V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi has released a major recruitment notification for 470 Senior Resident positions across 42 clinical and non-clinical departments. The online application window is open from 10 to 25 November 2026, with applications submitted offline using the prescribed Annexure-I format.
Overview
This is a high-volume recruitment by V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital (Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare) targeting qualified medical professionals with postgraduate qualifications. The positions include 439 posts at VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi and 31 posts at RHTC, Najafgarh. All appointments are on a regular contractual basis with an initial term of one year, extendable annually up to three years.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Submission Window Opens | 10 November 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 25 November 2026 (3:00 PM) |
| Advertisement Number | ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| General/EWS/OBC | ₹1,200/- | Non-refundable |
| SC/ST/PwBD | No fee | Exempt |
Payment should be made to SJH AND VMMC EXAM FEE A/C at Bank of Baroda. Account Number: 26400 1000 23808, IFSC Code: BARB0SAFECX (note: fifth character is zero), MICR Code: 110012067.
Vacancy Details
The 470 vacancies are distributed across 42 departments. The largest openings are in Anaesthesia (81 positions including Cardiac Anaesthesia), Medicine (43 posts), Surgery (31 posts), Obst & Gynae (37 posts), Paediatrics (29 posts), Radiology (21), Neuro Surgery (24), and others. Each department has specific vacancy allocations between VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital and RHTC, Najafgarh. For the complete breakdown of all 42 departments, refer to the official recruitment notification.
Eligibility
Age Limit: General/EWS candidates must be below 45 years; OBC candidates below 48 years; SC/ST candidates below 50 years. PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Qualifications: Candidates must possess MBBS followed by a PG Degree, Diploma, or DNB in the specific medical specialization. Qualifications must be recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC) or Dental Council of India (DCI). Each department has distinct eligibility criteria—for example, Anaesthesia requires MBBS with PG in Anaesthesiology; Medicine requires MBBS with PG in Medicine; Surgery requires MBBS with PG in Surgery recognized by NMC/DCI. Dental specialties require MDS recognized by DCI. Refer to the official notification for all department-specific eligibility requirements.
How to Apply
- Visit VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital's official website.
- Download the application form (Annexure-I format) which becomes available from 10 November 2026.
- Carefully fill in all personal details, educational qualifications, work experience, and department preference.
- Attach supporting documents (MBBS certificate, PG qualification certificate, age proof, caste certificate if applicable, etc.).
- Submit the completed application offline as per the instructions specified in the notification.
- Ensure submission is completed by 25 November 2026 at 3:00 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Retain a photocopy or scanned copy of your submitted application for future reference.
Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Level-11 (7th CPC) with a basic pay of ₹67,700/- plus all applicable allowances as per Government of India norms. The appointment is initially for one year and may be extended annually up to a maximum of three years, subject to performance and organizational requirements.
Selection Process
The recruitment is a two-stage process: (1) Screening Test: A one-hour written examination comprising 60 MCQ-based questions (60 marks). (2) Department Assessment: Candidates qualifying the screening test will undergo department-specific assessment (40 marks). Final selection is based on combined performance in both stages.
Important Links
- VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Application Form and Official Website
- Official Recruitment Notification PDF (Advertisement No. ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the total number of Senior Resident vacancies?
A: A total of 470 Senior Resident positions are available: 439 at VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi and 31 at RHTC, Najafgarh, distributed across 42 clinical and non-clinical departments.
Q: What is the application fee and mode of payment?
A: General, EWS, and OBC candidates must pay ₹1,200/- (non-refundable). SC, ST, and PwBD candidates are exempt. Payment should be made to SJH AND VMMC EXAM FEE A/C, Bank of Baroda, Account No. 26400 1000 23808, IFSC: BARB0SAFECX.
Q: What qualifications are required for different departments?
A: Each department requires MBBS followed by a PG Degree, Diploma, or DNB in the relevant specialty recognized by NMC or DCI. For example, Anaesthesia requires PG in Anaesthesiology; Medicine requires PG in Medicine. Refer to the official notification for complete eligibility for all 42 departments.
Q: What is the age limit?
A: General/EWS: 45 years; OBC: 48 years; SC/ST: 50 years. PwBD candidates are eligible for age relaxation as per Government rules.
Q: What is the salary and contract period?
A: Salary is ₹67,700/- in Pay Level-11 (7th CPC) plus allowances. The position is offered on a regular contractual basis with an initial period of one year, extendable annually up to three years.
Q: How does the selection process work?
A: Selection comprises two stages: a Screening Test (60 marks, one-hour MCQ-based written exam) and Department Assessment (40 marks) for qualifying candidates. Final selection is based on combined scores.
Disclaimer: Candidates are advised to verify all details, dates, eligibility criteria, and application procedures on the official VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital website and the official notification before applying.