AIIMS Kalyani A-BIG-NET Project Recruitment 2026
- Last Date
- 10 Sep 2026 (Expired)
- Total Posts
- 3
- Apply Mode
- Online (Email + Google Form) + Walk-in Interview
- Job Type
- Purely Contractual
Job Overview
AIIMS Kalyani A-BIG-NET Project Recruitment 2026
The Department of Psychiatry, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Kalyani, has invited applications for engagement of project staff on a purely contractual basis for the Broad Institute, National Institute of Health, USA funded research project “Asian Bipolar Genetics Network (A-BIG-NET).” This article covers the vacant posts, eligibility, emoluments, and how to apply.
Important – Extremely Urgent Deadline
Applications must be submitted by 5:00 PM on 10 September 2026, with a walk-in interview held the very next day, 11 September 2026, from 8:00 AM at AIIMS Kalyani. No candidates will be allowed after 8:30 AM. Given this very short window, interested and eligible candidates should apply immediately and prepare to attend the walk-in interview without delay.
AIIMS Kalyani A-BIG-NET Project Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Post-wise Vacancy Details
| Post | Posts | Upper Age Limit | Emoluments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Technical Support-III (Biological Sciences, PTS-III) | 1 | 35 years | Rs. 28,000 + HRA as admissible |
| Project Technical Support-III (Psychologist, PTS-III) | 1 | 35 years | Rs. 28,000 + HRA as admissible |
| Project Nurse-II | 1 | 30 years | Rs. 20,000 + HRA as admissible |
Post-wise Qualification Details
Desirable for all posts: experience in multicentric consortium research in the field of neuroscience, and publications in indexed journals in the relevant field.
How to Apply
- Fill up the application on the attached proforma/annexure.
- Email the filled application form along with certificates of age, qualification, and experience to abignet2026@gmail.com.
- Mandatorily upload all documents to the Google link: https://forms.gle/HhZhjhso6ye2yQ6Q7.
- Ensure submission through both the email and the Google form by 5:00 PM on 10 September 2026.
- Attend the walk-in interview on 11 September 2026, from 8:00 AM, at Psychiatry IPD, DHANVANTARI building, AIIMS Kalyani. No candidates will be allowed entry after 8:30 AM.
Selection Process
- Eligibility will be decided based on document verification by the Selection Committee and Competent Authority.
- If desired by the Selection Committee, candidates may be required to appear for an MCQ-based written examination.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Terms and Conditions
- It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure their eligibility as per the prescribed qualification and experience; false declarations may lead to removal from service.
- The assignment is purely contractual for 6 months, which may be extended based on the funding agency’s decision and the project’s continuation, or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier. This does not confer any right to regular appointment or permanent absorption in AIIMS Kalyani.
- The contract can be terminated by either side with 30 days’ notice or salary in lieu thereof.
- No hostel or other accommodation will be provided by the institute.
- The appointment is full-time; private practice of any type is prohibited.
- Candidates currently employed in any organization must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer while appearing for the interview.
- Selected candidates will be employed under the funded extramural project and NOT directly under AIIMS Kalyani.
- All disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the court of law at Kolkata.
- Eligible candidates will be called for interview through email only; no individual intimation will be sent in any other form. Candidates must provide an email address they access daily.
About the A-BIG-NET Research Project
The Asian Bipolar Genetics Network (A-BIG-NET) is a research project funded by the Broad Institute and the National Institute of Health (NIH), USA, aimed at studying the genetic basis of bipolar disorder across Asian populations. Dr. Aniruddha Basu, Additional Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at AIIMS Kalyani, serves as the Principal Investigator for this multicentric consortium research initiative, which brings together biological sciences, psychology, and nursing expertise to advance the understanding of bipolar genetics in the region.
Why This Recruitment Moves So Fast
The extremely compressed timeline of this recruitment, application by 10 September and walk-in interview the following morning on 11 September, is characteristic of internationally funded research projects that operate on externally set grant milestones and require rapid staffing to meet project deadlines. Candidates who are seriously interested and already meet the eligibility criteria should not wait to gather every last document before applying; instead, they should submit their application and required certificates as soon as possible through both the email address and the Google form, since both submission channels are mandatory.
