PGIMER Chandigarh Opens 134 Tenure Posts for Senior Residents and Senior Medical Officers
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh — one of India’s premier medical institutions — has issued a recruitment notification for 134 tenure posts: 110 Senior Residents (SR), 3 Senior Medical Officers (SMO), 4 Senior Demonstrators and 2 Junior Demonstrators at PGIMER Chandigarh, plus 13 SR and 2 SMO posts at the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur (Punjab). Posts are placed at Level-11 of the 7th CPC pay matrix (minimum ₹67,700 + NPA) for SR / SMO / Senior Demonstrator (Medical) and Level-10 / Level-6 for non-medical / junior demonstrator roles. Tenure: maximum 3 years.
The online application window is 25 April 2026 to 11 May 2026, with a Computer Based Test (CBT) on 22 May 2026, document verification and interview on 23 June 2026, and final result expected on 30 June 2026. If you are an MBBS / BDS holder with a PG degree (MD / MS / MDS) in the relevant specialty, this is one of the cleanest, fastest-cycling residency openings of the year. At GovtJobsAlert.in we lay out every department-wise vacancy, eligibility, age limit, exam pattern and step-by-step “How to Apply” below — relevant to every medical & healthcare aspirant targeting a tertiary care institute.
Key Highlights — PGIMER SR / SMO / Demonstrator Recruitment 2026
PGIMER is an autonomous central institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The recruitment covers clinical and non-clinical departments ranging from Anaesthesia, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Obst & Gynae, Pediatrics, Radio-diagnosis, Psychiatry, ENT, Ophthalmology, Orthopaedics, Pathology and many more. Selected candidates are deputed to PGIMER Chandigarh or the Sangrur Satellite Centre — Sangrur appointees do not have a claim on Chandigarh posts.
- Post Names: Senior Resident, Senior Medical Officer, Senior Demonstrator, Junior Demonstrator
- Total Vacancies: 134 (PGIMER Chandigarh: 119 + Sangrur: 15)
- Pay Level: Level-11 (SR / SMO / Sr. Demonstrator Medical) — minimum ₹67,700 + NPA
- Tenure: Maximum 3 years
- Last Date to Apply: 11 May 2026
Vacancy Breakdown — PGIMER 2026
| Centre | Post-type Split (SR / SMO / Sr. Dem / Jr. Dem) | Total |
|---|---|---|
| PGIMER Chandigarh | 110 / 3 / 4 / 2 | 119 |
| PGI Satellite, Sangrur | 13 / 2 / 0 / 0 | 15 |
| Grand Total | 123 / 5 / 4 / 2 | 134 |
PGIMER Chandigarh category-wise totals: UR 34, SC 22, ST 17, OBC 37, EWS 9. Sangrur category-wise: UR 7, SC 1, ST 1, OBC 5, EWS 1. PwBD horizontal reservation: 14 posts at Chandigarh (within total) plus identified posts at Sangrur. The notification covers high-demand departments like Anaesthesia (16+1), Obst & Gynae (13), Radio-diagnosis (10+1), General Surgery (7), Internal Medicine (6+1) and Hospital Administration (9).
Eligibility Criteria — PGIMER 2026
Educational Qualification
For Senior Residents (Medical) and SMO:
- Medical qualification under First / Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956
- Registration with Central / State Medical Council
- Postgraduate degree (MD / MS) in the concerned specialty (e.g. MD Anaesthesia, MS Surgery, MS Orthopaedics, MD Radio-diagnosis)
For Senior Residents (Dentistry, OHSC):
- Recognised Dental qualification under Dentists Act, 1948 + DCI / State Dental Council registration + MDS in the concerned specialty (Oral Surgery / Orthodontics / Prosthodontics / Periodontics)
For Senior Demonstrators (Non-Medical) / Junior Demonstrators:
- M.A. / M.Sc. / MPH in the relevant subject + Ph.D. (per specialty — Health Economics, Nutrition, Epidemiology, Health Promotion, Virology, Biochemistry)
Final qualifying degree must be obtained by 30 June 2026. Candidates who have already completed a 3-year SR tenure in the same discipline OR hold a DM / M.Ch. are not eligible for Senior Resident.
