RGKMC Kolkata Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline For 07 Posts

R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital (RGKMC), Kolkata invites applications for 07 Senior Resident positions across various medical specialties. RGKMC is one of West Bengal's premier government medical institutions under the Directorate of Medical Education, Government of West Bengal. Senior Residents are qualified medical practitioners who undergo advanced clinical training in their chosen specialty while providing patient care and teaching medical students. This recruitment offers doctors an opportunity to gain specialized experience in a high-volume tertiary care hospital setting. Selected candidates will work under consultant supervision and participate in academic activities. The position serves as a stepping stone for doctors pursuing super-specialty training or consultant-level positions.

Important Dates

Vacancy Details (Typical / Indicative)

Note: Vacancies are distributed across various medical departments including Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, and other specialties.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Essential: MBBS degree from a recognized Medical College/University registered with Medical Council of India (MCI) / National Medical Commission (NMC)
• Essential: Post-graduate degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the relevant specialty for which applying
• Essential: Valid registration with West Bengal Medical Council or any State Medical Council
• Desirable: Previous experience as Junior Resident or Medical Officer
• Candidates must have completed their PG degree before the last date of application

Age Limit

Age calculated as on the last date of application submission

Nationality

• Candidate must be a citizen of India
• Valid Indian passport or citizenship certificate required

How to Apply

1. Download Application Form: Visit the official RGKMC Kolkata website (www.rgkmc.edu.in) or obtain the prescribed application form from the Administrative Building of R.G. Kar Medical College.

1. Fill Form Carefully: Complete all sections of the application form in BLOCK LETTERS with accurate information including personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.

1. Attach Documents: Affix recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of: MBBS certificate, MD/MS/DNB certificate, Medical Council registration, date of birth proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and experience certificates.

1. Pay Application Fee: Pay the prescribed application fee through Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Principal, R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital" payable at Kolkata.

1. Submit Application: Send the completed application form along with all documents and DD to: The Principal, R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, 1, Khudiram Bose Sarani, Kolkata - 700004, West Bengal via registered/speed post.

1. Retain Acknowledgement: Keep a copy of the submitted application and postal receipt for future reference.

Application Fees

Fee to be paid via Demand Draft only. No other mode accepted.

Selection Procedure

1. Document Verification: Initial screening of applications to verify educational qualifications, medical council registration, age eligibility, and completeness of submitted documents. Only candidates meeting all eligibility criteria will be shortlisted.

1. Academic Score Assessment: Evaluation of candidates based on marks obtained in MBBS and post-graduate (MD/MS/DNB) examinations. Academic performance carries significant weightage in the selection process.

1. Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for a personal interview before a duly constituted Selection Committee comprising senior medical faculty. The interview assesses clinical knowledge, communication skills, aptitude for teaching, and subject expertise in the relevant specialty.

1. Experience Evaluation: Previous work experience as Junior Resident, Medical Officer, or in clinical practice will be given additional weightage during the selection process.

1. Merit List Preparation: Final merit list will be prepared based on combined scores from academic performance, interview, and experience. Selected candidates will be notified via email/phone and official website.

1. Medical Fitness: Selected candidates must undergo medical examination and be declared medically fit by the hospital's medical board before appointment.

Selection Pattern

This recruitment does not involve a written examination. Selection is based on academic record, interview performance, and experience.

Document Screening

Interview Assessment

Note: There is no negative marking as there is no written examination.

Areas of Assessment

Clinical Knowledge (Specialty-Specific)

• Advanced concepts and recent developments in the candidate's post-graduate specialty
• Diagnosis and management of common and rare conditions in the specialty
• Emergency protocols and critical care management relevant to the department
• Interpretation of investigations, imaging, and laboratory reports
• Surgical techniques and procedures (for surgical specialties)
• Evidence-based medicine and clinical guidelines

General Medicine & Surgery

• Common medical emergencies and their management
• Basic surgical principles and emergency procedures
• Infection control and hospital-acquired infections
• Pharmacology and rational drug prescribing
• Medical ethics and medicolegal aspects

Academic & Teaching Skills

• Curriculum planning and teaching methodologies
• Clinical teaching and bedside training techniques
• Assessment and evaluation of medical students
• Research methodology and publications
• Presentation skills and case discussions

Hospital Administration

• Patient safety and quality improvement
• Hospital protocols and Standard Operating Procedures
• Medical record maintenance and documentation
• Interdepartmental coordination
• Medico-legal responsibilities of residents

Current Medical Trends

• National Health Programs and government health schemes
• Recent updates in medical guidelines (WHO, ICMR, specialty societies)
• Medical technology and digital health initiatives
• Public health issues and communicable disease management
• Bio-medical waste management and hospital hygiene

Salary & Allowances (Typical / Indicative)

Additional Benefits: Medical facilities for self and dependents, subsidized accommodation (if available), annual increment, leave encashment, professional development allowance, and NPS/pension benefits as per government rules. Senior Residents may also receive additional night duty allowances and on-call allowances depending on department requirements.

Senior Residents gain valuable specialized clinical experience and teaching exposure during their tenure. After completing the residency period (typically 1-3 years), doctors can pursue super-specialty courses (DM/MCh), appear for faculty positions as Assistant Professor in medical colleges, or take up consultant positions in government or private hospitals. Many senior residents also clear competitive exams like NEET-SS for further specialization or join research institutions.

Since this recruitment does not involve a written examination, traditional admit cards are not issued. Shortlisted candidates who qualify the document verification stage will receive interview call letters via email and/or registered post 10-15 days before the scheduled interview date. Candidates should regularly check their registered email and the official RGKMC website for updates. The interview call letter will contain details about interview venue, reporting time, and documents to be carried.

The final selection result will be declared after completion of all interview rounds and verification processes. Results are typically published on the official RGKMC Kolkata website within 2-3 weeks after the last interview date. Selected candidates will receive appointment letters via email and registered post. A merit list showing the names of selected candidates (along with their category and specialty) will be displayed on the hospital notice board and official website.

There are no fixed cutoff marks as selection is based on a combination of academic scores and interview performance. Typically, candidates with MD/MS/DNB marks above 55-60% and strong interview performance (above 60/100) have good chances of selection. Category-wise relaxation applies with SC/ST candidates requiring approximately 5-10% lower scores than General category candidates. The actual cutoff varies depending on the number of applicants, specialty, and performance of the candidate pool in each recruitment cycle.

Interview/Document Verification Centre

Primary Centre: R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, 1, Khudiram Bose Sarani, Kolkata - 700004, West Bengal

All document verification and interview processes are conducted at the main campus of RGKMC Kolkata. Candidates from outside Kolkata should make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. The hospital is well-connected by metro (Shyambazar Metro Station) and local buses.