NCDC Delhi Contract Jobs 2026: Public Health Specialist, Medical Epidemiologist, Data Analyst & Other Posts Explained
Good news for doctors, public health professionals and graduates! The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), under the Directorate General of Health Services, has invited applications for 30 contractual vacancies for one year (FY 2026-27) at its Delhi office. The biggest groups are Public Health Specialist (three versions: 2, 8 and 4 vacancies), Medical Epidemiologist (4 vacancies) and Data Analyst (2 vacancies), along with 10 other posts. Pay is a consolidated ₹60,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month.
This is an offline recruitment. Your form must reach NCDC by speed post or by hand on or before 9 November 2026. The notice does not ask you to apply by e-mail. Read the post-wise tables below, because age limit, pay and experience change from post to post. Browse more Other Government Jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in, your trusted source for such updates.
What Are the Key Highlights of NCDC Recruitment 2026?
NCDC is India’s national institute for disease surveillance, outbreak response and public health research, working under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. These one-year contract roles support its programmes at the Delhi campus near Civil Lines Metro Station. For doctors, veterinarians, scientists, data people and finance professionals, it is a chance to work on real public health work in the capital.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | National Centre for Disease Control (DGHS), Government of India |
| File Number | A.12013/1/2018-PRC (part) |
| Posts | Public Health Specialist, Medical Epidemiologist, Data Analyst, Finance Officer and more (sixteen entries in the notice table) |
| Total Vacancies | 30 |
| Type of Job | Contractual, one year (FY 2026-27) |
| Pay | ₹60,000 – ₹1,50,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Job Location | 22 Sham Nath Marg, Delhi – 110054 |
| Mode | Offline (speed post / by hand) |
| Last Date | 9 November 2026 |
How Many Vacancies Are There in NCDC Recruitment 2026?
Three posts are named Public Health Specialist and two are named Data Analyst. They are separate posts, so check the right row.
| Post | Vacancies | Pay per Month |
|---|---|---|
| Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | 2 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Technical Officer (Food Safety) | 1 | ₹60,000 |
| Consultant (Veterinary / One Health) | 1 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Analytical Chemist | 1 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Communication Specialist | 1 | ₹90,000 |
| Training Manager | 1 | ₹90,000 |
| Micro-Biologist | 1 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Public Health Expert | 1 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Bio-Security Specialist | 1 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Biological Safety Expert | 1 | ₹1,00,000 |
| Data Analyst (BCA/MCA) | 1 | ₹75,000 |
| Public Health Specialist (8-post group) | 8 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Finance Officer | 1 | ₹90,000 |
| Public Health Specialist (Mentor) | 4 | ₹1,50,000 |
| Medical Epidemiologist | 4 | ₹1,20,000 |
| Data Analyst (Bachelor’s + computer diploma) | 1 | ₹70,000 |
The notice mentions no reservation split by category, and no allowance beyond the consolidated pay. The Public Health Specialist group is the largest: 2 vacancies for Capacity Building, 8 in the main group and 4 for Mentor. Doctors with an MD in Community Medicine can look at all three, but read each row, because age limit and conditions differ. Candidates from Post Graduate backgrounds in science, management and veterinary fields also have posts meant for them.
NCDC Eligibility 2026: Qualification and Experience
Qualification is different for every post. Match your degree and experience with your post in this table before you apply.
| Post | Essential Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | Medico: MBBS with MD (PSM or Community Medicine), MD (CHA), MD (Tropical Medicine) or DNB (Social & Preventive or Community Medicine); OR MBBS with EIS Training Course Certificate. Non-Medico: B.Sc. in Life Sciences, BDS, BPT, BAMS or BHMS with MPH, DPH (Epidemiology) or MAE; or PhD in Preventive Medicine or Epidemiology | 3 years after MD in public health (non-medico: 2 years in public health after the PG qualification) |
| Technical Officer (Food Safety) | Bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, nutrition, microbiology, public health or related field, or Certified Professional in Food Safety (CP-FS) | Not stated; additional: familiarity with food safety management systems (e.g. HACCP, ISO 22000) |
| Consultant (Veterinary / One Health) | PG Veterinary degree in Veterinary Public Health, Epidemiology, Medicine, Microbiology, Preventive Medicine or Pathology, plus Veterinary Council registration | 3 years after qualification in Veterinary Public Health/Epidemiology/Animal Health, plus relevant public health experience (preferably disease surveillance and outbreak response) |
| Analytical Chemist | M.Sc. Chemistry (organic, analytical or inorganic) or equivalent, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Toxicology (preferably with focus on Analytical Chemistry) | 3 years after qualification, preferably in health sector |
| Communication Specialist | Graduate in Mass Communication/Digital Media/PR, or PG diploma in the same | 5 years (graduate) or 3 years (PG diploma); similar work in health is desirable |
| Training Manager | Graduate with MBA in HR or PG diploma in HR | Minimum 5 years, preferably health or social sector |
| Micro-Biologist | M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology, Microbiology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences (the notice is unclear whether both are needed; check the PDF) | Minimum 7 years in a high containment facility, clinical microbiology lab or public health programme after the PG degree (PhD) |
| Public Health Expert | Same as Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | 3 years after MD in public health (non-medico: 2 years in public health after the PG qualification) |
| Bio-Security Specialist | Bachelor’s in biology, microbiology, environmental science, public health or a related field; OR Master’s/Ph.D. in biosecurity, biosafety, epidemiology or a related discipline | 5 years (bachelor’s) or 3 years (master’s/Ph.D.) in health sector |
