Offline Application Notice: Submit physical application/option before 25 November 2026.
Safdarjang Hospital & Vardhman Mahavir Medical College Delhi 🟢 Applications Open Offline

VMMC Recruitment 2026: 470 Senior Resident – Apply Offline @ vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in

Vacancies: 470 Last Date: 25 November 2026 Notification: Advt. No. Recruitment/Rect/2026
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⚡ Quick Facts & Key Highlights

Recruiting Body Safdarjang Hospital & Vardhman Mahavir Medical College
State / Jurisdiction Delhi
Total Posts 470
Last Date for Application 25 November 2026
Salary / Pay Scale Pay Level-11
Application Fee Rs. 1,200/- (General/EWS/OBC) | Rs. 0 (SC/ST/PWD)
Mode of Application Offline (By Post / Physical Submission)
Selection Process Written / Online Examination (CBT)

About VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Recruitment

V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, a Government of India medical college and hospital located in New Delhi, has issued Advertisement No. ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC for 470 Senior Resident posts on a regular basis across 42 departments and specialties. Of these, 439 posts are at the main campus and 31 posts at the satellite Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Najafgarh. The recruitment is conducted through the Office of the Director, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital.

Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale

Total: 470 Senior Resident posts — 439 at VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital (including 86 backlog reserved: SC-24, ST-17, OBC-45) and 31 at RHTC, Najafgarh. An additional 29 posts are reserved horizontally for PwBD (Divyangjan) as per DOPT rules.

S.No.Department / SpecialtyVacancies
1Anaesthesia76
2Anatomy1
3Biochemistry4
4Cancer Surgery3
5Cardiac Anaesthesia6
6Cardiology9
7Community Medicine4
8CTVS20
9Dental Surgery (Oral Surgery)1
10Dental Surgery (Periodontics)1
11Emergency Medicine6
12Endocrinology8
13ENT2
14Forensic Medicine7
15Lab Oncology3
16Medical Oncology10
17Medicine38
18Microbiology5
19Nephrology5
20Neuro Surgery24
21Neurology17
22Nuclear Medicine6
23Obst & Gynae31
24Ophthalmology6
25Orthopaedics14
26Paediatrics23
27Paediatrics Surgery6
28Pathology17
29Pharmacology7
30Physiology5
31PMR2
32Psychiatry2
33Pulmonary Medicine8
34Radiation Oncology4
35Radiology21
36Renal Transplant8
37Reproductive Medicine2
38SIC Ortho19
39SIC Rehab3
40SIC Sports Medicine5
41Surgery27
42Urology4
Main Campus Total439

Vacancies at RHTC, Najafgarh (31 Posts)

S.No.Department / SpecialtyVacancies
1Anaesthesia5
2Medicine5
3Obst & Gynae6
4Ophthalmology1
5Paediatrics6
6Psychiatry1
7SIC Ortho3
8Surgery4
RHTC Najafgarh Total31

Pay Scale: Rs. 67,700/- per month in Pay Level-11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission, plus other admissible allowances as per Government of India Rules.

Eligibility Criteria & Educational Qualification

  • General Requirement: MBBS with a PG Degree / Diploma / DNB in the concerned specialty, recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC). Candidate must be registered with the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) before joining.
  • Dental Surgery Posts (Oral Surgery & Periodontics): MDS recognized by the Dental Council of India (DCI); candidate must be registered with the Delhi Dental Council before joining.
  • Emergency Medicine: MBBS with PG in Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Anaesthesiology, Pulmonary Medicine, General Surgery, Trauma Surgery, or an equivalent recognized qualification. Priority to Emergency Medicine recognized by NMC.
  • Endocrinology / Medical Oncology: PG in Medicine or Paediatrics (Medical Oncology also accepts Radiation Oncology).
  • Pulmonary Medicine: PG in Pulmonary Medicine, Medicine, or Paediatrics.
  • Age Limit (as on 25 November 2026): General/EWS – 45 years | OBC – 48 years | SC/ST – 50 years | PwBD – relaxable as per Govt. of India rules.
  • Eligibility Date: PG examination must be passed on or before 25 November 2026. DNB candidates: both theory and practical results declared by that date. PG tenure completion on or before 31 December 2026.

Selection Process & Screening Clause

Selection is carried out in two stages based on a combined merit list:

StageMaximum MarksDetails
Screening Test (Written MCQ)60One hour, objective type; 1 mark per correct answer; ¼ mark negative marking for each wrong answer; no negative marking for unattempted questions.
Department Assessment (Interview)40Conducted for candidates qualifying the screening test (up to 3× the vacancies per category).
  • Merit List: Prepared on combined Screening Test + Assessment marks. Candidates equal to vacancies are selected in each category; a waiting list panel of equal size is also prepared.
  • No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the written examination or interview.
  • Admit Card: To be downloaded from www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in. No separate call letters will be issued. Bring hard copy of admit card with original photo ID.
  • Candidates with publications, CME/conference paper presentations, or MBBS/PG distinction awards must bring copies at interview for additional marks.