Understanding the Three Distinct Roles
While two of the three posts share the “Project Technical Support-III” designation, one focuses on Biological Sciences and the other specifically on Psychology, meaning candidates should apply for the role that matches their actual academic specialization rather than assuming either post is interchangeable. The Project Nurse-II post, requiring a B.Sc. Nursing degree recognized by the Nursing Council of India, is distinct from the two PTS-III roles and is likely to involve direct participant interaction, sample or data collection support within the clinical research setting of this genetics study.
Preparing for the Walk-in Interview on Extremely Short Notice
Given that the walk-in interview falls just one day after the application deadline, candidates should prepare their original certificates, degree documents, and experience letters for verification well in advance, rather than waiting until after submitting their application. Since the notice explicitly states that candidates may also be required to appear for an MCQ-based written examination if the Selection Committee so decides, applicants should be mentally prepared for a same-day combination of document verification, a possible written test, and an interview, all within the narrow window of 8:00 AM to 8:30 AM entry on 11 September 2026.
Final Word
Eligible candidates for Project Technical Support-III (Biological Sciences or Psychologist) or Project Nurse-II under the A-BIG-NET project at AIIMS Kalyani should submit their application by email and via the Google form before 5:00 PM on 10 September 2026, and be present at Psychiatry IPD, DHANVANTARI building, AIIMS Kalyani, by 8:00 AM on 11 September 2026 for the walk-in interview.
A Note on Communication After Applying
Since AIIMS Kalyani has stated that no individual intimation will be sent to applicants in any form other than email, and that all information regarding this recruitment will also be displayed on the AIIMS Kalyani website (https://aiimskalyani.edu.in/), candidates should check both their email and the institute website regularly in the short period between submitting their application and the walk-in interview date.
Important Links
Why Bipolar Genetics Research Matters
Bipolar disorder is a complex psychiatric condition with a strong genetic component, and research consortia like A-BIG-NET aim to map the genetic variants associated with the disorder specifically within Asian populations, which have historically been underrepresented in large-scale psychiatric genetics studies compared to European and North American cohorts. By contributing genetic and clinical data from Indian patients through AIIMS Kalyani’s Department of Psychiatry, this project helps build a more globally representative understanding of bipolar disorder’s genetic architecture, with potential long-term implications for diagnosis, risk prediction, and treatment approaches tailored to Asian populations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What posts are advertised under the A-BIG-NET project at AIIMS Kalyani?
Project Technical Support-III (Biological Sciences), Project Technical Support-III (Psychologist), and Project Nurse-II, 3 posts total.
2. What is the application deadline?
5:00 PM on 10 September 2026.
3. When is the walk-in interview?
11 September 2026, from 8:00 AM at Psychiatry IPD, DHANVANTARI building, AIIMS Kalyani. No candidates allowed after 8:30 AM.
4. What is the salary for PTS-III posts?
Rs. 28,000 plus HRA as admissible.
5. What is the salary for Project Nurse-II?
Rs. 20,000 plus HRA as admissible.
6. What is the qualification for Project Nurse-II?
B.Sc. Nursing from an institute recognized by the Nursing Council of India, with 1 year of research experience.
7. How do I apply?
Email the filled application with certificates to abignet2026@gmail.com and upload documents to the Google form link, both by 10 September 2026, 5:00 PM.
8. What is the tenure of this engagement?
6 months, or till completion of the project, whichever is earlier.
9. Is there an application fee?
Not specified in this notification.
10. Who is the Principal Investigator?
Dr. Aniruddha Basu, Additional Professor, Department of Psychiatry, AIIMS Kalyani.
11. Is TA/DA paid for the interview?
No, TA/DA is not paid for attending the interview.
12. Who funds this project?
The Broad Institute and the National Institute of Health (NIH), USA.
13. Will accommodation be provided?
No, no hostel or other accommodation will be provided by the institute.
14. Will selected candidates be employed directly by AIIMS Kalyani?
No, selected candidates will be employed under the funded extramural project, not directly under AIIMS Kalyani.
15. Can currently employed candidates apply?
Yes, but they must submit a No Objection Certificate from their employer at the time of interview.
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