DACRRIH Kolkata Recruitment 2026: Walk-in Interview, Eligibility, Salary & Venue
If you have a homoeopathy or pharmacology research background, this one is for you. Dr. Anjali Chatterji Regional Research Institute for Homoeopathy (DACRRIH), Kolkata, a unit of the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) under the Ministry of Ayush, will engage 5 people on contract: 4 Senior Research Fellows (Homoeopathy) at ₹42,000 per month and 1 Research Associate-III (Pharmacology) at ₹67,000 per month, both plus HRA.
There is no online form and no application deadline here. You simply walk in with your form and documents. The SRF walk-in is on 20 November 2026 and the RA-III walk-in is on 23 November 2026, reporting between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM. For more jobs in the state, see West Bengal govt jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
Key Highlights – DACRRIH Kolkata SRF & RA-III Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | DACRRIH, Kolkata (CCRH, Ministry of Ayush) |
| Advertisement No. | DACRRIH/01/2026-27 (dated 07.11.2026) |
| Posts | Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy); Research Associate-III (Pharmacology) |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Mode | Walk-in-interview, purely on contract |
| Pay | ₹42,000 (SRF) and ₹67,000 (RA-III) per month + HRA |
| Place of Posting | DACRRIH, Kolkata |
| Walk-in Dates | 20 November 2026 (SRF); 23 November 2026 (RA-III) |
DACRRIH works under the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), an autonomous body of the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and sits at Alambazar, Baranagar, Kolkata. These posts are meant for its ongoing and proposed research projects and studies, so this is a good fit if you want hands-on research experience rather than a regular post. The notice says it is purely contractual, temporary or tenure-based, so it gives no right to a regular job or absorption in DACRRIH or CCRH.
How Many Vacancies Are There in DACRRIH Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) | UR | 2 |
| Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) | OBC | 1 |
| Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) | SC | 1 |
| Research Associate-III (Pharmacology) | UR | 1 |
Four of the five seats are for the SRF post, so homoeopathy graduates have the larger share. Note that the RA-III post is unreserved only, and the SRF posts have no seat for ST or EWS in this notice.
What is the Eligibility for DACRRIH Kolkata SRF & RA-III 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Post | Requirement |
|---|---|
| SRF (Homoeopathy), Option A | M.D. (Hom.) from a recognized Board, Council or University in the 2nd Schedule to the CCH Act, 1973, and enrolment on the Central Register of CCH/NCH or a State Board/Council of Homoeopathy |
| SRF (Homoeopathy), Option B | B.H.M.S. from a recognized University or Institute, enrolment as above, and 3 years’ research experience in a recognized Institution or Council |
| RA-III (Pharmacology), Option A | Ph.D. in Pharmacology or Pharmaceutical Sciences with at least one research paper in an SCI journal |
| RA-III (Pharmacology), Option B | M.Pharm., M.V.Sc., M.D. or M.Sc. in Pharmacology or Pharmaceutical Sciences, 3 years’ experience in in vivo experiments, and at least one SCI journal paper |
Please read the options carefully: an M.D. (Hom.) holder does not need the 3 years of research experience, but a B.H.M.S. holder does, and both SRF routes need the registration. Desirable for SRF: working knowledge of MS Office, Excel, internet and literature search. The Hindi version of the notice also lists prior experience in clinical research projects as desirable for SRF. Desirable for RA-III: animal handling, animal disease models and molecular biology techniques. The notice also lists biostatistics software, network pharmacology, molecular docking and manuscript drafting as useful skills. Related pages: medical and healthcare jobs and post graduate jobs.
Age Limit
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| SRF (Homoeopathy) | 35 years (relaxation for OBC/SC/ST as per Govt. of India rules) |
| RA-III (Pharmacology) | 40 years (relaxation as per Govt. of India rules) |
Age, qualification, experience and publications are all counted as on the date of the walk-in-interview. The notice does not give the number of relaxation years. If you are close to the age limit, work out your exact age on your interview date before you travel, because the cut-off is not the date you apply.
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What is the Salary for DACRRIH Kolkata SRF & RA-III 2026?
| Post | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|
| SRF (Homoeopathy) | ₹42,000 + HRA as per Council rules |
| RA-III (Pharmacology) | ₹67,000 + HRA as per Council norms |
Both engagements are initially for 6 months, extendable depending on good performance and project needs. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview or written test, or for joining.
What is the Selection Process for DACRRIH Kolkata 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Document verification | Done before the interview. Ineligible candidates will not be allowed to face the interview board |
| Written screening | Only if a large number of candidates report; the authority may also shortlist on academic merit and experience |
| Walk-in-interview | Held on the post’s date; it may spill over to the next day if needed |
The notice does not give marks, a syllabus or a merit formula, so do not expect a fixed exam pattern. The authority may postpone, cancel or change the recruitment at any stage. Selected candidates must sign a contract agreement and a non-disclosure undertaking before joining. Although you are posted at Kolkata and normally not transferred, the Council can send contract staff to any CCRH unit across India in the interest of the work.
How to Apply for DACRRIH Kolkata Walk-in 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check that you meet the qualification, registration, experience and age rules for your post |
| 2 | Download the prescribed Application Form (Annexure-I) from the notification (link in Essential Links below) and fill it in full |
| 3 | Tick the post applied for and write the walk-in date on the form |
| 4 | Number every page of the form and enclosures and self-attest them |
| 5 | Reach the venue on your date between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM, and submit the form there |
| 6 | Show your original certificates for document verification |
The venue is 50, Rajendra Chatterjee Road, Alambazar, Baranagar, Kolkata – 700035. Do not send an advance application. The notice states that forms are received only at the venue on the walk-in date, and applications by email or post will not be entertained. Both the form and the originals matter: a missing certificate on the day can cost you the chance, because eligibility is decided strictly on the interview date. Keep ready your proof of date of birth, all mark sheets and certificates, caste certificate if applicable, experience certificates, registration certificate, reprints of SCI papers and a recent passport-size photograph. If any detail in your form is found false or incomplete, your candidature can be cancelled, and if you are already appointed the contract can be terminated without notice or compensation. Canvassing in any form, direct or indirect, leads to immediate disqualification. The notice also says the candidate should be able to work independently on MS Office, internet, e-mail and data analysis software.
What are the Important Dates for DACRRIH Kolkata Walk-in 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 7 November 2026 |
| Walk-in for Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) | 20 November 2026 (Friday) |
| Walk-in for Research Associate-III (Pharmacology) | 23 November 2026 (Monday) |
| Reporting Time | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
Is There an Application Fee for DACRRIH Kolkata Recruitment 2026?
The notification does not mention any application fee.
Essential Links – DACRRIH Kolkata Recruitment 2026
- Download DACRRIH Kolkata SRF & RA-III Notification PDF with Application Form (Advt. No. DACRRIH/01/2026-27)
- Visit DACRRIH Kolkata Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join West Bengal Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
The interview may spill over to the next day if many people report. Mark 20 November (SRF) or 23 November (RA-III) on your calendar, and be at the venue before 10:30 AM with your complete file. Ineligible candidates are not allowed to face the board, so check every rule once more before you leave home. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.