Assistant Research Officer – NMPB
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹35,400 - ₹112,400 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Master's degree in Science (Botany, Pharmacognosy, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, Medicinal Plants, Bio Technology, or Pharmacy).
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — refer official notification for specific service-grade requirements for deputation.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 56 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Assistant Research Officer role provides essential technical support for the National Medicinal Plants Board's various scientific initiatives. This position is open to a wide range of life science graduates, including those with degrees in Botany, Agriculture, or Biotechnology. The officer will assist in data collection, computer-based research operations, and the monitoring of medicinal plant projects. It is an ideal entry-to-mid-level research position for government officers looking to specialize in the AYUSH sector.
- This role accepts a broad range of qualifications including Botany, Forestry, Agriculture, and Biotechnology.
- Candidates must have a working knowledge of computer operations to handle research data.
- The position is filled via deputation from Central/State Governments or autonomous bodies.
- The pay scale is Level-6, offering a stable and competitive salary for research professionals.
- Applicants must submit their applications through the proper channel by the July 2026 deadline.
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Additional Salary Information
Pay Matrix Level-6 (₹35,400–₹1,12,400) as per the 7th CPC.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Scrutiny of eligibility and experience Review of APARs and Vigilance Clearance Personal Interview/Interaction
Application Fees
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
Reservation
Standard deputation reservation norms of the Government of India apply.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed Proforma (Annexure-II) from the official website or notification.
- Fill in the application form with accurate personal and professional details.
- Attach up-to-date APARs for the last five years, duly attested on each page.
- Include a Vigilance Clearance Certificate and an Integrity Certificate from the parent department.
- Ensure the application is forwarded through the 'Proper Channel' by the current employer.
- Send the completed application to: Finance & Administrative Officer, National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB), Ministry of AYUSH, 1st & 2nd Floor, Red Cross Annexe Building, Red Cross Road, New Delhi - 110001.
- The application must reach the office by 30th July 2026, 05:30 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary for Assistant Research Officer is in Pay Matrix Level-6, ranging from ₹35,400 to ₹1,12,400 per month.
A Master's degree in Science (Botany, Pharmacognosy, Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, or Biotechnology) is required.
There is 1 vacancy available for this post.
