Introduction
The Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER) under All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has announced the AIIMS CDER National Oral Disease Burden Survey recruitment 2026. A total of 57 temporary/contractual field‑based posts are open across nine categories for a nationwide house‑to‑house survey.
Highlights
| Organisation |
Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), AIIMS, New Delhi |
| Post Name |
Various Field Survey Posts (Medical, Non‑Medical, Technical & Support) |
| Total Vacancies |
57 |
| Application Mode |
Online (Google Form) + compulsory hard copy by post |
| Start Date |
25 July 2026 (Notice Date) |
| Last Date |
10 July 2026, 5:00 PM (online) & 15 July 2026, 5:00 PM (postal) |
Post & Organization Details
| Recruiting Body |
Centre for Dental Education and Research (CDER), AIIMS, New Delhi |
| Project |
National Oral Disease Burden Survey (NODBS), National Oral Health Program (NOHP), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) |
| Nature of Post |
Temporary / Contractual, field‑based (out‑station fieldwork/house‑to‑house survey) |
| Initial Contract Period |
Up to 31 March 2027 (extendable subject to project requirement and funding) |
Vacancy Details
| S.No. |
Name of Post |
Vacancies |
Category |
| 1 |
Project Research Scientist II (Medical MDS, outstation fieldwork) |
12 |
Medical |
| 2 |
Project Research Scientist I (Medical BDS, outstation fieldwork) |
12 |
Medical |
| 3 |
Project Research Scientist III (Non‑Medical, Social Scientist) |
9 |
Non‑Medical |
| 4 |
Project Research Scientist I (Non‑Medical) Biostatistician |
2 |
Non‑Medical |
| 5 |
Project Research Scientist I (Non‑Medical) Programmer |
1 |
Non‑Medical |
| 6 |
Project Research Scientist I (Non‑Medical) Project Manager / Coordinator |
2 |
Non‑Medical |
| 7 |
Project Technical Support III (Social Science) Field Coordination Support Staff |
11 |
Technical Support |
| 8 |
Data Entry Operator (outstation fieldwork) |
1 |
Support Staff |
| 9 |
Multi‑Tasking Staff (outstation fieldwork) |
7 |
Support Staff |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification (Post‑wise)
| Post |
Essential Qualification |
Desirable Qualification |
| Project Research Scientist II (Medical, MDS) |
Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Public Health Dentistry |
MPH or diploma in health research; 2 years epidemiological field data collection; 1 year managerial experience |
| Project Research Scientist I (Medical, BDS) |
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) |
MDS in Public Health Dentistry / MPH; 2 years epidemiological field data collection |
| Project Research Scientist III (Social Scientist) |
PG degree (MA/MSc) in Population Studies, Social Work, Biostatistics, Developmental Studies or equivalent (5 years experience) OR PhD (2 years experience) |
2 years epidemiological field data collection |
| Project Research Scientist I (Biostatistician) |
PG degree in Statistics/Biostatistics |
2 years supervision of data collection/analysis; proficiency in Stata, R, SPSS; REDCap experience |
| Project Research Scientist I (Programmer) |
Four‑year graduate degree in Engineering/IT/Computer Science |
2 years programming/software development related to epidemiological/health data |
| Project Research Scientist I (Project Manager/Coordinator) |
PG degree in Science/Public Health/Life Sciences |
2 years field work and management of multicentric projects in a government institute |
| Project Technical Support III (Field Coordination Support Staff) |
Three‑year graduate degree (BSW/Science) + 3 years experience OR PG in relevant subject |
1 year epidemiological field data collection; experience in drafting letters/office work |
| Data Entry Operator |
Intermediate/12th pass; typing speed ≥ 15,000 key depressions per hour |
Graduate degree with MS Office proficiency; 1 year data entry or related experience |
| Multi‑Tasking Staff |
High School (10th) or equivalent |
1 year epidemiological field data collection; basic computer data entry knowledge |
Age Limit (Post‑wise)
- Project Research Scientist II (MDS): 40 years
- Project Research Scientist I (BDS): 35 years
- Project Research Scientist III (Social Scientist): 45 years
- Project Research Scientist I (Biostatistician): 35 years
- Project Research Scientist I (Programmer): 35 years
- Project Research Scientist I (Project Manager/Coordinator): 35 years
- Project Technical Support III: 35 years
- Data Entry Operator: 28 years
- Multi‑Tasking Staff: 25 years
Age relaxation is applicable as per ICMR rules for reserved categories.
Pay Scale & Salary
The salary and allowances will be paid as per AIIMS/ICMR/Government of India guidelines. No specific consolidated pay scale is mentioned in the notification. Travel allowance (TA/DA) for field work will be reimbursed as per Government of India rules after submission of bills.
Application Fee
The official notification states that there is no application fee for any of the posts.
Important Dates
| Notice Released |
25 June 2026 |
| Online Application Closes |
10 July 2026, before 5:00 PM |
| Postal Application Deadline |
15 July 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Initial Assignment Period |
Up to 31 March 2027 (extendable) |
Selection Process
- Merit list prepared on the basis of percentage marks in essential qualification, desirable qualifications, and experience.
- Shortlisting of 1:5 candidates per post for a physical interview.
- In case of a tie, preference given to candidates with additional desirable qualifications.
- The selection committee may conduct a written test, computer‑based exercise, or clinical examination before the interview.
- A typing test will be conducted for the Data Entry Operator post.
- Interviews are in‑person only; no TA/DA is provided for attending the interview.
- The decision of the selection committee is final.
How to Apply
- Download the post‑specific Google Form from the official notification (link provided in the PDF).
- Fill in all required details accurately and upload scanned copies of supporting documents.
- Submit the completed Google Form before 10 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Print the filled form (including the QR‑code declaration) and attach the following self‑attested documents:
- Educational & experience certificates
- Valid ID proof
- Detailed CV, age proof, and experience certificates
- Send the hard copy by post to the address mentioned in the notification before 15 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- Retain the acknowledgment receipt of the postal submission for future reference.
Important Links
FAQs
- What is the total number of vacancies?
There are 57 vacancies across nine categories.
- Can I apply only online?
No. Both the online Google Form submission and a hard copy by post are compulsory.
- Is there any application fee?
No application fee is mentioned in the official notification.
- What is the last date for the postal application?
The postal application must reach the address before 15 July 2026, 5:00 PM.
- What documents are required for the postal submission?
Printout of the filled Google Form, self‑attested educational & experience certificates, valid ID proof, signed declaration form, and a detailed CV with age proof.
