PGIMER Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 162 Posts, Check Vacancy, Eligibility and Last Date

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released Advertisement No. PGI/RC/056/2026/2690 for the PGIMER Recruitment 2026. Through this recruitment, 162 Senior Resident, Senior Medical Officer and Demonstrator posts will be filled at PGIMER Chandigarh and the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab. Online applications started on 16 October 2026 and today, 13 November 2026, is the last date to apply — the application window closes today, so eligible candidates should submit the form on pgimer.edu.in without waiting for the evening. The Computer Based Test will be held on 5 December 2026. Selection is based on a CBT of 75 marks and a departmental interview and assessment of 25 marks. All details below are from the official advertisement. Candidates tracking other medical recruitments can also read our Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 guide.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 – Overview

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

Today is the last date. The pgimer recruitment 2026 apply online last date is 13 November 2026, and the form must be submitted today. The dates after the CBT are marked expected in the advertisement itself, so PGIMER can change them through a fresh notice on pgimer.edu.in.

PGIMER Vacancy 2026 – Post-Wise and Category-Wise Details

Senior Resident posts form the bulk of this recruitment — 143 of the 162 posts. The full break-up from the official advertisement (the count may increase or decrease):

Category-wise total posts. UR 55, SC 25, ST 18, OBC 50 and EWS 14, adding up to 162. At PGIMER Chandigarh the split is UR 45, SC 22, ST 17, OBC 43 and EWS 12; at PGI Sangrur it is UR 10, SC 3, ST 1, OBC 7 and EWS 2. The notified vacancies include backlog vacancies in some departments and categories, and horizontal PwBD reservation applies to eligible Senior Resident posts.

Senior Resident vacancies by department, PGIMER Chandigarh (122). Anaesthesia has the most posts at 16, followed by General Surgery 15, Obstetrics and Gynaecology 13, Internal Medicine 10 and Hospital Administration 9. The remaining departments are Pathology 7, Paediatrics 5, Psychiatry 5, Radio-diagnosis 5, Radiotherapy 5, Transfusion Medicine 5, Nuclear Medicine 3, Psychiatry (DDTC) 3, Renal Transplant Surgery 3, Ophthalmology 3, Dermatology 2, Forensic Medicine 2, Orthopaedics 2, and one post each in Anatomy, Biochemistry, Community Medicine, Conservative Dentistry and Endodontics, Periodontics, Medical Microbiology, Physical Rehabilitation Medicine, Nephrology and Virology.

Senior Resident vacancies by department, PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur (21). Anaesthesia 3, General Surgery 3, Internal Medicine 2, Obstetrics and Gynaecology 2, Orthopaedics 2, Paediatrics 2, Pathology 2, and one post each in Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Psychiatry and Radiology. Sangrur also has 2 Senior Medical Officer posts. Candidates selected for Sangrur will be posted there and cannot claim a Chandigarh posting on the basis of this selection.

PGIMER Eligibility Criteria 2026

Age limit. The maximum age is 45 years as on 13 November 2026, the closing date of applications. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD (15 years for PwBD with SC/ST and 13 years for PwBD with OBC). Eligible Central Government civilian employees get 5 years (UR), 8 years (OBC) or 10 years (SC/ST), and ex-servicemen get 5 years under the prescribed conditions. After relaxation, the maximum age for PwBD applicants must not exceed 56 years. A reserved-category candidate applying against an unreserved vacancy cannot claim reserved-category age relaxation.

Senior Resident qualification. A recognised medical qualification, an MD/MS degree (or equivalent postgraduate qualification) in the concerned specialty, and registration with the Central or State Medical Council. For dental specialties under the Oral Health Science Centre, an MDS degree in the relevant specialty with Dental Council registration is needed. Candidates who have already completed three years of Senior Residency in a particular discipline, or who hold DM/MCh, are not eligible for Senior Resident posts.

Senior Medical Officer qualification. MD/MS in Medicine or Surgery.

Demonstrator qualification. Medical and non-medical routes differ by department. The medical route needs MBBS with MD/MS or an equivalent qualification; the non-medical route needs MSc, MA, MVSc, MPH or MHA in the relevant subject, with a PhD for Senior Demonstrator posts and at least one year of teaching or research experience for Junior Demonstrator posts. The qualifying degree or pass certificate must be obtained by 31 December 2026.

Who can apply. Indian nationals who meet the post-wise qualification and registration conditions above. Candidates must apply for one department only. Where the same post and department are advertised at both Chandigarh and Sangrur, candidates may indicate a preference for one or both institutes — a candidate who does not indicate a preference will not be considered for that institute.

PGIMER Application Fee 2026

How the fee is paid. Pay online through the recruitment application portal using a debit card, credit card or net banking. The institute advises applicants to avoid UPI payments. The fee must be paid by 13 November 2026, the same day the application window closes.

How to Apply for PGIMER Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official PGIMER website at pgimer.edu.in and open the Recruitment link on the homepage.
2. Locate Advertisement No. PGI/RC/056/2026/2690 for Senior Resident, Demonstrator and Senior Medical Officer recruitment.
3. Read the recruitment notice, the detailed guidelines and the Help Manual before filling the form.
4. Complete online registration with personal and contact details.
5. Select the post and the relevant department — only one department can be chosen.
6. Indicate the institute preference (Chandigarh, Sangrur, or both) where the same department is advertised at both institutes.
7. Enter the prescribed educational qualification, registration and experience details.
8. Upload the relevant certificates and supporting documents.
9. Choose the preferred CBT examination city from Chandigarh (Tricity), Delhi/NCR, Hyderabad or Kolkata.
10. Verify all entered information, pay the applicable fee through the payment gateway, and submit the application by 13 November 2026.
11. Retain the application confirmation and payment details for future reference.

