ICMR JRF

About ICMR JRF

ICMR JRF is a national eligibility test for the award of Junior Research Fellowships by the Indian Council of Medical Research. It enables candidates to pursue doctoral and research work in biomedical and allied sciences.

What is ICMR JRF?

• National-level research fellowship eligibility test.
• Conducted for the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
• Awards Junior Research Fellowships in life sciences and social sciences.
• Held in online (computer-based) mode, generally once a year.

ICMR JRF Highlights

ICMR JRF Exam Pattern

• Objective questions covering aptitude and subject-specific sections.
• Separate streams for life sciences and social sciences.
• Refer to the official notification for exact marks, question count and duration.

ICMR JRF Eligibility

• Master's degree in a relevant science or social science discipline.
• Minimum qualifying marks with relaxation for reserved categories.
• Age limit and other conditions as per the official notification.

ICMR JRF Selection Process

• Appear for the ICMR JRF examination.
• Qualify as per the merit/cut-off in your stream.
• Selected candidates are awarded the Junior Research Fellowship as per ICMR rules.

How to Apply for ICMR JRF

1. Visit icmr.gov.in and the official exam portal.
2. Register to generate login credentials.
3. Fill the online application form.
4. Upload photograph, signature and required documents.
5. Pay the application fee online.
6. Submit and print the confirmation page.

How to Prepare for ICMR JRF

• Build strong fundamentals in your subject stream.
• Practise aptitude and reasoning questions.
• Solve previous years' papers and mock tests.
• Stay updated on research methodology and current developments.