UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026: Research Scientist-I & II, Lab Technician, Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator – Eligibility, Salary and Email Process
If you hold an MBBS, a life-science master’s degree, a lab diploma or a 12th-pass science background, this one is worth a look. University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS) and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, have invited applications for 5 contractual posts under the Multi-disciplinary Research Unit (MRU): Research Scientist-I, Research Scientist-II, Lab Technician and Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator. Pay runs from ₹20,000 to ₹67,000 per month. See more openings on our Delhi government jobs page.
There is no online application form here. You must send your application by email by 1 December 2026, 4:00 PM, and also fill a Google Form. Read this full guide on GovtJobsAlert.in before you send anything, because late or incomplete applications are rejected. Don’t worry, we have put every step, document and condition in simple tables for you.
Key Highlights – UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | University College of Medical Sciences (University of Delhi) and GTB Hospital |
| Unit | Multi-disciplinary Research Unit (MRU) |
| Posts | Research Scientist-I, Research Scientist-II, Lab Technician, Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Job Type | Contractual, 1 year, extendable |
| Location | Delhi – 110095 |
| Mode of Application | Email plus Google Form |
| Last Date | 1 December 2026, 4:00 PM |
UCMS is a University of Delhi institution that works with GTB Hospital. These posts sit in its Multi-disciplinary Research Unit, so the work is research and laboratory support, and staff may need to join field visits or travel to a collaborating centre. All four posts are temporary and contractual, so treat this as a project job, not a permanent one.
How Many Vacancies Are There in UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026?
| Post | Vacancies | Monthly Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Research Scientist-I (Medical/Non-medical) | 1 | ₹56,000 + HRA |
| Research Scientist-II (Medical/Non-medical) | 1 | ₹67,000 + HRA |
| Lab Technician | 2 | ₹20,000 + HRA |
| Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator | 1 | ₹20,000 |
The notification gives no category-wise split of these seats.
What is the Eligibility for UCMS Delhi MRU Posts 2026?
Each post has its own rules, and the experience clauses are strict. Read the row for your post twice, and count your experience after the qualification the row names, where it says so.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Essential Requirement |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist-I | MBBS (MCI recognised) or BE/B.Tech in Biotechnology; or First Class Master’s in Life Sciences or related subject; or Second Class M.Sc. plus Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related subject |
| Research Scientist-II (route 1) | MD/MS/DNB with 5 years R&D/teaching experience, or PG diploma in medical subjects with 6 years |
| Research Scientist-II (route 2) | MBBS with 8 years R&D/teaching experience after MBBS, or BDS/B.V.Sc. & AH (DCI/VCI recognised) with 9 years after the degree |
| Research Scientist-II (route 3) | First Class Master’s in relevant life science with 8 years after the Master’s, or Second Class M.Sc. plus Ph.D. with 8 years after M.Sc. plus Ph.D. |
| Lab Technician | 12th pass in Science plus a 2-year diploma (DMLT, PMW, radiology/radiography or required subject); or 12th Science plus 1-year DMLT and 1 year field experience as Lab Technician or 2 years field/laboratory or Animal House Keeping experience in a Govt. recognised organisation |
| Lab Assistant | Technician ‘A’ or equivalent with 5 years relevant experience, e.g. 10th/Matric with 1 year experience from a Government/recognised institute or a 1-year training certificate in the area, or ITI/NTC with ATS in the trade, with 5 years relevant experience |
| Data Entry Operator | 12th pass in Science with Mathematics or DOEACC ‘A’ level, plus 2 years EDP experience in Govt., Autonomous, PSU or recognised institution; or a Bachelor’s in Computer Application/IT/Computer Science with 1 year experience. Needs MS Office knowledge and a speed test of at least 8000 key depressions per hour |
If you are a medical graduate, also see our medical and healthcare jobs page.
Equivalence Rules and Desirable Qualifications
| Rule | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| MD, MS, MDS or Ph.D. (Research Scientist-II) | Treated as 3 years’ experience |
| PG Diploma in medical subjects, M.Tech, M.V.Sc. (Research Scientist-II) | Treated as 2 years’ experience |
| B.Sc. degree (Lab Technician, Lab Assistant) | Treated as 3 years’ experience |
| 12th pass (Lab Assistant) | Treated as 2 years’ experience |
| Research Scientist-I and II desirable | Doctorate, M.Tech or MD in a related subject (first class); post-doctoral experience; computer or data-management knowledge |
| Research Scientist-I only | Experience in similar schemes in Government or an autonomous organisation |
| Data Entry Operator | Graduates are preferred |
Age Limit
The four posts have different age caps. Check yours before you spend time on the paperwork.
