IGIMS Senior Resident Recruitment 2026

Introduction

Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Patna, has announced a recruitment drive for Senior Resident positions in the Department of Paediatrics. This opportunity is for eligible Indian citizens, with a focus on candidates holding an MD/DNB Paediatrics qualification. The recruitment is being conducted through a walk-in interview, scheduled for 4 November 2026. Candidates are required to report by 8:30 AM on the interview day. The advertisement number for this recruitment is 03/PAEDI/2026. The official notification PDF is available for download, providing comprehensive details on eligibility, age limits, application fees, and the selection process. It is crucial for all applicants to thoroughly read the official notification to ensure they meet all the specified requirements before attending the walk-in interview. The final decision rests with the institute based on the interview performance and document verification.

IGIMS Senior Resident Recruitment Overview

Important Dates

Vacancy Details

IGIMS Patna is recruiting for a total of 6 vacancies for the post of Senior Resident in the Department of Paediatrics. The category-wise distribution of these vacancies is as follows:

Note: The sum of the category-wise vacancies (UR-02, EWS-01, BC-01, SC-01) totals 5, which conflicts with the stated total of 6 posts. Applicants should refer to the official notification for clarification.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Senior Resident position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Eligible Indian citizens are invited. Reservation benefits are applicable only to Bihar state domicile candidates. Candidates from outside Bihar will be considered under the unreserved category.
• Educational Qualification: A medical qualification included in Schedule I & II of the NMC Act, a P.G. qualification of MD/DNB Paediatrics recognized by the NMC, and valid registration with the Central/State Medical Council are mandatory.
• Experience: No specific prior experience is mentioned as a mandatory requirement in the supplied notification.

Age Limit and Relaxation

The upper age limit for applicants is 45 years as on 03 November 2026. Age relaxations are provided as per State Government rules:

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay an application fee through a Demand Draft payable to "The Director, IGIMS, Patna". The fee is non-refundable. Payment by cash, cheque, money orders, postal orders, banker's cheques, or postal stamps will not be accepted.

Note: There is a conflict in the provided text regarding the application fee for UR/EWS/BC candidates, stating both Rs. 1000/- and Rs. 250/-. Applicants should verify the correct amount from the official notification.

Salary and Pay Scale

Selected candidates will receive emoluments as per the Senior Residency programme under 89 days ad-hoc terms. In addition to the basic pay, Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) and other admissible allowances as per IGIMS rules will be provided. Selected candidates must submit a legal bond to deposit an amount equivalent to one month's emoluments for every year of the Senior Residency programme if they quit or resign mid-way before completing the programme.

Selection Process

The selection of candidates will be based on their bio-data and performance in a walk-in interview. The institute will follow its own marking scheme for the interview process.

Application Procedure

Interested and eligible candidates should attend the walk-in interview with all necessary documents. The procedure is as follows:

1. Prepare Application: Fill out the application form completely.
2. Prepare Demand Draft: Obtain a Demand Draft for the applicable application fee, favouring "The Director, IGIMS, Patna".
3. Gather Documents: Collect all original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies as listed under "Required Documents".
4. Attend Walk-in Interview: Report at the specified venue by 08:30 AM on 04 November 2026.

Venue: Paediatrics Seminar room, 5th floor, Medical College Building, I.G.I.M.S., Patna-14.

Important Note: No candidates will be accepted after 10:00 AM on the interview day.

Required Documents

Candidates must bring the following documents to the walk-in interview:

• Recent passport size photograph (clear face, light-colored background, no caps/hats/dark glasses).
• Demand draft in original (if applicable).
• Aadhar Card.
• Date of Birth/HSSC pass certificate mentioning date of birth.
• MBBS Degree Certificates.
• Internship Completion Certificates.
• MD/DNB Degree/Provisional Degree Certificates.
• UG & PG NMC/State Registration Certificates.
• Category/PwBD Certificate (if seat is claimed in a reserved category; EWS certificate issued between 01/04/2026 and the interview date, BC/EBC certificate valid and not older than 1 year mentioning non-creamy layer Form-X).
• Experience Certificate (if any).
• NOC from present employer (applicable for those working in Govt./Pvt. organization).
• Any other relevant documents (e.g., research work, publication certificates).
• One set of self-attested copies along with all original certificates/documents.

Important Instructions

• The post is non-practicing. Private practice of any kind is strictly prohibited.
• Candidates employed in Government, Semi-Government, or other organizations must submit a "No Objection Certificate" at the time of the interview, or state in writing that they are not employed.
• Selected candidates will be required to submit a legal bond if they resign before completing the Senior Residency programme.
• Reservation benefits are strictly for Bihar state domicile candidates.
• No TA/DA will be provided for attending the interview or joining the post.
• In case of unavailability of eligible candidates of one gender, candidates of the opposite gender may be considered.
• Candidates must report by 08:30 AM on 04 November 2026. No reporting will be accepted after 10:00 AM.

Official Notification and Application Links

• View Official Notification PDF
• Visit Official IGIMS Website