JIPMER Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Notification, Eligibility, Salary, Exam Date

JIPMER Senior Resident Recruitment 2026: Comprehensive Notification Guide

1. Recruitment Overview

The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has released a notification for the recruitment of Senior Residents on a regular tenure basis.

This is a significant opportunity for medical postgraduates seeking clinical experience in a premier government medical institution. The recruitment is for a tenure of 3 years and involves a competitive recruitment process consisting of a Written Test followed by a Personal Interview. Selected candidates will be posted at JIPMER, Puducherry, and may be rotated to the Karaikal campus.

2. Key Highlights Table

3. Vacancy Details (Department-wise)

Total Vacancies: 22 (Subject to variation)

Note: If EWS vacancies remain unfilled, the posts may be filled on a merit basis from General/UR or other categories. All recruited SRs at Puducherry shall be posted to work at JIPMER Karaikal Campus on a rotation basis (minimum 3 months).

4. Eligibility Criteria

A. Educational Qualification

• Medical/Surgical Departments (Anatomy, Biochemistry, CTVS, General Medicine, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Pathology, PM&R, Pharmacology, Physiology): An NMC/MCI-recognized postgraduate medical degree of MD/MS/DNB in the respective discipline from a recognized University/Institute.
• Neonatology: Candidates with DM in the concerned discipline (or equivalent) are also eligible.
• CTVS: MS/DNB in General Surgery AND M.Ch/DNB in CTVS (or M.Ch/DNB in Vascular Surgery).

B. Age Limit & Relaxation

Upper Age Limit: Not exceeding 45 years.

Crucial Date for Age Calculation: 28.02.2026 (Must possess qualifying degree by this date).

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST: 5 years
• OBC: 3 years
• PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years
• PwBD (OBC): 13 years
• PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years

C. Mandatory Requirements

• Permanent Medical Registration (UG & PG).
• Candidates must not have completed 3 years

5. Examination Structure & Selection Process

The selection involves a Written Test followed by an Interview. Candidates must appear at JIPMER Puducherry.

Stage 1: Written Test

• Date: 26.02.2026 (Thursday)
• Time: 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM
• Reporting Time: 08:00 AM (Candidates arriving after 08:30 AM will not be allowed).
• Mode: English Medium, Objective Type (Single Best Response).
• Questions: 40 Questions (Concerned Specialty).
• Max Marks: 80 (2 Marks per question).
• Negative Marking: None.

Shortlisting for Interview

Minimum Eligibility Scores (Written Test):

• UR / EWS: 50% (40/80 Marks)
• UR-PwBD: 45% (36/80 Marks)
• SC / ST / OBC: 40% (32/80 Marks)

Stage 2: Interview

• Date: 26.02.2026 (02:00 PM onwards)
• Venue: Room No. G-104, Ground Floor, Administrative Block, JIPMER, Puducherry.
• Marks: 20 Marks (Based on performance, awards, publications, etc.).
• Certificate Verification: Mandatory on the same day (Reporting: 01:30 PM).

Final Merit List

• Weightage: Written Test (80%) + Interview (20%).
• Tie-Breaker: Elder candidate (earlier date of birth) ranks higher.

6. Application Fee

Mode of Payment: Online via SBI Collect only. No other mode (DD/Cheque) is accepted.

7. How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.jipmer.edu.in.
2. Navigate to Recruitment: Find the link "RECRUITMENT TO THE POST OF SENIOR RESIDENT ON REGULAR (TENURE) BASIS AT PUDUCHERRY–FEBRUARY 2026".
3. Google Form Registration: Fill the online Google Form with accurate details. Ensure your name matches your Govt. ID and Degree Certificate exactly.
4. Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of required certificates (Age proof, MBBS/MD/MS Degrees, Internship, Medical Registration, Caste/Category Certificates, NOC if employed). File size limits: Photo/Sig (20-80 KB), Certificates (Max 1 MB).
5. Pay Application Fee: Click "Online Payment" -> SBI Collect. Select "RESIDENT RECRUITMENT FEE", enter notification details, and pay via Net Banking/Debit/Credit Card.
6. Submit: Final submission must be done by 24.02.2026 (04:30 PM).
7. Late Registration: Candidates failing to register online may still appear on the exam day (26.02.2026) before 08:30 AM for registration and fee payment.

8. Important Dates

9. Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Download from JIPMER Website
• Apply Online (Google Form): Click Here to Apply
• Official Website: www.jipmer.edu.in