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ICMR-National Institute of Health Research, Bhubaneswar is inviting candidates to attend a walk-in interview for various project staff positions under the project entitled "DRISTI Bharat Tribal Health Observatory" on a temporary contract basis.
**ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA**
The required qualifications and other details for each position are as follows:
1. Junior Consultant (Medical): MBBS or BDS or BVSc or equivalent degree with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience
2. Young Professional-I (Public Health): Post Graduate degree in Life Science Subjects/Public Health
3. Young Professional-II (IT): Post Graduate in Technology / IT / Computer Science with 3 years of experience
4. Young Professional-I (Admin): Graduate in any discipline with minimum 55% marks and at least 1 year of post-qualification experience
5. Young Professional-I (Accounts): {ODM Rx Protected}/BBA with minimum 55% marks and at least 1 year of post-qualification experience
**AGE LIMIT**
The maximum age limit for each position is as follows:
1. Junior Consultant (Medical): 50 years
2. Young Professional-I (Public Health): 30 years
3. Young Professional-II (IT): 35 years
4. Young Professional-I (Admin): 30 years
5. Young Professional-I (Accounts): 30 years
**CONSOLIDATED EMOLUMENTS**
The consolidated emoluments for each position are as follows:
1. Junior Consultant (Medical): Rs.80,000.00
2. Young Professional-I (Public Health): Rs.35,000.00
3. Young Professional-II (IT): Rs.42,000.00
4. Young Professional-I (Admin): Rs.35,000.00
5. Young Professional-I (Accounts): Rs.35,000.00
**IMPORTANT DATES**
The walk-in interview will be held on the following dates:
1. Junior Consultant (Medical): 28th May, 2026 (Thursday) at 10 A.M onwards
2. Young Professional-I (Public Health): 29th May, 2026 (Friday) at 10 A.M onwards
3. Young Professional-II (IT): 01st June, 2026 (Monday) at 10 A.M onwards
4. Young Professional-I (Admin): 02nd June, 2026 (Tuesday) at 10 A.M onwards
5. Young Professional-I (Accounts): 03rd June, 2026 (Wednesday) at 10 A.M onwards
**VENUE**
The walk-in interview will be held at the Annex Building of ICMR-National Institute of Health Research, Chandrasekharpur, Bhubanes{ODM Rx Protected}.
**GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS**
The number of positions may vary, and the position is meant for a temporary basis. The initial engagement of Young Professionals will be for one year, which is extendable for two more years subject to requirement and satisfactory performance. The rates of emoluments/stipend shown in this advertisement are {ODM Rx Protected} relaxation will be as per the guidelines of ICMR. Candidates meeting the age criteria and possessing the required qualifications and experience may appear for the walk-in interview. The shortlisted candidates will be allowed to appear before the interview board, and selection of candidates will be based on the performance in the interview.
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Higher-than-average salaries for Rural And Primary Healthcare roles in Bhubaneswar do exist — typically in well-funded corporate setups, government-backed facilities, or where the role demands senior expertise. This vacancy requires Medical Officer, Junior Resident Doctor, Senior Resident Doctor — specialist skill sets command premium pay. Verify by confirming CTC breakdown (base, PF, allowances, incentives) during the offer stage.
The skills listed — Medical Officer, Junior Resident Doctor, Senior Resident Doctor — represent ICMR's ideal candidate, not a strict gate. If you are strong in the top 2–3 core skills, apply. Gaps in supplementary skills are trainable. Gaps in clinical fundamentals are harder to overlook at interview stage.
Low applicant numbers can mean: the post was just listed, it is a niche specialist role, or the location is outside a major hub. Bhubaneswar is outside a metro, which reduces the applicant pool naturally — your competition is lower, not the job quality. Low competition means ICMR will read your application carefully. This is your window — apply now.
Full-time Junior Consultant (medical) roles at ICMR in Bhubaneswar typically require exclusive commitment during working hours. Whether you can maintain private practice outside those hours depends on your employment contract — some employers include a non-compete clause for the same city. Ask ICMR directly: "Does the contract restrict parallel private practice?" before signing. Any serious employer will answer clearly.
Bhubaneswar is a smaller market for Rural And Primary Healthcare professionals — which cuts both ways. Patient load is typically lower than a metro, giving you more deliberate clinical time per case. Accommodation in Bhubaneswar is generally affordable, but confirm whether ICMR offers any housing support before factoring relocation costs. Smaller-town facilities sometimes give junior professionals more clinical autonomy than a large metro hospital.
Facility quality at ICMR is best assessed with a site visit before or after your interview. Key things to observe: cleanliness and organisation of the clinical space, equipment condition, support staff competence, and patient footfall during your visit. Smaller facilities in Bhubaneswar sometimes offer more clinical ownership and faster decision-making.
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