Application Fee & Payment Instructions

CategoryFee
General / EWS / OBCRs. 1,200/- (Non-refundable)
SC / ST / PWDRs. 0 (Exempted)

Payment Mode: NEFT / RTGS / IMPS / UPI only.

  • Account Holder: SJH AND VMMC EXAM FEE A/C
  • Bank: Bank of Baroda
  • Account No.: 26400 1000 23808
  • IFSC Code: BARB0SAFECX (fifth character is zero)
  • MICR Code: 110012067

The transaction receipt must be attached to the application; applications without it will be rejected. Write the UTR/reference number, date of payment, and candidate's name on the receipt.

How to Apply (Offline Mode)

  1. Pay the fee (for General/EWS/OBC) via NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/UPI and retain the receipt.
  2. Fill in the application in prescribed Annexure-I format — select only ONE department/specialty.
  3. Fill in the Admit Card proforma (Annexure-II) with a 4cm × 5cm photo and cross signature — attach as the last document.
  4. Attach self-attested copies of all documents in check-list order with page numbers written on each page.
  5. Address the envelope to Director, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi – 110029 and submit at the Diary & Dispatch Section (near Gate No. 2, adjacent to Bank of Baroda, Safdarjung Hospital Branch) — or send by post with the envelope marked: "Application for the post of Senior Resident in the Department of ______".
  6. Submit between 10 November 2026 and 25 November 2026, till 03:00 PM. Applications received after 25 November 2026 will not be considered under any circumstances.

Required Documents for Candidates

To Attach with the Application

  • Permanent DMC/DDC Registration Certificate (MBBS/BDS and MD/MS/DNB/Diploma/MDS)
  • MD / MS / DNB / MDS Degree or Diploma Certificate
  • Provisional Passing Certificate or Mark-Sheet
  • MBBS Degree Certificate
  • Secondary School Certificate (10th class) as age proof
  • EWS / PwBD / Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Transaction Receipt of application fee (General/EWS/OBC candidates)
  • One recent passport-size photograph
  • Completed Admit Card (Annexure-II) attached as the last document

Originals for Document Verification on Interview Day

  • 10th class certificate for age proof
  • DMC registration for MBBS and PG (or DDC/State registration for Dental)
  • MD/MS/DNB passing certificate and experience certificate (if any)
  • SC/ST/OBC caste certificate in prescribed Govt. of India format (OBC on or after 01-04-2026 in DOPT format)
  • EWS Income & Asset Certificate (on or after 01-04-2026) with Form 16/ITR for FY 2025-26
  • PwBD certificate in prescribed format

Important Instructions

  • Only ONE application and ONE department/specialty allowed — duplicate submissions result in cancellation of candidature.
  • Incomplete or unsigned applications will be rejected.
  • No separate call letters for examination/interview — shortlist displayed on official website.
  • No TA/DA for examination or interview attendance.
  • Govt./PSU employees must submit No Objection Certificate at interview if shortlisted.
  • Legal jurisdiction for disputes is Delhi courts only.

Important Dates

EventDate
Notification Released06 November 2026
Application Window Opens10 November 2026
Last Date to Submit Application25 November 2026, till 03:00 PM
Admit Card DownloadTo be announced on official website
Written Screening TestAs per Schedule

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the last date to apply for VMMC Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application is 25 November 2026, till 03:00 PM. Applications received after this time will not be considered under any circumstances. The application window opens on 10 November 2026.

2. How and where do I submit the application form?

The application is submitted offline. Fill the prescribed Annexure-I format and submit it in person at the Diary & Dispatch Section, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital (near Gate No. 2, adjacent to Bank of Baroda, Safdarjung Hospital Branch), New Delhi – 110029. Alternatively, you may send it by post addressed to the Director, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, with the envelope clearly marked with the department name.

3. What is the application fee?

General, EWS and OBC candidates must pay Rs. 1,200/- (non-refundable) via NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/UPI to Bank of Baroda A/C No. 26400 1000 23808 (IFSC: BARB0SAFECX). SC, ST and PWD candidates are exempted from any fee.

4. What is the selection process?

Selection involves a Screening Test (60 marks, 1-hour MCQ with ¼ negative marking) followed by a Department Assessment/Interview (40 marks) for qualified candidates. A combined merit list determines final selection. No TA/DA is paid for either stage.

5. What is the salary and tenure for this post?

Senior Residents are paid Rs. 67,700/- per month in Pay Level-11 (7th CPC) plus admissible allowances. The appointment is for a tenure of 3 years under the Residency Scheme — initially for 1 year, extendable annually up to 3 years based on satisfactory performance.

6. What is the age limit?

As on 25 November 2026: General/EWS — 45 years, OBC — 48 years, SC/ST — 50 years. PwBD candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India rules.

📄 OFFICIAL NOTIFICATION DOCUMENT

Download Official Recruitment Notification

Download and read the official advertisement PDF for complete post eligibility, category reservations, format of certificates, and application guidelines.