AIIMS Mangalagiri Recruitment 2026: 2 Associate Professor Posts – Apply Online @ aiimsmangalagiri.edu.in

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Note: The Pay Level of 13-A1+ corresponds to the MoH&FW (INI-I-Section), Govt. of India Letter No. V-16020/28/2017-INI-I (Pt.), dated 23 August 2018. NPA (Non-Practicing Allowance) is admissible for medically qualified candidates only. All posts carry usual allowances admissible to Central Government employees of similar status at AIIMS, Mangalagiri.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

Associate Professor – General Surgery (General Discipline)

• A medical qualification included in the First or Second Schedule, or Part II of the Third Schedule, to the Indian Medical Council Act of 1956 (candidates possessing qualifications in Part II of the Third Schedule must also fulfil conditions specified in Section 13(3) of the Act).
• A postgraduate qualification, e.g. M.D./M.S., or a recognised qualification equivalent thereto, in the respective discipline/subject.
• Experience: Six years of teaching and/or research experience in a recognised institution in the subject of specialty after obtaining the qualifying degree of M.D./M.S. or a qualification recognised as equivalent thereto.

Associate Professor – Neurosurgery (Super-Specialty Discipline)

• A medical qualification included in the First or Second Schedule, or Part II of the Third Schedule, to the Indian Medical Council Act of 1956.
• A postgraduate qualification, e.g. M.D./M.S., or a recognised qualification equivalent thereto, in the respective discipline/subject.
• And/or D.M. (2-year, 3-year, or 5-year recognised course) in the respective discipline for medical super-specialties, or M.Ch. (2-year, 3-year, or 5-year recognised course) in the respective discipline for surgical super-specialties, or a qualification recognised as equivalent thereto.
• Experience – Option A: Four years of teaching and/or research experience after obtaining D.M./M.Ch. (2-year or 5-year recognised course after MBBS).
• Experience – Option B: Three years of teaching and/or research experience after obtaining a 3-year recognised D.M./M.Ch. qualification.

DNB Equivalence Clause: Candidates holding DNB in broad or super-specialities must produce documentary evidence of DNB equivalence with M.D./M.S./D.M./M.Ch. as per MCI New Delhi notification dated 31 October 2018. DNB candidates trained under Para 2(a) & (b) of that notification do not require extra experience; those trained under Para 2(c) & (d) require 1 year & 2 years extra experience respectively.

Reservation & Age Relaxation: 4% horizontal reservation for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) as per GoI guidelines. One year relaxation in teaching/research experience for SC/ST candidates. Age relaxation: 10 years for PwBD; 5 years for SC/ST; 3 years for OBC; 5 years for Government servants (as per DoPT instructions). Age is counted as on the closing date of the online application. OCI cardholders under Section 7(A) of the Citizenship Act, 1955 are eligible to apply for teaching posts as per MHA Order No. 26011/52/2016-OCI dated 02 August 2018. Experience is counted as on 31 December 2026.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Step 1 – Online Application & Hard Copy Verification: Candidates submit the online application on the AIIMS Mangalagiri website, pay the application fee, download the signed application, and submit the hard copy with all documents via Speed Post/Courier to the Recruitment Cell within 10 days of the online closing date. Self-attested documents must also be emailed as a single PDF to [email protected].
2. Step 2 – Document Verification: Candidates called for interview must produce all relevant original documents for verification before the interview. They may also be asked to submit an affidavit/declaration as decided by AIIMS Mangalagiri at the time of interview.
3. Step 3 – Interview by Standing Selection Committee: After verification of documents, the duly constituted Standing Selection Committee shall conduct the interview/selection process for only eligible candidates. Candidates must score minimum qualifying marks (suitability standard) in the interview for empanelment in the order of merit:

Screening Clause: Candidates not scoring the minimum qualifying marks/suitability standard will not be considered for selection irrespective of their merit position. Mere appearing in the interview does not confer any right to selection. No correspondence or queries will be entertained regarding conduction and result of the interview or reasons for not being called for interview. No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. All disputes will be subject to jurisdiction of Court of Law at Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. Appointment is subject to medical fitness as declared by the competent Medical Board and a probation period of two years. Selected candidates will not be given a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to apply for other posts/institutes for a period of one year from the date of joining.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

The following documents are required at every stage of the recruitment process:

