Getting a government job in the healthcare and research sector is a big achievement for any competitive exam aspirant. The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) provides hundreds of vacancies in CCRAS Group A B C posts in different departments. Candidates who are interested in Ayurvedic medicines and treatments can enter this field.
If you are a doctor, nurse or a 10+2 holder aspiring to come to the administration sector, then CCRAS Group A B C is just for you with a heaping number of opportunities. Now, as the Computer-Based Tests (CBT) are over and the 2026 results are officially out, let’s take stock of these posts, know the basic eligibility requirements and give a peek into the selection process to be undergone by successful candidates.
So, let’s get into the full, simple explanation of the CCRAS Group A B C vacancies.
What is the CCRAS Recruitment Drive?
CCRAS works under the Ministry of Ayush, The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences is a statutory body. It is the foremost national body for promotion of scientific research in Ayurveda and is responsible for evolution, standardisation, propagation of research and also funding.
For the effective functioning of its large network of institutes and centers of research, Cadre Posts were classified in three hierarchical groups according different organizational functions:
Group A: These are specialized, premier positions for advanced medical professionals and senior researchers.
Group B includes posts which require an intermediate level of technical knowledge and skills, such as nursing staff, translators and senior laboratory technicians.
Group C is at working level to perform day-to-day functions which is critical to the daily functioning of the organisation, which includes the office staff, junior assistants, pharmacists and Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS).
Eligibility CCRAS Group A B C
Struggling to understand who qualifies is one of the most befuddling parts of any mass government announcement. To make things simple and clear, here is a neat summary of essential eligibility criteria and age limits for the main posts in each group.
Group A Posts (Specialized & Medical)
For the posts of Research Officer (Ayurveda) and Research Officer (Pathology), the candidates are required to fulfill the Eligibility Conditions i.e. should possess a Postgraduate Degree (MD/MS) in the concerned discipline from a recognized university.
Further, the candidates must be eligible for registration (or registered) with the State/Central Medical Council. The upper age limit is generally 40 years.
Group B Posts (Technical & Supervisory)
The Group B posts have their own educational and professional prerequisites. For example:
- Staff Nurse: B.Sc. Nursing or GNM (Diploma) is mandatory. The candidate should have an experience of minimum two years in teaching or research hospital.
- Assistant Research Officer (Pharmacology): The candidate should have M.Pharm or M.Sc in Medicinal Plants specializing in pharmacology with one year of experience after degree.
- Translator (Hindi Assistant): The candidate should have a Master‘s degree in the prescribed Hindi / English subject combination and a recognized translation diploma.
The general upper age limit for Group B posts is 30 years.
Group C Posts (Administrative & Support)
Group C has a different kind of job offer that you can get after your 12th or graduation. These various posts require different qualifications:
| Post CCRAS Group A B C | Educational Qualification | Additional requirements / Experience |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) & Assistants | Graduate (any stream) | Basic knowledge of computers |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 12th pass | Typing speed: 35 WPM in English or 30 WPM in Hindi |
| Pharmacist (Grade‑I) | – Diploma in Pharmacy / D.Pharm (Ay.) with 2 years experience, or- B.Pharm (Ay.) degree | Must be related to Ayurveda as per CCRAS norms |
| MTS & Laboratory Attendants | 12th pass with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) | 1 year of relevant experience |
| Age Limit (General) | Must be between 25 to 30 years | Relaxations applicable as per category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwD) as per official notification |
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
It is important to understand the testing of candidates for the good preparation in days to come. The entire procedure of the selection was rigidly controlled and transparent by CCRAS.
1. The Computer-Based Test (CBT)
| Exam Group | CBT Marks | Correct Answer (+ Mark) | Wrong Answer (- Mark) | Cities | Exam Period |
| Group A | 70 | +1 | -0.25 | 38 cities across India | Nov-Dec 2025 |
| Group B, C, MTS | 100 | +1 | -0.25 | 38 cities across India | Nov-Dec 2025 |
2. Skill Tests
Aspiring candidates for the posts of LDC or Stenographer have to undergo stringent typing and shorthand tests to ascertain their practical speed and accuracy.
3. The Interview Round
For the posts of Group A, the CBT is only a part of examination. The selected candidates also have to go a specialized interview with 30 marks to judge their deep subject matter knowledge and suitability for higher research positions.
CCRAS Group A B C Cut Off Marks
Official CCRAS Group A B C cut off for the session 2025-26 has not been released in the form of a single cumulative table on the website as yet but as of April 2026 the result and cut off update is activated.
The cutoff scores are different based on categories like UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS. Also, the cutoff depends on the post for which you have applied, i.e. Whether you are applying for LDC, UDC, MTS, Lab Attendant or any other post.
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How to check exact cut‑offs
- To download the CCRAS Group A B C Cut Off 2026, candidates are advised to visit the official website at https://ccras.nic.in.
- Go to the “Recruitment” or “Results” tab. Search for the link or PDF file named “CCRAS Group A B C Cut Off 2026” or the merit list for the particular post.
- Open the PDF to check the minimum qualifying marks which is divided into UR, OBC, SC, ST & EWS.
Conclusion
The CCRAS Group A B C will provide many posts which is an excellent chance for the individuals who desire a bright future and want to become a part of India’s AYUSH system of medicines. With a carefully crafted selection procedure – from regular CBTs to special skill assessment – the Council makes certain that they end up with the most passionate students.
The 2025–2026 cycle is already serving as a beacon for those who will come after us, even as we await our final appointment letters. Good luck in the next steps of your career journey, stay tuned and keep your paperwork in order!
