NIHFW Recruitment 2025: Professor (Epidemiology) & Reader (Community Health Administration)
The National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW), New Delhi is inviting applications for the posts of Professor (Epidemiology) [Medical] and Reader (Community Health Administration) on regular basis. Apply within 3 weeks from the date of Employment News advertisement.
Job Overview
Organization
The National Institute of Health and Family Welfare (NIHFW)
Total Posts
2 Posts
Salary Range
Rs. 79,800 – Rs. 2,18,200 + NPA
Qualification
MBBS, Other, MD or MS
Application Start Date
January 10, 2026
Last Date to Apply
January 17, 2026
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Salary |
|---|---|
| Professor (Epidemiology) [Medical] | Academic Pay Level – 14, Rs. 1,44,200/- to Rs. 2,18,200/- + NPA |
| Reader (Community Health Administration) | Academic Pay Level – 12, Rs. 79,800/- – Rs. 2,11,500/- |
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Professor (Epidemiology) [Medical] Qualification: 1. Medical qualification included in the first or the second schedule or part II of the third schedule (other than licentiate qualifications) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. Holders of educational qualifications included in part II of the third schedule should also fulfil the conditions stipulated in section 13(3) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
2. MD (CHA) / MD (PSM) / MD (Community Medicine)/DNB (SPM) recognized by the NMC (erstwhile MCI).
3. Should have completed the Basic course in Medical Education Technology from Institution(s) designated by NMC (Erstwhile MCI).
4. Should have completed the Basic course in biomedical research from Institution(s) designated by NMC (Erstwhile MCI).
Experience: A minimum of eight years’ post PG teaching experience in a permitted/approved/recognized Medical College/Institution as faculty including three years’ experience as Associate Professor in the subject. Desirable: Three years’ administrative experience in a responsible position, experience of working in the field of health and family welfare, experience in conducting epidemiological studies/surveys.
Skills:
Registration: Medical registration as per MCI/NMC norms.
Recognition: As per NMC/erstwhile MCI. - 2Reader (Community Health Administration) Qualification: 1. Medical qualification included in the first or the second schedule or part II of the third schedule (other than licentiate qualification) to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. Holders of educational qualifications included in part II of the third schedule should also fulfil the condition stipulated in section 13(3) of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
2. Post-graduate degree such as MD(CHA)/MD(PSM)/MD (Community Medicine) or equivalent degree of a recognised university/Institute.
Experience: Five years’ experience as Lecturer/Assistant Professor in the subject concerned in a Medical College/recognised Institute. Desirable: One year administrative experience in a responsible position.
Skills:
Registration: Medical registration as per MCI/NMC norms.
Recognition: As per NMC/erstwhile MCI.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| GENERAL | Rs. 500/- |
| OC | Rs. 500/- |
| SC_ST_BC_EWS_PwD_ExServicemen | Nil |
| Mode of payment | Demand Draft/IPO payable at New Delhi (to be sent with application) |
Selection Process
- 1 Shortlisting as per eligibility
- 2 Interview
Document Required
- 1 Duly filled application form
- 2 Self-attested copies of educational certificates
- 3 Self-attested copies of experience certificates
- 4 Proof of age
- 5 Proof of category (if applicable)
- 6 Demand Draft/IPO for application fee
- 7 No Objection Certificate (if applicable)
- 8 Any other as specified in the application form
Age Limit
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| General | Up to 50 years (as on 01/07/2025) |
| Manager Level | -- |
| Relaxation | SC/ST/BC/EWS: Up to 5 years for Govt. servants and employees of Autonomous Institutes under Govt. and as per rules PH: As per GOI rules Others: As per Government of India rules |
How to apply
- 1Download and fill application form as per prescribed format from NIHFW website.
- 2Attach self-attested copies of all required testimonials/documents and application fee (Demand Draft/IPO).
- 3Envelope should be super-scribed with 'Application for the post of ...' in capital letters.
- 4Send the completed application to Dy. Director (Admin), National Institute of Health and Family Welfare, Baba Gang Nath Marg, Munirka, New Delhi – 110067.
- 5Ensure application reaches on or before the last date. Regularly check NIHFW website and mail for updates.
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