PGIMER Chandigarh Invites Application for 13 Assistant Professor Recruitment 2026

Post-wise Vacancy Details

• #denotes backlog vacancy. Note: One post in Internal Medicine is reserved for PwBD (Blind/Low Vision).

Salary and Pay Scale

• Pay Scale: Level-12: ₹1,01,500 – ₹1,67,400 in pay matrix under 7th CPC plus NPA (for medical personnel).

Essential Qualifications

• For Medical Candidates:
• Medical qualification included in the first or second schedule or Part II of the third schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act of 1956.
• Postgraduate qualification (MD/MS) in the respective specialty from an Indian University/Institute recognized by MCI/NMC.
• Registration with State Medical Council/MCI.
• Experience: 3 years teaching and research experience in a recognized Institution in the concerned/allied subject after obtaining the qualifying degree.
• For Non-Medical Candidates (Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology):
• Master's degree (regular course recognized by UGC or equivalent) in the respective discipline.
• Ph.D. degree in the concerned discipline/subject from an Indian University/Institute or equivalent from a foreign University recognized by UGC.
• Experience: 3 years teaching and/or research experience in the discipline/subject concerned after obtaining the Ph.D. Degree.
• Note on DNB Equivalence: Candidates with DNB qualifications must produce documentary evidence of equivalence with MD/MS as per MCI notification dated 31.10.2018 & 14.11.2022. Additional experience may be required based on the institution where DNB training was undertaken.

Age Limit (as on 15.10.2026)

• Upper Age Limit: 50 years.
• Relaxation: SC/ST: 5 years; OBC: 3 years; PwBD: 10 years; PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years; PwBD + OBC: 13 years; Central Govt. Civilian Employees: 5 years (UR), 8 years (OBC), 10 years (SC/ST). Maximum age for PwBD after relaxation shall not exceed 56 years.

Application Fee (Non-Refundable)

• Note: Fee to be deposited through SBI challan in "Power Jyoti" PUL current account of PGIMER. Fee once paid is non-refundable.

🎯 Selection Process

• Scrutiny: Applications received within the prescribed date and time with requisite fee will be scrutinized by the scrutiny committee.
• Shortlisting: Only eligible candidates will be called for personal interview. If the number of applicants is large, the selection committee may devise a criteria for short-listing, which may include holding a written examination.
• Interview: Candidates for Assistant Professor will be required to make a presentation (05 minutes) on their work/achievements before the selection committee. The presentation should be prepared in Microsoft PowerPoint and submitted via email at least three days before the interview.
• Document Verification: All original certificates/documents will be verified at the time of interview.
• Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must be declared medically fit by the competent authority.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Candidates must apply offline (hard copy). Follow these steps:
• Visit Website: Go to the PGIMER website www.pgimer.edu.in.
• Generate Challan & Application Form: Fill in (i) Advt. No., (ii) Post Code (FACULTY/002A), (iii) Category, and (iv) Date of Birth on the website. Take a printout of the application form and challan. The form is to be filled in BLOCK LETTERS.
• Deposit Application Fee: Visit any branch of State Bank of India with the fee payment challan (Triplicate) and pay the prescribed fee in the "Power Jyoti" PUL current account of PGIMER (Account No. 35700657347). Ensure the bank provides a Journal No./Challan No. on the challan.
• Fill Application Form: Fill all fields of the application form completely. Mention the Journal/Challan number in the space provided.
• Attach Documents: Attach self-attested copies of all required certificates (educational qualifications, experience, age/date of birth, No Objection Certificate, etc.) along with one copy of the challan form.
• Submit Application: Send the complete application form along with documents through Registered Post or Speed Post or submit personally to: Assistant Administrative Officer (Recruitment Cell), PGIMER, Sector-12, Chandigarh - 160012.
• Meet Deadline: Ensure the application reaches before 15 October 2026 (till 5:00 PM).
• For Government Employees: Applicants already employed in Central/State Govt./Autonomous Institutions must route their applications through proper channel. An advance copy may be submitted to avoid delay, but interview letters will be issued only upon receipt of the application forwarded through proper channel.
• Last Date: 15 October 2026 (5:00 PM).
• Important Note: Applications received through Courier/Ordinary Postal Dak are not acceptable. Incomplete applications or those received after the due date will be summarily rejected.

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📅 Important Dates

Key Instructions for Candidates

• Offline Application Only: Applications must be submitted as a hard copy by Registered/Speed Post or in person. Applications through Courier/Ordinary Post are not acceptable.
• Separate Applications: For more than one post, separate applications must be submitted.
• No Objection Certificate (NOC): Mandatory for candidates working in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous organizations, otherwise candidature will not be considered.
• Valid Certificates: SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD candidates must submit certificates in the prescribed format issued by the competent authority. OBC certificates must be issued after 01.04.2026 and be valid for FY 2026-2027. EWS certificates must be issued between 01.04.2026 and 15.10.2026.
• Document Verification: All original certificates will be verified at the time of interview. Experience certificates must clearly mention the period of work, nature of duties, and be issued by the competent authority.
• Presentation: Candidates for Assistant Professor must make a 05-minute PowerPoint presentation on their work/achievements and submit it via email three days before the interview.
• Check Official Sources: All information regarding the recruitment, including addendum, interview schedule, and results, will be displayed only on the PGIMER website. Candidates are advised to visit regularly.
• No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
• Posting: Selected candidates will be posted at the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab and will have no claim/right for posts at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
• Jurisdiction: Courts of Chandigarh only shall have exclusive jurisdiction to try any dispute regarding this recruitment.