| Biological Safety Expert | Level 1: Bachelor’s in biology, microbiology, biochemistry or a related field; OR Level 2: Master’s/Ph.D. in biosafety, public health or a related field | 3 years (Level 1) or 1 year (Level 2), preferably health sector; CBSP, RBP or CIH certificate is desirable |
| Data Analyst (BCA/MCA) | BCA/MCA from a recognised institution | “5/3 years” in data handling, as printed |
| Public Health Specialist (8 posts) | MBBS with MD (Community Medicine/Preventive & Social Medicine/CHA), OR MBBS with DNB (Community Medicine/CHA/Field Epidemiology) | At least 3 years in public health (3 years post MD, UPSC entry level PH cadre); desirable: environmental or occupational health experience of 1 year, national health programme or UN/NGO work |
| Finance Officer | MBA (Finance) or PGDBM/PGDBA (Finance) | 5 years in accounts, preferably Govt. sector; PFMS, GFR, GeM and budget work |
| Public Health Specialist (Mentor) | MD (Community Medicine/Preventive & Social Medicine/CHA) | At least 3 years in public health |
| Medical Epidemiologist | MD (Community Medicine/Preventive & Social Medicine/CHA/EIS Master in Applied Epidemiology) | At least 1 year in public health or field epidemiology, preferably EIS or advanced FETP |
| Data Analyst (Bachelor’s) | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with degree/diploma in computer application | Minimum 3 years as Data Analyst, preferably public health; EIS or FETP experience is desirable |
Do not apply for a post unless you meet both the degree and the experience in its row, because the notice sets them as essential and applications are scrutinised against the terms of reference. Where a row says post-qualification, experience counts only after that qualification. For the Micro-Biologist post, the printed wording on MSc and PhD is not clear, so confirm with the PDF. The Data Analyst (BCA/MCA) experience is printed as “5/3 years”, so read the PDF page for that post carefully.
Desirable points are only a plus and not a must. Medical and PG candidates can also see Medical & Healthcare Govt Jobs for similar openings.
Age Limit
| Posts | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Sr. 1 to 10, 14 and 15 (all posts except those below) | 45 years |
| Data Analyst (both), Public Health Specialist (8 posts), Finance Officer | 40 years |
The notice gives no age relaxation. The application form says “Age as on 08.06.2026”, which comes before the notice date, so confirm the reckoning date with NCDC.
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What is the Salary for NCDC Contractual Posts 2026?
Pay is consolidated per month, as shown in the vacancy table. Please read the terms before applying, because they decide whether this job suits you.
| Term | What the Notice Says |
|---|---|
| Duration | One year, FY 2026-27, renewed on yearly requirement |
| Status | Not NCDC employees; no claim to regular employment or preference for any Government of India post |
| Benefits | No other allowance, financial benefit or medical facility; pay is deemed to cover medical cover |
| Leave | 30 days annual leave and 10 days C/L or sick leave per year |
| Interview TA | No TA is paid for attending the interview |
| Risk | NCDC is not responsible for any loss, accident, damage or injury during work, including travel |
| Other | Contractual Service Agreement at joining; no private business or professional work that conflicts with Government interest; no sharing of information gathered during the assignment; one month’s notice to quit from either side |
NCDC Selection Process 2026
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scrutiny | Application forms are checked against the terms of reference (ToR) |
| Interview | Only eligible candidates are informed by e-mail with date and time |
After scrutiny, only those who meet the terms of reference get a call, so a complete and accurate form matters more than anything else here. Keep your phone and e-mail active after the last date, so you do not miss the interview call.
The stages are scrutiny first, then interview. The interview date is not announced yet. Keep your e-mail ID correct in the form, as this is how NCDC will reach you.
How to Apply for NCDC Recruitment 2026 Offline
Keep self-attested copies ready of your degree or diploma certificates, experience certificate and age proof.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification PDF from Essential Links; the prescribed application form is on its last pages |
| 2 | Fill the form (name in capital letters): post applied for, personal details, category (UR, OBC, SC, ST or EWS), qualifications, experience, contact details and e-mail |
| 3 | Paste a self-attested colour photograph |
| 4 | Enclose self-attested copies of certificates, experience proof, age proof and any other document |
| 5 | Send it by speed post or deliver it by hand to General Services Section, Room No. 202, NCDC, 22 Sham Nath Marg, Delhi – 110054 |
| 6 | Make sure it reaches on or before 9 November 2026; hand delivery is accepted on working days from 10.00 AM to 5.00 PM |
Applications received after 9 November 2026 will not be entertained, so post early. Speed post can take several days to reach Delhi from other states, and the date that counts is the day your form reaches NCDC, not the day you post it. Keep the speed post receipt and a photocopy of your complete form. Use the official page given in Essential Links to check for further notices.
What are the Important Dates for NCDC Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice Date | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date (application must reach NCDC) | 9 November 2026 |
| Interview | Informed by e-mail |
NCDC Application Fee
The notice mentions no application fee for any post.
Important Links for NCDC Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Official Notification Page for NCDC Recruitment 2026 – 30 Contractual Posts: Public Health Specialist, Medical Epidemiologist & Other Posts (Apply Offline)
- Visit NCDC Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Delhi Govt Jobs Telegram Channel
Before you post your form, check three things once more: your qualification and experience match the post row, your age is within 45 or 40 years as given, and every document is self-attested. Candidates who live in Delhi can deliver by hand and avoid postal delay.
If you fit one of these posts, do not wait for the last week. Check your post row, prepare your documents and send the form well before 9 November 2026. Find more openings for Delhi government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more such updates.