The Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar has invited applications for 02 contractual posts — Scientist-B (Medical) and Lab Technician — under the “Establishment of State Level Viral Research & Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) at AIIMS Bhubaneswar” project. Selection is through a walk-in interview on 7th September 2026 (Monday), with reporting between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM at the 2nd Floor, Microbiology Department, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar. Candidates holding MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. & AH, or B.Sc./12th with DMLT, can appear directly with the filled-in application form and original documents — there is no online application.
Recruitment Overview
| Post Name | Scientist-B (Medical), Lab Technician |
| Organization | Department of Microbiology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar — State-Level Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (VRDL) |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | Not specified in notification — “Advertisement for Various Posts for State Level VRDL, AIIMS, Bhubaneswar”, dated 13.08.2026 |
| Location | Bhubaneswar, Odisha |
| Total Vacancies | 02 (Scientist-B (Medical) – 01, Lab Technician – 01) |
| Qualification | Scientist-B: MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc. & AH recognized by MCI / DCI / VCI, or BDS / B.V.Sc. with 1 year experience. Lab Technician: B.Sc. / 12th (science) with 2-year MLT diploma, or 1-year DMLT plus 1 year experience |
| Age Limit | Up to 35 years (Scientist-B); up to 30 years (Lab Technician) — as on the date of the walk-in interview |
| Selection Process | Reporting / Registration → Document Verification → Walk-in Interview (offline) → Joining |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 67,000/month + HRA (Scientist-B); Rs. 28,000/month + HRA (Lab Technician) |
| How to Apply | Offline only — attend the walk-in interview on 07.09.2026 with the filled-in application form and original documents |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | aiimsbhubaneswar.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 13.08.2026 |
| Mode of Application | Offline only — no online application window |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 07.09.2026 (Monday) — tentative, as stated in the notification |
| Reporting / Registration Time | 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM |
| Cut-off Date for Age Limit | 07.09.2026 (date of the walk-in interview) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories (UR / OBC / SC / ST / PwBD) | Not specified in notification — no application fee is mentioned |
| TA / DA for attending the interview | Not payable — candidates must attend at their own cost |
Vacancy Details
| Post Code | Designation | No. of Posts | Emoluments (Rs.) | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VRDL/01 | Scientist-B (Medical) | 01 | 67,000 + HRA | Up to 35 years |
| VRDL/02 | Lab Technician | 01 | 28,000 + HRA | Up to 30 years |
| — | Total | 02 | — | — |
Note: The notification does not give a category-wise (UR/OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD) breakup of these 02 posts.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Essential Qualification — Scientist-B (Medical) | MBBS / BDS / B.V.Sc. & AH recognized by MCI / DCI / VCI respectively; OR BDS / B.V.Sc. degree with one-year experience. |
| Desirable Qualification — Scientist-B (Medical) | MD in the related subject from a recognized university for candidates with a first-class relevant degree; additional post-doctoral research/training experience in relevant subjects in recognized institute(s); knowledge of computer applications or Business Intelligence tools / Data Management; two years R&D / teaching experience in the relevant subject after obtaining the essential qualification. |
| Essential Qualification — Lab Technician | B.Sc. / 12th pass in a science subject and two years diploma in Medical Laboratory Technician; OR one year DMLT plus one year required experience from any recognized organization in the field/laboratory. |
| Desirable Qualification — Lab Technician | Working experience in clinical microbiology laboratory testing. |
| Age Limit | Scientist-B (Medical): up to 35 years. Lab Technician: up to 30 years. Age is reckoned as on the date of the walk-in interview (07.09.2026). |
| Experience Rule | Qualification and experience must be in the relevant discipline/field and from an institution of repute; experience must have been gained after acquiring the minimum essential qualification. |
| Nature of Employment | Contractual — one year (12 months), extendable up to a maximum of five years based on performance and the policy of DHR / instructions of the funding agency. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC | Admissible as per Government of India rules |
| ST | Admissible as per Government of India rules |
| OBC | Admissible as per Government of India rules |
| PWD | Admissible as per Government of India rules |
| UR / General | No relaxation |
Note: The notification states age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates “as per government rules” without listing the number of years for each category — see point 7 of the Terms and Conditions on page 3 of the official notification.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Registration / Reporting | Candidates report in person at the 2nd Floor, Microbiology Department, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM on 07.09.2026 with the duly filled-in application form. Late reporting after 10:30 AM is not provided for in the notification. |
| Stage 2 — Document Verification | Original documents, one set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates, the first page of all scientific publications (PUBMED indexed only) and experience certificates are checked at the venue. Submission of wrong or false information disqualifies the candidature at any stage. |
| Stage 3 — Walk-in Interview | Conducted through offline mode only. Merit-based selection by the interview committee under the Principal Investigator, Dr. Baijayantimala Mishra (Professor & HOD, Dept. of Microbiology). The notification does not state marks, weightage or duration for the interview. |
| Stage 4 — Joining | Selected candidates must produce all original certificates at the time of joining — educational qualifications, date of birth, experience certificates, one recent passport-size photograph, identity proof, one set of self-attested photocopies, and SC/ST/OBC/Disability certificate if applicable. |
Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Emoluments — Scientist-B (Medical) | Rs. 67,000 per month + HRA |
| Emoluments — Lab Technician | Rs. 28,000 per month + HRA |
| House Rent Allowance (HRA) | Payable over and above the consolidated emoluments; rate not specified in notification |
| Increment | As admissible as per DST norms |
| Contract Duration | One year (12 months), extendable up to a maximum of five years subject to performance and DHR / funding agency policy |
| Leave | As applicable per Funding Agency / Institutional policy for contract staff, as per AIIMS BBSR guidelines |
| Benefits NOT admissible | Provident Fund, Pension Scheme, Leave Travel Concession and Medical Claim are not admissible; an undertaking to that effect must be submitted at the time of joining |
| Termination Clause | Engagement can be terminated at any time by giving one month’s notice on either side, or by paying a sum equivalent to one month’s contractual amount |
| Claim on Regular Post | Contract appointees have no claim on any regular post at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, the funding agency, or any Government of India department |
How to Apply
- Download the official notification PDF and print the application form given at the end of it (pages 5–7).
