Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

The appointment will be made under the Secretariat for National Council for Clinical Establishments at NCDC, Shamnath Marg, Delhi.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

• Post: Consultant (Clinical Establishments)
• Essential Qualification: MBBS or BDS from a recognised university / institution.
• Desirable Qualification: Post-graduation in Public Health or Community Medicine.
• Age Slabs based on Post-Qualification Experience:
  • Up to 2 years of experience – Age limit up to 35 years
  • More than 2 years of experience – Age limit up to 45 years
  • 7 years or more of experience – Age limit up to 55 years
  • More than 12 years of experience – Age limit up to 60 years

Salary / Remuneration Structure

The consultant will be paid as per guidelines issued by MoHFW under O.M. No. Z.28015/10/2017-Est.-II dated 2 September 2021. The Consultant will be entitled to leave, annual increment, extension of contract, and TA/DA for official outstation visits as applicable under the Department of Health & Family Welfare guidelines for consultant engagement.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

1. Shortlisting: Eligible applications will be screened based on qualifications, experience, and age criteria.
2. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview before a selection committee constituted by the Ministry.

No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for attending the interview. The committee's decision on selection will be final.

How to Apply

1. Verify eligibility based on the required educational qualification and experience.
2. Prepare a detailed biodata in a standard format.
3. Gather self-attested copies of all documents supporting qualification and experience.
4. Send the application, along with the biodata and self-attested document copies, via email to the designated email address mentioned in the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Consultant Official Notification PDF.
5. Ensure the application is submitted by 22 October 2026, within 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.

Required Documents & Instructions for Candidates

• Detailed Biodata
• Self-attested copies of qualification documents (MBBS / BDS degree and mark sheets)
• Self-attested copies of experience documents on official letterhead
• Self-attested copy of post-graduation certificate (Public Health / Community Medicine), if applicable

Key Contractual Terms

• The appointment is purely contractual for one year from the date of joining, extendable by one more year based on performance.
• The consultant shall not claim regularization of appointment on any ground.
• The consultant is bound by the general administrative rules of the Central Government / Ministry of Health as applicable to contractual staff.
• Leave entitlement is 30 days per calendar year on a pro-rata basis; salary is deducted for additional leave.
• Biometric attendance is mandatory.
• Full-time engagement: 09:00 AM to 05:30 PM; official work beyond normal timings or on weekends/holidays may be required in case of exigency.
• The contract can be terminated by the Directorate General of Health Services / MoHFW at any time without assigning any reason, or by the consultant upon giving one month's notice.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for MoHFW Consultant Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the application by email is 22 October 2026, within 15 days of the advertisement publication date of 7 October 2026.

2. How is the MoHFW Consultant application submitted?

The application must be sent via email along with a detailed biodata and self-attested copies of qualification and experience documents. The application window is from 7 October 2026 to 22 October 2026.

3. What is the application fee for the MoHFW Consultant post?

The notification does not mention any application fee. There is no fee requirement stated in the advertisement.

4. Is the MoHFW Consultant post a permanent government job?

No. The appointment is purely on a contract basis for one year, extendable by one additional year depending on performance. The consultant has no claim for regularization. The contract can be terminated by the Ministry at any time.

5. What is the salary structure for the MoHFW Consultant post?

The monthly remuneration ranges from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,20,000, based on post-qualification experience (Rs. 50,000 for up to 2 years experience, up to Rs. 1,20,000 for more than 12 years experience), as per MoHFW O.M. No. Z.28015/10/2017-Est.-II dated 2 September 2021.

6. What are the qualification requirements for the MoHFW Consultant post?

The essential qualification is MBBS or BDS from a recognised institution. Post-graduation in Public Health or Community Medicine is desirable and may influence the experience-based pay slab assigned.

Official Links

• Download Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Consultant (Clinical Establishments) Official Notification PDF
• Visit the Official Website of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare