JIPMER Puducherry has announced recruitment for 9 Senior Resident positions on a contract basis for 11 months across six medical departments. The online application window opens on 2 November 2026 at 11:00 AM and closes on 16 November 2026 at 4:30 PM. Eligible postgraduate-qualified medical professionals are invited to apply.
Overview
Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), a premier medical institute in Puducherry, is filling Senior Resident vacancies under Advertisement No. SR-CONT/1/2-2026/ADMN.VI. The positions are offered on a contractual basis for 11 months with a consolidated monthly salary of ₹1,28,359. Senior Residents will be posted at JIPMER Puducherry with possible rotation to JIPMER Karaikal Campus, and for Radiodiagnosis, also to Yanam Campus. Candidates must meet the essential postgraduate medical qualifications specified for each specialty.
Important Dates
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Release | 2 November 2026 |
| Online Registration Opens | 2 November 2026 at 11:00 AM |
| Application Deadline | 16 November 2026 at 4:30 PM |
| Age & Qualification Reference Date | 16 November 2026 |
| Certificate Verification & Reporting | 18 November 2026 at 7:00 AM |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General (UR), OBC (NCL) & EWS | ₹500 |
| SC/ST | ₹250 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) | Exempted |
Vacancy Details
| Department | UR | OBC | SC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neurology | 2 | — | — | 2 |
| Neurosurgery | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1 | 1 | — | 2 |
| Pathology | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Radiodiagnosis | — | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Transfusion Medicine | 1 | — | — | 1 |
| Grand Total | 6 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Eligibility
Essential Qualifications
Senior Resident – Neurology: MD/DNB in Medicine or Paediatrics, or DM/DrNB (Neurology) from a recognized university or institute, or equivalent qualification.
Senior Resident – Neurosurgery: MS/DNB in Surgery, or MCh/DrNB (Neurosurgery) from a recognized university or institute, or equivalent qualification.
Senior Resident – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Pathology, Radiodiagnosis, Transfusion Medicine: NMC/MCI-recognized MD/MS/DNB in the respective discipline from a recognized university or institute.
Age Limit
Upper age limit is 45 years as on 16 November 2026. Age relaxations are available as follows:
- SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
- OBC: 3 years relaxation
- PwBD (UR/EWS): 10 years relaxation
- PwBD (OBC): 13 years relaxation
- PwBD (SC/ST): 15 years relaxation
How to Apply
- Visit the official JIPMER website and locate the recruitment section.
- Access the online registration Google Form from the link provided on the JIPMER portal.
- Fill in all required personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
- Upload scanned copies of your postgraduate medical degree certificate, identity proof, and other supporting documents in the specified format.
- Proceed to the payment gateway and pay the applicable application fee using SBI Collect (candidates with PwD status are exempt from the fee).
- Submit your completed application form before 16 November 2026 at 4:30 PM.
- Retain your confirmation number and application receipt for future correspondence.
- Attend certificate verification on 18 November 2026 at 7:00 AM at JIPMER Puducherry with all original documents.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated monthly salary of ₹1,28,359 for the 11-month contract period.
Important Links
- JIPMER Senior Resident Google Form – Online registration portal (2 to 16 November 2026, 4:30 PM)
- JIPMER Senior Resident Notification PDF – Official advertisement document (No. SR-CONT/1/2-2026/ADMN.VI)
- JIPMER Official Website – Latest updates, recruitment information, and SBI Collect payment link
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the closing date and time for applications?
A: Online registration closes on 16 November 2026 at 4:30 PM. No applications submitted after this deadline will be accepted.
Q: What is the tenure and salary?
A: The position is contractual for 11 months with a consolidated monthly salary of ₹1,28,359.
Q: What qualifications are required for Neurology?
A: Candidates must hold MD/DNB in Medicine/Paediatrics or DM/DrNB (Neurology) from a recognized institution.
Q: Is there an upper age limit, and are relaxations available?
A: The upper age limit is 45 years (as on 16.11.2026). Relaxations: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD-UR/EWS (10 years), PwBD-OBC (13 years), PwBD-SC/ST (15 years).
Q: What are the application fees?
A: General/OBC/EWS: ₹500; SC/ST: ₹250; PwDs: Exempted.
Q: When is certificate verification scheduled?
A: Certificate verification is on 18 November 2026 at 7:00 AM at JIPMER Puducherry. Candidates must bring all original documents.
Candidates must verify all details on the official JIPMER website and notification PDF before applying.