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The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has provided the updated ICMR Technician syllabus 2024 for the Computer Based Test. The aspirants who are preparing for the post of Technician must refer to the complete ICMR Technician syllabus while preparing so that they can ensure that they do not miss any topic. The Council has provided details regarding the ICMR Technician exam pattern 2024 as well. According to it, the Computer Based Test will include multiple-choice based questions. One can download the syllabus from the official website of the Council and get its hard copy. Keep this hard copy with you at all times while preparing.

The Computer Based Test has the criteria for negative marking. For a wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
The CBT written test would be of 100 marks consisting of 100 objective/ MCQ type questions of one mark each for the correct answer.
The ICMR Technician syllabus contains subjects that are necessary for the post. The questions will be of the level of the minimum educational qualification required for the post.

ICMR Technician Syllabus 2024

The candidates can refer to the table below to get the detailed ICMR Technician syllabus. The syllabus is designed by the exam conducting body of the Council as per the needs and requirements of the post. The questions of the Computer Based Test will be based on the topics mentioned in the ICMR Technician syllabus. Your reference books should cover all these topics so that you are completely prepared for the exam.

Subject	Syllabus
Section A
General Intelligence	It will include questions of non-verbal type. Questions on similarities and differences, analogies, problem solving, decision making, judgement, visual memory, arithmetical number series and computation, non-verbal series, relationships concepts, abstract ideas and symbols, and their relationships etc.
General Awareness	Current affairs and current events, general awareness related to health, nutrition, and scientific research.
Quantitative Aptitude	Computation of whole numbers, decimals, fractions, percentage, ratio and proportion, average, interest, profit and loss, basic algebra, time and distance, time and work, heights and distances, bar diagrams, pie chart, histograms, polygon etc.
Computer Skills	Basics of computer system, MS word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, Networking, formulas writing in excel, google form.
English Language	Candidate’s ability to understand correct English, his basic comprehension and writing ability, etc. would be tested.
Section B
TECH (MLT)	Lab management, Anatomy, Human Physiology, Blood Bank management, Biochemistry, Genetics, General Microbiology, Bacteriology, Virology, Parasitology, Immunology, Histopathological Techniques, Community medicine
TECH (EL)	Basics of electricity, Generation and distribution of electric supply, Electrical components & their maintenance, Machines & their maintenance: Induction motors, pumps, starters, generator, Megger, Earth resistance meter, Multi meter/clamp meter
TECH (EC)	Basics of electronics, electronic components & their maintenance, Machines & their maintenance: PLC, HMI, Micro controller, Sensors, Actuator, Invertor & UPS
TECH (RAC)	Basics of refrigeration and Air Conditioning, Refrigerants and components used in refrigeration system, Chiller plant, Air Handling Unit, Air conditioners, Heat load calculation, psychometrics, Controls devices and safety equipment, Maintenance of refrigeration components

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ICMR Technician Exam Pattern 2024

The ICMR Technician exam pattern has the following notable points. One should prepare for the exam as per the norms of the exam pattern.

The paper contains 100 questions, each of 1 mark.
All questions are objective.
0.25 marks are deducted for a wrong answer, as per the negative marking scheme.

Section	Difficulty Level	No. of Questions	Marks for Each Correct Answer	Total Maximum Marks	Negative Marking per Wrong Answer
Section A (General Intelligence / Awareness / Quantitative Aptitude / Computer skills / English Language)	-	30	1	30	(-)0.25
Section B (Subject-related Questions)	Low-level (C1) 10%	70		70
	Medium-level (C2) 70%
	High-level (C3) 20%
Total (A+B)	-	100	-	100	-

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ICMR Technician 2024 - Books to be Referred

The market has various books for the ICMR Technician exam that one can refer to to prepare for the exam. These books should be selected based on their content. They should have various practice questions, short notes on all the topics of the ICMR Technician syllabus, and last year's papers. Listed below are the most referred ICMR Technician books that you can require to prepare for the Computer Based Test.

Subject	Book Name	Author/ Publication
General English	The Elements of Style	William Strunk Jr.
General English	English Grammar in Use	Raymond Murphy
Aptitude/ Logical Reasoning	Quantitative Aptitude	R.S. Aggarwal
Aptitude/ Logical Reasoning	Verbal and Nonverbal Reasoning	R.S. Aggarwal
General Knowledge	Manorama Yearbook	Mammen Mathew
General Knowledge	Lucent's General Knowledge	Vinay Karna

ICMR Technician Recruitment Exam 2024 - Preparation Strategy

One can prepare for the exam by following a well-prepared strategy. You should give yourselves ample time for preparation and begin at least 3-4 months before the exam date. You should keep the following points in mind while developing a strategy for preparation.

The first step should be to get the printed copy of the ICMR Technician syllabus. It should be available at all times during your preparation. Mark out the topics that are difficult for you and will take more time to prepare. Begin with these.
Instead of studying at random times and random places, you should follow a strict schedule to train your mind. This way, your mind will automatically go into the mode of studying once the clock strikes.
Refer to the Past years' papers, that will give you an insight regarding how the exam is designed and what kind of questions are asked. You can solve these as well to test your preparation.
Solve multiple mock tests and test series to help you build confidence. These will also help you put your preparation to practice.

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Latest ICMR Technician Updates

Last updated on Jun 9, 2025

-> ICMR Technician 2024 Notification has been released on the official website. The ICMR-National Institute of Occupational Health has announced a total of 19 vacancies for the post of Technician-1.

-> Eligible candidates can apply from 21st November 2024 to 11th December 2024.

-> ICMR-National Institute of Occupational Health Ahmedabad is the premier institute, under the aegis of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).

-> Candidates will be selected on the basis of a computer-based test.

ICMR Technician Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2024 FAQs

Will there be a written exam for the ICMR Technician recruitment?

Yes, a written exam is held for the ICMR Technician Recruitment.

Has the ICMR Technician syllabus 2024 changed from last year?

No, there are no major changes made in the ICMR Technician syllabus as compared to last year’s syllabus.

I have some old editions of the ICMR Technician preparation books. Can I refer to them?

Yes, you can refer to those books once you make sure that the books follow the updated ICMR Technician syllabus.

Who decides the ICMR Technician syllabus?

The ICMR Technician syllabus 2024 is set by the Selection Committee so that one can be tested on the skills that will be required for the post.

Will there be an interview stage in the ICMR Technician exam?

No, the selection process for Technician does not include an interview stage.

What is the time duration for the ICMR Technician CBT exam?

The candidates will get 90 minutes to solve the CBT exam.

Is there any negative marking in the ICMR Technician written exam?

Yes, the ICMR Technician CBT exam has a negative marking criterion. 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.

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