AIIMS Bhopal 2026: Walk-In Recruitment for 11 Project Staff, Scientist & Research Officer Posts
If you’re looking for a research-based career in one of India’s premier medical institutions, here’s an excellent update for you. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal has released three separate recruitment notifications for a total of 11 project-based vacancies including Project Technical Support Staff, Scientist-C / Research Officer, and Field Investigator posts. These are contractual positions under externally funded research projects with monthly remuneration ranging from ₹19,800 to ₹67,000 + HRA. No application fee is required — it’s a walk-in recruitment.
The walk-in interviews are scheduled between 21 April and 28 April 2026 at AIIMS Bhopal campus. Candidates with qualifications from 10th + Diploma (DMLT) to MBBS / M.Sc. / MPH can apply based on the post. This article on GovtJobsAlert.in covers all three notifications in one place — complete eligibility, salary, interview dates, and how to attend. Check out more medical and healthcare government jobs on our portal.
Key Highlights — AIIMS Bhopal Project Staff Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal is a premier central government medical institution under the Ministry of Health, Government of India, located in Saket Nagar, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. This recruitment covers three research projects — STEPS-INDIA, Resource Centre for Health Technology Assessment (HTA), and NECCTAR Trial — all housed within the Department of Community & Family Medicine.
- Post Names: Project Technical Support Staff III, Project Technical Support Staff I, Scientist-C / Research Officer, Field Investigator
- Total Vacancies: 11
- Salary / Remuneration: ₹19,800 to ₹67,000 + HRA per month (consolidated)
- Job Location: Bhopal & Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh
- Walk-In Dates: 21 April, 23 April, 28 April 2026
How Many Vacancies Are There in AIIMS Bhopal Project Recruitment 2026?
| Post Name | Project | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Project Technical Support Staff – III | STEPS-INDIA | 01 |
| Scientist-C / Research Officer | HTA | 01 |
| Field Investigator | HTA | 01 |
| Project Technical Support Staff – I | NECCTAR Trial | 08 |
| Total | — | 11 |
What Are the Eligibility Criteria for AIIMS Bhopal Project Recruitment 2026?
Educational Qualification
Project Technical Support Staff – III (STEPS-INDIA):
- Three-year Graduate Degree in relevant subject + 3 years’ experience, OR
- Post Graduate in relevant subject
- For Engineering/IT/CS: First Class Post Graduate Degree + 3 years’ experience
Scientist-C (Medical) / Research Officer (HTA):
- Medical: MBBS + 6 years’ experience, OR PG Diploma after MBBS + 5 years’ experience, OR MD / MS / DNB / MPH after MBBS + 4 years’ research experience
- Non-Medical: M.Sc. Life Science / MPH / MHA / M.Pharma / Pharm.D + 4 years’ experience
- Research Officer: Graduate in Science + 4 years’ experience, OR Master’s Degree in relevant subject, OR Pharm.D
Field Investigator (HTA):
- Graduate in Science + 3 years’ experience, OR Master’s Degree in relevant subject, OR Pharm.D
- Desirable: Master of Public Health (MPH)
Project Technical Support Staff – I (NECCTAR Trial):
- 10th + Diploma in MLT/DMLT + 2 years’ experience, OR
- Three-year Graduate Degree in relevant subject + 1 year experience
Age Limit
All posts: Maximum 35 years (except Scientist-C / Research Officer: 40 years)
Age relaxation for SC / ST / OBC candidates as per Central Government norms.
What is the Salary for AIIMS Bhopal Project Staff 2026?
These are project-based contractual positions with consolidated monthly remuneration. The salary varies based on the post and project.
- Scientist-C / Research Officer: ₹67,000 + HRA per month
- Project Technical Support Staff – III: ₹28,000 + 20% HRA = ₹33,600 per month
- Field Investigator: ₹32,000 per month (all inclusive)
- Project Technical Support Staff – I: ₹18,000 + 10% = ₹19,800 per month
The remuneration is consolidated with no additional allowances beyond the stated HRA component. These are project-based positions, so benefits like NPS or LTC are not applicable.
Apart from remuneration, employees get leave benefits as per ICMR policy for extramural research projects.
What is the Selection Process for AIIMS Bhopal Recruitment 2026?
Written Test (if applicants exceed 30 for any post)
If more than 30 candidates apply for a single post, a written test will be conducted with 50 MCQs carrying 100 marks. Qualifying marks: 40% for UR / OBC / EWS and 35% for SC / ST. Negative marking of 0.5 marks per wrong answer applies for STEPS-INDIA project posts.
Walk-In Interview
Shortlisted candidates (maximum 5 per post based on written test scores) will appear for a walk-in interview. Questions will focus on the relevant project domain — NCD/Hypertension/Diabetes for STEPS-INDIA, Health Technology Assessment and Research Methodology for HTA, and nutrition-related topics for NECCTAR.
Document Verification
All original documents will be verified at the time of walk-in. Candidates found ineligible during verification will not be allowed to proceed.
How to Apply Online for AIIMS Bhopal Recruitment 2026?
Before attending, keep your filled application form (available on AIIMS Bhopal website), educational certificates, experience letters, caste certificate (if applicable), Aadhaar card, and 2 passport-size photographs ready.
- Download the application form from the official AIIMS Bhopal website (link in Essential Links below).
- Fill the application form completely and attach self-attested copies of all documents.
- Report at the CFM Board Room, Second Floor, Sardar Vallabbhai Patel Bhavan (Medical College Building), AIIMS Bhopal on the scheduled walk-in date.
- Carry all original documents along with one set of photocopies for verification.
- Arrive by 9:00 AM (9:30 AM for HTA posts on 23 April) to complete registration.
- Attend the written test (if conducted) followed by the interview.
- Selected candidates will be informed on the same day or via the AIIMS Bhopal website.
What Are the Important Dates for AIIMS Bhopal Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Walk-In for Technical Support Staff III (STEPS-INDIA) | 21 April 2026, 9:00 AM |
| Walk-In for Scientist-C, Research Officer & Field Investigator (HTA) | 23 April 2026, 9:30 AM |
| Walk-In for Technical Support Staff I (NECCTAR Trial) | 28 April 2026, 9:00 AM |
What Are the Application Fees for AIIMS Bhopal Project Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories | No Fee (Free) |
There is no application fee for any category. This is a walk-in recruitment — simply report at the venue with your documents.
Essential Links — AIIMS Bhopal Project Staff Recruitment 2026
- Download STEPS-INDIA Notification PDF
- Download HTA Notification PDF
- Download NECCTAR Trial Notification PDF
- Visit AIIMS Bhopal Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Madhya Pradesh Govt Jobs
This is a great opportunity for healthcare and research professionals to work at one of India’s top medical institutions. With 11 vacancies across multiple research projects and no application fee, there’s no reason not to attend. Walk-in dates are from 21 to 28 April 2026 at AIIMS Bhopal — don’t miss it! Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more Madhya Pradesh government job updates.