National Institute of Homoeopathy Recruitment 2026: 4 Assistant Professor & Consultant Posts, Walk-in on 21 Sep

Note: The number of vacancies mentioned is tentative and may vary as per the administrative requirements of the Institute.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess the following educational qualifications as per the post:

• Assistant Professor (Case Taking and Repertory) / Assistant Professor (Practice of Medicine): As per Homoeopathy Central Council Regulations, 1989 (as amended from time to time) for teaching posts. Specific details are available in the official notification.
• Consultant (Physiotherapist): A Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) degree or equivalent. Experience in the relevant field is also required.

Candidates are strongly advised to refer to the official notification for the precise educational qualifications for each post.

Age Limit

The age limit for the posts is as follows:

• Assistant Professor Posts: Upper age limit is 45 years as on the interview date.
• Consultant (Physiotherapist) Post: Upper age limit shall be as per rules. Retired persons are eligible up to 63 years.

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be provided as per Government of India rules. Specifically, retired persons are eligible up to 63 years for the Consultant (Physiotherapist) post.

Experience

Specific experience requirements may apply, particularly for the Consultant (Physiotherapist) post. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed experience criteria for each position.

Application Fee

As per the information available, there is no application fee required for any category of candidates for this recruitment drive.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates for the Assistant Professor and Consultant positions will be based on a Walk-in-Interview.

1. Walk-in-Interview: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be required to attend a Walk-in-Interview.

The interview will assess the candidate's knowledge, skills, and suitability for the respective posts. No other selection stages like written examinations or physical tests are mentioned in the provided text.

Salary / Pay Scale

The selected candidates will be engaged on a contractual basis and will receive a consolidated remuneration:

• Assistant Professor (Case Taking and Repertory) & Assistant Professor (Practice of Medicine): ₹55,000/- per month
• Consultant (Physiotherapist): ₹40,000/- per month

This consolidated salary is fixed for the period of engagement.

Period of Engagement

The engagement for the selected candidates will be purely on a contract basis for a period of 01 year or till the posts are filled up on a regular basis or till further orders, whichever is earlier.

How to Apply for NIH Walk-in-Interview Recruitment 2026

Candidates interested in applying for the Assistant Professor and Consultant positions must appear for a Walk-in-Interview. Follow these steps:

1. Visit Official Website: Go to the official NIH website ( https://nih.ayush.gov.in ) and download the detailed advertisement to understand the terms of reference and eligibility criteria.
2. Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the educational qualifications, age limits, and any experience requirements specified for the post you are applying for.
3. Prepare Documents: Bring all your original certificates and their self-attested photocopies. This includes educational qualifications, date of birth/age proof, experience certificates, category certificates (if applicable), and a recent passport-sized photograph.
4. Application Form/Bio-data: Carry a duly filled application form if provided in the official notification, or a detailed bio-data/resume.
5. Report at Venue: Arrive at the designated venue on 21 September 2026 by the reporting time (09:00 A.M.) with all the necessary documents.
6. Attend Interview: The Walk-in-Interview will commence at 11:00 A.M.

Documents Required for Walk-in-Interview

• Educational Qualification Certificates (Mark sheets and Degree/Diploma certificates)
• Date of Birth Certificate / Age Proof
• Experience Certificates (if applicable)
• Caste Certificate (if applicable, for relaxation)
• Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, etc.)
• Passport-sized Photograph
• Any other relevant documents mentioned in the official notification.

Important Terms and Conditions

• Mode of Selection: Selection will be through Walk-in-Interview only.
• Nationality: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
• TA/DA: No Travel Allowance (TA) or Dearness Allowance (DA) will be paid for attending the Walk-in-Interview.
• Vacancy Variation: The number of vacancies may increase or decrease as per the administrative needs of the Institute.
• Contractual Basis: The appointment will be on a contract basis for a specified period.

Walk-in-Interview Venues

Candidates must report to the correct venue based on the post they are applying for:

• For Kolkata Posts (Assistant Professor, Case Taking and Repertory; Consultant, Physiotherapist): National Institute of Homoeopathy, Kolkata.
• For Delhi Post (Assistant Professor, Practice of Medicine): National Institute of Homoeopathy, Narela, Delhi.

About National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH)

The National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH) was established on December 10, 1975, in Kolkata, as an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Currently, it operates under the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India.

The Institute is affiliated with the West Bengal University of Health Sciences and offers undergraduate (B.H.M.S.) and postgraduate (M.D. Homoeopathy) courses. It also comprises a hospital with outpatient and inpatient departments, along with investigative facilities. The Institute is situated on a large campus in Salt Lake, Kolkata, and also has hostel and staff quarters.