NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
Apply Offline for 35 Professor, Medical Officer & Assistant Posts
Brief Notification Overview:
The North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR), an autonomous institute operating under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has released a comprehensive recruitment notification (Advt. No. 02/2026). Applications are invited from eligible Indian citizens and regular serving employees of Central/State Governments for 35 diverse vacancies. The available posts include Professor, Associate/Assistant Professor (Ayurveda), various Medical Officers (Pathologist, Pediatrician, Radiologist, etc.), Senior Assistants, and Panchakarma Assistants. The recruitment will be conducted via Direct Recruitment or Deputation. Eligible candidates must submit their applications offline via Indian Postal Services within 45 days of the advertisement's publication in the Employment News.
1. Important Application Dates
Candidates must ensure their physical application packages reach the institute within the stipulated timeframe. Late submissions will be summarily rejected.
| NEIAFMR Recruitment Schedule | |
| Date of Official Notification: | 08.04.2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Hard Copy Applications: | Within 45 Days from publication in Employment News |
2. Application Fee Details
The application fee is non-refundable and must be paid strictly via a Demand Draft (DD) drawn in favor of "Director, NEIAFMR, Pasighat", payable at Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. Note: Candidates applying through Deputation are fully exempted from fee payment.
| Candidate Category | Fee Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Group 'A' Posts | Group 'C' Posts | |
| General / OBC Candidates | тВ╣ 1500/- | тВ╣ 500/- |
| SC / ST Candidates | тВ╣ 750/- | тВ╣ 250/- |
3. Post-Wise Vacancy & Age Limit
A total of 35 vacancies have been announced across teaching, clinical, and administrative departments. Age limits vary depending on the mode of recruitment (Direct vs. Deputation).
| Post Name | Total Posts | Pay Level | Upper Age Limit (Direct / Deputation) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor (Ayurveda) | 01 | Level-13 | 55 Years / 56 Years |
| Associate Professor (Ayurveda) | 14 | Level-11 | 50 Years / 56 Years |
| Assistant Professor (Ayurveda) | 02 | Level-10 | 45 Years / NA |
| Medical Officers (Pathologist, Pediatrician, Gynecologist, Anesthesiologist, Ophthalmologist, Radiologist) | 06 (1 Each) | Level-11 | 45 Years / NA |
| Pharmacognosist / Ethnobotanist / Herbarium Curator | 03 (1 Each) | Level-11 / Level-10 | 35 Years / 56 Years |
| Resident Medical Officer | 03 | Level-10 | 35 Years / NA |
| Senior Assistant | 02 | Level-04 | 25 Years / NA |
| Panchakarma Assistant (Male/Female) | 04 (2 Each) | Level-04 | 28 Years / 56 Years |
| Grand Total | 35 | ||
4. Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
A. Teaching Posts (Ayurveda)
- Professor / Associate / Assistant Professor: Must possess a Post Graduate Degree in Ayurveda in the relevant subject recognized under IMCC Act/NCISM Act. Extensive teaching/research experience and index journal publications are mandatory depending on the specific rank.
B. Medical Officers & Specialists
- Pathologist / Pediatrician / Radiologist etc: Requires an MBBS degree from a recognized University, alongside a Post Graduate degree in the concerned specialty. Registration with MCI/State Council and 3 years of post-PG experience is strictly required.
- Resident Medical Officer: MD/MS (Ayurveda) in specific clinical subjects recognized by CCIM/NCISM.
C. Administrative & Assistant Posts
- Senior Assistant: Bachelor's degree with a typing speed of 35 WPM in English (or 30 WPM in Hindi) and proficiency in MS-Office.
- Panchakarma Assistant: 10+2 passed from a recognized board coupled with a 1-year certificate course in Panchakarma.
5. How to Apply Offline
The application process for NEIAFMR Recruitment is strictly offline. Follow the steps below to ensure your application is accepted.
- Download Proforma: Download the official application proforma (Annexure-I) from the official website neiafmr.org.in.
- Fill Details: Fill in your personal, educational, and employment details accurately. Affix a recent passport-size photograph on the top right corner and sign across it.
- Prepare Demand Draft: Obtain a DD for the requisite application fee (based on your category and group applied for) payable at Pasighat. Write your name, category, and post applied for on the back of the DD.
- Attach Documents: Attach self-attested photocopies of all educational certificates, experience testimonials, and caste certificates (if applicable). Do NOT send original certificates.
- For Serving Employees: Applicants currently employed in Govt/Autonomous bodies must route their application "Through Proper Channel" and include the No Objection Certificate (Annexure-II) and attested APAR dossiers.
- Super Scribe Envelope: The main envelope must be boldly super-scribed with: "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF [Post Name], Sl. No. [X]".
- Dispatch: Send the complete package strictly via Indian Postal Services to:
The Director,
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Folk Medicine Research,
OPP. APST Bus Stand, PO-Pasighat,
Distt.- East Siang, Arunachal Pradesh - 791 102.
| Crucial Direct Links | |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification & Form PDF | |
| Official NEIAFMR Website | |
