The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) is the apex autonomous research organization under the Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, dedicated to the scientific advancement and promotion of Ayurveda. Established in 1978, CCRAS coordinates, formulates, develops, and promotes research on Ayurvedic principles, medicines, therapies, and healthcare practices through a nationwide network of research institutes, centers, and clinical units.

Headquartered in New Delhi, CCRAS conducts multidisciplinary research in medicinal plants, drug standardization, clinical validation, pharmacology, literary research, public health, and integrative healthcare. The council plays a vital role in generating scientific evidence for Ayurvedic treatments and developing innovative healthcare solutions based on traditional Indian medicine. It also collaborates with national and international institutions to promote evidence-based Ayurveda and healthcare research.

CCRAS offers excellent opportunities for researchers, Ayurvedic doctors, scientists, pharmacists, botanists, biotechnologists, healthcare professionals, technical experts, and administrative personnel dedicated to advancing traditional medicine and public health.