Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research (IPGMER), Kolkata has issued a notification for IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2025 of Project Nurse-II and Data Entry Operator positions on contractual basis. This walk-in interview is being conducted for an ICMR-funded research project at SSKM Hospital, Kolkata. Female GNM nurses and graduates can apply for these temporary posts.
IPGMER Kolkata Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Recruitment Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | IPGMER & SSKM Hospital, Kolkata |
| Memo No. | Inst./6324 |
| Notification Date | 19 September 2025 |
| Total Posts | 3 (Project Nurse-II: 2, Data Entry Operator: 1) |
| Project | ICMR Funded Multi-Centric Research Project |
| Job Type | Contractual/Temporary |
| Selection Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Date | 14 October 2025 |
| Interview Time | 11:30 AM onwards (Reporting: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM) |
| Official Website | www.ipgmer.gov.in |
| Official Notification | Apply Now |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Monthly Salary | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Nurse-II | 2 Posts | ₹24,000/- | 30 years |
| Data Entry Operator | 1 Post | ₹29,200/- | 30 years |
Important: Only female candidates are eligible for Project Nurse-II positions.
Eligibility Criteria
Project Nurse-II (2 Posts)
Essential Qualification:
- Female candidate only
- Three-year General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course
- Minimum second class or equivalent CGPA
Desirable Qualification:
- Two years working experience in Pediatrics/Neonatology/SNCU in any Government or private hospital
- Proficiency in Computer – Microsoft Office applications
- Should speak regional/local language
Age Limit: Maximum 30 years
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Data Entry Operator (1 Post)
Essential Qualification:
- Graduate from a recognized university
- Certificate in Computer Applications
- Speed test certificate: Not less than 8000 key depressions per hour
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and basic Internet applications
Desirable Qualification:
- 2 years working experience of data entry and electronic data processing in research projects/National Programmes in Government/PSU organizations
- Knowledge of basic statistical analysis (certificate required)
- Should speak regional/local language
Age Limit: Maximum 30 years
Salary Structure
| Post | Monthly Consolidated Salary | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Project Nurse-II | ₹24,000/- | Consolidated (No additional allowances) |
| Data Entry Operator | ₹29,200/- | Consolidated (No additional allowances) |
Note: Salary is consolidated without any other benefits and based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.
Job Responsibilities
Project Nurse-II Duties
- Daily rounds at Delivery Point (Labour Room/OT), Post Natal ward, NICU/SNCU and annex hospitals
- Recruitment of newborns for the study
- Collection of all relevant information and weight recording of newborns
- Monitoring of newborns as per project guidelines
- Entry of data regularly in digital and physical format
- Counselling of parents and guardians of newborns
- Follow-up of discharged newborns as per project guidelines
- Any other tasks related to project assigned by Investigators
Data Entry Operator Duties
- Data entry, storage, and processing of data securely
- Collect project-related data from SNCU/NICU/Post-natal ward/Delivery point
- Maintain entries in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Work on Google documents, sheets, forms or any other software/web platform
- Preparation of reports
- Any other task assigned by Investigators
Walk-in Interview Details
Date: 14 October 2025
Time: 11:30 AM onwards
Reporting Time: 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (strict)
Venue:
Department of Neonatology
8th Floor Seminar Room
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research and SSKM Hospital
244, AJC Bose Road, Kolkata – 700020
Important: Candidates reporting after 11:00 AM will NOT be entertained for the interview.
Documents Required for Interview
Candidates must bring the following documents:
Original Documents (for verification):
- Photo ID issued by Government
- Age proof (birth certificate/10th mark sheet)
- Address proof
- Aadhaar Card (mandatory)
- PAN Card
- All educational mark sheets and certificates (Madhyamik onwards)
- GNM certificate (for nurses)
- Computer course certificate
- Speed test certificate (for Data Entry Operator)
- Experience certificates
- No Objection Certificate (if currently employed in Govt/PSU)
Self-attested Photocopies:
- One complete set of all above documents
- Recent colour passport size photograph
Application Form: Filled application in prescribed format (download from IPGMER website)
How to Apply?
This is a walk-in interview – no prior online registration required.
Step 1: Download the application format from IPGMER Kolkata website
Step 2: Fill the application form completely in block letters
Step 3: Attach all required documents (self-attested photocopies)
Step 4: Appear directly for walk-in interview on 14 October 2025
Step 5: Bring filled application form with all original and photocopied documents
Important: Candidates will only be allowed for interview after verification of application form and original documents fulfilling the qualification criteria.
Selection Process
- Document Verification: All documents will be verified at reporting time
- Screening Test: May be conducted depending on number of applicants (at competent authority’s discretion)
- Walk-in Interview: Personal interview by selection committee
- Merit-Based Selection: Final selection based on qualifications, experience, and interview performance
Note: Decision of competent authority is final. No representation will be entertained.