One application only, and no changes after submission. The pgimer recruitment 2026 apply online last date is today, 13 November 2026, so submit the form before the portal closes. The institute states that candidates cannot change their registration or application entries after submission, and incorrect or incomplete entries may lead to rejection without reconsideration. OBC Non-Creamy Layer and EWS certificates must have been issued between 1 April 2026 and 13 November 2026.

PGIMER Exam Pattern 2026

The Computer Based Test is the same for all advertised posts, with the questions drawn from the qualifying course of the chosen specialty.

Syllabus note. The CBT syllabus follows the prescribed educational qualification, professional courses and relevant experience for the selected post and specialty. The detailed guidelines prescribe no common chapter-wise syllabus for every post. Centres are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, and the allotted city cannot be changed later at the candidate’s request.

PGIMER Selection Process 2026

Stage 1 – Computer Based Test (75 marks). The CBT is held on 5 December 2026. Candidates are shortlisted department-wise and category-wise on CBT marks, normally in the ratio of 1:3 against the advertised vacancies.

Stage 2 – Scrutiny and eligibility notice. Shortlisted candidates’ applications and uploaded documents are scrutinised, and PGIMER publishes an eligibility notice on its website.

Stage 3 – Document verification and departmental interview and assessment (25 marks). Shortlisted candidates appear for document verification and the departmental interview and assessment. Only candidates who separately qualify in both the CBT and the interview and assessment are considered for final selection, and the final merit is based on the combined score out of 100 marks.

PGIMER Salary 2026

Selected candidates are placed in the pay level applicable to their post under the Central Government pay matrix. Senior Residents, Senior Medical Officers and Senior Demonstrators (Medical) are placed in Pay Level 11 with a minimum basic pay of Rs 67,700 plus Non-Practising Allowance (NPA). Senior Demonstrators (Non-Medical) are placed in Pay Level 10 with a minimum basic pay of Rs 56,100, and Junior Demonstrators in Pay Level 6 with a minimum basic pay of Rs 35,400 (plus NPA for the medical route). Other admissible allowances follow the institute’s service rules. The advertisement fixes only the pay level and minimum basic pay — it publishes no exact “in-hand” figure, so in-hand amounts on unofficial websites are estimates varying with current NPA and allowance rates. These are tenure appointments for a maximum period of three years, and PGIMER may fill qualifying vacancies arising during the notified period from the waiting list as permitted by the guidelines. Candidates tracking other resident-doctor openings can also read our ESIC Faridabad Junior Resident and Tutor Recruitment 2026 guide and the AIIMS NORCET 11 choice filling update.

Important Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

Today, 13 November 2026, is the last date to apply online for PGIMER Recruitment 2026. Applications opened on 16 October 2026 under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/056/2026/2690, and the form and fee must be submitted today on pgimer.edu.in.

How many vacancies are there in PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

There are 162 vacancies: 143 Senior Resident posts, 7 Junior/Senior Demonstrator posts, 6 Senior Demonstrator posts, 3 Junior Demonstrator posts and 3 Senior Medical Officer posts. Of these, 139 posts are at PGIMER Chandigarh and 23 at the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur.

What is the age limit for PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

The maximum age is 45 years as on 13 November 2026. Relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC and 10 years for PwBD, with the maximum age after relaxation not exceeding 56 years for PwBD applicants.

What qualification is needed for the PGIMER Senior Resident post?

A recognised medical qualification, an MD/MS degree in the concerned specialty, and registration with the Central or State Medical Council are needed. For dental specialties, an MDS degree with Dental Council registration is needed. Candidates who have completed 3 years of Senior Residency or hold DM/MCh are not eligible.

What is the application fee for PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

The fee is Rs 1,500 for General, OBC and EWS candidates, Rs 800 for SC/ST candidates, and nil for PwBD candidates, plus applicable transaction charges. Pay online by debit card, credit card or net banking; the institute advises applicants to avoid UPI payments.

What is the PGIMER CBT exam pattern and date?

The Computer Based Test will be held on 5 December 2026. It has 50 objective questions for 75 marks, with 1.5 marks per correct answer, 0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer, and a duration of 50 minutes. The qualifying mark is 40% for General/UR and EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC.

What is the selection process for PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on a Computer Based Test of 75 marks and a departmental interview and assessment of 25 marks. Candidates are shortlisted 1:3 on CBT marks, then pass through document scrutiny, an eligibility notice, document verification and the interview. Final merit is the combined score out of 100, and candidates must qualify in both stages separately.

What is the salary of a Senior Resident at PGIMER?

A Senior Resident is placed in Pay Level 11 with a minimum basic pay of Rs 67,700 per month plus Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) and other admissible allowances under the institute’s service rules. The advertisement publishes no exact in-hand figure.

Can I apply for more than one department in PGIMER Recruitment 2026?

No. Candidates must apply for the relevant post in one department only. Where the same post and department are available at both PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur, candidates may indicate a preference for one or both institutes, and a candidate who does not indicate a preference will not be considered for that institute.

When will the PGIMER admit card be available?

The admit card for the Computer Based Test will be available for download on 30 November 2026 from the official website pgimer.edu.in. The CBT is scheduled for 5 December 2026 at Chandigarh (Tricity), Delhi/NCR, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

For more government jobs and daily updates, browse the Latest Jobs section of New Sarkari Results, and always verify the final details in the official Advertisement No. PGI/RC/056/2026/2690 on pgimer.edu.in before applying.

Written by Ravi Singh

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