Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh (PGIMER) has recently published an official recruitment notification for the post of Senior Resident and other Posts. According to the notification, a total of 134 vacancies are available under this recruitment drive. Candidates who fulfill the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the official notification can submit their application through the online process.
Online applications for the vacancies of Senior Resident and other Posts will be accepted from 25 April 2026 to 11 May 2026. All interested candidates are strongly advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Before filling out the application form, we strongly recommend that every interested candidate should carefully go through the complete details of this recruitment, including the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, application fees, selection process, and other important requirements for Senior Resident and other Posts vacancies. All the important details are provided below in a simple and easy-to-understand format.
PGIMER – Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Salary | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident | 110 | Rs.67700-67700/- | Chandigarh |
| Senior Medical Officer | 3 | Rs.67700-67700/- | Chandigarh |
| Senior Demonstrator | 4 | Rs.56100-56100/- | Chandigarh |
| Junior Demonstrator | 2 | Rs.35400-35400/- | Chandigarh |
| Senior Resident (Sangrur) | 13 | Rs.67700-67700/- | Sangrur, Punjab |
| Senior Medical Officer (Sangrur) | 2 | Rs.67700-67700/- | Sangrur, Punjab |
| Total Vacancies: | 134 |
PGIMER Recruitment – Important Eligibility / Requirements
To be eligible for PGIMER Senior Resident and other Posts, candidates must possess the required educational qualifications as prescribed by Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. The minimum qualification, experience requirements, and other eligibility details for each post are mentioned in the table below. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility before applying.
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident | MBBS + MD, MS in the relevant specialty (or MDS for dental departments) from a recognized Indian University, Institute recognized by MCI, DCI; Must be registered with Central, State Medical Council, Dental Council |
| Senior Medical Officer | MD, MS (Medicine, Surgery) from a recognized institution; Must be registered with Central, State Medical Council |
| Senior Demonstrator | M.A./M.Sc. or Ph.D. in relevant subject (Health Economics, Nutrition, Virology, Biochemistry) OR MD (Biochemistry) for Medical Senior Demonstrator |
| Junior Demonstrator | M.A./M.Sc. in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, MPH or Health Promotion, Health Education, Sociology, Psychology, MPH |
| Senior Resident (Sangrur) | MBBS + MD, MS in the relevant specialty (or MDS for Periodontics) from a recognized Indian University, Institute recognized by MCI, DCI; Must be registered with Central, State Medical Council, Dental Council |
| Senior Medical Officer (Sangrur) | MD, MS (Medicine, Surgery) from a recognized institution; Must be registered with Central, State Medical Council |
Apart from educational qualifications, candidates must also satisfy the age criteria as specified by Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh for Senior Resident and other Posts. The minimum and maximum age limits applicable for each post, along with any age relaxation as per government norms for reserved categories, are given below.
Age Limit Details
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident | Max 45 years |
| Senior Medical Officer | Max 45 years |
| Senior Demonstrator | Max 45 years |
| Junior Demonstrator | Max 45 years |
| Senior Resident (Sangrur) | Max 45 years |
| Senior Medical Officer (Sangrur) | Max 45 years |
The application fee for this recruitment varies by category. For General / OBC / EWS candidates, the application fee is Rs.1500/-, while for SC / ST candidates, the fee is Rs.800/-. The fee can be paid through the online payment mode as specified in the official notification. Candidates belonging to certain reserved categories may be exempted from paying the application fee as per government rules.
The selection of candidates for Senior Resident and other Posts will be carried out through Computer Based Test (CBT), Document Verification, Departmental Interview & Assessment. The final selection will be subject to document verification and medical examination as per the rules and regulations of Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh. Candidates are advised to prepare accordingly.
How to Apply for PGIMER Recruitment [ Complete Guide ]
| Type of Application Form |
|---|
| Online Application |
The application for this recruitment of Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh is online. All interested and eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment online from pgimer.edu.in on or before the last date of online application, which is 11 May 2026.
Important Links
| Online Application Link | Apply Now |
| Official Website | pgimer.edu.in |
