The Central Council for Research in Siddha (CCRS) has released a new recruitment notification No: 01/2026 to fill 14 vacancies in different posts like Research Officer, Research Assistant, Medical Laboratory Technologist, and Laboratory Attendant. This is a Central Government job opportunity. Interested and eligible candidates can apply through offline mode. The last date to send the filled application is 31st March 2026. CCRS is working under the Ministry of Ayush. It is inviting applications from qualified candidates for regular posts. Candidates must download the application form from the official website and send it by Speed Post before the last date. Before applying, applicants should carefully read the official notification and check their eligibility.
| CCRS Current Notification 2026 - Notification | |
| Job Location: Chennai , Tamil Nadu | |
| Organization Name | Central Council for Research in Siddha |
| Post Name | Research Officer (Siddha), Research Assistant (Chemistry), Laboratory Attendant Posts |
| No. of Vacancies | 14 |
| Qualification | 12th, Degree |
| Official Website | https://siddhacouncil.com/ |
| Mode | Offline |
Post Details
- Research Officer (Siddha) – 02 Posts
- Research Assistant (Chemistry) – 02 Posts
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) – 09 Posts
- Laboratory Attendant – 01 Post
- Total – 14 Posts
Qualification
- Research Officer (Siddha): Postgraduate Degree in Siddha System of Medicine from a recognized institution approved by NCISM. Must be enrolled in Central/State Register of Indian Medicine/Siddha.
- Research Assistant (Chemistry): Degree in the concerned subject with two years research/teaching experience OR Postgraduate Degree in the concerned discipline.
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT): Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science with 2 years relevant experience.
- Laboratory Attendant: 12th pass with Science subjects. Must have Computer Application Certificate and laboratory experience.
Salary Details
- Research Officer (Siddha) – Level 10
- Research Assistant (Chemistry) – Level 06
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) – Level 06
- Laboratory Attendant – Level 02
- Salary will be paid as per Central Government Pay Matrix.
Age Limit
- Research Officer (Siddha) – Maximum 40 years
- Research Assistant (Chemistry) – Maximum 30 years
- Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) – Maximum 35 years
- Laboratory Attendant – Maximum 25 years
- Age relaxation:
- SC/ST – 5 years
- OBC – 3 years
- PwBD (Gen/EWS) – 10 years
- PwBD (SC/ST) – 15 years
- PwBD (OBC) – 13 years
- Ex-Servicemen – As per Government rules
Application Fee
- SC/ST/Ex-Servicemen/PWD Candidates – No Fee
- Other Candidates – Rs.300/-
- Payment Mode – As mentioned in notification
Selection Process
- Short Listing of Applications
- Written Test
- Personal Interview
- Final selection will be based on performance in these stages
How to Apply
- Visit the official website https://siddhacouncil.com/
- Download the application form from the website
- Fill the application form carefully and sign it
- Attach self-attested copies of required documents
- Write on the envelope: “Application for the post of ________”
- Send the application by Speed Post only to: The Director General, Central Council for Research in Siddha, Ministry of Ayush, GST Road, Tambaram Sanatorium, Chennai – 600047
Documents to be enclosed:
- Demand Draft (if applicable)
- Recent passport size photo
- Age proof (10th/SSLC Certificate)
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Experience Certificates (if any)
- PWD Certificate (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Starting Date to Apply – 31st January 2026
- Last Date to Submit Application – 31st March 2026
Important Links
| Notification Link | Click Here |
| Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | Click Here |