JIPMER Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 89 Posts

JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research) invites applications for 89 Senior Resident positions across various specialties in 2026. JIPMER is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Senior Residents are medical professionals who provide clinical services while gaining advanced training in their respective specialties. The recruitment is conducted for JIPMER Puducherry and JIPMER Karaikal campuses. Selected candidates will work under experienced faculty, manage patient care, participate in teaching activities, and conduct research. This position serves as a crucial stepping stone for medical graduates pursuing super-specialization or academic careers in medicine.

Important Dates

Note: Exact dates will be announced in the official notification

Vacancy Distribution (Typical / Indicative)

*Distribution may vary based on specialty-wise requirements and roster position

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Essential: MBBS degree from a recognized Medical College/University
• Must possess valid registration with Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC) or State Medical Council
• Must have completed compulsory rotating internship
• For Specialty Posts: Relevant postgraduate degree (MD/MS/DNB/DM/MCh) in the concerned specialty from a recognized institution
• For Non-Academic posts: MBBS with relevant experience may be considered

Age Limit

Age Relaxation Table

Age calculated as on the closing date of application

Nationality

• Candidate must be a Citizen of India
• Candidates from Nepal, Bhutan may also apply as per Government of India rules

How to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.jipmer.edu.in or www.jipmer.puducherry.gov.in
2. Navigate to Careers/Recruitment Section: Click on 'Senior Resident Recruitment 2026' notification link
3. Read Notification Carefully: Download and read the complete advertisement for eligibility and requirements
4. Register: Click on 'New Registration' and provide basic details (name, email, mobile number)
5. Fill Application Form: Login with generated credentials and complete all sections including personal details, educational qualifications, experience details
6. Upload Documents: Scan and upload recent photograph (passport size), signature, and required certificates (MBBS degree, internship completion certificate, MCI/NMC registration, category certificate if applicable) in prescribed format and size
7. Pay Application Fee: Proceed to payment gateway and pay the fee through Net Banking/Credit Card/Debit Card
8. Submit Application: Review all entered information, accept declaration and submit the form
9. Print Application: Download and save the completed application form with payment receipt for future reference

Application Fee Structure

Fee payment mode: Online (Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, UPI)

No fee refund under any circumstances

Selection Procedure

1. Application Screening: All applications are screened for eligibility criteria including educational qualifications, registration with Medical Council, and experience requirements. Only eligible candidates are shortlisted.

1. Walk-in Interview / Written Test: Depending on the specialty and number of applicants, selection may be conducted through walk-in interview or written examination covering clinical knowledge, recent advances, and practical case scenarios.

1. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must appear with original documents including MBBS/PG degree certificates, internship completion certificate, MCI/NMC registration, experience certificates, category certificate (if applicable), and identity proof for verification.

1. Personal Interview: Candidates undergo interview by a specialist panel to assess clinical knowledge, patient management skills, research aptitude, and suitability for the position.

1. Medical Examination: Finally selected candidates must undergo medical fitness examination as per JIPMER standards before joining.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list is prepared based on academic qualifications, interview performance, and relevant experience. Selected candidates are offered appointment letters.

Selection Pattern

Note: Selection is primarily through Walk-in Interview for most Senior Resident posts. However, for certain specialties with high applications, a written test may be conducted.

Written Test Pattern (If Conducted)

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer

Interview Pattern

Final selection based on combined performance in written test (if conducted) and interview

Detailed Syllabus

General Medicine

• Infectious diseases and tropical medicine
• Cardiology: IHD, heart failure, arrhythmias
• Respiratory medicine: asthma, COPD, tuberculosis
• Gastroenterology and hepatology
• Nephrology and fluid-electrolyte balance
• Endocrinology: diabetes, thyroid disorders
• Rheumatology and immunology
• Neurology: stroke, epilepsy, movement disorders
• Hematology: anemia, bleeding disorders
• Critical care and emergency medicine

General Surgery

• General surgical principles and preoperative care
• Abdominal surgery: acute abdomen, GI surgeries
• Surgical oncology basics
• Trauma and emergency surgery
• Vascular surgery fundamentals
• Endocrine surgery
• Breast and thyroid surgeries
• Minimal access surgery techniques
• Wound management and postoperative care
• Surgical infections and antibiotics

