JIPMER has 9 Senior Resident posts open on an 11-month contract, and the whole selection is one interview. The pay is a flat Rs 1,28,359 a month, and the posts are in six departments, from Neurology to Transfusion Medicine.
The notice calls this a walk-in interview, which means you attend in person on a fixed day. You still cannot just turn up. You first fill in a Google Form and pay the fee online by 16.11.2026, 4:30 PM, and then you report with your original documents on 18.11.2026 at 7:00 AM at the JIPMER campus in Puducherry.
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Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Senior Resident (11-month contract) in Neurology, Neurosurgery, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Pathology, Radiodiagnosis and Transfusion Medicine |
| Organization | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry. It is an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | No.SR-CONT/1/2-2026/ADMN.VI, dated 02.11.2026 |
| Location | Puducherry, Karaikal and Yanam (Union Territory of Puducherry) |
| Total Vacancies | 9 (UR 6, OBC 2, SC 1) |
| Qualification | MD, MS or DNB in the same subject as the post (Neurosurgery and Neurology also accept MCh or DM / DrNB) |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 years as on 16.11.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Selection Process | Online registration → Shortlisting if needed → Certificate verification → Interview |
| Pay Scale | Rs 1,28,359 a month, fixed for the 11-month contract |
| How to Apply | Fill in the Google Form and pay the fee online (SBI Collect) by 16.11.2026 |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website / Apply Online | JIPMER official website | Registration Google Form |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement date | 02.11.2026 |
| Online registration opens | 02.11.2026 (Monday), 11:00 AM |
| Last date to register and pay the fee | 16.11.2026 (Monday), 4:30 PM |
| Cut-off date for age and qualification | 16.11.2026 |
| Certificate verification and interview reporting | 18.11.2026 (Wednesday), 7:00 AM sharp |
| Last entry on interview day | 8:30 AM, 18.11.2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | Rs 500 |
| OBC (NCL) | Rs 500 |
| EWS | Rs 500 |
| SC / ST | Rs 250 |
| PwBD | Nil (fee exempted) |
| Other rules | Pay only through SBI Collect. The bank may add a service charge, and the fee is never refunded. |
JIPMER Senior Resident Vacancy Details
| S.No. | Department | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Neurology | 2 | – | – | – | – | 2 |
| 2 | Neurosurgery | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 3 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 2 |
| 4 | Pathology | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| 5 | Radiodiagnosis | – | 1 | 1 | – | – | 2 |
| 6 | Transfusion Medicine | 1 | – | – | – | – | 1 |
| Grand Total | 6 | 2 | 1 | – | – | 9 |
UR means Unreserved, which is the general category. EWS is the Economically Weaker Section quota, and ST is Scheduled Tribe. Every resident recruited at Puducherry will work at the Karaikal campus on rotation. Radiodiagnosis residents will be sent to the Yanam unit regularly and will visit Karaikal on rotation.
PwBD candidates (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, meaning a disability of at least 40%, checked by the JIPMER Medical Board) get a 4% horizontal reservation, which means the 4% is counted inside every category instead of being a separate pool. If no candidate is found in the category a post is reserved for, people from other categories, including Unreserved, can be considered for up to 40 days. The authority can extend that period.
Eligibility Criteria
| Criterion | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian citizens only |
| Educational Qualification | An NMC-recognised MD, MS or DNB in the same subject as the post, from a recognised university or institute. NMC is the National Medical Commission, which regulates medical education in India. |
| Neurosurgery | MS or DNB in Surgery. MCh or DrNB (Neurosurgery), or an equivalent degree, can also apply. |
| Neurology | MD or DNB in Medicine or Paediatrics. DM or DrNB (Neurology), or an equivalent degree, can also apply. |
| Age Limit | Maximum 45 years as on 16.11.2026 Check your age eligibility → |
| Course completion | You must finish every requirement of the degree by 16.11.2026. That includes the exam and the mandatory Junior Residency (the resident-doctor training in your PG course), if your course has one. |
| Medical registration | NMC registration for your MBBS and PG or DNB degree, and for DM, MCh or DrNB if you use one |
| Government employees | Need an NOC (No Objection Certificate, a letter from your employer allowing you to apply). Without it you cannot appear for the interview. |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Extra years allowed |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR or EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC / ST) | 15 years |
So an OBC candidate can be up to 48 years old on 16.11.2026, and an SC or ST candidate up to 50.
