CCRUM Over 179 Group A, B, C Posts in Unani Medicine and Allied Fields 2026 Notification Released

CCRUM Opens Doors for 179 Positions Across Three Groups

The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM),​ an autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH,​ Government of India,​ has released its Vacancy Advertisement No. 1/​2026 for a substantial recruitment drive. The organization is looking to fill 179 positions spread across Group A,​ Group B,​ and Group C categories at its New Delhi headquarters and a network of 24 institutes and centres nationwide.

This recruitment announcement first appeared in the Employment News edition of 13–19 June 2026,​ with the full detailed advertisement now live on the Council's official portals https:/​/​www.ccrum.ayush.gov.in/​

Vacancy Breakdown: What's on Offer

Group A is primarily focused on research leadership roles. The 16 (Backlog Vacancies) Research Officer (Unani) positions are backlog vacancies reserved for SC and ST categories. Alongside these,​ the Council is recruiting 2 Research Officers (Pathology) and 1 Research Officer (Physiology). One Group A post carries a Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) reservation under the Blind and Low Vision category.

Group B spans operational and technical support,​ with posts ranging from Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology) and Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacognosy/​Botany) to Staff Nurse (7 posts incl. backlog vacancies),​ Accounts Officer (HQ),​ Research Assistant (Chemistry),​ and Research Assistant (Botany). It also includes Investigator (Statistics) as backlog vacancies,​ Medical Laboratory Technologist (12 vacancies,​ the largest post-count in this group),​ Library and Information Assistant,​ and Proof Reader. Two Group B posts are reserved for PwBD candidates under deaf,​ hearing impaired,​ and locomotor disability categories.

Group C is the largest segment,​ comprising 125 positions. It begins with Hindi Assistant (2 posts) and Pharmacist (6 posts incl. backlog vacancies),​ followed by Social Worker and Radiographer as backlog vacancies,​ and Compounder (3 posts,​ also backlog). The Multi-Tasking Staff alone accounts for 43 vacancies,​ split across sub-categories: Messenger,​ Ward Boy,​ Female Attendant,​ Aya,​ Lab Attendant,​ and Pharmacy Attendant. Stenographers Grade-III (7 posts),​ Upper Division Clerks (31 posts),​ Lower Division Clerks (26 posts),​ and Staff Car Driver (4 posts) round out the group. Six Group C posts are reserved for PwBD candidates,​ with additional horizontal reservation for Ex-Servicemen across UDC,​ Stenographer Grade-III,​ LDC,​ and MTS posts.

Eligibility Requirements: Know Before You Apply

Group A posts demand postgraduate medical qualifications. For Research Officer (Unani),​ candidates must hold MD or MS in Unani Medicine along with relevant research experience. Research Officer (Pathology) requires MD in Pathology,​ while Research Officer (Physiology) needs a Master's degree in Molecular Biology,​ Biotechnology,​ Human Genetics,​ or Genetics Engineering,​ again with proven research background.

Group B qualifications vary by post. Staff Nurses need a B.Sc in Nursing. Research Assistants in Chemistry and Botany require B.Sc with relevant experience. Medical Laboratory Technologists must hold a relevant diploma or degree. Library and Information Assistants need a graduate qualification with library science training. The Accounts Officer position requires a degree-level qualification with accounting knowledge.

Group C posts have more modest educational thresholds. Most require Matriculation or equivalent,​ often paired with a relevant diploma or certificate. Stenographers Grade-III and Lower Division Clerks must demonstrate typing or computer proficiency through recognized certificates. Upper Division Clerks typically need graduation. Multi-Tasking Staff positions require Matriculation or equivalent.

Age Limits and Relaxation Benefits

Age caps differ by group and post. Group A candidates face an upper age limit of 40 years. Group B posts range between 28 and 35 years depending on the specific position. Group C posts generally cap out at 28 years,​ though some positions may have lower thresholds.

Standard Government of India age relaxation norms apply. SC and ST candidates receive 5 years relaxation. OBC-NCL candidates get 3 years. PwBD candidates enjoy 10 to 15 years relaxation depending on their disability category. 

Application Fee Structure Explained

Every applicant,​ without exception,​ must pay a non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 500 for each group they apply to. Candidates from SC,​ ST,​ PwBD,​ EWS,​ Ex-Servicemen categories,​ and all female applicants are then exempted from examination fees. General and OBC-NCL candidates pay the examination fee on top of the processing fee.

All payments are accepted exclusively through online channels: net banking,​ debit card,​ credit card,​ or UPI. No cash,​ cheque,​ or demand draft will be accepted.

Timeline: Mark Your Calendar

The application portal goes live on 1 July 2026 at 10:00 AM. You have exactly 31 days to submit your application before the deadline at 11:59 PM on 31 July 2026. Missing this window means you cannot apply.

After the initial application closes,​ a three-day modification window opens on 3 August 2026. During this period,​ you can correct errors in your submitted details—but not your category or sub-category choice. Each modification attempt incurs a non-refundable fee of Rs. 300.

