The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Patna has released the Junior Resident Recruitment 2026 notification for medical graduates. This recruitment is for Junior Resident (Non-Academic) on an ad-hoc basis and provides a significant opportunity for fresh MBBS doctors to begin their careers at a premier central government medical institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
Recruitment Overview
AIIMS Patna has invited online applications for a total of 43 Junior Resident posts. Candidates with an MBBS degree including completed internship from an institute recognized by the Medical Council of India / National Medical Commission are eligible to apply. The appointment is initially on a six-month ad-hoc contract, which may be extended once up to a maximum of 12 months based on performance and administrative approval.
The official advertisement for the recruitment is listed under Advt. No. F-83448/Junior Resident (Ad-hoc.) Rectt./2026 on the AIIMS Patna website.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 3 February 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 20 February 2026
- Provisional Eligibility List: 24 February 2026
- Final Eligibility List: 27 February 2026
- Admit Card Release: 28 February 2026
- Written Exam Date: 1 March 2026 (11:00 AM to 12:30 PM)
Candidates are advised to complete their applications well before the deadline and to keep track of updates on the official website.
Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies for the Junior Resident (Non-Academic) post is 43, distributed category-wise as per governmental reservation rules:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 22 |
| EWS | 4 |
| OBC (NCL) | 7 |
| SC | 7 |
| ST | 3 |
| Total | 43 |
Vacancy numbers are provisional and may change during the selection process without prior notice.
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for AIIMS Patna Junior Resident Recruitment 2026, candidates must have:
- MBBS degree, including completion of the compulsory internship from an MCI/NMC recognised institution.
- Valid registration with the Medical Council of India / National Medical Commission or respective State Medical Council, to be produced at the time of joining if selected.
Only candidates meeting these academic and professional requirements should apply.
Age Limit and Relaxation
For this recruitment, the upper age limit is 37 years as on 20 February 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules for reserved categories:
- OBC: 3 years
- SC/ST: 5 years
- PwBD: Up to 10 years depending on category
Candidates must ensure that they meet the age criteria before applying.
Salary and Tenure
Selected candidates will receive a monthly pay of ₹56,100 under Level-10 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, along with usual allowances and Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA) applicable for medical graduates. The initial appointment is for six months, and extension up to another six months may be granted based on satisfactory performance and administrative approval.
Selection Process
The recruitment selection is based on a written examination that is MCQ-based. Candidates will be assessed on their medical knowledge and clinical understanding through this test. The written exam is scheduled for 1 March 2026 at the Examination Hall, Administrative Building, AIIMS Patna. Results and further selection steps will be announced on the official website.
Application Fee
The application fee varies by category:
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1200
- SC / ST: ₹500
- PwBD & Women: Exempted
Fees must be paid online during the application process and are non-refundable.
How to Apply Online
Candidates must follow these steps to complete the application:
- Visit the official AIIMS Patna website: www.aiimspatna.edu.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment section and find the Junior Resident (Non-Academic) Recruitment 2026 link.
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to obtain login credentials.
- Complete the application form with correct personal and academic details.
- Upload the required documents like MBBS degree, internship certificate, registration certificate and photograph.
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form.
- Print the confirmation page for future reference.
After submission, no changes are allowed in certain fields, so candidates should verify all information before finalizing the form.