CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 179 Staff Nurse, MTS and More Posts
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has released the CCRUM Recruitment 2026 notification (Advertisement No. 1/2026) for 179 vacancies across Group A, B, and C posts including Research Officers, Staff Nurses, Clerks, and Multi-Tasking Staff. Eligible candidates can apply online from 1 July 2026 to 31 July 2026 at www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in. The CCRUM Vacancy 2026 covers posts at varying pay levels under the
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - 179 Staff Nurse, MTS and More Posts – Overview
| Selection Procedure | The CCRUM 2026 selection process differs by post group. Group A candidates face both a written test and an interview, while Group B and C candidates are selected primarily through the Computer Based Test. Group A Posts (Research Officers): Online CBT - 70 marks (subject knowledge + research methodology + general awareness) Interview - 30 marks Shortlisting ratio: 1:5 for 1 vacancy, 1:4 for 2 vacancies, 1:3 for 3 or more vacancies Minimum qualifying marks: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD; 30% for all others Group B & C Posts: Online CBT - 100 marks Skill Test (mandatory and qualifying) for LDC, Stenographer Grade-III, Staff Car Driver, and wherever applicable Minimum qualifying marks: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD; 30% for all others Negative Marking: There is a 0.25 mark deduction per wrong answer in the CBT for all posts except MTS, where there is no negative marking. Exam Duration: 100 minutes for all candidates (Group A, B & C). PwBD candidates eligible for a scribe receive 130 minutes (100 + 30 compensatory minutes). Exam Centers: New Delhi/Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati. Tie-Breaking Rules: In case of equal marks, tie-breaking follows this order: older age ranked higher → higher subject marks → higher marks in second part of syllabus → earlier degree/diploma completion → higher final aggregate percentage. |
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| Application Mode | Online |
CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Out - Key Highlights
Those searching for the CCRUM Ayush Vacancy 2026 official notification should note that the PDF contains the complete post-wise eligibility criteria, age limits, category-wise reservation breakup, detailed syllabus for all 23 posts, application fee structure, selection procedure, and the full examination schedule. The online application window opens on 1 July 2026 at 10:00 AM and closes on 31 July 2026 at 23:59 hrs, with a Modification Window available from 3 to 5 August 2026. A Hindi version of the notification was also indicated to follow shortly after the English version was published. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification PDF carefully before applying, as eligibility is determined as on the closing date of application (31 July 2026) and no subsequent relaxation or correction is permitted. Download CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF Download CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Short Notification PDF
Vacancy Breakdown - Post-Wise Details
The CCRUM 2026 notification covers 23 distinct posts spread across Group A, B, and C categories. Many of these are backlog vacancies that have been carried forward from previous recruitment years.
Group A Posts
| post | vacancies | pay level 7th cpc |
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| Research Officer (Unani) | 16 (Backlog: SC-08, ST-08) | Pay Level-10: ₹56,100–1,77,500 |
| Research Officer (Pathology) | 02 (UR-02) | Pay Level-10: ₹56,100–1,77,500 |
| Research Officer (Physiology) | 01 (UR-01) | Pay Level-10: ₹56,100–1,77,500 |
Group B Posts
| post | vacancies | pay level 7th cpc |
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| Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacology) | 01 (UR-01) | Pay Level-7: ₹44,900–1,42,400 |
| Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany) | 02 (UR-01, SC-01) | Pay Level-7: ₹44,900–1,42,400 |
| Staff Nurse | 07 (SC-02, ST-01, OBC-03, EWS-01) [incl. backlog] | Pay Level-7: ₹44,900–1,42,400 |
| Accounts Officer (HQ) | 01 (UR-01) | Pay Level-7: ₹44,900–1,42,400 |
| Research Assistant (Chemistry) | 02 (UR-01, ST-01) [incl. backlog] | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Research Assistant (Botany) | 03 (UR-02, OBC-01) | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Investigator (Statistics) | 03 (SC-02, ST-01) [Backlog] | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | 12 (UR-07, SC-02, ST-02, EWS-01) | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Library & Information Assistant (LIA) | 03 (UR-01, SC-01, OBC-01) | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Proof Reader | 01 (UR-01) | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
| Hindi Assistant | 02 (UR-02) | Pay Level-6: ₹35,400–1,12,400 |
Group C Posts
| post | vacancies | pay level 7th cpc |
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| Pharmacist | 06 (UR-02, SC-01, ST-01, OBC-02) [incl. backlog] | Pay Level-5: ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Social Worker | 02 (SC-01, OBC-01) [Backlog] | Pay Level-5: ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Radiographer | 01 (OBC-01) [Backlog] | Pay Level-5: ₹29,200–92,300 |
| Compounder | 03 (SC-01, OBC-02) [Backlog] | Pay Level-4: ₹25,500–81,100 |
| Stenographer Grade-III | 07 (UR-05, ST-01, OBC-01) | Pay Level-4: ₹25,500–81,100 |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 31 (UR-15, SC-04, ST-02, OBC-08, EWS-02) | Pay Level-4: ₹25,500–81,100 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 26 (UR-13, SC-03, ST-02, OBC-07, EWS-01) | Pay Level-2: ₹19,900–63,200 |
| Staff Car Driver | 04 (UR-03, OBC-01) | Pay Level-2: ₹19,900–63,200 |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | 43 (UR-04, SC-08, ST-09, OBC-22) [incl. backlog] | Pay Level-1: ₹18,000–56,900 |
