ICMR Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Exam Result, Cut Off & Next Steps

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Key Takeaways

What you'll learn from this article

1AIIMS has released the job notice for recruitment to the post of Scientist-B (Non-Medical).
2Stage-I CBT has been conducted, and the shortlisted candidates have been called for an interview.
3Recruitment encompasses biomedical sciences, IT/computer sciences and pharmacy.
4The authoritative source of updates can be checked on AIIMS and ICMR portals.
5Final selection is subject to verification and ICMR recruitment norms.

An ICMR Scientist-B post gives a great scientific platform, from providing guidance for disease management policies to leading health research at top-notch institutes.

Notice 377/2025 is fast moving beyond the June CBT and into September’s interview notifications, with updated vacancy numbers; thus, the focus is now on post-shortlisting preparation.

Here’s a condensed overview for candidates to examine official websites, analyse cut-off benchmarks and master the future verification and interview phases.

ICMR Scientist B Eligibility Criteria 2026

The first eligibility point is important: Notice 377/2025 is a Scientist-B Non-Medical recruitment. It should not be combined with separate ICMR Scientist-B Medical advertisements.

Scientist-B Non-Medical

The main post requires a master’s degree from a recognised university in a subject related to Biomedical Sciences.

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Scientist-B stream	Who could apply?
Biomedical Sciences	Relevant Master’s degree in Biomedical Sciences/related listed fields
IT/Computer Science	M.E./M.Tech CS, MCA, specified 4-year engineering/CS/IT qualification, or relevant PhD
Pharmacology	M.Pharm/PG in Pharmacy (Pharmacology) or Pharm-D
Age	Generally not above 35 years, with applicable relaxations

ICMR Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Vacancies, Salary and Dates

The original notice listed 27 non-medical posts. An ICMR addendum revised the total to 38: 36 general non-medical posts, one IT/Computer Science post and one Pharmacology post.
The main 36-post notice records UR 19, OBC 5, SC 9 and ST 3, with PwBD reservation provisions.

Vacancy and Expected Salary

Post	Vacancies	Pay level	Salary / pay information
Scientist-B (Non-Medical)	36	Level 10	₹56,100–₹1,77,500
Scientist-B (IT/Computer Science)	1	Level 10	₹56,100–₹1,77,500
Scientist-B (Pharmacology)	1	Level 10	₹56,100–₹1,77,500
Total	38	Level 10	₹56,100–₹1,77,500

These are pay-matrix figures, not fixed in-hand salaries. Actual gross and take-home pay can vary with allowances, deductions and posting conditions.

Recruitment Timeline

Milestone	2026 update
Notification and registration	February–March
Revised CBT date	6 June 2026
AIIMS Stage-I result	17 June 2026
Interview: 36 main non-medical posts	15–18 September 2026
IT/Computer Science interview	17 September 2026
Final result	Check official ICMR portals

ICMR’s September interview notice confirms that AIIMS published the provisionally qualified list through Result Notification No. 200/2026 dated 17 June 2026.

ICMR Scientist B Exam Pattern and Syllabus

The 2026 scheme used 100 objective questions for 100 marks. Each correct answer carried one mark and each wrong answer carried a one-third negative mark. Unanswered or review-marked questions received no marks.

Stage-I CBT Structure

Component	Details
Questions	100
Maximum marks	100
Correct answer	+1
Wrong answer	−1/3
Unanswered/reviewed	0
Medium	English
Nature	Qualifying

The syllabus covers research methodology basics, biostatistics, diagnostic and screening test validity and reliability, bioethics, communicable and non-communicable diseases, reproductive and child nutrition, logical reasoning, general knowledge and English language aptitude.

Selection Flowchart

Application → Stage-I CBT → AIIMS result → Stage-I merit shortlist → ICMR interview → Document verification → Final selection

The final merit list is prepared from interview performance.

ICMR Scientist B Cut Off 2026

“Cut-off” and “qualifying marks” are not the same in this recruitment.

Candidates securing 50% or more in CBT/Written Stage-I are treated as qualified for Stage-II. The specified qualifying threshold for SC, ST and PwBD candidates is 45%.

Cut-Off Status

Category	Official qualifying benchmark
General / other applicable categories	50%
SC / ST / PwBD	45%

What Happens After the ICMR Scientist B Result?

Shortlisted candidates should keep the documents used to establish eligibility, ready. The interview candidature remains provisional and depends on meeting the prescribed conditions and document verification.

