ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 118 Teaching Faculty Vacancies

Quick Highlights - ESIC Teaching Faculty Recruitment 2026

Important Dates - ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026

Note: Applications received after the last date by any mode will not be considered. ESIC will not be responsible for postal delays.

Application Fee - ESIC Professor Online Form 2026

Mode of Payment: Demand Draft or Banker's Cheque of Rs. 500/- in favour of 'ESI Fund Account No. 2', drawn on any scheduled bank, payable at Delhi. The DD/BC must be issued after the advertisement date. Fee once paid is non-refundable. Applications without the prescribed fee will be rejected.

ESIC Professor Vacancy 2026 - Category-Wise Details

A total of 118 Professor vacancies are available across 22 medical specialties. The category-wise breakup is as follows:

Notes:

• Reserved vacancies include backlog vacancies: 11 for SC, 6 for ST, and 23 for OBC categories.
• 08 posts are reserved for PwBD candidates: (a)-2, (b)-2, (c)-2, and (d & e)-2.
• The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending upon actual requirement.

Eligibility Criteria - ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026

Educational Qualification

For Medical Candidates (Essential):

• A recognized medical qualification included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
• A postgraduate qualification: MD (Doctor of Medicine) or MS (Master of Surgery) or a recognized equivalent qualification in the respective or allied discipline.

For Non-Medical Candidates (Essential):

• A Masters degree in the concerned subject or allied discipline.
• A Doctorate degree (PhD) from a recognized university in the respective subject or allied discipline.

Note: The respective subject or allied discipline should be as per Table-I of Schedule I of the MCI "Minimum Qualifications for Teachers in Medical Institutions Regulations, 1998".

Experience

Candidates must fulfill one of the following experience conditions:

• Option A: Four years of teaching experience as a Reader or Associate Professor in a recognized medical college in the concerned specialty.
• Option B: Three years of teaching experience as Associate Professor in a recognized medical college with a minimum of four research publications in indexed or national journals, with at least two publications during the tenure as Associate Professor.

Note: Teaching experience in posts such as General Duty Medical Officer shall not be considered for eligibility. Experience must be recognized by NMC or the relevant statutory body as valid teaching experience.

Age Limit

Note: The maximum age shall not exceed 56 years for PwBD candidates in any case. The crucial date for determining age is 27 July 2026.

Nationality

The candidate must be a citizen of India or a subject of Nepal/Bhutan, or a person of Indian origin who has migrated from specified countries with intent to permanently settle in India. For some categories, a certificate of eligibility issued by the Government of India is required.

Pay Scale - ESIC Professor Salary 2026

In addition to basic pay, selected candidates will be eligible for:

• Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) as admissible to analogous posts in Central Health Service
• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance

Selection Process - ESIC Teaching Faculty 2026

The selection for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026 will be made on the basis of an Interview conducted by the ESIC Selection Board.

• In case of a large number of applications, ESIC may shortlist candidates based on teaching experience beyond the minimum eligibility (at the level of Associate Professor/Reader or higher).
• Shortlisting will be based on information submitted in the application form supported by certificates.

Minimum Qualifying Marks in Interview

Tie-Breaking Criteria

In case two or more candidates secure equal marks in the interview:

1. The candidate elder in age will be given preference.
2. The candidate who passed the essential postgraduate degree earlier will be preferred.
3. The candidate who completed internship earlier will be preferred.

ESIC may maintain a Reserve List as per UPSC provisions.

Career Prospects and Opportunities

• Opportunity to build a first-rate medical education institution to serve Insured Persons of ESI Corporation across India.
• Platform to realize full academic and research potential in medical specialties.
• Contribute to providing quality specialty healthcare to ESI beneficiaries on a pan-India basis.
• Promotional avenues available under DACP guidelines of the Government of India.
• Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India as per administrative requirements.

How to Apply for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026

The application mode is offline only. There is no online registration portal for this recruitment. Follow the steps below:

1. Visit the official ESIC website at esic.gov.in and download the official recruitment notification PDF and application form.
2. Read the notification carefully and check your eligibility for the desired specialty post including age limit, educational qualification, and teaching experience.
3. Fill in the application form in the prescribed proforma with all required details including specialty applied for, personal information, educational qualifications, and employment history.
4. Obtain a Demand Draft or Banker's Cheque of Rs. 500/- in favour of 'ESI Fund Account No.2', payable at Delhi (if applicable). Female, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are fee-exempt.
5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents including date of birth proof, educational certificates, experience certificates, caste/category certificate (if applicable), research publication proof, and photograph.
6. Mention at least 10 state preferences for posting in the application form as required.
7. Send the complete application in a cover superscribed 'Application for the post of Professor for Medical Institutions' preferably by Speed Post to: Regional Office Delhi, ESI Corporation, DDA Complex Cum Office, 3rd and 4th Floor, Rajendra Bhawan, Rajendra Place, New Delhi-110008, so as to reach by 27 July 2026.