- Fill in the application form completely — name of the post applied for, personal details, permanent and postal address, date of birth, category, educational qualification table, work experience and PUBMED-indexed publications (attach annexures where required).
- Affix a self-attested passport-size colour photograph in the space provided and sign the declaration at the end of the form.
- Attach one set of self-attested photocopies of all relevant certificates, the first page of every PUBMED-indexed scientific publication, and experience certificates, and carry all original documents with you.
- Report in person at the 2nd Floor, Microbiology Department, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar on 07.09.2026 (Monday) between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM for the walk-in interview.
Note: The interview will be conducted through offline mode only — there is no online application portal for this recruitment, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. For any queries, write to vrdlaiimsbhubaneswar@gmail.com.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Duly filled-in application form | The form provided at the end of the official notification, signed and dated |
| Passport-size photograph | Self-attested colour photograph affixed on the application form; carry one recent spare for joining |
| Educational qualification certificates | Originals plus one set of self-attested photocopies |
| Date of birth proof | Original documentary evidence, as the application form requires DOB with documentary evidence |
| Experience certificates | Originals plus self-attested copies; attach as an annexure to the form if applicable |
| Scientific publications | First page of all publications — PUBMED indexed journals only; attach as an annexure |
| Identity proof | Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID / Driving Licence |
| SC / ST / OBC / Disability certificate | If applicable, in original for verification at the time of joining |
Important Links
| Download Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | AIIMS Bhubaneswar Official Website |
| Join Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not wait for an online application link — this recruitment is walk-in only, and reaching the venue after 10:30 AM on 07.09.2026 can cost you the interview.
- Do not arrive with photocopies alone; original documents must be produced along with one set of self-attested photocopies at the venue.
- Do not list publications from non-PUBMED-indexed journals — the notification counts only PUBMED-indexed publications, and the first page of each must be attached.
- Do not count experience gained before completing your essential qualification — only post-qualification experience in the relevant field is considered.
- Do not submit wrong or false information anywhere in the form; the notification states this will disqualify your candidature at any stage of selection.
- Do not assume regular AIIMS benefits apply — Provident Fund, pension, LTC and medical claim are explicitly not admissible on this contract, and there is no claim to a regular post.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is the walk-in interview for AIIMS Bhubaneswar VRDL recruitment 2026?
The tentative date for the walk-in interview is 7th September 2026 (Monday), with reporting between 9:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
2. How many vacancies are there in this notification?
There are 02 vacancies in total — 01 Scientist-B (Medical) and 01 Lab Technician.
3. What is the educational qualification required?
Scientist-B (Medical) requires MBBS/BDS/B.V.Sc. & AH recognized by MCI/DCI/VCI, or a BDS/B.V.Sc. degree with one-year experience; Lab Technician requires B.Sc./12th pass in a science subject with a two-year Medical Laboratory Technician diploma, or one-year DMLT plus one year of experience.
4. What is the age limit for these posts?
The maximum age is 35 years for Scientist-B (Medical) and 30 years for Lab Technician, calculated as on the date of the walk-in interview.
5. Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the notification, but no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
6. Where do I have to report for the interview?
Report at the 2nd Floor, Microbiology Department, Academic Building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Sijua, Dumuduma Post, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751019.
7. What salary will be paid for these posts?
Scientist-B (Medical) will receive Rs. 67,000 per month plus HRA and Lab Technician Rs. 28,000 per month plus HRA, with increments as admissible under DST norms.
8. Is this a permanent government job?
No — it is a purely contractual engagement for one year, extendable to a maximum of five years based on performance, with no claim on any regular post and no PF, pension, LTC or medical claim benefits.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