Obstetrics & Gynaecology

• Antenatal care and high-risk pregnancy
• Labor management and obstetric emergencies
• Medical disorders in pregnancy
• Gynecological infections
• Contraception and family planning
• Infertility management
• Gynecological oncology
• Urogynaecology and pelvic floor disorders
• Adolescent gynaecology
• Operative procedures in obstetrics and gynaecology

Pediatrics

• Neonatology: prematurity, birth asphyxia, jaundice
• Nutrition and growth monitoring
• Immunization schedule
• Common pediatric infections
• Respiratory disorders in children
• Pediatric cardiology basics
• Pediatric gastroenterology
• Pediatric neurology and developmental disorders
• Pediatric emergencies
• Adolescent health issues

Orthopedics

• Fracture management principles
• Joint injuries and dislocations
• Spine disorders
• Bone infections
• Orthopedic trauma management
• Arthritis and joint replacement basics
• Pediatric orthopedics
• Sports medicine
• Hand surgery fundamentals
• Bone tumors

Anesthesiology

• Preoperative assessment and preparation
• General anesthesia techniques
• Regional anesthesia: spinal, epidural, nerve blocks
• Airway management
• Monitoring in anesthesia
• Pediatric anesthesia
• Obstetric anesthesia
• Critical care and ICU management
• Pain management
• Anesthetic emergencies and complications

Radiology

• X-ray interpretation: chest, abdomen, skeletal
• CT scan principles and interpretation
• MRI basics and applications
• Ultrasound: abdominal, obstetric, vascular
• Interventional radiology procedures
• Contrast media and adverse reactions
• Pediatric imaging
• Emergency radiology
• Radiation safety
• Recent advances in imaging

Recent Advances & Research Methodology

• Evidence-based medicine
• Clinical trial methodology
• Biostatistics basics
• Research ethics
• Recent guidelines and protocols
• Emerging technologies in medicine
• National health programs
• Medical ethics and medico-legal aspects

Salary Structure (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits:

• Free accommodation or HRA
• Medical facilities for self and dependents
• Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
• Annual increment as per rules
• Provident Fund and pension benefits
• Professional development allowances
• Academic leave for attending conferences

Salary may vary based on actual DA percentage and city classification

Senior Residents at JIPMER gain valuable clinical experience and academic exposure while working under renowned faculty. After completing the Senior Residency period (typically 3 years), candidates can pursue super-specialty courses (DM/MCh), appear for faculty positions as Assistant Professors in medical colleges, or move to senior clinical roles in corporate hospitals. Many Senior Residents also pursue research opportunities, publish papers, and present at national/international conferences, enhancing their academic credentials. The experience at an Institute of National Importance like JIPMER significantly strengthens career prospects in both academic medicine and clinical practice.

Admit cards for JIPMER Senior Resident recruitment (if written test is conducted) will be available for download approximately 7-10 days before the examination date. Candidates must visit the official JIPMER website, login to their candidate portal using registration credentials, and download the admit card. For walk-in interviews, candidates must bring the printed application form along with original documents. The admit card will contain candidate's name, photograph, roll number, examination center address, reporting time, and important instructions.

Results for JIPMER Senior Resident recruitment are typically declared within 3-4 weeks after completion of interviews. The final merit list will be published on the official JIPMER website displaying roll numbers or registration numbers of selected candidates category-wise. Selected candidates will receive offer letters via email and post. The result announcement includes the main select list and a waiting list for each specialty. Candidates can check their individual scores and interview performance by logging into their application portal.

Cutoff marks for JIPMER Senior Resident positions vary by specialty, number of applicants, and category. Typically, General category candidates need to score around 60-65% in the written test (if conducted) and interview combined to be considered for selection, while OBC candidates require approximately 55-60%, and SC/ST candidates around 50-55%. For highly competitive specialties like Radiology, Anesthesia, and Medicine, cutoffs tend to be higher (70%+), while for less sought-after specialties, cutoffs may be comparatively lower. Final selection also depends on the candidate's overall profile including academic record and experience.

Examination Centres

Primary Centre: JIPMER Puducherry (Main Campus)

Additional Centres (if written test is conducted):

• South India: Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kochi, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam, Thiruvananthapuram
• North India: New Delhi, Chandigarh, Lucknow, Jaipur, Patna, Dehradun
• East India: Kolkata, Bhubaneswar, Guwahati, Ranchi
• West India: Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Indore
• Central India: Bhopal, Raipur

Walk-in interviews are typically conducted at JIPMER Puducherry campus only. Candidates must report to the specified department/venue as mentioned in the call letter.