ICMR Engagement Guidelines 2026
Summary of Amended Guidelines for Consultants & Young Professionals
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has issued amended guidelines for the engagement of external professionals to provide time-bound, high-quality services across its Headquarters and Institutes. These engagements are strictly contractual and do not constitute regular employment.
1. Engagement of Consultants
Consultants are engaged in Scientific (Medical/Non-Medical) and Administrative/Finance/Legal streams.
| Category | Exp. Required | Age Limit | Monthly Remuneration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Consultant | 6+ Years | 40-50 Years | ₹60,000 - ₹90,000 |
| Consultant | 8+ Years | 40-60 Years | ₹80,000 - ₹1,20,000 |
| Senior Consultant | 12+ Years | 40-70 Years | ₹1,00,000 - ₹1,50,000* |
*In exceptional cases, Senior Consultant remuneration can go up to ₹1,80,000 with DG approval.
Key Terms for Consultants:
- Tenure: Initial term is up to 1 year, extendable up to a maximum of 5 years or until age 70.
- Leave: 1.5 days of paid leave for every completed month of service.
- Notice Period: Termination requires one month's notice from either side.
2. Engagement of Young Professionals (YP)
Young Professionals provide support in Scientific, Technical, IT, Legal, and Finance streams.
| Category | Max Age | Experience | Fixed Monthly Stipend |
|---|---|---|---|
| YP-I | 30 Years | 1 Year | ₹35,000 |
| YP-II | 35 Years | 3 Years | ₹42,000 |
| YP-III | 40 Years | 5 Years | ₹50,000 |
Key Terms for Young Professionals:
- Tenure: Maximum duration is 3 years (1+1+1 structure).
- Leave: 8 days of leave per calendar year plus 2 restricted holidays.
- Annual Increase: Eligible for up to 5% increase in remuneration based on performance.
3. General Provisions
Attendance: Working hours are the same as regular ICMR employees. Unauthorized absence for 8 consecutive days leads to automatic termination.
TA/DA: Admissible for domestic tours as per the specified entitlement for each category.
Confidentiality: All engaged professionals must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement and comply with the Official Secrets Act.
Educational Purpose Only: The information provided in this article is for general informational and educational purposes only.
Accuracy & Mistakes: While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, human errors or omissions may occur.
No Liability: Under no circumstances shall the author or this website be held liable for any loss arising from the use of this information.
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