The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), Department of Health & Family Welfare (CHS Division), New Delhi, has invited applications for three Director positions through deputation mode at premier national health research institutes. Interested and eligible medical professionals are invited to apply on or before 22 November 2026.
Overview
This recruitment drive aims to fill Director vacancies at three specialized institutes under MoHFW: Central Research Institute in Kasauli, B.C.G. Vaccine Laboratory in Guindy (Chennai), and National Tuberculosis Institute in Bengaluru. The posts are on a deputation basis, offering positions in the senior civil service pay matrix. The advertisement number for this recruitment is A.36011/01/2019-CHS.IV.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Circular | 23 October 2026 |
| Last Date of Application | 22 November 2026 |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Pay Level | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Director, Central Research Institute | Not Mentioned | Level-14 | Kasauli |
| Director, B.C.G. Vaccine Laboratory | Not Mentioned | Level-13 or above | Guindy |
| Director, National Tuberculosis Institute | Not Mentioned | Level-13 or above | Bengaluru |
Eligibility
Age Limit: Candidates must be a minimum of 62 years of age as on the closing date of application.
For Director, Central Research Institute, Kasauli: MBBS degree followed by a Post Graduation degree in any Medical Specialty. Experience requirement is not specified.
For Director, B.C.G. Vaccine Laboratory, Guindy: Candidates must hold one of the following qualifications: (i) PG degree in Microbiology, (ii) MD/DNB in Bacteriology or Microbiology, (iii) MBBS with MSc Medical Bacteriology, (iv) MSc Medical Bacteriology or Medical Microbiology with PhD or DSc in the relevant field. A minimum of 3 years' experience in Microbiology specialty after obtaining the first Post-graduate degree is required (or 13 years of experience for deputation candidates).
For Director, National Tuberculosis Institute, Bengaluru: Candidates must possess MBBS followed by either (i) MD/DNB in Tuberculosis, Tuberculosis & Respiratory Diseases, or Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases, or (ii) MD/DNB in Medicine with a Diploma in Tuberculosis Diseases or Tuberculosis & Chest Diseases. A minimum of 3 years' experience in Tuberculosis specialty after obtaining the first Post-graduate degree is required (or 13 years of experience for deputation candidates).
How to Apply
- Download and carefully read the official notification PDF from the link provided below.
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria for your chosen post before submitting an application.
- Prepare your application with all required supporting documents as detailed in the notification.
- Send your completed application via email to the address specified in the official notification.
- Submit your application before the closing date: 22 November 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the age requirement for these Director positions?
A: Candidates must be a minimum of 62 years of age as on the closing date of application.
Q: What qualifications are needed for the BCG Vaccine Laboratory Director post?
A: A PG degree in Microbiology in one of the specified formats (MD/DNB, MSc, or PhD combinations) is required, with 3 years' experience in Microbiology specialty or 13 years for deputation candidates.
Q: What is the last date to submit applications?
A: The last date of application is 22 November 2026. Applications must be sent via email as instructed in the official notification.
Q: What is the salary for these positions?
A: The Central Research Institute Director position offers Level-14 of the pay matrix, while the other two Director posts offer Level-13 or above of the pay matrix.
Q: How do I submit my application?
A: Applications must be submitted via email to the address provided in the official notification. See the notification PDF for complete details on application format and required documents.
Q: Is experience required for all three Director posts?
A: Experience is not specified for the Central Research Institute, Kasauli position. However, both the BCG Vaccine Laboratory and National Tuberculosis Institute positions require 3 years' experience in the relevant specialty after the first PG degree (or 13 years for deputation candidates).
Candidates must verify all details, eligibility criteria, and application procedures on the official MoHFW website and notification before submitting their applications.