount, and no accommodation. The contract is temporary and can be ended with one month’s notice on either side. RA-I posts run for a maximum of 3 years and RA-II for 5 years.
Added context, not part of the official notification: the honest trade-off is time. A few years here builds central-body experience, but it does not convert into a permanent government post on its own. Candidates weighing this against a permanent-track exam should factor that in. Confirm all service terms with NBEMS.
FAQs
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?.
This is not mentioned in the official notification. Since posts are scheduled on different days, candidates should confirm with the NBEMS office before planning to attend for more than one post
Does the salary stay fixed?
The monthly amount is consolidated. The notification provides for up to a 5% annual increment as a ceiling, given on satisfactory completion of one year and subject to a performance review.
What career growth can a Research Associate expect?
(Added context, not from the notification) The role builds administrative or technical experience inside a central examination body. Many candidates use such contract stints to strengthen applications for permanent central or state government posts later. Confirm specifics with the hiring office.
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