Pasteur Institute of India Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for Research Officer & Veterinary Surgeon Posts
The Pasteur Institute of India (PII), Coonoor has released an official recruitment notification for Research Officer and Veterinary Assistant Surgeon posts for the year 2026. The institute works under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India.
A total of 6 vacancies are available. The recruitment will be done through a competitive examination (REGA-2.0) conducted by AIIMS New Delhi. Interested candidates who are looking for a central government job in Tamil Nadu should apply online before the last date.
Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization Name | Pasteur Institute of India, Coonoor |
| Exam Conducting Body | AIIMS New Delhi (REGA-2.0) |
| Post Name | Research Officer, Veterinary Assistant Surgeon |
| Total Vacancies | 6 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Official Website | pasteurinstituteindia.in |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Total Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Research Officer | Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) | 6 |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | Level-10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500) + NPA | 2 |
Note: Category-wise vacancy details are as per the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Research Officer | M.Sc in Microbiology / Biology / Biochemistry or related subject from a recognized university |
| Veterinary Assistant Surgeon | B.V.Sc & AH degree from a recognized university and registration with Veterinary Council of India |
Age Limit
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Age | 35 Years |
| Age Calculation Date | 20 February 2026 |
| Age Relaxation | As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/PwD |
Selection Process
The selection for Pasteur Institute of India Recruitment 2026 will be done in three stages:
Computer Based Test (CBT) / Written Exam
Skill Test / Interview
Document Verification
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 20 | 20 |
| Reasoning & Intelligence | 20 | 20 |
| Technical / Professional Knowledge | 60 | 60 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 90 Minutes |
|---|---|
| Negative Marking | 1/3 mark for each wrong answer |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹1000/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹500/- |
| PwD Candidates | No Fee |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
How to Apply Online
Follow these simple steps to apply:
Visit www.aiimsexams.ac.in
Click on REGA-2.0 Recruitment Examination
Select Pasteur Institute of India, Coonoor
Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
Fill the online application form carefully
Upload photo, signature, and required documents
Pay the application fee online
Submit the form and download the application for future use
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Online Application Start | Already Started |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 February 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Important Links
Apply Online: AIIMS Exam Portal
Official Notification: Available on AIIMS Portal
Official Website: pasteurinstituteindia.in