Who Should Apply
- This is an 11-month contract, not a regular job. The pay stays the same for the full period, and extra duties given to you carry no extra allowance.
- It is for doctors who already hold their PG degree. Every requirement, including the final exam and any Junior Residency, must be finished by 16.11.2026. If your result will come later, the notice says you need not apply.
- Expect to work in Karaikal. Even the posts advertised under JIPMER Puducherry are posted to the Karaikal campus on rotation, and Radiodiagnosis residents also go to Yanam. Check that you can live and work there.
- There is no written exam to prepare for. The interview alone decides your rank, and if two candidates score the same, the older one ranks higher.
- If you work in a government hospital, PSU or autonomous body, get your NOC from your employer first. Without it you will not be allowed to appear for the interview.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online registration | Fill in the Google Form and upload your photo, signature, certificates and fee receipt by 16.11.2026, 4:30 PM. Enter your details carefully, because the form cannot be changed after you submit it. |
| 2. Shortlisting (only if needed) | If many applications arrive, the authority may shortlist candidates for the interview using its own criteria. Shortlisted candidates are called provisionally, so they can still be dropped later if their documents do not match. |
| 3. Certificate verification | 18.11.2026, 7:00 AM sharp, at the Administrative Block, JIPMER Puducherry. Only candidates whose certificates are in order can sit the interview. Nobody is entertained after 8:30 AM. |
| 4. Personal interview | In person, and it carries 100% of the marks. Your turn may come later in the day, depending on how many candidates have applied. |
| 5. Final merit list | Made category-wise (SC, ST, OBC, UR, EWS and PwBD) from interview marks only. A tie is broken by date of birth, and the older candidate ranks higher. A waiting list is used only if needed, and being on it does not promise an offer. |
In short: there is no written test. Your interview marks alone decide your rank, so bring complete documents and be at the venue before 8:30 AM.
JIPMER Senior Resident Salary and Benefits
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Monthly pay | Rs 1,28,359, consolidated |
| Contract period | 11 months |
| Pay increase | None during the contract |
| Extra duty allowance | None. No extra allowance is paid for any duty assigned to you. |
| Travel | No travelling or other allowance for the interview or for joining |
In plain terms, Rs 1,28,359 a month is the fixed amount for all 11 months. The notice calls it consolidated and does not list any separate allowances.
Terms of Engagement
| Term | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type of job | Full time. Private practice of any type is not allowed. |
| Duty | You may work in shifts and can be posted anywhere in the institute, as decided by the Medical Superintendent, Dean or Director. |
| Joining time | 15 days from selection. In exceptional cases with a good reason, 14 more days can be given and nothing beyond that. If you do not join in time, the offer is cancelled and goes to the waiting list. |
| Medical fitness | You must be declared medically fit by the competent Medical Board. |
| Conduct | You must not have been convicted by any court. If any disciplinary case is pending at your earlier workplace, tell JIPMER in writing at verification. |
How to Apply
- Open the JIPMER website and click the link for Recruitment to the post of Senior Resident on contractual basis at Puducherry/Karaikal/Yanam – November 2026. You can also use the registration Google Form directly. Read the full advertisement first.
- Start the Google Form. Your full name must match your Government photo ID and your MBBS degree, in the same spelling and order.
- Pay the fee online: on the JIPMER home page click Online Payment, tick the terms box on the SBI Collect page, click Proceed and choose RESIDENT RECRUITMENT FEE. Fill in the notification number (No.SR-CONT/1/2-2026/ADMN.VI), the date (02.11.2026), the post (Senior Resident), your department, category and contact details. Then pay and save the payment copy.
- Upload your photo, signature, certificates and the payment copy in the Google Form. Check the preview to make sure the photo and signature are clearly visible.
- Submit the form before 16.11.2026, 4:30 PM. On 18.11.2026 carry all originals and 3 passport size photos to the 5th Floor, Telemedicine Room, IT Wing, Administrative Block, JIPMER Campus, Puducherry, by 7:00 AM.
Note: once you submit, nothing can be changed. If you find a mistake, you must submit a new application with the fee again, and the earlier one is cancelled automatically.