Selection Process - CCRUM Ayush Vacancy 2026
The CCRUM 2026 selection process differs by post group. Group A candidates face both a written test and an interview, while Group B and C candidates are selected primarily through the Computer Based Test. Group A Posts (Research Officers): Online CBT - 70 marks (subject knowledge + research methodology + general awareness) Interview - 30 marks Shortlisting ratio: 1:5 for 1 vacancy, 1:4 for 2 vacancies, 1:3 for 3 or more vacancies Minimum qualifying marks: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD; 30% for all others Group B & C Posts: Online CBT - 100 marks Skill Test (mandatory and qualifying) for LDC, Stenographer Grade-III, Staff Car Driver, and wherever applicable Minimum qualifying marks: 25% for SC/ST/PwBD; 30% for all others Negative Marking: There is a 0.25 mark deduction per wrong answer in the CBT for all posts except MTS, where there is no negative marking. Exam Duration: 100 minutes for all candidates (Group A, B & C). PwBD candidates eligible for a scribe receive 130 minutes (100 + 30 compensatory minutes). Exam Centers: New Delhi/Delhi, Kolkata, Chennai, Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Guwahati. Tie-Breaking Rules: In case of equal marks, tie-breaking follows this order: older age ranked higher → higher subject marks → higher marks in second part of syllabus → earlier degree/diploma completion → higher final aggregate percentage.
Exam Syllabus at a Glance
The CCRUM CBT syllabus is post-specific. Every paper follows a common structure: subject knowledge (70 marks) + research methodology/relevant technical knowledge (20 marks) + general awareness/IT & computing (10 marks) for Group B and C posts. Group A post papers total 70 marks (subject: 40 + research methodology: 20 + general awareness/IT: 10), followed by an interview of 30 marks. MTS and Staff Car Driver follow SSC's MTS/Matric-level examination syllabus.
Modification Window
After the application window closes, CCRUM provides a Modification Window from 3 August 2026 (10:00 AM) to 5 August 2026 (23:59 hrs) . A modification fee of ₹300 per attempt per post is charged. Note that account creation details from Step I cannot be changed through this window. If a modification makes a candidate ineligible for the post, the change will not be permitted.
Salary / Pay Scale
The CCRUM Recruitment 2026 offers 7th CPC pay structure with NPA (Non-Practising Allowance) for Group A medical posts as per Government of India rules. Selected candidates are placed on probation for two years , extendable at the discretion of the competent authority, and will be governed by the New Pension Scheme (NPS) . All posts carry All India transfer liability; candidates must be willing to serve at any of CCRUM's 24 Institutes/Centers across India. Calculate your exact in-hand Salary in 10 seconds - Calculate Now
| pay level | pay range | post group |
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| Pay Level-10 | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 + NPA | Group A (Research Officers) |
| Pay Level-7 | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 | Group B (ARO, Staff Nurse, AO) |
| Pay Level-6 | ₹35,400 – ₹1,12,400 | Group B (Research Asst., MLT, LIA, etc.) |
| Pay Level-5 | ₹29,200 – ₹92,300 | Group C (Pharmacist, Social Worker) |
| Pay Level-4 | ₹25,500 – ₹81,100 | Group C (Compounder, Steno, UDC) |
| Pay Level-2 | ₹19,900 – ₹63,200 | Group C (LDC, Staff Car Driver) |
| Pay Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 | Group C (MTS) |
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready before starting the CCRUM online application 2026. All documents must be scanned and uploaded in JPEG/JPG or PDF format as specified. Latest passport-size colour photograph (50–100 KB, JPEG/JPG), taken in 2026 Signature on white paper with black ink pen (50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG) Caste/Category Certificate in Central Government format (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/EWS) Disability Certificate issued by Competent Authority (for PwBD candidates) Discharge Certificate (for Ex-Servicemen) Educational qualification certificates with mark sheets Valid Government photo ID proof (Voter ID, Passport, PAN Card, or Driving License) No Objection Certificate (for candidates already in Government service) Each document file: between 100 KB and 1000 KB in PDF/JPG/JPEG format
Common Mistakes to Avoid
These are avoidable errors that frequently lead to rejection or disqualification in CCRUM recruitment: Entering wrong details at account creation: Name, date of birth, and gender entered at Step I cannot be changed under any circumstances. Cross-check with your Matriculation Certificate before submitting. Not checking the OBC certificate date: Your OBC (NCL) certificate must have been obtained within 3 years before the closing date of application. An outdated certificate will result in disqualification. Applying through offline modes: Applications submitted by post, email, or courier are rejected outright without any communication. Uploading blurry or cut documents: All uploaded documents must be clear, complete, and within the specified file size limits. Missing the payment confirmation step: Your application is only considered submitted after successful payment. Always ensure the payment status reads "Payment Received." Not downloading your application form: After Step III, download and preserve your application form PDF and payment receipt from the Dashboard for future reference. Using electronic devices in the exam hall: Mobiles, smart watches, calculators, earphones, and Bluetooth devices are strictly prohibited. Violation leads to a ban of at least 5 years from CCRUM exams. Applying for multiple posts with different logins: Candidates must use the same reference number for all posts. Creating multiple accounts is not permitted.
