About Job
The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), operating under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, has announced an exciting recruitment drive via Advertisement No. 02/2025. CCRUM is seeking applications from suitably qualified and eligible officers for filling up three senior-level vacancies on a deputation basis. This is a prime opportunity for established government professionals to advance their careers within a respected national research body focused on Unani medicine.
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Job Summary
Organization: Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), Ministry of Ayush
Job Title: Assistant Director (Administration), Accounts Officer, Research Officer (Botany/Pharmacognosy)
Total Vacancies: 3 Posts
Application Deadline: 02 March 2026
Details of Position
The recruitment is for 3 senior posts available on a deputation basis. Pay scales are determined based on the 7th CPC recommendations.
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Pay Scale (7th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Director (Administration) | 01 (UR) | Level - 11 (Rs. 67,700 - 2,08,700) |
| Accounts Officer | 01 (UR) | Level - 7 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400) |
| Research Officer (Botany/Pharmacognosy) | 01 (ST) | Level - 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500) |
Eligibility Details
Eligibility for Assistant Director (Administration)
- Essential: Officers under the Central Government or autonomous bodies holding analogous posts on regular basis; OR with 5 to 9 years of regular service in specific pay levels (Levels 7 to 10).
- Experience: Must have experience in personnel management and administrative procedures.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as of the last date of application.
Eligibility for Accounts Officer
- Essential: Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis; OR with 5 years of regular service in Pay Level 6.
- Experience: Must have passed the Subordinate Accounts Service (SAS) examination or completed the training in cash and accounts at the Institute of Secretariat Training and Management (ISTM) with 3 years of experience.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as of the last date of application.
Eligibility for Research Officer (Botany/Pharmacognosy)
- Essential: Officers holding analogous posts on regular basis; OR officers with 3 years of regular service in Pay Level 8; OR officers with 5 years of regular service in Pay Level 7; OR officers with 10 years of regular service in Pay Level 6.
- Qualification: Must possess a Post Graduate degree in the concerned discipline (Botany/Pharmacognosy).
- Experience: Must have 3 years of research/teaching experience in the concerned discipline.
- Age Limit: Not exceeding 56 years as of the last date of application.
Application Details
Application Method: Applications must be submitted offline through the proper channel.
Application Deadline: 02 March 2026
Required Documents: Candidates are required to submit applications through their respective administrative channels, likely including attested copies of service records, qualification certificates, and requisite forms as detailed in the official advertisement.
Important Conditions
- This recruitment is specifically for deputation to senior-level posts.
- Applicants must currently be serving as officers in Central Government or associated autonomous bodies.
- Age criteria (Max 56 years) are strictly enforced as of the closing date.
- Applications must reach CCRUM only through the proper official channel.
Mode of Selection
Selection is expected to be based on the comparison of credentials, experience, and seniority among eligible deputation candidates, as per government rules.
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