NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 35 Teaching, Specialist & Non-Teaching Posts at Pasighat
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR), Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh — an autonomous body under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India — has issued Advertisement No. 02/2026 dated 08 April 2026 for 35 vacancies in Teaching, Medical Specialist, Research and Non-Teaching cadres. Posts include Professor and Associate Professor of Ayurveda, Assistant Professor, Pathologist, Pediatrician, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Anesthesiologist, Ophthalmologist, Radiologist, Pharmacognosist, Ethnobotanist, Herbarium/Museum Curator, Resident Medical Officer, Senior Assistant and Panchakarma Assistant. Pay scales range from Pay Level-4 (Rs. 25,500) up to Pay Level-13 (Rs. 2,15,900) per month under 7th CPC, plus NPA (where applicable) and standard Central Government allowances.
Applications are accepted OFFLINE ONLY via Indian Postal Service. The deadline is 45 days from the date of publication in Employment News. Email and courier applications will not be accepted. We at GovtJobsAlert.in have summarised the entire notification below — vacancy split, eligibility, fee, selection mode, and postal address. If you are looking for Arunachal Pradesh Government Jobs or medical and healthcare government jobs, this NEIAFMR opening is one of the most diverse Ayush-cadre recruitments of 2026.
Key Highlights — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
NEIAFMR is a premier autonomous research institute working in the field of Ayurveda, folk medicine, ethnobotany, and integrative healthcare. Working at NEIAFMR offers exposure to traditional medicine research with full Central Government service benefits.
- Recruiting Body: NEIAFMR, Pasighat (Ministry of Ayush)
- Advertisement No.: 02/2026
- Total Vacancies: 35 across 17 posts (Teaching + Specialist + Non-Teaching)
- Pay Range: Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 2,15,900 per month (7th CPC, Level 4 to Level 13)
- Job Location: Pasighat, East Siang District, Arunachal Pradesh – 791102
- Application Mode: Offline (postal only)
- Last Date: 45 days from Employment News publication
Vacancy Breakdown — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
The 35 vacancies span Teaching, Medical Specialist, Research/Curator and Non-Teaching cadres. Below is the post-wise summary.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Professor (Ayurveda) — Kayachikitsa | 1 | Level-13 |
| Associate Professor (Ayurveda) — by Deputation | 7 | Level-11 |
| Associate Professor (Ayurveda) — Direct Recruitment | 7 | Level-11 |
| Assistant Professor (Ayurveda) | 2 | Level-10 |
| Pathologist / Pediatrician / OBG / Anesthesiologist / Ophthalmologist / Radiologist | 6 (1 each) | Level-11 |
| Pharmacognosist | 1 | Level-11 |
| Ethnobotanist | 1 | Level-11 |
| Herbarium / Museum Curator | 1 | Level-10 |
| Resident Medical Officer | 3 | Level-10 |
| Senior Assistant | 2 | Level-4 |
| Panchakarma Assistant (Male) | 2 | Level-4 |
| Panchakarma Assistant (Female) | 2 | Level-4 |
| Total | 35 | — |
Eligibility Criteria — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
Educational Qualification
Eligibility differs by post. Below is the broad summary:
- Professor / Associate Professor (Ayurveda): PG Degree in Ayurveda in the concerned subject (recognised under IMCC Act 1970 / NCISM Act 2020) with prescribed teaching/research experience
- Assistant Professor (Ayurveda): PG Degree in Ayurveda in concerned subject + prescribed teaching/research experience
- Medical Specialists (Pathologist, Pediatrician, OBG, Anesthesiologist, Ophthalmologist, Radiologist): MBBS + PG Degree in concerned subject + MCI/State Council/NMC registration + 3 years post-PG experience
- Pharmacognosist: PG in Botany / Pharmacology / M.Pharma (Pharmacognosy) + 5 years experience + at least 2 publications. Ph.D. desirable.
- Ethnobotanist: PG in Botany / Ethnobotany / Medicinal Plants OR MD in Dravyaguna + 5 years experience + 2 publications. Ph.D. desirable.
- Herbarium / Museum Curator: PG in Botany / Zoology / Anthropology with taxonomic skills + 3 years curating experience
- Resident Medical Officer: MD/MS (Ayurveda) in Kayachikitsa, Shalya Tantra, Prasuti Tantra & Stri Roga, Kumarabritta, Panchakarma or Shalakya Tantra + CCIM / State Council / NCISM registration
- Senior Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree + Typing 35 wpm English / 30 wpm Hindi + MS-Office proficiency
- Panchakarma Assistant (Male / Female): 10+2 + 1-year Panchakarma certificate course
If you are a postgraduate looking for government jobs, most of these posts require a relevant PG specialisation.
