Project Technical Support II & Project Nurse II for ICMR-funded GENES Plus Study

📋 Job Description

Recruitment for temporary contractual positions under an ICMR-funded project titled 'GENES Plus Study: Genomic evaluation of Neonatal Sepsis with integrated host pathogen risk stratification'.
Positions include Project Technical Support II and Project Nurse II for a one-year tenure.
Project focuses on genomic evaluation and risk stratification in neonatal sepsis cases.
Work location: AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Selected candidates will work under the supervision of Dr. Tapas Som, Additional Professor, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

For Project Technical Support II: 12th pass in Science with Diploma in MLT/DMLT/Engineering or equivalent + 5 years of relevant experience OR 3-year graduate degree in relevant field + 2 years of relevant experience.
For Project Nurse II: Three-year General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) course completion.
Desirable: Experience in child health care, hospital settings, approved laboratories, or research projects involving children/newborns.
Age limit: 30 years for Project Technical Support II and 28 years for Project Nurse II as of the walk-in interview date (20.08.2026).
Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per government rules.
Qualifications must be from recognized institutions.

🏆 Selection Process

Selection will be based on walk-in interview conducted on 20.08.2026 between 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the ground floor, VC room of the academic building, AIIMS Bhubaneswar.
Candidates must bring original documents for eligibility verification along with self-attested photocopies.
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Selection is purely on a temporary contractual basis and does not guarantee regular employment.
Final selection is subject to document verification and approval by the competent authority.

📊 Key Information

Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhubaneswar
Location / State	All India
Job Location	AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Sijua, Dumuduma, Bhubaneswar - 751019, Odisha, India
Category Eligibility	General, OBC, SC, ST, and PWD candidates are eligible as per government reservation norms. Age relaxation for reserved categories will be provided as per government rules.
Experience Required	For Project Technical Support II: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience with 12th Science + Diploma OR 2 years of experience with a 3-year graduate degree. For Project Nurse II: Experience in child health care, hospital settings, or research projects involving children/newborns is desirable. Experience must be gained after acquiring the minimum essential qualification.
Walk-in Interview Date	20 August 2026

📊 AIIMS Bhubaneswar Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Project Technical Support II	1
Project Nurse II	1
Total	2

📁 Required Documents

Duly filled application form in the prescribed format.
Original and self-attested photocopies of educational qualification certificates (10th, 12th, Diploma, Degree, etc.).
Original and self-attested photocopies of experience certificates.
Date of Birth proof (e.g., 10th certificate, Aadhaar card).
One recent passport-sized photograph.
Identity proof (Aadhaar Card/PAN Card/Voter ID/Driving License).
Caste certificate (if applicable for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
Disability certificate (if applicable for PWD candidates).

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 2 (1 for Project Technical Support II and 1 for Project Nurse II).
Project Technical Support II: 1 vacancy, age limit 30 years.
Project Nurse II: 1 vacancy, age limit 28 years.
Vacancies are purely contractual and non-transferable.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the essential qualifications required for the post of Project Technical Support II?

A. The essential qualifications for Project Technical Support II are: 12th in science with a Diploma in MLT/DMLT/Engineering or equivalent, plus 5 years of experience in a relevant field. Alternatively, a 3-year graduate degree in a relevant field with 2 years of experience is also acceptable.

Q. What is the maximum age limit for applying to the post of Project Nurse II?

A. The maximum age limit for applying to the post of Project Nurse II is 28 years as of the date of the Walk-In-Interview.

Q. Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?

A. Yes, age relaxation is admissible for SC/ST/OBC/PWD candidates as per government rules.

Q. What documents are required to be brought at the time of joining if selected?

A. If selected, candidates must produce original documents for educational qualifications, date of birth, experience certificates, one recent passport-sized photograph, identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Voter ID/Driving License), and SC/ST/OBC/Disability Certificate (if applicable), along with a set of self-attested photocopies.

Q. Can a candidate who is already in regular government service apply for this post?

A. No, persons already in regular time-scale service under any government department/organization are not eligible to apply directly without following the proper channel and obtaining a No Objection Certificate.