Shillong Medical College, under the Health & Family Welfare Department of the Government of Meghalaya, is inviting applications for 11 faculty positions: 7 Professors and 4 Associate Professors across multiple medical departments. This is a contractual recruitment under Advertisement No. SMC-97/2026/Estt./HR/ dated 3 November 2026.
Overview
This rolling advertisement offers an opportunity for experienced medical professionals to join Shillong Medical College in senior academic roles. Positions are available in nine departments: Pharmacology, Pathology, Microbiology, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, General Surgery, General Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Physiology, and Anatomy. All positions are contractual with a maximum tenure of 7 years (4+3) or until the age of 70, whichever comes first.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 3 November 2026 |
| Application Deadline | 20 November 2026, 5:00 PM |
| Application Mode | Email only (scanned PDF) |
Vacancy Details
| Post | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Pharmacology | 1 |
| Pathology | 1 | |
| Microbiology | 1 | |
| Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | 1 | |
| General Surgery | 1 | |
| General Medicine | 1 | |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1 | |
| Associate Professor | Microbiology | 1 |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1 | |
| Physiology | 1 | |
| Anatomy | 1 |
Eligibility
For Professor: Applicants must hold an MD/MS/DNB degree in the concerned subject. Additionally, they must have served as an Associate Professor in the same subject for at least three years in a recognised medical institution, or have equivalent service in the Armed Forces.
For Associate Professor: Applicants must possess an MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject and have worked as an Assistant Professor for a minimum of four years in a recognised medical institution, or have equivalent Armed Forces service.
Age Limit: Candidates must be up to 70 years old as on 20 November 2026.
Salary
| Post | Monthly Fixed Remuneration | Contract Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | ₹3,20,000 | 7 years (4+3) or age 70, whichever is earlier |
| Associate Professor | ₹2,60,000 | 7 years (4+3) or age 70, whichever is earlier |
The salary figures represent fixed monthly remuneration without any added allowance.
How to Apply
- Visit the Shillong Medical College Official Website to download the application form (Annexure-I)
- Complete the application form with all required information and supporting documents
- Scan all documents and combine them into a single PDF file
- Email the PDF to the specified address mentioned in the SMC Official Notification PDF
- Ensure your application is received by 20 November 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Please note: only email submissions are accepted; offline applications will not be considered
Important Links
- SMC Official Notification PDF – Rolling advertisement dated 3 November 2026
- Shillong Medical College Official Website – Application form, updates, and results
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the final date to submit applications?
A: The application deadline is 20 November 2026 at 5:00 PM. Applications submitted after this time will not be accepted.
Q: What is the salary structure?
A: Professors receive ₹3,20,000 per month and Associate Professors receive ₹2,60,000 per month as fixed monthly remuneration without any additional allowances.
Q: How long is the contract period?
A: The contract tenure is a maximum of 7 years (4+3) or until the candidate reaches 70 years of age, whichever occurs first.
Q: What qualifications are required for the Professor position?
A: Applicants must have an MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject and minimum three years of experience as an Associate Professor in a recognised medical institution, or equivalent Armed Forces service.
Q: How should I submit my application?
A: Applications must be emailed as a single scanned PDF to the address specified in the official notification. Offline submissions are not accepted.
Q: What is the maximum age limit?
A: The age limit is 70 years as on 20 November 2026.
Candidates must verify all details including the application email address, specific eligibility criteria, and document requirements on the official SMC website and notification PDF before submitting their applications.