Age Limit (As on 11 May 2026)
Maximum 45 years, with relaxation: 5 years for SC / ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD (cap at 56 years), 5 years for Central Govt civilian employees (Group-A / B), and Ex-Servicemen as per GoI rules.
Other Conditions
A candidate may apply for only one department. Private practice is strictly prohibited during residency. Only Indian nationals are eligible.
What is the Salary for PGIMER SR / SMO 2026?
| Post | Pay Level | Minimum Basic (+ NPA where applicable) |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident / SMO | Level-11 | ₹67,700 + NPA |
| Sr. Demonstrator (Medical) | Level-11 | ₹67,700 + NPA |
| Sr. Demonstrator (Non-Medical) | Level-10 | ₹56,100 |
| Jr. Demonstrator (Medical) | Level-06 | ₹35,400 + NPA |
| Jr. Demonstrator (Non-Medical) | Level-06 | ₹35,400 |
In addition, posts carry the standard Central Government allowances — DA, HRA, TA — and admissible benefits per PGIMER rules. NPA (Non-Practicing Allowance) is admissible for medical posts.
The 3-year fixed-tenure structure offers candidates dense clinical exposure at a top tertiary care centre — invaluable for those preparing for super-specialty entrance or higher academic / faculty roles.
What is the Selection Process for PGIMER 2026?
Selection is a 3-stage process with a clear written + interview merit:
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 22 May 2026 — 50 questions × 1.5 marks = 75 marks total, 50 minutes, 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer
- Shortlisting — department-wise and category-wise in a 1:3 ratio
- Document Verification — 23 June 2026
- Departmental Interview & Assessment — 23 June 2026, 25 marks (clinical evaluation / lab testing / structured viva / personal interview)
Total marks: 100 (CBT 75 + Interview 25). Minimum qualifying marks: 40% (General / EWS) and 35% (SC / ST / OBC) separately in CBT and Interview. Examination centres: Chandigarh (Tricity), Delhi / NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata. Refer to our exam syllabus section for related medical exam patterns.
How to Apply Online for PGIMER 2026?
Applications are accepted online only through the PGIMER recruitment portal.
- Visit pgimer.edu.in and click on the Recruitment link at the homepage
- Register online with Advt. No. PGI/RC/051/2026/1180, name, DOB, mobile and email
- Login with the credentials received via email / mobile
- Fill the section-wise application form
- Upload required documents (matric, 10+2, MBBS / MD certificates, MCI / DCI registration, caste / category / EWS / PwBD certificate, recent photograph taken on / after 01 March 2026 with name and date, signature)
- Pay the application fee online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking — UPI to be avoided)
- Submit the application by 11 May 2026
- Take a printout for personal records
Documents to keep ready: Matric and 10+2 certificates, MBBS / BDS / PG degree certificates and marksheets, MCI / DCI registration, fresh OBC certificate (issued from 01.04.2026 to 11.05.2026 in DoPT format), EWS Income & Asset certificate (similar window), PwBD certificate (≥40% disability), NOC from current employer (if employed in Govt / Semi-Govt / Autonomous Body), recent photograph and signature.
Important Dates — PGIMER 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 24 April 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 25 April 2026 |
| Online Registration Closes | 11 May 2026 |
| Admit Card Available From | 16 May 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 22 May 2026 |
| CBT Result Declaration (Expected) | 29 May 2026 |
| Eligibility Notice Publication | 16 June 2026 |
| Document Verification & Interview | 23 June 2026 |
| Final Result (Expected) | 30 June 2026 |
| Age Cut-off Date | 11 May 2026 |
| Qualification Cut-off Date | 30 June 2026 |
Application Fees — PGIMER 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500 + Transaction Charges |
| SC / ST | ₹800 + Transaction Charges |
| PwBD | Exempted (Nil) |
Payment mode: online only via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. UPI is to be avoided. The fee is non-refundable.
Essential Links — PGIMER Recruitment 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Apply Online for PGIMER SR / SMO / Demonstrator 2026
- Visit PGIMER Chandigarh Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
If you are an MBBS / BDS holder with a PG degree (MD / MS / MDS) and want to spend up to 3 years at a tertiary care centre with structured pay, NPA and rich clinical learning, this PGIMER cycle is one of the cleanest residency openings this year — register early on the portal, take the CBT prep seriously and submit before 11 May 2026. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for more medical and healthcare government jobs and central institute alerts.