The Department of Community Medicine and Family Medicine (CM&FM), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar has officially released recruitment advertisement Advt. No. AIIMS/BBSR/CM&FM/RIHSE/NACO/117/. Applications are invited from eligible and dynamic candidates for engagement on a purely temporary contractual basis under the national public health project entitled ‘Regional Institute for HIV Surveillance & Epidemiology’ (RIHSE – NACO).
The recruitment drive aims to fill 8 contract positions: Research Assistant (04 Posts) and Laboratory Technician (04 Posts) under Principal Investigator Dr. Arvind Kumar Singh, Additional Professor at AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
Selected candidates will receive monthly emoluments of up to ₹36,400/- per month plus additional field travel allowances. The application process is completely online via email and closes on 12th September 2026 (5:00 PM).
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AIIMS Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026: Key Overview
| Feature Parameter | Official Details |
| Organization Name | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar |
| Department / Division | Department of Community Medicine & Family Medicine (CM&FM) |
| Project Title | Regional Institute for HIV Surveillance & Epidemiology (NACO) |
| Advertisement Number | Advt. No. AIIMS/BBSR/CM&FM/RIHSE/NACO/117/ |
| Total Vacancies | 08 Posts (RA – 04, Lab Technician – 04) |
| Engagement Type | Contractual Appointment (Initial Tenure: 6 Months) |
| Application Mode | Email Submission (rihse_aiimsbbsr@aiimsbhubaneswar.edu.in) |
| Interview Mode | Hybrid (Offline & Online) |
| Application Deadline | 12th September 2026 (Saturday, by 5:00 PM) |
| Tentative Interview Date | 17th September 2026 (Thursday) |
Post-Wise Vacancy, Eligibility Criteria & Salary Breakdown
The positions are sanctioned under the Integrated Biological and Behavioral Surveillance (IBBS) mandate. The details for both posts are as follows:
AIIMS BHUBANESWAR NACO PROJECT POSTS
┌─────────────────────────────────┬─────────────────────────────────┐
│ RESEARCH ASSISTANT (RA) │ LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (LT) │
├─────────────────────────────────┼─────────────────────────────────┤
│ • Vacancies: 04 Posts │ • Vacancies: 04 Posts │
│ • Pay: ₹36,400/- Consolidated │ • Pay: ₹18,000/- Consolidated │
│ • TA: ₹225/day for field tasks │ • TA: ₹225/day for field tasks │
│ • Qualification: MPH / MSW / │ • Qualification: B.Sc MLT / │
│ Social Science / Psychology │ DMLT / ANM / GNM │
│ • Upper Age Limit: 35 Years │ • Upper Age Limit: 30 Years │
└─────────────────────────────────┴─────────────────────────────────┘
1. Research Assistant (RA) – 04 Vacancies
- Essential Educational Qualification: Master in Public Health (MPH) OR Master of Social Work (MSW) / Post Graduation in Social Sciences / Anthropology / Psychology from a recognized institution.
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with high-risk groups, exposure to field-based health surveys, and communication skills in Telugu, English, and Hindi.
- Monthly Emoluments: ₹36,400/- Consolidated per month + Daily Field Travel Allowance of ₹225/- per day during field-related activities.
- Upper Age Limit: 35 Years (as of 12.09.2026).
- Place of Posting: Selected candidates will be stationed in Visakhapatnam, Kurnool, or NTR districts of Andhra Pradesh (local district candidates receive preference).
2. Laboratory Technician (LT) – 04 Vacancies
- Essential Educational Qualification (Any One):
- B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (B.Sc. MLT).
- 12th Pass in Science stream with a 2-year Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT).
- 1-year DMLT with at least 1 year of required experience in a recognized organization.
- 2-year Auxiliary Nurse & Midwife (ANM) course.
- 3-year General Nursing & Midwife (GNM) course with minimum second class or equivalent CGPA.
- Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with high-risk groups, exposure to field health surveys, and multilingual skills (Telugu, English, Hindi).
- Monthly Emoluments: ₹18,000/- Consolidated per month + Daily Field Travel Allowance of ₹225/- per day during field activities.
- Upper Age Limit: 30 Years (as of 12.09.2026).
- Place of Posting: Visakhapatnam, Kurnool, or NTR districts of Andhra Pradesh.
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Service Terms & Age Relaxation
- Age Reckoning Date: The cut-off date for calculating the maximum age limit is 12th September 2026.
- Age Relaxations: Standard Government of India age relaxations are admissible for SC, ST, OBC, and PwD candidates as per central rules.
- Project Tenure: The appointment is purely on a temporary contract basis initially for 6 months. Extensions depend upon project requirements, performance evaluations, and funding agency sanctions.
- Regular Employment Disclaimer: The engagement does not confer any right, title, or claim for permanent absorption or regular appointment at AIIMS Bhubaneswar or the funding agency (NACO).
Selection Process & Hybrid Interview Details
The selection process is structured through shortlisting and a subsequent interview round:
- Application Scrutiny: Received applications will be screened against eligibility criteria. The list of eligible and non-eligible candidates will be published on the AIIMS Bhubaneswar website prior to the interview.
- Hybrid Interview: The interview is tentatively scheduled for 17th September 2026 (Thursday).
- Offline Mode: Candidates opting for offline interview must report between 09:30 AM and 11:00 AM at Room No. 317, 3rd Floor, Department of Community Medicine & Family Medicine, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
- Online Mode: Candidates opting for online mode will receive the virtual meeting link one day before the interview and must be available online throughout the scheduled day. (Final selection for online candidates remains provisional until original physical documents are verified).
Documents Required for Email Submission
Candidates must combine the following self-attested documents into a single PDF file in the specified sequence:
- Duly completed and signed Application Proforma (indicating mode of interview: Online or Offline).
- Proof of Date of Birth (10th/HSC Certificate).
- Qualifying Degree / Diploma Certificates & Consolidated Mark Sheets (B.Sc MLT, DMLT, GNM, ANM, MPH, MSW, etc.).
- Relevant Post-Qualification Experience Certificates.
- Caste / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwD), if claiming age relaxation.
- Identity Proof (Government-issued ID such as PAN Card, Voter ID, Driving License, or Passport).
- Recent passport-size color photograph.
IMPORTANT LINKS
◆ Notification Pdf – Click Here
◆ Official Website – Click Here
How to Apply Step-by-Step
Applying for these project positions is straightforward:
- Download the Proforma: Download the official application form appended to the notification PDF.
- Fill the Form: Complete all sections, including personal details, academic qualifications, past work experience, contact details of two professional referees, and specify your preferred interview mode (Offline / Online).
- Merge into Single PDF: Merge your signed application form along with self-attested photocopies of all age, qualification, and experience certificates into one single PDF document.
- Send via Email: Email the PDF file to the designated project email address: Email Address:
rihse_aiimsbbsr@aiimsbhubaneswar.edu.in - Subject Line Format: The email subject line must strictly read:
Application for Post of [Insert Name of the Post] - Submission Deadline: The application must reach the inbox on or before 12th September 2026 by 5:00 PM. Late applications will be summarily rejected.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the last date to submit the application for AIIMS Bhubaneswar Recruitment 2026?
The deadline to submit your application form via email is 12th September 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q2: Is there an application fee for these posts?
No application fee is mentioned in the official advertisement; eligible candidates can apply free of cost.
Q3: Can I attend the interview online?
Yes. The interview will be conducted in a Hybrid format (both offline and online) on 17th September 2026. You must indicate your preferred mode in the application form.
Q4: Where will the selected candidates be posted?
Selected Research Assistants and Lab Technicians will be stationed in the field across Visakhapatnam, Kurnool, or NTR districts of Andhra Pradesh to carry out survey and sample collection protocols.
