NIBMG Recruitment 2026 is a newly released biomedical research opportunity from the BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics, Kalyani. Advertisement NIBMG/ACAD/PROJECT RECT./2026-27/219, dated 24 September 2026, invites applications for 4 project-linked positions under the DBT-funded international project “Advancing Pandemic Preparedness: Innovative Multidisciplinary Strategies for COMBATing Severe Dengue (COMBAT)”.
Total vacancies: 4
Highest remuneration: ₹78,000 + HRA/month
Project: COMBAT Severe Dengue
Place of work: BRIC-NIBMG, Kalyani
Last date: 8 October 2026, midnight
NIBMG Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Institute | BRIC-National Institute of Biomedical Genomics (NIBMG) |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology, Government of India |
| Advertisement | NIBMG/ACAD/PROJECT RECT./2026-27/219 |
| Date | 24 September 2026 |
| Project | COMBAT Severe Dengue |
| Total Vacancies | 4 |
| Initial Appointment | 1 year, extendable subject to performance and funds |
| Last Date | 8 October 2026, midnight |
Vacancy and Salary Details
| Post | Posts | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|
| Project Scientist-III | 1 | ₹78,000 + HRA |
| Project Scientist-II | 1 | ₹67,000 + HRA |
| Project Associate-I (Bioinformatics Analyst) | 1 | ₹31,000 + HRA* |
| Project Associate-I | 1 | ₹31,000 + HRA* |
| Total | 4 | — |
*The official advertisement states ₹25,000 + HRA may apply to candidates who do not fall under the specified national-examination eligibility route.
Project Scientist-III Eligibility
Candidates need a Ph.D. in Life Science or a master’s degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent from a recognised university, with seven years of experience. The age limit is 45 years. Expertise in single-cell and bulk transcriptomics, epigenomics, virology and cell biology is desirable.
Project Scientist-II Eligibility
A Ph.D. in Life Science or master’s degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent with three years of experience is required. The age limit is 40 years. Experience in human disease biology, biomedical research and multi-omics data analysis is desirable.
Project Associate-I – Bioinformatics Analyst
Candidates should have an MSc in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics or equivalent, or an eligible B.E./B.Tech. route, together with the national-level selection conditions stated in the advertisement. The age limit is 35 years. NIBMG seeks demonstrated experience in R/Linux/Python programming and RNA-Seq data analysis.
Project Associate-I – Experimental Research
The second Project Associate-I position accepts an MSc in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, Physiology or equivalent, or the eligible engineering/technology route specified in the notification. The age limit is 35 years. Experience in next-generation sequencing, BSL-3 laboratory work or in-vitro cell-line work is desirable.
About the COMBAT Dengue Project
The official advertisement describes COMBAT as an EU-DBT collaborative Horizon Europe project involving Karolinska Institute in Sweden, other European institutes, BRIC-NIBMG, RCB and three Indian clinical partner hospitals. The work includes bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, epigenomics, functional validation and antiviral discovery.
How to Apply
Applicants should complete the prescribed CV/application format attached to the official advertisement and email it to combatdengue2026@gmail.com. The email subject should state “Application for the post of [post name]” in the COMBAT project. Applications must be submitted by 8 October 2026 midnight.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will receive a Microsoft Teams interview link. Selected candidates must produce their original documents for verification. NIBMG states that candidature can be cancelled if the documents do not support the information provided in the application.
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 24 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date | 8 October 2026, midnight |
Official NIBMG Links
Official Advertisement PDF & Application Format
Why We Selected This Recruitment
This notification was issued on 24 September 2026, making it one of the newest official project recruitments available. It is also highly specialised, covering genomics, bioinformatics, transcriptomics, virology and severe-dengue research, which may make it less saturated than large national recruitment notifications.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many NIBMG vacancies are available?
There are 4 project-linked positions.
What is the highest salary?
Project Scientist-III carries ₹78,000 per month plus HRA.
What is the last date?
Applications must be emailed by 8 October 2026 midnight.
Where is the place of work?
The place of work is BRIC-NIBMG, Kalyani, West Bengal.
How will interviews be conducted?
Microsoft Teams interview links will be sent to shortlisted candidates.
Read Advertisement NIBMG/ACAD/PROJECT RECT./2026-27/219 and use the attached prescribed format before applying.
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