NIBMG Recruitment 2026: Project Scientist I, Research Associate I, Principal Project Associate, Project Associate II & I – Salary, Eligibility & Online Interview
Looking for a research job at a Government of India institute? BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG), Kalyani has invited applications for 11 project-linked posts on its IndiaCAN-Twin oral cancer project. The posts are Project Scientist I (1), Research Associate I (2), Principal Project Associate (2), Project Associate II (2) and Project Associate I (4). Consolidated pay runs from ₹31,000 to ₹58,000 per month plus 27% HRA.
Selection is through an online interview on Microsoft Teams for shortlisted candidates, and you apply by email, not on a portal. Send your CV and the prescribed form to the NIBMG email address by 20 November 2026. Read the whole article before you hit send, because a small mistake in the email can get your application rejected. Find more research and other government jobs on GovtJobsAlert.in.
What are the Key Highlights of NIBMG Recruitment 2026 Project Linked Posts?
BRIC-NIBMG, Kalyani is an institute of the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India. These posts are for an extramural project, “IndiaCAN-Twin”, a DBT-funded collaboration with IIT Kharagpur. It builds an AI-powered digital twin platform for early detection and personalised care in Indian oral cancer.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG), Kalyani |
| Advertisement No. | NIBMG/ADMIN/ESTB/2026-27/246 (dated 02-11-2026) |
| Posts | Project Scientist I, Research Associate I, Principal Project Associate, Project Associate II, Project Associate I |
| Total Vacancies | 11 |
| Pay | ₹31,000 to ₹58,000 per month + 27% HRA (consolidated) |
| Nature of Job | Contractual, initially one year, extendable |
| Mode of Application | |
| Last Date | 20 November 2026 |
| Selection | Online interview (Microsoft Teams) |
How Many Vacancies in NIBMG Recruitment 2026? Post-wise Vacancies and Salary
The notification does not state a grand total. The total below is the sum of the five post rows. It does not give any category-wise split of seats.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Consolidated Pay per Month |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist I | 1 | ₹56,000 + 27% HRA |
| Research Associate I | 2 | ₹58,000 + 27% HRA |
| Principal Project Associate | 2 | ₹49,000 + 27% HRA |
| Project Associate II | 2 | ₹35,000 + 27% HRA |
| Project Associate I | 4 | ₹31,000 + 27% HRA (₹25,000 + HRA if taken without NET/GATE) |
| Total | 11 |
What is the Eligibility for NIBMG Recruitment 2026? Qualification and Experience
Each post has its own essential qualification. Read the row for the post you want, because experience requirements differ a lot. The “equivalent” degree wording below is exactly as the notification gives it.
| Post | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist I | Doctoral Degree in Science, or Master’s Degree in Engineering or Technology, from a recognized University or equivalent |
| Research Associate I | Ph.D., MD, MS or MDS (or equivalent degree), OR 3 years of research, teaching and design and development experience after MVSc, M.Pharm, ME or M.Tech with at least one research paper in a Science Citation Indexed (SCI) journal |
| Principal Project Associate | Master’s Degree in Natural Science or Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Technology or Medicine from a recognised University or equivalent, with 8 years’ Research and Development experience; OR Doctoral Degree in Science, Engineering, Technology, Pharma, MD or MS from a recognized University or equivalent, with 4 years’ R&D experience |
| Project Associate II | Master’s Degree in Natural Science or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent, with 2 years’ R&D experience |
| Project Associate I | Master’s Degree in Natural Science or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology or Medicine from a recognized University or equivalent, AND CSIR-UGC (NET)/LS or GATE or an equivalent national level exam conducted by central govt agencies. If no suitable NET/GATE candidate is found, others holding the degree may be taken at ₹25,000 + HRA |
For Principal Project Associate and Project Associate II, the R&D experience must come from industrial and academic institutions or science and technology organisations. Holders of a post graduate degree or an engineering degree will find a fit here.
What Will You Actually Do on the Job?
The duties differ by post, so match them to your skills before you apply. Project Scientist I works on multi-omics data integration, making data AI-ready, testing AI models and judging their performance, and high-throughput data analysis. The Principal Project Associate does this or, alternatively, wet-lab assays, cell culture and multi-omics data generation. Research Associate I does wet-lab molecular biology and functional validation assays, mammalian cell culture work, assists in multi-omics data generation (library preparation, sequencing) and writes reports. Project Associate II also does wet-lab assays, plus biosample maintenance in the biorepository, inventory management and record keeping. Project Associate I handles high-throughput data QC, analysis and integration, testing of AI models, inventory, and record keeping. Computing and biology-lab backgrounds both fit.
