CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification Out: Apply Online for 179 Group A, B & C Posts

The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM), under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India, has released the CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification for 179 Group A, Group B, and Group C vacancies. The recruitment offers excellent opportunities for candidates seeking government jobs in research, healthcare, administration, laboratory services, pharmacy, and clerical departments.

Interested candidates can complete the CCRUM Apply Online 2026 application process through the official recruitment portal before the last date of 31 July 2026.

CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

• Online Application Starts: 01 July 2026

• Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2026

• Correction Window Opens: 03 August 2026

• Correction Window Closes: 05 August 2026

CCRUM Vacancy Details

A total of 179 vacancies have been announced.

The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) has announced a notification for 179 vacancies in the CCRUM Recruitment 2026. The vacancies are for Group A, Group B and Group C categories and there are opportunities for Medical, Research, Technical, Administrative, Nursing, Laboratory, Pharmacy and Clerical backgrounds. Of the total vacancies, Group C has the highest number of vacancies i.e. 125 posts, followed by 35 vacancies in Group B and 19 vacancies in Group A. The category-wise vacancy distribution is given below for the candidates to check before applying online.

Post-wise Vacancy Distribution

Group A Posts

Group B Posts

Group C Posts

Download CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

Eligibility Criteria

Before applying online, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria for the respective post as prescribed.

Educational Qualification

The educational qualification is different for each post. Candidates should possess the requisite qualification from a recognised university/institution by the closing date of the application.

Group A Posts 

The Research Officer posts are specialist posts and candidates are required to have post graduate or professional qualifications in the relevant discipline. The candidates should have the prescribed educational qualification for the respective specialisation such as Unani Medicine, Pathology or Physiology and any experience stipulated in the official notification. These posts are good for those candidates who are looking for a career in medical research and scientific studies under the Ministry of AYUSH.

Group B Posts

Group B category includes technical, nursing, research, laboratory and administrative positions. Qualifications vary by position.

Assistant Research Officer: Candidates should have Postgraduate or professional qualification in relevant field like Pharmacology or Pharmacognosy/Botany.

Staff Nurse: The applicant should have the prescribed nursing qualification from a recognised institution and should have fulfilled the registration requirements where applicable.

Accounts Officer: Qualifications in commerce, finance, accounts or related disciplines are required along with the required experience if specified.

Research Assistant: Usually requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the relevant subject, for example, Chemistry or Botany.

Investigator (Statistics): Candidates must have qualifications in Statistics, Mathematics or an allied subject.

Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT): Candidates must have a Diploma or Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology or any equivalent qualification.

Degree and qualification in Library and Information Science Library & Information Assistant

Proof Reader: Applicants must have proficiency in the concerned language along with the educational qualifications prescribed in the notification.

Posts in Group C

Group C comprises clerical, technical, field and support staff positions. Educational qualification varies as per the post.

Hindi Assistant: Graduate degree with Hindi as subject or equivalent qualification as prescribed.

Pharmacist: Diploma or Degree in Pharmacy or such other qualification as may be recognised by the competent authority.

Social Worker: Bachelor or Master degree in Social Work or its equivalent.

Radiographer: Diploma/Degree in Radiography/ Medical Imaging Technology.

Compounder: Qualification in Unani Pharmacy or equivalent discipline as specified in.

Stenographer Grade III: Candidates should have passed the prescribed educational qualification with proficiency in shorthand and typing.

Upper Division Clerk (UDC): Graduation from recognised university with knowledge of computer as prescribed.

Lower Division Clerk (LDC): Candidates should possess the requisite educational qualification with typing proficiency as per the government norms.

Staff Car Driver: Driving experience, knowledge of vehicle maintenance and valid driving licence for the category of vehicles prescribed.

Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS): Candidates must have the minimum educational qualification for recruitment of central government MTS.

Age Limit

The age limit is minimum and maximum varies according to the post applied for. Candidates can refer official notification for age criteria for each post.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be applicable to SC, ST, OBC, EWS, PwBD, Ex-servicemen and other eligible categories as per Government of India rules.

Reservation Policy

Reservation benefits will be provided as per Government of India and Ministry of AYUSH norms.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates under CCRUM Recruitment 2026 will get attractive salary as per 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) along with Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), National Pension System (NPS), medical benefits, leave benefits and other allowances as per the Central Government employees. The pay scale varies as per the post, group & level in pay matrix. 