• Original Matriculation (10th) Certificate / Birth Certificate as proof of date of birth.
• All degree and consolidated mark sheets (from SSC to postgraduate level).
• Teaching/research experience certificates on official letterhead clearly showing the duration (from-to) and nature of experience (teaching or research) at a recognised institution in the relevant specialty.
• Registration certificates – Undergraduate (MBBS) and Postgraduate (MD/MS/DM/M.Ch).
• Best five publications for shortlisted interview candidates.
• Valid category/caste certificate in Central Government prescribed format – OBC (non-creamy layer) issued on or after 01 April 2026; EWS certificate issued on or after 01 April 2026; SC/ST certificate as per GoI guidelines.
• Disability certificate issued by a competent authority in prescribed format for PwBD candidates.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the parent department/organisation for candidates employed in Central/State Govt, Autonomous Institutions, Statutory Organisations, or PSUs.
• Annexure I (List of Enclosures) and Annexure II (Candidate Brief in PowerPoint format) – to be completed by all candidates. Download AIIMS Mangalagiri Recruitment Annexures I & II in Word Format
• Signed hard copy of the online application super-scribed with "Application for the post of ___________ in the Department of ___________", sent via Speed Post/Courier to: Recruitment Cell, Room No. 205, 2nd Floor, Library & Admin Building, AIIMS Mangalagiri, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh – 522503.
• Self-attested documents as a single PDF to [email protected] with application ID and post applied in the subject line.
• Two recent passport-size photographs and valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter ID/PAN) for candidates appearing at interview.

Download Official Notification

For complete details, candidates are advised to download and read the official advertisement: Download AIIMS Mangalagiri Faculty Direct Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date for AIIMS Mangalagiri Faculty Recruitment 2026 online application?

The online application closing date for AIIMS Mangalagiri Associate Professor recruitment is 30 days from the date of publication in the Employment Newspaper. The institute website published the advertisement on 17 September 2026, placing the expected closing date at 17 October 2026. However, the final closing date will be intimated once the Employment Newspaper publication date is confirmed. Candidates should submit their hard copies within 10 days of the online closing date.

Where should the hard copy application be sent?

The signed hard copy of the online application along with all supporting documents must be sent through Speed Post/Courier to: Recruitment Cell, Room No. 205, 2nd Floor, Library & Admin Building, AIIMS Mangalagiri, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh – 522503. The envelope must be super-scribed with "Application for the post of ___________ in the Department of ___________". The hard copy must reach the institute within 10 days of the online closing date.

What is the application fee for AIIMS Mangalagiri Faculty recruitment?

The application fee is Rs. 3,100 for UR/EWS/OBC candidates (Rs. 3,000 application fee + Rs. 100 processing fee); Rs. 2,100 for SC/ST/Women candidates (Rs. 2,000 + Rs. 100); and Rs. 100 for PwBD candidates (application fee is exempted, processing fee of Rs. 100 is applicable). The fee is non-refundable once remitted. Separate fees must be paid for each post applied for.

What is the nature of employment for these AIIMS Mangalagiri Associate Professor posts?

These are permanent Group A posts of Associate Professor at AIIMS Mangalagiri, filled on Direct Recruitment / Deputation basis by an Autonomous Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. Appointments carry a probation period of two years, are governed by the Act establishing AIIMS Mangalagiri, and include all usual allowances admissible to Central Government employees of similar status. Private practice is strictly prohibited for appointees.

What is the salary structure for AIIMS Mangalagiri Associate Professor posts?

The Associate Professor posts at AIIMS Mangalagiri carry a pay of Level 13-A1+ of the Pay Matrix as per MoH&FW Letter No. V-16020/28/2017-INI-I (Pt.) dated 23 August 2018. The minimum pay is Rs. 1,38,300 per month, plus NPA (Non-Practicing Allowance) for medically qualified candidates, along with all usual allowances (HRA, DA, TA) admissible to Central Government employees. Assessment promotion may be considered after rendering fixed years of service at a grade.

Is any TA/DA paid for appearing in the AIIMS Mangalagiri interview?

No TA/DA (Travel Allowance / Daily Allowance) will be paid to candidates for appearing in the interview at AIIMS Mangalagiri. All expenses for travel and stay during the interview process must be borne by the candidate.