Desirable Skills (Preferred, Not Compulsory)
| Post | Desirable Qualification |
|---|---|
| Project Scientist I | Expert in data analytical pipelines for genomics and transcriptomics big data; AI/ML model development; Python or R; Linux |
| Research Associate I | Documented experience in cell culture, multi-omics data generation and molecular biology assays; molecular cloning and CRISPR-Cas9 experience preferred; data pipeline experience |
| Principal Project Associate | Data pipelines, AI/ML, Linux, Python or R; OR multi-omics data generation, cell culture and molecular biology (cloning, CRISPR-Cas9 preferred) |
| Project Associate II | Documented experience in cell culture and multi-omics data generation; molecular biology assays |
| Project Associate I | Omics data analysis, AI/ML, Linux, Python or R; OR hands-on mammalian cell culture and molecular biology assays (preferred) |
The notification does not state any age limit or age relaxation, so the Age Calculator is not used in this article. Check the form for the date of birth details it asks for.
What is the Salary for NIBMG Recruitment 2026 Project Posts?
The pay is consolidated per month, with 27% HRA added on top. The highest pay is for Research Associate I at ₹58,000, and the lowest is Project Associate I at ₹31,000.
There is one special rule for Project Associate I. If no suitable candidate with NET/GATE (or equivalent) is found, other candidates who hold only the essential degree may be given ₹25,000 + HRA.
These are contractual project jobs, not permanent government posts. Appointment is for one year at first, and it can be extended depending on performance, availability of funds and project needs. No other allowances are listed in the notification.
What is the Selection Process for NIBMG Recruitment 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application screening | Applications not in the prescribed format, or incomplete, are not considered |
| Online interview | Held on Microsoft TEAMS; only shortlisted candidates are sent the interview link |
| Document check | If selected, you must produce all documents in original |
The notification does not give an interview date. NIBMG’s decision on eligibility, acceptance or rejection of applications, mode of selection and conduct of interviews is final and binding. If your documents do not truly match what you claimed, your candidature will be cancelled.
How to Apply for NIBMG Recruitment 2026 by Email?
There is no online application link. You apply by email, so keep your documents ready first.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Download the notification PDF (link in Essential Links below). The application form is attached in it |
| 2 | Fill the form in the prescribed format, with your passport-size photograph |
| 3 | Merge the form, your C.V., and all relevant attachments (including a copy of the SC, ST or OBC certificate, if applicable) into a single PDF |
| 4 | Email it to applynkblab@gmail.com using the subject line format specified in the notification |
| 5 | Send it on or before 20 November 2026 |
| 6 | Applying for more than one post? Send a separate application and a separate email for each role |
Three things can sink your application. A form not in the prescribed format, an incomplete submission, or a missing specified subject line format will not be considered. Do not rush on the last day. The form also asks for details such as your NET/GATE status, total experience, and short notes (up to fifty words each) on AI/ML, sequencing data, cell culture and programming experience, so fill these carefully. Visit the official website (link in Essential Links below) for more information.
Here is a simple way to plan it. First, pick the post whose essential qualification you meet completely, including the years of experience, since the notification gives no relaxation. Second, if you meet the criteria for two posts, send two separate emails and two separate forms, as the notification demands. Third, keep scanned copies of your degree, experience letters and category certificate ready before you start merging your single PDF. Finally, check your email regularly after 20 November, because the Teams interview link goes only to shortlisted candidates. Our preparation strategy page has tips for facing interviews.
What are the Important Dates for NIBMG Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 02 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply (by email) | 20 November 2026 |
| Online Interview | Not announced; shortlisted candidates get the Teams link |
What is the Application Fee for NIBMG Recruitment 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Not mentioned in the notification |
The notification does not mention any application fee or payment mode.
NIBMG Recruitment 2026 Important Links
- Download Official Notification PDF and Application Form
- Visit NIBMG Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you have the right degree and research experience, this is a good chance to work on a cancer genomics project at a national institute. Prepare your form today and send your email well before 20 November 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more updates, and see all Other Govt Jobs notifications.