How to Register: Three-Step Process

Registration unfolds in three stages-

1. First,​ create your account on the CCRUM portal with a valid email ID and mobile number.
2. Second,​ fill in your detailed profile including personal information,​ educational qualifications,​ and upload your photograph and signature along with category-related documents.
3. Third,​ select specific posts you wish to apply for,​ upload post-related documents,​ and complete fee payment.
4. Once your application is processed,​ your admit card will be available exclusively on the registration portal. The Council will not send admit cards by post or courier.

Selection Process: CBT,​ Interview,​ and Skill Tests

Group A selection involves two stages. First comes an online Computer Based Test (CBT) carrying 70 marks. Candidates who clear this move to the interview stage,​ which carries 30 marks. Interview shortlisting follows a defined ratio based on CBT rank: 1:5 for a single vacancy,​ 1:4 for two vacancies,​ and 1:3 for three or more vacancies.

Group B and Group C selection relies on a 100-mark online CBT as the primary assessment. Depending on the post,​ a qualifying skill test may follow. Stenographers Grade-III and Lower Division Clerks face typing or stenography tests. The Hindi Assistant post includes a translation test. Staff Car Drivers undergo a driving test. These skill tests are qualifying in nature,​ meaning candidates must pass them to progress,​ though marks may not be added to the final score.

All CBT questions are bilingual—available in both English and Hindi. Negative marking applies at 0.25 marks for every incorrect answer,​ except for Multi-Tasking Staff posts,​ which have no negative marking.

The online test duration is 100 minutes for all candidates. PwBD candidates receive an additional compensatory 30 minutes,​ making their total duration 130 minutes.

Pay Scale 

Qualifying Cut-offs and Test Centres

To pass the CBT,​ SC,​ ST,​ and PwBD candidates must secure a minimum of 25 percent marks. All other categories—Unreserved,​ OBC,​ EWS,​ and Ex-Servicemen—must achieve at least 30 percent marks.

The Council has identified six test centre cities: New Delhi,​ Kolkata,​ Chennai,​ Mumbai,​ Hyderabad,​ and Guwahati. However,​ the organization reserves the right to add or modify cities based on administrative feasibility. Candidates will be allotted a centre during the admit card stage.

What Happens After Selection?

All selections remain provisional pending verification of eligibility,​ character,​ antecedents,​ and biometric data. The Council will conduct thorough background checks and cross-verify all submitted documents. Only after clearance of these checks will selections be finalized.

The vacancy numbers announced (179 total) are also provisional. The competent authority reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies at any point in the recruitment process based on organizational needs.

Important Points Candidates Must Know

Read the complete detailed advertisement on the Council's official website before applying. Incomplete applications or those missing required documents will not be entertained. The Council will not correspond with candidates regarding ineligibility,​ incomplete submissions,​ or non-selection at any stage.

In case of any dispute regarding interpretation of the advertisement,​ the English version shall prevail over any other language version. All selections are subject to character verification and medical fitness.

Ex-servicemen reservation applies specifically to UDC,​ Stenographer Grade-III,​ LDC,​ and Multi-Tasking Staff posts within Group C. Verify whether your post category qualifies for this benefit.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for CCRUM Group A,​ B & C Recruitment 2026?
The last date to apply for CCRUM Recruitment 2026 will be mentioned in the official notification. Candidates should complete the application process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

2. How many vacancies are announced in CCRUM Recruitment 2026?
CCRUM has announced 179+ vacancies for various Group A,​ Group B,​ and Group C posts in Unani Medicine and allied fields.

3. What is the eligibility criteria for CCRUM Group A,​ B & C Recruitment 2026?
The eligibility criteria vary by post and include educational qualifications,​ age limit,​ and experience requirements. Candidates should check the official notification for post-wise eligibility details.

4. What is the age limit for CCRUM Recruitment 2026?
The age limit depends on the post applied for. Reserved category candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India rules.

5. What is the selection process for CCRUM Group A,​ B & C posts?
The selection process may include a written examination,​ skill test,​ interview (for applicable posts),​ and document verification.

6. How can I apply online for CCRUM Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online by visiting the official recruitment portal,​ completing the registration process,​ filling out the application form,​ uploading the required documents,​ and paying the application fee (if applicable).

7. What is the salary for CCRUM Group A,​ B & C posts?
The salary varies according to the post and pay level under the Central Government pay matrix. Additional allowances are provided as per government norms.

8. Where can I download the official CCRUM Recruitment 2026 notification PDF?
Candidates can download the official CCRUM Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF from the official CCRUM website once it is available.

Final Reminders Before You Apply

Visit The Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine to download the complete detailed advertisement. It contains full eligibility criteria,​ age limits,​ qualification details,​ and post-specific requirements. Relying on partial information or third-party summaries can lead to rejection of your application.

Prepare required documents in advance: educational certificates,​ proof of age,​ category certificates (if applicable),​ PwBD certificate (if applicable),​ and a recent passport-sized photograph. Uploading these during the application window can be time-consuming;​ having them ready saves stress.

All information in this article is based on the official notification. For any clarifications or updates,​ always refer to the official CCRUM website. The Council reserves the right to modify any aspect of this recruitment as per administrative requirements.