Age Limit
- Professor (Direct Recruitment): 55 years; (Deputation): 56 years
- Associate Professor (Deputation only): 56 years
- Associate Professor (Direct Recruitment): 50 years
- Assistant Professor / Medical Specialists / Resident Medical Officer: 45 years
- Pharmacognosist / Ethnobotanist / Herbarium Curator (DR): 35 years; (Deputation): 56 years
- Senior Assistant: 25 years
- Panchakarma Assistant: 28 years (DR) / 56 years (Deputation)
Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules — only for reserved category candidates against reserved vacancies. Overage is condoned for petitioners under Hon’ble High Court order WP(C)/352/2019 for the posts of Ethnobotanist, Pharmacognosist and Herbarium / Museum Curator.
What is the Salary for NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026?
NEIAFMR pays as per the 7th CPC pay matrix. NPA is admissible to medical posts. All posts also receive DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other Central Government allowances.
- Professor (Level-13): Rs. 1,23,100 – Rs. 2,15,900 per month + NPA
- Associate Professor / Medical Specialists / Pharmacognosist / Ethnobotanist (Level-11): Rs. 67,700 – Rs. 2,08,700 per month + NPA (where applicable)
- Assistant Professor / Resident Medical Officer / Herbarium Curator (Level-10): Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 per month + NPA (where applicable)
- Senior Assistant / Panchakarma Assistant (Level-4): Rs. 25,500 – Rs. 81,100 per month
In-hand Salary Estimate: Approximately Rs. 35,000 – Rs. 2,50,000 per month depending on post and pay level.
The period of deputation, where applicable, is 3 years. For deputation posts, the upper age limit is 56 years on the closing date of application.
What is the Selection Process for NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026?
The selection mode varies by post (Direct Recruitment or Deputation). For most posts, the selection happens through an interview by a Selection Committee.
- Scrutiny / Shortlisting — eligibility verified by NEIAFMR. Shortlisting may be done based on higher qualifications, additional experience or a screening test.
- Written / Screening Test (if applicable) — for posts with large applicant pools or as the Institute deems fit
- Personal Interview — by Selection Committee at Pasighat or a suitable place within Arunachal Pradesh (per High Court direction for Pharmacognosist / Ethnobotanist / Herbarium Curator)
- Document Verification — at the time of interview. Originals required.
- Medical Fitness — at the time of joining
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How to Apply Offline for NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026?
NEIAFMR accepts applications offline only via Indian Postal Service. Email and courier submissions will not be considered.
- Visit the official NEIAFMR website at neiafmr.org.in and download the prescribed proforma (Annexure-I)
- Fill in all personal, educational, experience and category details. Affix one recent passport-size photograph at the top right-hand corner with your signature across it
- Attach self-attested copies of all educational, age, experience, registration, and category certificates
- Prepare a Demand Draft in favour of “Director, NEIAFMR, Pasighat“, payable at Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. Mention name, category and post applied for on the reverse of the DD.
- Superscribe the envelope: “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF __________ Sl. No. ____“
- Send the complete application by Indian Post to: The Director, North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda & Folk Medicine Research, OPP. APST Bus Stand, PO-Pasighat, Distt. East Siang, Arunachal Pradesh – 791102
Deputation candidates must apply through proper channel with NOC (Annexure-II) and ACR / APAR copies of the last 5 years. Candidates already applied earlier under Advt. 4/2023 for Associate Professor (Kriya Sharir) need not re-apply unless they want additional qualifications considered.
Important Dates — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 08 April 2026 |
| Application Mode | Offline (Indian Postal Service only) |
| Last Date | 15.06.2026 |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | Through email + uploaded on website |
| Age / Qualification / Experience cut-off | Closing date of receipt of applications |
Always check neiafmr.org.in for the exact closing date and any corrigendum before posting your application.
Application Fees — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
| Category | Group A Posts | Group C Posts |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | Rs. 1,500 | Rs. 500 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 750 | Rs. 250 |
| Deputation Applicants | Exempted | Exempted |
Payment must be made via Demand Draft drawn in favour of “Director, NEIAFMR, Pasighat”, payable at Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. The fee is non-refundable.
Essential Links — NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit NEIAFMR Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram for Arunachal Pradesh Govt Jobs
NEIAFMR Recruitment 2026 is a rare chance to join an Ayush-sector autonomous institute with a wide post mix from Professor down to Panchakarma Assistant. Don’t miss the postal deadline — download Annexure-I, prepare your Demand Draft, and post your application well before the 45-day window closes. For more medical, Ayush and North-East government job alerts, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in regularly.