National Centre for Disease Control, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India (NCDC) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Public Health Specialist and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 20 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the offline process.
Offline applications for the vacancies of Public Health Specialist and other Posts are open. The last date to apply is 09 November 2026. Candidates are advised to submit their application well before the deadline.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Public Health Specialist and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
NCDC – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | 2 | Rs.150000-150000/- | Delhi |
| Technical Officer (Food Safety) | 1 | Rs.60000-60000/- | Delhi |
| Consultant (Veterinary One Health) | 1 | Rs.100000-100000/- | Delhi |
| Analytical Chemist | 1 | Rs.100000-100000/- | Delhi |
| Communication Specialist | 1 | Rs.90000-90000/- | Delhi |
| Training Manager | 1 | Rs.90000-90000/- | Delhi |
| MicroBiologist | 1 | Rs.150000-150000/- | Delhi |
| Public Health Expert | 1 | Rs.150000-150000/- | Delhi |
| BioSecurity Specialist | 1 | Rs.100000-100000/- | Delhi |
| Biological Safety Expert | 1 | Rs.100000-100000/- | Delhi |
| Data Analyst | 1 | Rs.75000-75000/- | Delhi |
| Public Health Specialist | 8 | No Details | Delhi |
| Total Vacancies: | 20 |
NCDC Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for NCDC Public Health Specialist and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by National Centre for Disease Control, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | Medico: MBBS with MD (PSM, Community Medicine), MD (CHA), MD (Tropical Medicine) OR DNB (Social and Preventive Medicine, Community Medicine); OR MBBS with EIS Training Course Certificate. Non-Medico: B.Sc. in Life Sciences, BDS, BPT, BAMS, BHMS with MPH (Epidemiology), DPH (Epidemiology), MAE with 2 years experience; OR PhD in Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology. | 3 years |
| Technical Officer (Food Safety) | Bachelor’s degree in food science, food technology, nutrition, microbiology, public health or related field OR Certified Professional in Food Safety (CP-FS). Familiarity with HACCP, ISO 22000 desirable. | No Details |
| Consultant (Veterinary One Health) | Postgraduate Veterinary degree in Veterinary Public Health, Veterinary Epidemiology, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Microbiology, Veterinary Preventive Medicine or Veterinary Pathology. Registration in Veterinary Council of India or State. | 3 years |
| Analytical Chemist | M.Sc. in Chemistry (organic, analytical, inorganic) or equivalent OR Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry or Toxicology, preferably with focus on Analytical Chemistry. | 3 years |
| Communication Specialist | Graduate degree in Mass Communication, Digital Media or PR with 5 years post-qualification experience OR Post Graduate diploma in Mass Communication, Digital Media or PR with 3 years post-qualification experience. | 5 years |
| Training Manager | Graduate with MBA in HR or PG diploma in HR. | 5 years |
| MicroBiologist | M.Sc. in Medical Microbiology, Microbiology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences OR PhD in Medical Microbiology, Microbiology, Biotechnology or Biomedical Sciences. | 7 years |
| Public Health Expert | MBBS with MD (PSM, Community Medicine), MD (CHA), MD (Tropical Medicine) OR DNB; OR MBBS with EIS Training Course Certificate. Non-Medico: B.Sc. in Life Sciences, BDS, BPT, BAMS, BHMS with MPH, DPH (Epidemiology), MAE with 2 years experience; OR PhD in Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology. | 3 years |
| BioSecurity Specialist | Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, environmental science, public health or related field OR Master’s or Ph.D. in biosecurity, biosafety, epidemiology or related discipline. | 5 years |
| Biological Safety Expert | Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry or related field. Level 2: Master’s or Ph.D. in biosafety, public health or related field. | 3 years |
| Data Analyst | BCA, MCA from recognized institutions. | 5 years |
| Public Health Specialist | MBBS with MD (Community Medicine, Preventive & Social Medicine, Community Health Administration) OR MBBS with DNB (Community Medicine, Community Health Administration, Field Epidemiology). | 3 years |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by National Centre for Disease Control, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India for Public Health Specialist and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Public Health Specialist (Capacity Building) | Max 45 years |
| Technical Officer (Food Safety) | Max 45 years |
| Consultant (Veterinary One Health) | Max 45 years |
| Analytical Chemist | Max 45 years |
| Communication Specialist | Max 45 years |
| Training Manager | Max 45 years |
| MicroBiologist | Max 45 years |
| Public Health Expert | Max 45 years |
| BioSecurity Specialist | Max 45 years |
| Biological Safety Expert | Max 45 years |
| Data Analyst | Max 40 years |
| Public Health Specialist | Max 40 years |
The application fee details for this recruitment will be updated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to check the official website for the latest fee structure before applying.
The selection of candidates for Public Health Specialist and other Posts will be carried out through Shortlisting and interview. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of National Centre for Disease Control, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for NCDC Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Offline Application |
The application for this recruitment of National Centre for Disease Control, Directorate General of Health Services, Government of India is offline. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment offline by sending the form to Application is Offline. Last date: 2026-11-09. (get form from https://ncdc.mohfw.gov.in/uploads/vacancies/1792757364_4tmp_CLIMATE_compressed.pdf) before 09 November 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification / PDF | Download Notification |
| Application Form | Download Form |
| Official Website | ncdc.mohfw.gov.in |