⚕️ CCRH Recruitment 2025: Detailed Overview
The Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) is hiring for a total of 90 vacancies across Group "A," "B," and "C" posts.
Application Start Date: 5th November 2025
Last Date to Apply & Fee Payment: 26th November 2025 (upto 18:00 hrs)
The vacancies are distributed across two advertisements (179/2025-26 and 180/2025-26).
| Post Name | Group | Pay Level | Total Vacancies |
| Research Officer (Homoeopathy, Endocrinology, Pathology) | A | 10 | 14 |
| Staff Nurse | B | 7 | 9 |
| Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) | B | 6 | 28 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | C | 2 | 27 |
| Junior Stenographer | C | 4 | 3 |
| Other Posts (JMLT, Pharmacist, X-Ray Tech, Driver, Jr. Librarian, Asst. RO) | B/C | 2 to 7 | 9 |
Salaries are as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix, with the Basic Pay varying by Level.
Group 'A' (Research Officer): Pay Level 10 ($\text{₹}56,100 - \text{₹}1,77,500$)
Group 'B' (Staff Nurse / Assistant Research Officer): Pay Level 7 ($\text{₹}44,900 - \text{₹}1,42,400$)
Group 'C' (LDC / Driver): Pay Level 2 ($\text{₹}19,900 - \text{₹}63,200$)
Allowances: Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), and National Pension System (NPS) are provided over and above the Basic Pay.
| Criteria | Details |
| Qualification | MD in Homoeopathy from a recognized university. |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 40 years (Relaxable for Govt. Servants). |
| Selection Process | 1. Computer Based Test (CBT): 150 marks (120 minutes, 150 MCQs). Syllabus includes subjects of BHMS/MD (90 marks) and Research Methodology, Biostatistics, etc. (60 marks). 2. Interview: 30 marks. |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the CBT. |
| Criteria | Details |
| Qualification | 12th Class pass or equivalent. |
| Age Limit | Between 18 and 27 years (Relaxable for Govt. Servants up to 40 years). |
| Selection Process | 1. Computer Based Test (CBT): 100 marks (90 minutes, 100 MCQs). 2. Skill Test (Qualifying): Typing speed of 35 wpm in English OR 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer (10 minutes). |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer in the CBT. |
| Criteria | Details |
| Qualification | B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM). Must be registered with State/Indian Nursing Council. |
| Experience | B.Sc. Nursing: 6 months experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital. GNM: 2 years experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital. |
| Age Limit | Not exceeding 30 years. |
| Selection Process | Based only on the Online Computer-Based Test (CBT) of 100 marks (90 minutes, 100 MCQs). |
Visit the official CCRH application portal.
Select the relevant Advertisement No. (179/2025-26 or 180/2025-26).
Step 1: Fill Basic Details and upload Photo/Signature to generate an Application ID.
Step 2: Log in, fill in Post-Specific Details, educational qualifications, and experience.
Step 3: Make the online payment of the Application Fee.
Download and print the final application form.
| Category | Group ‘A’ Posts | Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ Posts |
| UR / OBC / EWS | $\text{₹}1000/-$ | $\text{₹}500/-$ |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | Nil | Nil |
Age relaxation is applicable as per Govt. of India rules for reserved categories, including 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC (NCL), and extended relaxation for PwD categories. The crucial date for age and qualification is 26th November 2025.
The official document
The CCRH Recruitment 2025 syllabus for the Computer-Based Test (CBT) varies significantly based on the post's Group classification (A, B, or C). The scheme generally divides the paper into two main sections: Core Subject Knowledge and General Aptitude/Research.
The information below is based on the official scheme for CCRH Group A, B, and C posts.
Posts like Research Officer (Homoeopathy), Research Officer (Endocrinology), and Research Officer (Pathology) follow a two-part exam with a total of 150 Marks in the CBT (followed by a 30-mark Interview). The duration is typically 120 minutes.
| Part | Section | Weightage (Marks) | Indicative Topics |
| Part 1 | Core Subject Knowledge | 90 Marks | Research Officer (Homoeopathy): All subjects of the BHMS/MD curriculum as per CCH syllabus, with questions often being scenario-based to assess reasoning. |
| Part 2 | Research & General | 60 Marks | Research Methodology, Biostatistics, Bioethics, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Clinical Research, Information Technology (IT) & Computing. |
Research Officer (Pathology): Core subject is Clinical Pathology (as per MCI syllabus), along with Health Research Fundamentals, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Bioethics, and Biostatistics in Part 2.
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
These posts are typically based only on the CBT score of 100 Marks. The exam duration is typically 90 minutes.
| Part | Section | Weightage (Marks) | Indicative Topics |
| Part 1 | Core Subject Knowledge | 60 to 70 Marks | Staff Nurse: All subjects of the B.Sc. Nursing/Diploma in GNM curriculum (as per INC syllabus). Questions are generally applied/scenario-based. Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT): All subjects of the Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. X-Ray Technician: Radiography & X-Ray Techniques, Modern Imaging, Medical Ethics (approx. 60 Marks). |
| Part 2 | General Aptitude/Research | 30 to 40 Marks | General Awareness, Aptitude, Test of Reasoning, and Working knowledge of Information Technology and Computing. For Research/Technical posts, sometimes includes Research Methodology. |
Pharmacist: Core subjects include Fundamentals of Homoeopathy & Pharmacy (40 Marks) and Applied Homoeopathy Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences (50 Marks). General section is 10 Marks.
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
The CBT is for 100 Marks and is based on a common subject pattern, followed by a qualifying Skill Test.
| Section | Weightage (Marks) | Indicative Topics |
| General English | 25 Marks | Vocabulary, Grammar, Sentence Structure, Synonyms, Antonyms, Comprehension, Writing ability. |
| General Intelligence | 25 Marks | Analogies, Similarities/Differences, Space Visualization, Problem Solving, Analysis, Relationship Concepts, Arithmetical Number Series. |
| Numerical Aptitude | 25 Marks | Number Systems, Whole Numbers, Decimals, Fractions, Percentages, Ratio, Average, Interest, Profit & Loss, Time & Work. |
| General Awareness | 25 Marks | Economic Scene, General Polity, Indian Constitution, Scientific Research, Current Affairs. |
Skill Test (Qualifying): Typing speed of 35 wpm in English OR 30 wpm in Hindi on a computer (10 minutes).
The CBT pattern is expected to be similar to the LDC pattern, followed by a qualifying Skill Test.
Skill Test (Qualifying): Dictation for 10 minutes at 80 wpm. Transcription time is 50 minutes (English) or 65 minutes (Hindi) on a computer.
The official CCRH notification PDF contains the most accurate and detailed breakdown, which you should download from the official website for final confirmation.
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