Important Dates
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Age Limit
| Notes | The CCRUM Ayush Job 2026 eligibility varies significantly by post group. Candidates should verify their qualification carefully against the specific post before applying, as merely meeting one criterion is not sufficient. | Research Officer (Unani): PG Degree (MD or MS) in Unani System of Medicine from a university/institution recognized by NCISM (formerly CCIM), plus enrolment on the Central Registrar of NCISM/CCIM or State Register of Unani/ISM. Age: up to 40 years (Government servants get 5 years' relaxation). | Research Officer (Pathology): MD in Pathology from an MCI-recognized university. Enrolment on Central Register of MCI or State Register of Medical Council. Age: up to 40 years. | Research Officer (Physiology): Master's Degree in Molecular Biology / Biotechnology / Human Genetics / Genetics Engineering from a recognized institution, plus 3 years' post-Master's research experience OR a Ph.D. in the relevant subject. Age: up to 40 years. | Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacology): M.Sc. in Pharmacology or M.V.Sc from a recognized university. Age: up to 30 years. | Asst. Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/Botany): Master's Degree in the concerned discipline plus 3 years' research/teaching experience OR a Ph.D. in the relevant discipline. Age: up to 35 years. | Staff Nurse: B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing / Regular B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery from a recognized institution, registered as Nurse/Nurse & Midwife with State Nursing Council, plus 1 year's experience in a minimum 50-bed hospital. Age: up to 35 years. | Accounts Officer (HQ): Degree from a recognized university plus 3 years' experience in Cash, Accounts, and Budget work in a Government Office / PSU / Autonomous Body. Age: up to 30 years (5-year relaxation for CCRUM employees). | MLT: Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with 2 years' relevant experience. Age: up to 35 years. | Library & Information Assistant: Degree from a recognized university plus Degree in Library Science. Age: up to 28 years. | UDC: Degree from a recognized university. Age: between 18 and 27 years. | LDC: 12th class pass with typing speed of 35 wpm in English or 30 wpm in Hindi on computer. Age: between 18 and 27 years. | Stenographer Grade-III: Matric/equivalent plus shorthand speed of 80 wpm and typewriting speed of 40 wpm. Age: up to 28 years. | Staff Car Driver: Matriculation pass, valid driving license for Motor Cars/LMV, 3 years' motor car driving experience, knowledge of vehicle maintenance. Age: between 18 and 25 years. | MTS: Matriculation/equivalent pass OR ITI pass in relevant subject. Age: between 18 and 25 years. | Compounder: Matric or equivalent plus Certificate of Training as Compounder in Unani System of Medicine (minimum 1 year), plus 2 years' experience preferably in a Unani Dispensary/Hospital. Age: 28 years and below. | Pharmacist: 10+2 with Science plus 2-year Diploma in Pharmacy plus registration with State/Central Pharmacy Council. Age: between 18 and 25 years. | Candidates wondering about age relaxation can note the following: SC/ST candidates get 5 years' relaxation, OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years, PwBD (UR) candidates get 10 years, PwBD (OBC-NCL) candidates get 13 years, and PwBD (SC/ST) candidates get 15 years. The maximum age after all cumulative relaxations shall not exceed 56 years. Candidates domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir between 1 January 1980 and 31 December 1989 are also eligible for 5 years' relaxation. |
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Important Links
| Download CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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| www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in | Click Here ↗ |