NII Recruitment 2026 has been announced by BRIC–National Institute of Immunology (NII), an autonomous research institute under the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India. The institute has invited online applications for the post of Public Relations Officer (PRO) under the Administrative Cadre on a short-term contract basis or deputation.
As per the NII Recruitment 2026, only online applications will be accepted, and applications submitted through any other mode will be rejected automatically. The recruitment process aims to fill one vacancy at the institute located on Aruna Asaf Ali Marg, New Delhi.
Under the NII Recruitment 2026, the selected candidate will be appointed in Level-11 of the Pay Matrix as per the 7th CPC. The notification specifies that the upper age limit for both deputation and short-term contract modes is not exceeding 56 years as of the closing date of receipt of applications.
The NII Recruitment 2026 further details that candidates applying for deputation must be holding analogous posts or have relevant experience in lower posts as specified. Candidates applying under contract must meet the required qualifications, including a master’s degree in any discipline, preferably in science, along with relevant professional skills.
This NII Recruitment 2026 outlines the responsibilities of the selected candidate, which include drafting reports, coordination with scientists, communication of scientific research, liaison with industries, and handling public relations activities. The recruitment process will be conducted through an interview of shortlisted candidates.
NII Recruitment 2026 Overview
Particulars
Details
Organization
BRIC–National Institute of Immunology
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NII/01/2026
Post Name
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
Total Vacancy
01
Mode of Recruitment
Short-Term Contract Basis or Deputation
Job Location
New Delhi
NII Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Opening Date of Online Application
14.03.2026
Closing Date of Online Application
14.04.2026
Last Date for Hard Copy (Deputation)
29.04.2026
NII Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Post Name
No. of Vacancy
Pay Level
Category
Public Relations Officer (PRO)
01
Level 11
UR (Applicable for Short-Term Contract)
NII Recruitment 2026 Eligibility
Criteria
Details
Educational Qualification
Master’s degree in any discipline preferably in Science
Additional Requirements
Strong command of English language and demonstrated ability for science writing and reporting
Preferred Qualification
Science background and professional certificate courses
Nationality
Citizen of India
NII Recruitment 2026 Age Limit: Please check age using the AGE CALCULATOR
Proof of age, academic and professional qualifications, experience certificate, disability/community certificate (if applicable), APAR/ACR of last five years, Vigilance Clearance, Integrity Certificate, Employer Certificate
Important Instructions
Only online applications will be accepted.
Applications received through any other mode will be rejected.
Candidates in government service must apply through the proper channel or produce an NOC at the interview.
The contract tenure is 03 years, subject to annual performance review.
The period of deputation shall ordinarily be three years, extendable up to five years.
Interview details will be published on the institute website.
The interview will be conducted in Delhi only.
Candidates must carry valid government-issued photo ID for the interview.
Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification.
Applications received after the last date or incomplete will be rejected.