V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, is inviting applications for the post of Senior Resident with a total of 470 vacancies. The last date to apply for this position is 25.11.2026.
V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, Senior Resident 2026: 470 Posts: Overview
| Organization | V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (Government of India) |
| Post Name | Senior Resident (on regular basis) |
| Advt No | ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC |
| Total Vacancies | 470 |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Job Location | New Delhi |
| Official Website | vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in |
Important Dates
The application process will begin on 10 November 2026. Below are the important dates related to this recruitment.
| Application Start Date | 10.11.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 25.11.2026 |
Application Fee
Candidates need to pay an application fee as follows:
| Category | Fee |
| General/EWS/OBC | Rs.1200/- (Non-refundable) |
| SC/ST/PWD | No fees |
Age Limit
The upper age limit is counted on the last date of the submission of the application. The details are as follows:
| Category | Upper Age Limit |
| General/EWS | 45 years |
| OBC | 48 years |
| SC/ST | 50 years |
Candidates belonging to PwBD categories will receive age relaxation as per Government of India rules.
Vacancy Details
A total of 470 Senior Resident posts are advertised across various departments. Below is the breakdown of vacancies by department.
| Department/Speciality | Total |
| Anaesthesia | 76 |
| Anatomy | 1 |
| Biochemistry | 4 |
| Cancer Surgery | 3 |
| Cardiac Anaesthesia | 6 |
| Cardiology | 9 |
| Community Medicine | 4 |
| CTV Surgery | 20 |
| Dental Surgery (Oral Surgery) | 1 |
| Dental Surgery (Periodontics) | 1 |
| Emergency Medicine | 6 |
| Endocrinology | 8 |
| ENT | 2 |
| Forensic Medicine | 7 |
| Lab Oncology | 3 |
| Medical Oncology | 10 |
| Medicine | 38 |
| Microbiology | 5 |
| Nephrology | 5 |
| Neuro Surgery | 24 |
| Neurology | 17 |
| Nuclear Medicine | 6 |
| Obst & Gynae | 31 |
| Ophthalmology | 6 |
| Orthopaedics | 14 |
| Paediatrics | 23 |
| Paediatrics Surgery | 6 |
| Pathology | 17 |
| Pharmacology | 7 |
| Physiology | 5 |
| PMR | 2 |
| Psychiatry | 2 |
| Pulmonary Medicine | 8 |
| Radiation Oncology | 4 |
| Radiology | 21 |
| Renal Transplant | 8 |
| Reproductive Medicine | 2 |
| SIC Ortho | 19 |
| SIC Rehab | 3 |
| SIC Sports Medicine | 5 |
| Surgery | 27 |
| Urology | 4 |
Eligibility and Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess qualifications relevant to the specific department they are applying for. For all MBBS-based posts, the qualification must be recognized by the NMC, and candidates must be registered with the Delhi Medical Council before joining. For Dental Surgery posts, candidates must have an MDS recognized by DCI and be registered with the Delhi Dental Council. The eligibility criteria vary by department, and candidates should refer to the official notification for specific requirements.
| Department | Qualification |
| Anaesthesia | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Anaesthesiology |
| Anatomy | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Anatomy |
| Biochemistry | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Biochemistry |
| Cancer Surgery | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Surgery/Orthopaedics/ENT |
| Cardiac Anaesthesia | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Anaesthesiology |
| Cardiology | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Medicine |
| Community Medicine | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Community Medicine |
| CTV Surgery | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Surgery |
| Dental Surgery (Oral Surgery) | MDS in Oral Surgery recognized by DCI |
| Dental Surgery (Periodontics) | MDS in Periodontics recognized by DCI |
| Emergency Medicine | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB recognized by NMC |
| Endocrinology | MBBS with PG Degree/DNB in Medicine/Paediatrics |
| ENT | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in ENT |
| Forensic Medicine | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Forensic Medicine |
| Lab Oncology | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Pathology |
| Medical Oncology | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Medicine/Paediatrics/Radiation Oncology |
| Medicine | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Medicine |
| Microbiology | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Microbiology |
| Nephrology | MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in Nephrology |
Salary and Pay Scale
The selected candidates will receive a salary as per the 7th CPC pay scale. Below are the details.
| Pay Scale | Rs. 67,700/- in Pay Level-11 (7th CPC) plus admissible allowances |
| Contract Term | Three years; initially one year, extendable on an annual basis |
Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in two stages: a Screening Test followed by a department assessment (interview) for qualified candidates. The final selection will be based on a merit list of combined marks.
- Screening Test (written examination) – 60 marks
- Department Assessment (interview) – 40 marks
How to Apply
Candidates should follow these steps to apply for the position of Senior Resident.
- Pay the application fee of Rs.1200/- for General, EWS, and OBC candidates and keep the transaction receipt.
- Fill in the application in the prescribed format at Annexure-I, naming only ONE department/specialty.
- Paste the latest passport size photograph and sign the undertaking.
- Fill in the Admit Card proforma at Annexure-II with a recent 4cm×5cm photo with cross signature; an application without it will be rejected.
- Attach self-attested copies of the documents in the check-list order and write the page number on each page.
- Address the application to the Director, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi-110029 and submit it in the Diary & Dispatch Section of the institution.
- If sending by post, write on top of the envelope: “Application for the post of Senior Resident in the Department of _______________.”
- Submit between 10 November 2026 and 25 November 2026 till 03:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are freshers eligible?
The notification does not specify any experience requirement, so freshers can apply for the Senior Resident positions.
Can one candidate apply for more than one post?
Candidates should apply for only one department/specialty as per the application instructions.
What documents are needed at verification?
Candidates must provide self-attested copies of all required documents as listed in the application process.
Documents Required
- Latest passport size photograph
- Cross signature on the photograph
- Transaction receipt of application fee
- Self-attested copies of educational qualifications
- Self-attested copy of registration with Delhi Medical Council (for MBBS candidates)
- Self-attested copy of registration with Delhi Dental Council (for Dental Surgery candidates)
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying for more than one post or department.
- Missing the required photograph size or failing to provide a cross signature.
- Not attaching the transaction receipt for the application fee.
- Submitting the application after the deadline.
- Incorrectly filling out the application format or not following the checklist order for documents.
मुख्य जानकारी हिंदी में
- संस्था: V.M.M.C & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi
- पद: सीनियर रेजिडेंट
- कुल पद: 470
- योग्यता: MBBS, डिप्लोमा, DNB
- आयु सीमा: 45 वर्ष (जनरल/EWS), 50 वर्ष (SC/ST), 48 वर्ष (OBC)
- अंतिम तिथि: 25.11.2026
- आवेदन कैसे करें: ऑफलाइन, Annexure-I फॉर्मेट में