Contract Duration
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Tenure | 30 months total |
| Initial Contract | 6 months |
| Extension | Six-monthly based on work performance |
| Nature | Co-terminus with project |
Important: Selected candidates will have NO right to claim permanent employment at IPGMER or continuation in any other project.
Terms and Conditions
- Temporary Basis: Appointment purely temporary/contractual, co-terminus with project
- No Permanent Employment: No right to claim regular employment at IPGMER
- Full-Time Job: Candidates should be prepared for flexible working hours
- No TA/DA: No travel allowance for attending interview
- No Accommodation: No accommodation facility provided by IPGMER
- Notice Period: Engagement can be terminated for insubordination, inefficiency, or negligence
- NOC Required: Government/PSU employees must bring No Objection Certificate
- No Canvassing: Canvassing in any form will lead to disqualification
- Qualifications: All qualifications should be from recognized Board/University and full-time
- Experience Calculation: Experience acquired after obtaining minimum educational qualifications only
- Conduct Rules: Must conform to institute rules of conduct and discipline
About the Research Project
Project Title: Physiological Postnatal Weight Loss Nomograms in Exclusively Breastfed Healthy Term Infants: A Multi-Centric Prospective Cohort Study
Funding Agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Department: Department of Neonatology, IPGMER Kolkata
Nature: Multi-centric project with six sites initiated from AIIMS Jodhpur
This recruitment is specifically for IPGMER Kolkata site only.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release | 19 September 2025 |
| Walk-in Interview Date | 14 October 2025 |
| Reporting Time | 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM |
| Interview Start Time | 11:30 AM onwards |
Disqualification Criteria
Candidates will be disqualified if
- Documents are found false or suppressed material information
- Involved in canvassing for selection
- Qualifications are not from recognized boards/universities
- Report after 11:00 AM on interview day
- Unable to produce original documents
- Currently employed but without NOC
IPGMER Kolkata Vacancy FAQs
Q1. How many posts are available in IPGMER Kolkata recruitment?
A. Total 3 posts are available – 2 Project Nurse-II and 1 Data Entry Operator position on contractual basis.
Q2. What is the salary for Project Nurse at IPGMER Kolkata?
A. Project Nurse-II will receive ₹24,000 per month consolidated salary. Data Entry Operator will get ₹29,200 per month.
Q3. When is the walk-in interview at IPGMER Kolkata?
A. Walk-in interview is scheduled on 14 October 2025 at 11:30 AM. Reporting time is 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Q4. Can male candidates apply for Project Nurse post?
A. No, only female candidates are eligible for Project Nurse-II positions at IPGMER Kolkata.
Q5. Is prior application required before walk-in interview?
A. No, this is a walk-in interview. Just download the application form, fill it, and appear directly with all documents on interview day.
Q6. What is the age limit for these posts?
A. The upper age limit is 30 years for both Project Nurse-II and Data Entry Operator positions.
Q7. Is experience mandatory for Project Nurse post?
A. Experience is desirable, not essential. Two years experience in Pediatrics/Neonatology/SNCU is preferred but not mandatory.
Q8. What is the contract period?
A. Initial contract is for 6 months, extendable six-monthly based on performance up to 30 months (total project duration).
Q9. Will I get permanent employment after contract ends?
A. No, this is purely temporary/contractual appointment co-terminus with project. No right to claim permanent employment at IPGMER.
Q10. Is NOC required from current employer?
A. Yes, if you are working in Government or Public Sector Undertaking, you must bring No Objection Certificate for the interview.
Q11. What documents should I carry for interview?
A. Carry all original certificates (educational, ID proof, Aadhaar, PAN), one set of self-attested photocopies, filled application form, and recent passport size photograph.
Q12. Will travel allowance be provided for interview?
A. No, TA/DA will not be provided to candidates for appearing in the walk-in interview.
Q13. Is computer knowledge required for Project Nurse?
A. Yes, proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is desirable for Project Nurse-II position.
Q14. What is the reporting time for interview?
A. Candidates must report between 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. No candidate will be entertained after 11:00 AM.
Q15. Can I get accommodation at IPGMER?
A. No, accommodation facility will not be provided to selected persons by IPGMER.
Contact Information
Official Address:
Director
Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research
244, AJC Bose Road, Kolkata – 700020
Email: director.ipgmer@gmail.com
Phone: 2204 1101
Fax: 2223 5181
Website: Check IPGMER Kolkata official website for updates
- Check IPGMER website regularly for any updates regarding recruitment
- No separate communication will be sent to candidates
- Qualification/Experience will be considered till last date of advertisement
- False information will lead to removal from service
- Educational qualifications must be full-time from recognized institutions
- Competent authority reserves right to increase/decrease number of posts
- This is full-time job requiring flexible working hours
- Screening test may be conducted if large number of applicants
Disclaimer: This article is based on official notification Memo No. Inst./6324 dated 19/09/2025. Candidates are advised to check the official IPGMER Kolkata website for complete details and any updates before appearing for the walk-in interview.