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Research Scientist-I | 35 years |
| Research Scientist-II | 40 years |
| Lab Technician | 30 years |
| Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator | 30 years |
Age is counted as on the last date of submission, 1 December 2026. Relaxation is as per ICMR-DHR norms, covering government servants and SC/ST/OBC candidates as per DoPT rules. The notification does not print the number of years.
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What is the Salary for UCMS Delhi MRU Posts 2026?
The pay is a fixed monthly amount, not a pay level. Research Scientist-I gets ₹56,000 plus HRA. Research Scientist-II gets ₹67,000 plus HRA. Lab Technician gets ₹20,000 plus HRA. Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator gets ₹20,000 per month.
The job is contractual for one year, extendable on satisfactory performance, up to the 5-year Finance Commission cycle. Be clear on the limits too. Provident Fund, Leave Travel Concession, Medical Claim and CCA are not available, and no TA/DA is paid for the interview. Either side can end the contract with 30 days’ notice or salary in lieu.
What is the Selection Process for UCMS Delhi MRU 2026?
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application check | Incomplete applications, or those without relevant documents, are summarily rejected |
| Written test | Syllabus is given for Lab Technician and Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator |
| Interview | Shortlisted candidates are informed of date and time by email |
| Document verification | Bring the printed form, self-attested copies and originals to the interview |
The written test for both lab posts is MCQ based, 50 questions, 1 mark each, 1 hour, no negative marking. The Lab Technician paper covers Clinical Biochemistry, Microbiology, Hematology, Pathology, Blood Banking, Diagnostic Techniques, Molecular Biology, and Laboratory Instruments, Techniques and Maintenance. The Lab Assistant/Data Entry Operator paper covers the same first six subjects and basic Computer Applications. Check our syllabus page for study help.
The notification prints no test syllabus for the two Research Scientist posts, and it does not say whether they have a written test. It only says that shortlisted candidates will be told the date and time of the interview by email.
How to Apply for UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026 by Email?
This is an offline-style process with no online portal. Keep the filled application, scanned documents and photograph ready first.
Avoid a missing document, a wrong subject line, files sent as many attachments and a late email. Send one combined PDF and send it early, because the cut-off is a fixed time, not just a date.
- Download the notification PDF (link in Essential Links) and copy the printed application format with all 16 fields, including your photograph space.
- Fill it in and sign it. Add self-attested copies of the documents on the checklist, in chronological order (qualification and experience).
- Combine the scanned form and documents into one PDF. Include your biodata, certificates and relevant publications.
- Email the PDF to the MRU nodal officer at nodalofficermru@gmail.com with the subject “Application for the post of …” naming your post.
- Fill the mandatory Google Form for applicants (link in Essential Links).
- Send everything by 1 December 2026, 4:00 PM. Nothing is accepted after that.
- If called, bring the printed hard copy of the form, self-attested documents and originals for verification.
| Checklist of Documents |
|---|
| ID proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID or Driving Licence) |
| Class X marksheet or age proof, and Class XII marksheet |
| Graduation, post-graduate and Ph.D. marksheets or certificates |
| Any other qualifications, experience proof and publications (if any) |
| NOC for government employees |
| 2 photographs, needed on the day of interview or written exam |
Remember these conditions. Submission of incorrect or false information disqualifies the candidature at any stage, and canvassing leads to disqualification. The competent authority may amend or cancel the advertisement without giving a reason. Staff may have to go on field visits or travel outstation. Contract posts give no right to regular employment.
What are the Important Dates for UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to email application | 1 December 2026, 4:00 PM |
| Written test or interview | Informed by email to shortlisted candidates |
UCMS Delhi MRU Application Fee 2026
The notification does not mention any application fee.
UCMS Delhi MRU Recruitment 2026 Essential Links
- Download UCMS Delhi MRU Detailed Advertisement PDF
- Fill UCMS Delhi MRU Applicant Google Form
- Visit UCMS Delhi Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Delhi Government Jobs Telegram Channel
Research, lab and data-entry roles at a Delhi teaching hospital can be a strong start for your career. If you fit one of the four posts, don’t wait for the last day. Email your single PDF and fill the Google Form well before 1 December 2026, 4:00 PM. Browse more 12th pass government jobs and keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for fresh updates.