Punjab Health Department Hiring 630 Medical Officers Through BFUHS
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot, has released a huge recruitment notification for 630 Medical Officer (General) posts on behalf of the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Punjab, in 2026. This is a golden opportunity for MBBS doctors who want a secure and respected medical government job in the Punjab health service. With a strong 7th Pay Commission salary and a large number of vacancies, this is one of the biggest medical recruitments of the year for young doctors in the state.
The online application is open from 16 July 2026 to 5 August 2026, so apply early. In this article, we explain everything in simple language — category-wise vacancies, eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, application fee, and important dates. To apply, you need an MBBS degree, medical council registration and basic Punjabi language knowledge. Read every section carefully so you do not miss anything. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for the latest Punjab government job alerts, and we will guide you through the BFUHS application.
Key Highlights — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
BFUHS is Punjab’s premier health sciences university and is conducting this recruitment for the state Health Department. As a Medical Officer, you will serve patients across Punjab’s government hospitals and health centres — a noble and secure career with an excellent salary.
- Organisation: BFUHS, Faridkot (for the Health & Family Welfare Department, Punjab)
- Post Name: Medical Officer (General)
- Total Vacancies: 630 (540 fresh + 90 backlog)
- Salary: Pay Matrix Level 9, starting ₹53,100 per month
- Job Location: Punjab
- Last Date to Apply: 5 August 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
The 630 Medical Officer posts are distributed across the Punjab reservation categories as summarised below. The full sub-category details are available in the official notification.
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| Ex-Servicemen (ESM) | 262 |
| General | 105 |
| EWS | 86 |
| Physically Handicapped | 64 |
| Sports | 46 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 39 |
| Backward Classes (BC) | 23 |
| Freedom Fighter | 5 |
| Total | 630 |
Around 202 posts are reserved for women, counted horizontally within the categories shown above. The vacancies include both 540 fresh posts and 90 backlog posts.
Eligibility Criteria — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
You must be a qualified and registered doctor with basic Punjabi knowledge, and within the age limit. Please check every point below.
Educational Qualification
- MBBS Degree from a recognised institution.
- Registration with the Punjab Medical Council or any duly constituted Medical Council in India.
- Knowledge of Punjabi up to Matriculation standard (or you must acquire it within six months of joining the service).
If you are an MBBS doctor searching for a stable government job in Punjab, this Medical Officer post is an excellent choice.
Age Limit
- Applicants must be between 18 and 37 years of age, calculated as on 1 January 2026.
- Age relaxation: SC / BC +5 years, Physically Handicapped +10 years, Ex-Servicemen as per rules, government employees up to 45 years, and certain categories of women up to 40 years.
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What is the Salary for BFUHS Medical Officer 2026?
The Medical Officer post is placed in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 9, giving new doctors an attractive and secure income.
- Starting Basic Pay: ₹53,100 per month
- Pay Level: Level 9 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (₹53,100 – ₹1,67,800)
- Benefits: allowances and service benefits as applicable to Punjab Government employees.
This makes the post financially rewarding from day one, with regular increments and the security of a state government job. For a fresh MBBS doctor, a Level 9 pay scale in a permanent government post is an excellent start, offering both a strong income and long-term stability. Selected doctors also enjoy medical, leave and other service benefits available to Punjab Government employees.
This is a regular direct-recruitment post governed by the Punjab Civil Services rules, not a contractual engagement — so you get a settled, pensionable-style career serving the people of Punjab.
What is the Selection Process for BFUHS Medical Officer 2026?
The selection is straightforward — based on a written examination followed by counselling.
- Written Examination: carrying 100 marks. A candidate must score a minimum of 33% to be declared eligible for selection.
- Counselling: eligible candidates are called for counselling as per their inter-se merit and reservation.
There is no extra weightage for higher qualifications, so every candidate competes on the same footing based on the written test. Prepare well by revising your MBBS subjects — medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and community medicine are commonly tested in medical officer exams. To track your result and merit list updates, keep checking the latest results section on GovtJobsAlert.in.
How to Apply Online for BFUHS Medical Officer 2026?
Applications are accepted online only. Follow these steps carefully:
- Visit the BFUHS official website (link in the Essential Links section below).
- Open the Medical Officer recruitment link and read the full notification.
- Fill the online application form with your details.
- Upload your documents, photograph and signature.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and save the confirmation for your records.
Important Dates — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 5 August 2026 |
Application Fees — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All except SC | ₹2,360 |
| SC | ₹1,180 |
The fee is non-refundable and includes 18% GST. It must be paid online during the application process.
Essential Links — BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for BFUHS Medical Officer 2026
- Visit BFUHS Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Punjab Government Jobs
Serving as a Medical Officer in Punjab is a noble and secure way to build your medical career. With 630 posts on offer, this is a rare large-scale opening — so apply before 5 August 2026 and prepare well for the written exam. For more state and other government jobs, keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in, your trusted partner for genuine job alerts.