The ICMR JRF Result 2026 (DHR-BRET 2026) has been declared by AIIMS on behalf of DHR / ICMR at the official portal aiimsexams.ac.in after the ICMR JRF 2026 entrance examination, which was conducted on 10 January 2026. The ICMR JRF Result 2026 is available in the form of a combined merit list of all qualifying candidates. Candidates who scored 50% or above (General / OBC / EWS / PwBD) or 45% or above (SC / ST) in the DHR-BRET 2026 are eligible for the JRF award. Approximately 250 candidates are selected per cycle for the ICMR Junior Research Fellowship, with the top 10% receiving an Exemplary Performance Reward. The ICMR JRF Admit Card 2026 was released on January 3, 2026. To prepare for the next cycle, refer to the answer key and previous year question papers.
Latest (10 June 2026): ICMR JRF Result 2026 (DHR-BRET) is available at aiimsexams.ac.in. The exam was conducted on 10 January 2026. Score card / merit list can be downloaded. Selected candidates must complete joining formalities within 1 year of award letter. Next cycle (ICMR JRF 2027) expected January 2027.
ICMR JRF Result 2026
What is the ICMR JRF Result 2026?
The ICMR JRF Result 2026 is the official outcome of the ICMR JRF (DHR-BRET — Biomedical Research Eligibility Test) Entrance Examination 2026 conducted on January 10, 2026. The result is available at aiimsexams.ac.in in the form of a combined merit list of all qualified candidates across all domain subjects. The ICMR JRF 2026 result determines the candidate’s eligibility for the award of Junior Research Fellowship for pursuing Ph.D. / research in biomedical and health sciences. Approximately 250 fellowships are awarded per year, enabling selected candidates to pursue doctoral research at UGC-recognised universities or ICMR institutes with a stipend of Rs. 37,000 per month (JRF) and Rs. 42,000 per month (SRF).
ICMR JRF Result 2026 Portal – Candidates can check the ICMR JRF Result 2026 (DHR-BRET merit list / score card) at aiimsexams.ac.in. Official notifications at icmr.gov.in and dhr.gov.in.
ICMR JRF Result 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| ICMR JRF 2026 (DHR-BRET) Exam Date | 10 January 2026 (Conducted) |
| Admit Card Released | 03 January 2026 |
| Answer Key / Response Sheet | Released at aiimsexams.ac.in (post-exam) |
| Objection Window | Closed (post-exam window has passed) |
| Final Answer Key | Released along with result |
| ICMR JRF Result 2026 (Merit List / Score Card) | Available at aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Award Letter Validity | 1 year from date of issue |
| Next Cycle (ICMR JRF 2027 / DHR-BRET 2027) | Expected January 2027 |
How to Check ICMR JRF Result 2026
- Visit the AIIMS Exams portal at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Navigate to “Academic Courses” and select the DHR-BRET / ICMR JRF 2026 listing.
- Click on “Result” or “Merit List” or “Score Card” link.
- Log in with your Registration / Application Number and Date of Birth (if required).
- The ICMR JRF Result 2026 / merit list PDF will appear on screen.
- Search for your roll number / name in the merit list.
- Download and take a printout of the merit list page or personal score card for record.
- If selected, follow the next steps for joining instructions provided by DHR / ICMR.
ICMR JRF 2026 Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Qualifying Marks (Out of 150) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS / PwBD | 50% aggregate (75 marks) |
| SC / ST | 45% aggregate (~68 marks) |
ICMR JRF Result 2026 – Selection Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Fellowships | ~250 (subject to budgetary provisions) |
| Top 60% of qualified candidates | May enrol for Ph.D. at any UGC-recognised university / govt college / MCI-recognised medical college |
| Remaining 40% | Must enrol at any of 27 ICMR institutes / AcSIR |
| Top 10% (Exemplary Performance Reward) | Rs. 1,00,000 research contingency per annum (JRF tenure only) |
| Validity of JRF Award Letter | 1 year from date of issue |
| Ph.D. Registration Certificate | To be submitted within 2 years of joining |
What Happens After ICMR JRF Result 2026?
- Download the ICMR JRF Result 2026 merit list and score card from aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Find placement under a suitable research guide / supervisor at a recognised university, ICMR institute, or government medical college.
- Submit JRF acceptance / willingness to join to DHR / ICMR as soon as the award letter is received.
- Enrol in a Ph.D. programme at the chosen institute (the topic must pertain to ICMR health research).
- Submit the joining report to DHR within 1 year of the issue of the award letter.
- Submit Ph.D. registration certificate within 2 years of joining.
- Submit annual progress reports and Utilisation Certificates (UCs) as per DHR guidelines to receive stipend payments.
ICMR JRF Stipend After Result
| Designation | Period | Stipend (Per Month) |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Research Fellow (JRF) | 1st & 2nd Year | Rs. 37,000 + HRA |
| Senior Research Fellow (SRF) | 3rd to 5th Year | Rs. 42,000 + HRA |
| Contingency (Annual) | Each Year | Rs. 20,000 |
| Top 10% Exemplary Reward | JRF Tenure | Rs. 1,00,000 research contingency per annum |

ICMR JRF Result 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Document Name | ICMR JRF Result 2026 / Merit List / Score Card (DHR-BRET) |
| Issuing Authority | AIIMS (on behalf of DHR & ICMR) |
| Official Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Exam Date | 10 January 2026 (Conducted) |
| Result Status | Available at aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Mode of Result | Online (Merit List PDF & Score Card) |
| Qualifying Marks (Gen/OBC/EWS/PwBD) | 50% aggregate |
| Qualifying Marks (SC/ST) | 45% aggregate |
| Total Fellowships | ~250 (subject to budgetary provisions) |
| Award Letter Validity | 1 year |
| Stipend (JRF) | Rs. 37,000 per month + HRA |
| Stipend (SRF) | Rs. 42,000 per month + HRA |
ICMR JRF Result FAQs
The ICMR JRF Result 2026 (DHR-BRET) merit list and score card are available at aiimsexams.ac.in. Candidates can log in with their registration credentials to access their individual score card and check the combined merit list.
For ICMR JRF 2026 (DHR-BRET), General / OBC / EWS / PwBD candidates must secure at least 50% aggregate marks (75 out of 150), and SC / ST candidates must secure at least 45% (approximately 68 out of 150) to qualify for the merit list.
Approximately 250 fellowships are awarded through ICMR JRF 2026 (DHR-BRET), subject to budgetary provisions. The top 60% of qualified candidates may enrol at any UGC-recognised university, while the remaining 40% must enrol at ICMR institutes/AcSIR.
The ICMR JRF 2026 award letter is valid for 1 year from the date of issue. The selected candidate must send their willingness to join, find a research guide, enrol in a Ph.D. programme, and submit the joining report to DHR within 1 year of the award letter.
Selected candidates of ICMR JRF 2026 receive Rs. 37,000 per month as JRF stipend during the 1st and 2nd year, and Rs. 42,000 per month as SRF stipend from the 3rd year onwards, along with HRA and an annual contingency of Rs. 20,000.
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