Documents Required
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| Photograph | Recent colour photo with a light background, held with a placard showing your name and the date. 30 mm × 45 mm, JPG, 20–80 KB, saved as Candidate Photograph.jpg Resize your photo and signature → |
| Signature | Signed in black ball pen on plain white paper and cropped to 80 mm × 35 mm. JPG, 20–80 KB, saved as Candidate Signature.jpg |
| Government photo ID | Aadhaar, PAN, Identity Card or Driving Licence. Your name must match your MBBS degree. |
| Age proof | Birth certificate or 10th marksheet |
| MBBS documents | MBBS degree certificate and internship completion certificate |
| PG degree | MD, MS or DNB degree or provisional certificate. DM, MCh or DrNB too, if you have one. |
| PG conduct certificate | Course cum conduct certificate showing you completed Junior Residency. If your PG ends on or before 16.11.2026, also a bonafide certificate from your Dean or Principal. |
| NMC registration | For MBBS and PG or DNB, and for DM, MCh or DrNB if you have one |
| Residence proof | Residence certificate from a Tahsildar or Deputy Tahsildar (or higher), or Aadhaar, voter ID or passport |
| SC / ST certificate | In the Annexure-II format given in the notice, if you apply under SC or ST |
| OBC (NCL) certificate | Valid for the central government and issued in 2026-27, in the Annexure-I format, with the signed declaration. NCL means Non-Creamy Layer, which shows your family income is below the OBC limit. |
| EWS certificate | In the Annexure-III format, valid on the date you apply. EWS means family income below Rs 8 lakh a year. |
| Regional-language certificates | Upload an English copy attested by a Gazetted Officer as well |
| Disability certificate (PwBD only) | From a Medical Board of a State or Central Govt hospital, countersigned by its head, in the Annexure-V format |
| NOC from employer | Only if you work in a government hospital, PSU or autonomous body. Annexure-IV format. |
| Fee payment receipt | SBI Collect payment copy, uploaded in the Google Form |
| File rule for certificates | JPEG, JPG or PDF, maximum 1 MB each |
| Carry on 18.11.2026 | All originals and 3 passport size photos |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification (PDF) | Download Official Notification (PDF) |
| Apply Online | Registration Google Form |
| Bio-Data Form | Download Bio-Data Form (DOCX) |
| Official Announcement Page | JIPMER Senior Resident announcement |
| Official Website | JIPMER official website |
| Telegram | Join Telegram Channel |
| Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Type your name exactly as it appears on your Government photo ID and your MBBS degree, in the same spelling and order. If the two differ, get the document corrected before you apply.
- Take the photograph holding a placard with your name and the date, and do not edit the placard in later. An edited photo gets the application rejected.
- Check the form preview before you submit. If your photo or signature looks small or unclear there, the notice says your application will be rejected.
- Pay only through SBI Collect. Cheques, drafts and cash are not accepted, and the fee is never refunded.
- OBC candidates need an NCL certificate issued in the current financial year, in the notice’s Annexure-I format, and the sub-caste must be on the central OBC list. Otherwise the application is rejected.
- Reach the venue before 7:00 AM and never later than 8:30 AM. Nobody is entertained after that, and mobile phones are not allowed in the interview hall, even switched off.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for JIPMER Senior Resident 2026?
You must fill in the Google Form and pay the fee by 16.11.2026, 4:30 PM.
How many Senior Resident posts are there?
There are 9 posts: Neurology 2, Neurosurgery 1, Obstetrics and Gynaecology 2, Pathology 1, Radiodiagnosis 2 and Transfusion Medicine 1.
What qualification is needed?
You need an MD, MS or DNB in the same subject as the post, recognised by the NMC (National Medical Commission), and every requirement must be complete by 16.11.2026.
What is the pay for a JIPMER Senior Resident?
It is Rs 1,28,359 a month, fixed for the whole 11-month contract with no increase.
What is the age limit?
You can be at most 45 years old on 16.11.2026, with 3 extra years for OBC and 5 extra years for SC or ST candidates.
Is there a written exam?
No, the interview carries 100% of the marks, although JIPMER may shortlist candidates first if many people apply.
How much is the application fee and how do I pay it?
The fee is Rs 500 for UR, OBC (NCL) and EWS candidates and Rs 250 for SC and ST candidates, PwBD candidates pay nothing, and payment is only through SBI Collect.
Can I just walk in on 18.11.2026 without registering?
No, you must register through the Google Form by 16.11.2026, and only candidates whose certificates are verified can sit the interview.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