Document Verification Checklist

Educational certificates and mark sheets
Proof of date of birth
Category certificate, where applicable
Experience documents where claimed
No Objection Certificate, where applicable
Any additional documents requested by ICMR

Next Administrative Steps

Interview → Eligibility and document scrutiny → Final merit/selection notice → Appointment or joining instructions

ICMR Scientist B Recruitment 2026: Quick Information

Parameter	Current position
Recruiting authority	Indian Council of Medical Research
CBT conducting body	AIIMS New Delhi
Recruitment notice	Notice 377/2025
Post covered	Scientist-B (Non-Medical)
Revised vacancies	38
Pay level	Level 10
Pay matrix	₹56,100–₹1,77,500
Selection	CBT followed by interview
Result status	Stage-I result published; interviews completed

Not Eligible in ICMR Scientist B Result 2026?

Use the results to see where you need to enhance your preparation. Revise performance in research technique, biostatistics, public-health themes, reasoning and English aptitude and strengthen the weaker areas before future recruitment.

Also, you can keep an eye on research-oriented possibilities like CSIR-NET, ICMR-JRF, DBT-BET, AIIMS research posts, and vacancies in universities or institutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is ICMR Scientist B result 2026 released?

Yes. AIIMS has completed the process of Stage-I result and ICMR has issued the notice for interview which confirms that AIIMS has published the list of provisionally qualified vide Result Notification No. 200/2026 dated 17 June 2026.

2. When will the ICMR Scientist B Exam be held in 2026?

The Stage-I CBT was conducted by ICMR on 06 June, 2026. This date is clearly cited in the ICMR interview notice which specifies that candidates were shortlisted for interview on the basis of Stage-I performance. Earlier schedules have been updated. Candidates are advised to refer final official notice and not to rely upon the old recruitment articles for the date of examination.

3. What is the ICMR Scientist B 2026 cut-off?

Qualifying mark is 50% for general applicants and 45% for SC, ST and PwBD candidates. This benchmark is intended to qualify you for the interview stage. If ICMR or AIIMS does not release separate official cut-off data, candidates should not consider this as the last category-wise closing score.

4. Is there any distinct final cut off for ICMR Scientist B?

The official ICMR results and recruitment pages checked for this article do not reflect a separate category-wise final closure score. The notification specifies the qualifying CBT cut-off and the interview shortlisting process. So unofficial projected cut-offs should be considered as approximations till an official score or cut-off notification is released.

5. What is the next step after ICMR Scientist B CBT?

The candidate qualifying CBT may be considered for Stage II subject to shortlisting process to be notified. ICMR shall be responsible for verification of interview document and selection process. Final selection is subject to interview performance, eligibility & verification of papers. Clearing CBT does not assure final appointment.

6. How to Apply for ICMR Scientist B Recruitment 2026?

The recruiting comprises two stages i.e. Stage-I CBT and Stage-II interview. The CBT is of qualifying type whereas the final merit list is prepared by ICMR on the basis of performance in interview. The candidates will also undergo document verification and all eligibility conditions. This indicates that the written stage has a different aim than the final merit stage.

7. ICMR Scientist B Vacancy Total 2026?

The July amendment changed the total vacancies from 27 to 38. The amended split is 36 posts of Scientist-B (Non-Medical), one post of IT/Computer Science and one post of Pharmacology. Candidates are advised to check the latest ICMR notification for vacancy information since vacancy numbers are subject to change through official addenda.

8. Where to verify ICMR Career Results?

You can examine the recruitment announcements and the results on ICMR Recruitment Portal. AIIMS is also significant for the CBT stage of this recruitment as the examination was administered by the Examination Section of AIIMS.

9. Is there any opportunity for Pharm-D applicants to apply for ICMR Scientist B Pharmacology?

Yes, the recruitment advertising for the Scientist-B Non-Medical Pharmacology vacancy mentions that a Pharm-D degree recognized by UGC/PCI is one of the qualifications. Candidates are advised to refer to the current official notifications and not to rely on qualification alone as the candidates will have to meet the entire eligibility criteria.

10. Is the final merit list of ICMR Scientist B out?

The Results page and Recruitment Portal of ICMR have Scientist-B interview notices but not the final Scientist-B merit-list result. Candidates who have finished the interview should keep checking both official websites for the next selection notice.