Selection Process

The CCRUM Recruitment 2026 selection process varies as per post and category. Recruitment process will have one or more stages for candidates applying for Group A, Group B and Group C posts. The final selection will be based on the performance of the candidate in the prescribed stages, followed by document verification and medical fitness.

Computer Based Testing (CBT)

All the posts under CCRUM Recruitment 2026 will have Computer Based Test (CBT) as the first stage of selection. The exam is conducted online to test the candidate’s knowledge of the subject, reasoning, general awareness, quantitative aptitude and English language. Candidates have to obtain the minimum qualifying marks to get shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment process.

Competency Examination

Skill Test will be held only for the posts where practical skills are required like Stenographer Grade III, Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Staff Car Driver and other technical or skill based posts. The skill test is generally qualifying in nature and is conducted to test the typing speed, shorthand proficiency, driving ability or other job specific skills depending on the post.

Interviewing

Candidates applying for Group A posts, especially for the post of Research Officer will be required to appear for Personal Interview after qualifying the Computer Based Test. The interview evaluates the candidate's professional knowledge, communication skills, research aptitude and overall suitability for the post.

Verification of Documents

Candidates qualifying in all the applicable stages of selection process shall be called for Document Verification (DV). Candidates need to submit some original documents at this stage such as educational certificates, age proof, category certificates, experience certificates (if applicable), identity proof and other documents mentioned in the notification. Failure to submit the required documents may lead to the cancellation of the candidature.

Medical Examination 

Medical Examination The last step of the recruitment process. The candidates shortlisted after verification of documents will have to pass a medical fitness test to see that they are fit with the health standards prescribed by CCRUM. Subject to declaration by the competent medical authority of medical fitness of the candidates.

Exam Pattern

The CCRUM Recruitment 2026 exam shall be conducted online in the form of a Computer Based Test (CBT). The exam pattern will be different for each post applied. Selection process for Group A (Research Officer) posts will be of 100 marks consisting of Computer Based Test of 70 marks and Personal Interview of 30 marks. For the posts of Group B and Group C, the candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of 100 marks Computer Based Test followed by Skill Test wherever applicable. Also, for each wrong answer in CBT, 0.25 marks will be deducted, except for Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) post where no negative marking is applicable. CCRUM is expected to inform the detailed subject-wise syllabus, duration of examination and number of questions through detailed recruitment notification or subsequent examination notice.

Syllabus

CCRUM will release the detailed syllabus for various Group A, Group B and Group C posts along with the examination notice.

Application Fee

There is no mention of application fee details in the notification. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for category wise fee details.

Required Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready while filling the application form:

• Educational Certificates

• Experience Certificates (if applicable)

• Caste Certificate (if applicable)

• EWS Certificate

• PwBD Certificate

• Aadhaar Card or other ID Proof

• Passport Size Photograph

• Signature

• Relevant Supporting Documents

Photo & Signature Guidelines

Candidates have to upload their recent passport size photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size as given in the online application portal.

Exam Centres

The list of examination centres will be notified during the application process or through the admit card.

Admit Card

CCRUM Admit Card will be available online before the Examination. Candidates can download it by using their registration credentials.

Result

CCRUM will publish the result online after completion of the recruitment process.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit www.ccrum.res.in or www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in and go to the "Advertisement/Vacancy" tab.

2. Sign up with a valid email ID and mobile number.

3. Complete the online application form.

4. Upload photo and signature.

5. Upload the required documents.

6. Submit the application fee (if applicable).

7. Check the details

8. Fill out the application form.

9. Print and download the confirmation page.

Why Apply for CCRUM Jobs 2026?

• 179 Government vacancies

• AYUSH ministry recruitment

• Posts in Group A, Group B & Group C .

• Great career progression

• Research, nursing, pharmacy, laboratory, and administrative opportunities

• Job security with government benefits

Last Date to Apply

The CCRUM Recruitment 2026 online application form can be filled by candidates till 31 July 2026. Candidates must complete the registration well before the deadline.

FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are available in CCRUM Recruitment 2026?

A.CCRUM Recruitment 2026 has announced a total of 179 vacancies .

Q2. What is the last date to apply online?

A. The last date  to apply is 31 July 2026.

Q3. Which post has the highest number of vacancies?

A. Multi Tasking Staff (MTS) with 43 vacancies is the highest number of vacancies.

Q4. What is the mode of application?

A. Applications are accepted through online mode only.

Q5. Under which ministry does CCRUM function?

A. The Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.