Faculty of Medical Research

Welcome to the Faculty of Medical Research (FMR), where passion meets innovation! This faculty is a collaborative initiative between the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR). The mission of this faculty is to push the boundaries of medical science and tackle the pressing healthcare challenges that affect our communities and beyond.

AcSIR, as an "Institution of National Importance," strive to create a vibrant and inclusive environment that nurtures creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration. The goal is to train the next generation of researchers and professionals who are equipped to drive meaningful change in healthcare. The faculty of AcSIR is a powerhouse of knowledge, boasting over 2,800 dedicated members across 82 research institutes affiliated with AcSIR, including esteemed CSIR and ICMR laboratories. Here, you will find not just experts but also mentors—distinguished professors and industry leaders who are eager to share their wisdom and guide you on your research journey.

We offer an exciting Ph.D. program in Medical Research, tailored for those passionate about interdisciplinary exploration. This program combines rigorous academic coursework with hands-on training in state-of-the-art laboratories. As a student, you’ll dive into innovative areas of Science, Technology, and Engineering, paving the way for ground-breaking discoveries that can transform lives.

Join us as we embark on this inspiring journey to reshape healthcare through research and innovation. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the future of medical science and improve the lives of countless individuals.

PhD Programme: Update

  • - 320 scientists registered as faculty.
  • - 26 students registered for PhD under FMR till date.
  • - Mandatory courses completed
    • - Research Methodology (4 Credits):ICMR-NIE, Chennai & ICMR-NIMR, Delhi

    • - Research and Publication Ethics (2 Credits):ICMR-NIE, Chennai

    • - Public Health and Practice (2 Credits): ICMR-RMRC, Bhubaneshwar

    • - Basic Laboratory Skills (2 Credits): ICMR-NITVAR, Pune

  • -17 Advanced elective courses are ongoing at different ICMR institutes.

Young Faculty Programme

  • - To promote research in Medical Colleges.
  • - Grant for research grant for PhD research work to selected young faculty.
  • - Primary supervisors from the concerned institutes.
  • - 66 young faculty provisionally admitted for PhD programme by AcSIR.

Master’s courses

  • - M.Sc. in Applied Nutrition (ICMR-NIN).
  • - GM.Sc. in Sports Nutrition (ICMR-NIN).
  • - Master of Public Health (ICMR-NIE).

ICMR-Industry Internship for PhD students

  • - Internship programme planned for PhD students enrolled at ICMR institutes
  • - Open to students enrolled at any of the Universities
  • - Two internship stints for each student
    • - Intern during 2nd/3rd year

    • - Senior Intern during 4th/5th year

  • - Database of all PhDs prepared
  • - Resumes of PhDs received
  • - Database of Industries/organisations being prepared
  • - EoI prepared
Serial NumberFMR Research LabsWebsite
1ICMR - Headquarters, New Delhihttps://www.icmr.gov.in/
2ICMR - National JALMA Institute for Leprosy & Other Mycobacterial Diseases (ICMR-NJIL&OMD), Agrahttps://www.jalma-icmr.org.in/
3ICMR - National Institute of Traditional Medicine (ICMR-NITM), Belgavihttps://icmrnitm.res.in/
4ICMR - National Institute of NCDs Epidemiology (ICMR-NINE), Bengaluruhttps://icmrnine.org/
5ICMR - National Institute for Research in Environmental Health (ICMR-NIREH), Bhopal 
6ICMR - National Institute for Research on Blood and Immune Disorders (ICMR-NIRBID), Mumbaihttps://niih.org.in/
7ICMR - National Institute of Epidemiology (ICMR-NIE), Chennaihttps://nie.gov.in/
8ICMR - National Institute for Research in Digital Health (ICMR-NIRDH), Delhihttps://nidhr.icmr.org.in/
9ICMR - National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR), Dibrugarh 
10ICMR - National Institute for Pre-Clinical Research (ICMR-NIPCR), Hyderabad 
11ICMR - National Institute of Tribal Health Research (ICMR-NITHR), Jabalpurhttps://www.nirth.res.in/
12ICMR - National Institute for Research on Women's Health (ICMR-NIRWoH), Mumbaihttps://nirrch.res.in/
13ICMR - Rajendra Memorial Research Institute of Medical Sciences (ICMR-RMRIMS), Patnahttps://www.rmrims.org.in/
14ICMR - National Institute of Vector Control Research (ICMR-NIVCR), Puducherryhttps://vcrc.icmr.org.in/
15ICMR - National Institute of Virology (ICMR-NIV), Punehttps://niv.icmr.org.in/
16ICMR - National Institute of Occupational Health Research (ICMR-NIOHR), Ahmedabadhttps://www.nioh.org/
17ICMR - Bhopal Memorial Hospital & Research Centre (ICMR-BMHRC), Bhopalhttps://bmhrc.ac.in/
18ICMR - National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR), Bhubaneswarhttps://www.rmrcbbsr.gov.in/
19ICMR - National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis (ICMR-NIRT), Chennaihttps://www.nirt.res.in/
20ICMR - National Institute of Child Health Research (ICMR-NICHR), New Delhi
ICMR - Centre for Cancer Pathology (ICMR-CCP), New Delhi
http://instpath.gov.in/
21ICMR - National Institute of Malaria Research (ICMR-NIMR), New Delhihttps://nimr.icmr.org.in/
22ICMR - National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR), Gorakhpur 
23ICMR - National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN), Hyderabadhttps://www.nin.res.in/
24ICMR - National Institute of Health Research (ICMR-NIHR), Jodhpurhttps://niirncd.icmr.org.in/
25ICMR - National Institute for Research on Blood and Immune Disorders (ICMR-NIRBID), Mumbaihttps://niih.org.in/
26ICMR - National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research (ICMR-NICPR), Noidahttps://nicpr.org/
27ICMR - Regional Medical Research Centre (ICMR-RMRCSVB), Sri Vijaya Puramhttp://www.rmrc.res.in/
28ICMR - National Institute of Translational Virology and AIDS Research (ICMR-NITVAR), Punehttps://www.nari-icmr.res.in/
29LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabadhttps://www.lvpei.org/
30Max Healthcare Institute - Max Institute of Medical Excellence (MAX-MIME), Gurugramhttps://www.maxhealthcare.in/academics
31Tata Institute of Genetics and Society (TIGS), Bengaluruhttps://www.tigs.res.in/

Contact Info:

Dr. Anup Anvikar

Dean, Faculty of Medical Research

Email: dean.medres[at]acsir[dot]res[dot]in

Ph: 011-25307104

Indian Council of Medical Research

Ansari Nagar

New Delhi - 110029

Dr. Neeru Saini

Associate Dean

Faculty of Medical Research

Email: dean.medres[at]acsir[dot]res[dot]in

Dr. Suchi Tyagi

Scientist C

Email: deanoffice.medres[at]acsir[dot]res[dot]in

Ph: 011-25307323

ICMR - National Institute of Malaria Research