ICMR recruitment of Assistant UDC and LDC 2025
The application process has started for the appointment of Assistant, UDC and LDC positions in ICMR across several of its institutes, including the National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis (NIRT, Chennai), National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE, Chennai), and National Institute of Nutrition (NIN, Hyderabad).
Candidates will have to secure 50 per cent, which is a qualifying mark.
Vacancy Details
Assistant-5
UDC-1
LDC-10
Key Details for ICMR Assistant, UDC & LDC Recruitment 2025
1. Notification & Institutes Involved:
- Notifications released for Assistant, UDC, and LDC posts at ICMR-NIRT Chennai, ICMR-NIE Chennai, and ICMR-NIN Hyderabad.
- Applications are invited for permanent posts at these institutes, with online application deadlines generally set for August 14, 2025.
2. Important Dates:
- Application Start Date: 25 July 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 14 August 2025 (up to 11:59PM)
- Exam Date: Tentatively scheduled for the 3rd or 4th week of September 2025 (refer to the official notification for updates).
3. Vacancy Details (ICMR-NIRT Example):
| Post | Vacancies | Age Limit |
| Assistant | 5 | Up to 30 years |
| Upper Division Clerk | 1 | 18–27 years |
| Lower Division Clerk | 10 | 18–27 years |
Vacancies and details may differ by institute; always check the specific advertisement for each institute.
4. Eligibility Criteria:
- Assistant: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
- UDC: 12th pass or equivalent and relevant typing skills.
- LDC: 12th pass or equivalent with typing speed of 35 w.p.m. in English or 30 w.p.m. in Hindi on computer.
5. Application Process:
- Apply online through the websites of the respective institutes or the main ICMR employment portal (icmr.gov.in).
- Separate applications (with fees) must be submitted if applying for more than one post.
6. Selection Process:
- Written examination (Computer-Based Test or OMR-based, depending on the institute/post).
- Typing/skill test for LDC and UDC posts.
- Final merit based on performance in exams and document verification.
Computer Skill Test
English Typing speed 35 WPM
Hindi 30 WPM
7. Application Fee:
- Typically ₹2,000 for General/EWS/OBC categories.
- SC/Female-Rs.1600
8. How to Stay Updated:
- Regularly visit the official ICMR recruitment portal and respective institute websites for exam dates, admit card downloads, syllabus details, and future updates.