Important: Candidates are advised to submit their applications well in advance without waiting for the closing date. Applications received after the last date will not be considered under any circumstances.

Documents Required for ESIC Professor Application

• Demand Draft / Banker's Cheque of Rs. 500/- (pinned/clipped at the top, not stapled)
• Recent self-attested passport size photograph firmly pasted on the application form
• Matriculation / 10th Standard certificate as proof of date of birth
• Degree certificate and marksheets for all academic qualifications
• Experience certificates from Head(s) of Organization(s) showing duration, pay, and nature of duties
• Certificates for research publications
• Caste certificate in prescribed proforma (for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates)
• OBC non-creamy layer declaration in prescribed format (for OBC candidates)
• Disability certificate in prescribed proforma (for PwBD candidates)
• Certificate for Ex-Servicemen (if applicable)
• Certificate for ESIC/Government employees with prior intimation to Head of Department
• NMC/State Medical Council registration certificates (MBBS and PG qualification)

General Rules and Important Instructions

• Candidates must fill at least 10 options for state preferences for posting in the application form.
• A candidate will be eligible for community reservation only if their caste is included in the Central Government's list of reserved communities.
• If a candidate submits more than one application under different categories, all applications will be rejected.
• PwBD candidates must have a minimum of 40% disability to avail reservation benefits.
• Government servants must submit a declaration that they have informed their Head of Office/Department about applying.
• Furnishing false information or tampering with documents will lead to cancellation of candidature at any stage.
• Selected candidates will be appointed on probation as per ESIC rules.
• Final results will be published on the ESIC website; interim enquiries will not be entertained.
• Canvassing in any form will disqualify a candidate.
• The date of birth mentioned in the application form is final. No change will be allowed later.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026

Q1. How Many Vacancies Are There in ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026?

ESIC has notified a total of 118 Professor vacancies across 22 medical specialties in ESIC PGIMSRs and ESIC Medical Colleges. These include 25 SC, 13 ST, 37 OBC, 8 EWS, and 35 UR posts. The number of vacancies may increase or decrease depending on actual requirements.

Q2. What Is the Last Date to Apply for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026?

The last date to submit the offline application form for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026 is 27 July 2026. Candidates residing in remote areas such as Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Ladakh, Lahaul and Spiti, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, and Lakshadweep have an extended last date of 03 August 2026.

Q3. What Is the Age Limit for ESIC Professor Post?

The maximum age limit for the Professor post in ESIC is 50 years for UR/EWS candidates. Age relaxation is available: 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, and 5 years for Ex-Servicemen. ESIC and Central Government employees also get 5 years of relaxation. The crucial date for age calculation is 27 July 2026.

Q4. What Educational Qualification Is Required for ESIC Professor Recruitment?

For medical candidates, a recognized MBBS degree (included in the First or Second Schedule or Part-II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956) along with a postgraduate qualification (MD/MS) in the respective or allied discipline is required. For non-medical candidates, a Masters degree and a Doctorate (PhD) in the concerned subject are required. Experience requirements are detailed in the official notification.

Q5. What Is the Selection Process for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026?

Selection is based on an interview conducted by the ESIC Selection Board. If the number of applications is large, ESIC may shortlist candidates for interview based on teaching experience beyond the minimum eligibility. The minimum qualifying marks in the interview are: UR/EWS - 50 marks, OBC - 45 marks, SC/ST/PwBD - 40 marks out of 100.

Q6. What Is the Salary for ESIC Professor Post?

The ESIC Professor post is placed at Pay Level-13 in the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 1,23,100 to Rs. 2,15,900 per month. In addition to basic pay, candidates are eligible for Non-Practising Allowance (NPA), Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance as applicable.

Q7. What Is the Application Fee for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026?

The application fee is Rs. 500/- for General, OBC, EWS, and ESIC/Government male employees. The fee must be paid via Demand Draft or Banker's Cheque in favour of 'ESI Fund Account No.2', payable at Delhi. Female candidates, SC, ST, PwBD, and Ex-Servicemen candidates are exempted from paying the fee. The fee once paid is non-refundable.

Q8. Where Should I Send the Application Form for ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026?

The duly filled and signed application form along with self-attested copies of all required certificates should be sent to: Regional Office Delhi, ESI Corporation, DDA Complex Cum Office, 3rd and 4th Floor, Rajendra Bhawan, Rajendra Place, New Delhi-110008. The application should be sent preferably by Speed Post and must reach the office by 27 July 2026.

Source

This article is based on the official recruitment notification issued by the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, dated 19 May 2026. For complete and authoritative information, always refer to the official ESIC website.

Disclaimer

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