The Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru — under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush — has announced 13 contractual vacancies for Consultants and Research Fellows. If you hold a medical or science degree and are passionate about Ayurveda research, mark your calendar for 3 March 2026!
🏢 Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru |
| Total Vacancies | 13 |
| Posts | Consultant (Psychiatrist), Consultant (Ayurveda), SRF & JRF |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2025-26 |
| Post Type | Contractual |
| Job Type | Research / Medical |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview (No prior online application needed) |
| Official Website | cari.gov.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 16 February 2026 |
| Walk-in Interview / Written Test | 03 March 2026 (Tuesday), 10:00 AM |
🕙 Report to the CARI Bengaluru office on time. No TA/DA is provided for attending the walk-in.
📍 Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Psychiatrist (Visit basis) | 1 |
| Consultant – Ayurveda | 1 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Ayurveda | 8 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Clinical Psychology | 1 |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) – Chemistry | 1 |
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) – Botany | 1 |
| Total | 13 |
Note: All posts are contractual. Appointment is initially for 6 months, extendable based on project requirements.
🎓 Educational Qualifications
| Post | Required Qualification | Key Desirable Skills |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant – Psychiatrist | MBBS + MD (Psychiatry) | Clinical & research experience |
| Consultant – Ayurveda | BAMS | 10+ years clinical & research experience; Kannada communication; Managerial skills |
| SRF – Ayurveda | BAMS | Higher qualification; 2 years research experience; Computer knowledge; Kannada communication |
| SRF – Clinical Psychology | MA / MSc / MPhil in Psychology | Clinical experience with children with Autism; Kannada communication |
| SRF – Chemistry | MSc or M.Pharma in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry | Knowledge of HPTLC/HPLC, ASU drug standardisation, report drafting |
| JRF – Botany | MSc in Life Science | MS Office skills; Forest area survey & herbarium preparation |
💰 Salary / Stipend Details (per month)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Psychiatrist | ₹4,000/- per visit |
| Consultant – Ayurveda | ₹50,000/- consolidated/month |
| SRF – Ayurveda | ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA/month |
| SRF – Clinical Psychology | ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA/month |
| SRF – Chemistry | ₹42,000/- + 30% HRA/month |
| JRF – Botany | ₹37,000/- + 30% HRA/month |
🎯 Selection Process
Selection happens on the walk-in day itself through a two-step process:
- Written Test
- Walk-in Interview
Both are conducted on 03 March 2026 at CARI Bengaluru. No separate call letters will be issued.
⏳ Age Limit
(Age as on 03 March 2026)
| Post | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Consultant – Psychiatrist | 64 years |
| Consultant – Ayurveda | 64 years |
| SRF (Ayurveda, Psychology, Chemistry) | 35 years |
| JRF – Botany | 32 years |
Age relaxation is applicable for SC / ST / OBC / EWS candidates as per Government of India rules.
📑 How to Attend the Walk-in
- Download the application form from cari.gov.in or ccras.nic.in
- Fill the form completely with correct details
- Gather all required documents (originals + self-attested photocopies)
- Report at CARI Bengaluru on 03 March 2026 at 10:00 AM
- Submit the filled application at the venue
- Attend the written test and interview on the same day
✅ No application fee is required. All eligible candidates can attend for free.
⚙️ Key Documents Required
- Filled application form (downloaded from official website)
- Educational qualification certificates (BAMS / MBBS / MD / MSc / MA / MPhil etc.)
- Experience certificates (if applicable)
- Category certificate (OBC / SC / ST / EWS if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID etc.)
- 2 recent passport-size photographs
- Self-attested photocopies of all original documents
📘 Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| 📄 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| 🌐 Official Website | ccras.nic.in |
⚡ Quick Tip: This is a walk-in — no prior registration needed. Just download the form, fill it up, and show up at CARI Bengaluru on 3 March 2026 at 10 AM with your documents. Kannada communication skills give you an added edge for most posts!
