AIIMS Madurai is recruiting 46 Senior Resident (Non-Academic) professionals across 19 medical departments for a 3-year tenure position. Eligible medical graduates with M.D. or M.S. qualifications can apply online via Google Form from 13 November to 3 December 2026 (05:00 PM). Application fee is ₹500 for unreserved/OBC/EWS categories; SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates are fee-exempt.
Overview
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Madurai, Tamil Nadu, has issued Advertisement No. AIIMS-MDU/Recruitment-SR/50/2025-26/NOVEMBER-2026 for recruitment of Senior Resident (Non-Academic) staff. This is a full-time, tenure-based appointment across multiple clinical and pre-clinical departments. The position offers candidates the opportunity to work at a premier government medical institution and gain valuable experience in their respective specialties.
Contract Term: Initial appointment for one year, extendable as a tenure post for a total of 3 years, subject to performance appraisal and organizational requirements.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 13 November 2026 |
| Opening of Online Application | 13 November 2026 |
| Closing of Online Application | 3 December 2026, 05:00 PM |
| Documents Verification & Application Screening | Will be intimated later |
| Written Test / Interview | Will be intimated later |
| Reporting at AIIMS Madurai | Will be intimated later |
Application Fee
| Candidate Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC-NCL / EWS | ₹500 + Transaction Charges as applicable |
| SC / ST / PwBD / Women Candidates | Exempted from Application Fee |
Vacancy Details
A total of 46 Senior Resident (Non-Academic) positions are available (provisional and subject to variation) across 19 medical departments. Vacancies are distributed as follows among reserved and unreserved categories:
| Department | Total Vacancies | UR | OBC-NCL | SC | ST | EWS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anaesthesiology | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Anatomy | 1 | — | — | — | — | 1 |
| Biochemistry | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
| Community & Family Medicine | 3 | 2 | — | — | — | 1 |
| Dermatology | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Otorhinolaryngology | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| General Medicine | 3 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — |
| General Surgery | 4 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Microbiology | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | — | — |
| Ophthalmology | 3 | 2 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Orthopaedics | 2 | 1 | — | — | 1 | — |
| Paediatrics | 4 | — | 2 | 1 | — | 1 |
| Pathology | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
| Pharmacology | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Psychiatry | 2 | 1 | 1 | — | — | — |
| Radiology | 2 | 1 | — | 1 | — | — |
| Trauma & Emergency | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Total | 46 | 20 | 12 | 7 | 2 | 5 |
Eligibility
Qualification Requirements: Candidates must possess a postgraduate degree (M.D. or M.S.) from a recognized university or institute in their respective department. For certain departments (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pharmacology), non-medical candidates holding M.Sc. and Ph.D. in the specialized field are also eligible.
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit relaxations are as follows:
- OBC: 3 years relaxation (for posts reserved for OBC-NCL)
- SC / ST: 5 years relaxation (for posts reserved for SC/ST)
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability): 5 years relaxation, as per Government of India rules (applicable whether or not the post is reserved for PwBD)
- Government Servants: 5 years relaxation with minimum 3 years of continuous service in the relevant field
- Ex-Servicemen: Relaxation as per Department of Personnel and Training guidelines
How to Apply
- Visit the online application Google Form on or before 3 December 2026 at 05:00 PM.
- Carefully fill in all required fields including name, date of birth, contact information, and educational qualifications.
- Select your preferred department and category (UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS) as applicable.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents such as postgraduate degree certificate, identity proof, caste certificate (if applicable), and disability certificate (if applicable).
- Review all information for accuracy before final submission.
- Submit the completed form before the deadline. No amendments or resubmissions will be permitted after the closing date.
- Retain a copy of the submitted form and confirmation message for your records.
- For any queries or clarifications, contact AIIMS Madurai via the official website.
Important Links
- Online Application Form (Google Form) — Open from 13 November to 3 December 2026, 05:00 PM
- AIIMS Madurai Senior Resident Notification PDF — Complete advertisement dated 13 November 2026
- AIIMS Madurai Official Website — For updates, corrigendum, interview schedule, and other announcements
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for AIIMS Madurai Senior Resident recruitment 2026?
A: The online application window closes on 3 December 2026 at 05:00 PM. All applications must be submitted before this deadline; late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Q: How many Senior Resident vacancies are available at AIIMS Madurai?
A: A total of 46 vacancies (provisional and subject to variation) are available across 19 medical departments. Vacancies are distributed among UR (20), OBC-NCL (12), SC (7), ST (2), and EWS (5) categories.
Q: What is the application fee, and who is exempted?
A: UR, OBC, and EWS candidates must pay ₹500 plus applicable transaction charges. SC, ST, PwBD, and women candidates are fully exempted from the application fee.
Q: What postgraduate qualifications are required for Senior Resident positions?
A: Candidates must hold an M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) or M.S. (Master of Surgery) degree from a recognized university or institute in their respective specialty. For certain pre-clinical and laboratory departments, M.Sc. and Ph.D. qualifications may also be considered.
Q: What is the contract tenure for this position?
A: The position is a tenure post of 3 years. Initial appointment is for one year, which is extendable for the remaining tenure period, subject to satisfactory performance evaluation and institutional requirements.
Q: When will the selection process (interview and written test) be conducted?
A: The dates for documents verification, application screening, written test, and interview will be announced later by AIIMS Madurai. Eligible candidates should regularly monitor the official website for schedule updates and corrigenda.
Candidates are advised to verify all details, eligibility criteria, and submission requirements on the official AIIMS Madurai website and the official notification PDF before applying.