ICMR NIE Recruitment 2025 – Apply for Assistant, UDC & LDC

ICMR NIE Recruitment 2025 – Assistant, UDC & LDC Posts


If you're aiming for a government role at one of India’s key public health research institutes, the ICMR National Institute of Epidemiology (NIE), Chennai has opened recruitment for 10 Administrative Posts: 1 Assistant, 2 Upper Division Clerk (UDC), and 7 Lower Division Clerk (LDC). This post provides a thorough guide on eligibility, vacancies, application process, selection stages, and practical tips to apply confidently.

🔗 Official Application Portal:

https://nie.gov.in/


✅ Who Is Eligible? (Eligibility Criteria)

Age Limits (as of application deadline):

  • Assistant: Up to 30 years (18–30)
  • UDC & LDC: Up to 27 years
    – Category-based relaxations apply (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex‑Servicemen)

Educational Qualifications:

  • Assistant: Bachelor’s degree in any stream + proficiency in MS Office/PowerPoint
  • UDC: Bachelor’s degree + typing speed of 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi)
  • LDC: 12th pass + typing speed of 35 wpm (English) or 30 wpm (Hindi)

All posts carry central government pay levels: Assistant (Level 6), UDC (Level 4), LDC (Level 2) (Indian Council of Medical ResearchIndian Council of Medical ResearchIndGovtJobs).


📋 Vacancy Profile

Post

Number of Vacancies

Pay Level

Assistant (OBC‑1)

1

Level 6 (₹35,400–1,12,400)

Upper Division Clerk

2 (UR‑1, SC‑1)

Level 4 (₹25,500–81,100)

Lower Division Clerk

7 (various)

Level 2 (₹19,900–63,200)

These are central government permanent positions at ICMR-NIE Chennai (Indian Council of Medical Research).


📅 Application Timeline

  • Start Date: Online registration begins soon on https://nie.gov.in/
  • End Date: Expected by 14 August 2025
  • Admit Cards & Exam Dates: To be announced via the official portal post-application deadline
  • Exam Mode: Computer-Based Test (CBT) followed by Computer Proficiency Test for UDC and LDC roles (Indian Council of Medical Research).


📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern

Computer-Based Test (CBT):

  • 100 MCQs, 90 minutes, negative marking (0.25 for wrong)
  • Sections:
    • English Language – 20
    • General Knowledge / Current Affairs – 20
    • General Intelligence & Reasoning – 20
    • Computer Aptitude – 20
    • Quantitative Aptitude – 20

Skill Test:

  • UDC/LDC candidates must pass a typing test (35 wpm English or 30 wpm Hindi) – qualifying in nature

Experience Weightage:

  • Up to 5 additional marks for post-qualification experience (1–8+ years)
    Final merit lists only include those who qualify CBT and the typing test (if applicable) (Indian Council of Medical Research).


💼 Application Steps at a Glance

  1. Visit the official NIE site: https://nie.gov.in/
  2. Locate the recruitment notification and register/login
  3. Fill up the application form with accurate personal, educational, and category information
  4. Upload scanned copies of:
    • Photo & signature
    • Educational certificates (10th, 12th, graduation)
    • Typing/computer certificates (if applicable)
    • Category certificate (if applying under reservation)
  5. Pay application fee per post: ₹2,000 for UR/OBC/EWS; ₹1,600 for SC/ST/Women/PwBD/Ex‑SM
  6. Submit and download confirmation for your records (NIEIndian Council of Medical ResearchIndGovtJobs).


🧠 How to Prepare?

  • Review each section: Practice English, Reasoning, General Awareness, Computer Aptitude, and Quantitative problems under timed conditions
  • Typing practice: Run practice tests to achieve the required speed and accuracy
  • Mock CBT Tests: Understand the exam pattern and negative marking impact
  • Document Prep: Keep all certificates in scanned digital format ahead of deadline
  • Update Knowledge: Focus on health sector current affairs and ICMR-related updates


🙋 Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I apply for multiple posts?

Yes—separate applications and fees are required for each post you’re eligible for.

2. Is the typing test mandatory for all?

Only UDC and LDC candidates must pass the typing/skill test; Assistant post has no typing requirement.

3. Are age relaxations available?

Yes; official norms apply for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Ex-servicemen, and women candidates.

4. How are additional marks awarded?

Up to 5 marks based on post-qualification experience; details are given in official notification.

5. Is the application fee refundable?

No—the fee is non-refundable even if you fail to appear for CBT or typing test.


✅ Conclusion & Call to Action

The ICMR NIE Recruitment 2025 is a prestigious opportunity to secure a government administrative role at Chennai's National Institute of Epidemiology. With just 10 permanent posts available, fulfilling eligibility, preparing strategically, and applying in time will make a difference.

🎯 Next Steps:

  • Visit https://nie.gov.in/ to access the official notification
  • Ensure your eligibility (age, qualification, typing/computer skill) before applying
  • Apply online between now and mid‑August 2025
  • Begin preparing for CBT, typing test, and keep documents ready

This could be your chance to contribute to public health research via ICMR — apply early, prepare well, and move one step closer to a stable and impactful government career!

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