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The JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Recruitment 2026 notification has been released by the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Puducherry, inviting eligible candidates to apply online for 34 posts across its Puducherry, Karaikal and Yanam campuses. This sarkari job opportunity covers posts such as Specialist Grade II, General Duty Medical Officer and Child Psychologist. Candidates planning to apply must check the eligibility criteria, important dates, application fee and selection process carefully before submitting their forms through the official website.
Last Date: 2026-07-01 16:30:00
Quick Highlights Of JIPMER Vacancy 2026
- Organization: Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER)
- Notice No: JPADMN-1REC031/1/2026
- Post Name: Specialist Grade II, General Duty Medical Officer, Child Psychologist
- Total Vacancies: 34 Posts
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date: 1 July 2026 (JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Vacancy 2026)
JIPMER Recruitment 2026 Notification Overview
The Director, JIPMER has invited applications from eligible Indian nationals for Group A Non-Faculty posts in the institute's three campuses located at Puducherry, Karaikal and Yanam. This recruitment drive is part of the institute's ongoing effort to strengthen its medical and academic workforce. Interested candidates should read the official notification PDF thoroughly to understand post-wise qualifications, age limits and the application process before they begin the registration.
JIPMER is an Institute of National Importance functioning under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. Working at JIPMER offers candidates an opportunity to be part of a premier medical institution with a strong academic and clinical environment.
JIPMER Important Dates 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online registration starts | 12 June 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | 1 July 2026 (till 4:30 PM) |
| Hall ticket download (tentative) | 9 July 2026 |
| Date of examination (online mode) | 15 July 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Interview schedule | To be announced later |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last date to complete the apply online process, as a heavy load on the server near the closing date may cause technical issues.
JIPMER Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | Rs 1,500 + transaction charges as applicable |
| OBC | Rs 1,500 + transaction charges as applicable |
| SC / ST | Rs 1,200 + transaction charges as applicable |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | Exempted from application fee |
The fee can be paid only through net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI. No other mode of payment is accepted, and the fee will not be refunded under any circumstances, even if the online application is rejected later.
JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Vacancy Details 2026
A total of 34 posts have been notified under this JIPMER vacancy 2026 drive. The post-wise and campus-wise distribution along with category-wise reservation is given below.
| Post Code | Name Of Post | Campus | Total Posts | UR | EWS | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3112026 | Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) | Yanam | 8 | 8 | - | - | - | - |
| 1122026 | General Duty Medical Officer | Puducherry | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| 2122026 | General Duty Medical Officer | Karaikal | 5 | 2 | - | 2 | 1 | - |
| 3122026 | General Duty Medical Officer* | Yanam | 19 | 7 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| 1132026 | Child Psychologist | Puducherry | 1 | 1 | - | - | - | - |
| Total | 34 | 19 | 2 | 7 | 4 | 2 |
*One post under General Duty Medical Officer (Yanam) is reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) under horizontal reservation.
Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) Discipline-Wise Posts
| Post Code | Specialty / Super Specialty | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 31120261 | Anaesthesiology | 2 (UR) |
| 31120262 | Cardiology | 1 (UR) |
| 31120263 | Medicine | 1 (UR) |
| 31120264 | Nephrology | 1 (UR) |
| 31120265 | Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 1 (UR) |
| 31120266 | Orthopaedics | 1 (UR) |
| 31120267 | Radio-Diagnosis | 1 (UR) |
Note: The number of posts is tentative and may change based on the requirement of the institute. Any change will be notified only on the JIPMER website before the selection examination. For the General Duty Medical Officer post, candidates must indicate their order of preference for the Puducherry, Karaikal and Yanam campuses, and this preference once submitted is treated as final.
JIPMER Eligibility Criteria 2026
The eligibility criteria for JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts 2026 differ based on the post applied for. Candidates must meet the educational qualification, experience and age requirements as on the closing date of online registration.
Educational Qualification
| Post | Educational Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Specialist Grade II - Anaesthesiology | MBBS + MD in Anaesthesiology or equivalent | 3 years after MD |
| Specialist Grade II - Cardiology | MBBS + DM in Cardiology or equivalent | 1 year (for 2 or 5 year DM course); no experience for 3 or 6 year DM course |
| Specialist Grade II - Medicine | MBBS + MD in Medicine or equivalent | 3 years after MD |
| Specialist Grade II - Nephrology | MBBS + DM in Nephrology or equivalent | 1 year (for 2 or 5 year DM course); no experience for 3 or 6 year DM course |
| Specialist Grade II - Obstetrics & Gynaecology | MBBS + MD/MS in Obstetrics & Gynaecology or equivalent | 3 years after MD/MS |
| Specialist Grade II - Orthopaedics | MBBS + MS in Orthopaedics or equivalent | 3 years after MS |
| Specialist Grade II - Radio-Diagnosis | MBBS + MD in Radio-Diagnosis or equivalent | 3 years after MD |
| General Duty Medical Officer | Medical qualification recognised under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 | 3 years experience after 1 year compulsory internship |
| Child Psychologist | M.Phil in Clinical Psychology or equivalent, with valid RCI registration | At least 2 years experience in Child Adolescent Mental Health in a recognised institute or hospital |
Age Limit For JIPMER Recruitment 2026
| Post | Maximum Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) | 40 years |
| General Duty Medical Officer | 35 years |
| Child Psychologist | 35 years |
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD (UR / EWS) | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + SC / ST | 15 years |
The closing date of online registration, that is 1 July 2026, will be considered as the cutoff date for computing the upper age limit and experience. No age relaxation is available to SC, ST or OBC candidates applying against unreserved vacancies.
JIPMER Pay Scale 2026
| Post | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) | Rs 67,700 in Level-11 of Pay Matrix of 7th CPC + NPA |
| General Duty Medical Officer | Rs 56,100 in Level-10 of Pay Matrix of 7th CPC + NPA |
| Child Psychologist | Rs 56,100 in Level-10 of Pay Matrix of 7th CPC |
JIPMER Selection Process 2026
Candidates will be selected through a Computer Based Test (CBT), which may be followed by a personal interview depending on the number of applications received. If the number of applications is limited, JIPMER may, at its discretion, conduct the selection process through a direct interview without a written examination.
Minimum Qualifying Marks In CBT
| Category | Minimum Eligibility Percentage / Percentile |
|---|---|
| UR / EWS | 50 |
| UR / EWS - PwBD | 45 |
| SC / ST / OBC | 40 |
JIPMER Exam Pattern And Marking Scheme
The examination will be conducted in online (Computer Based Test) mode in the English language only. Each correct response carries 4 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect response. No marks are awarded for unanswered questions. However, there is no negative marking for the Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) posts, and no marks are awarded for questions that are not attempted in that case.
JIPMER Merit List 2026
The final merit list is prepared based on the following weightage:
- If both CBT and interview are conducted: 80 percent weightage to CBT and 20 percent weightage to the personal interview.
- If only an interview is conducted: 100 percent weightage to the interview performance.
Shortlisting for the interview is done based on the CBT score, with the number of candidates called depending on the number of posts: 5 times the posts for 1-2 posts, 4 times for 3-4 posts, and 3 times for 5 posts and above. Separate merit lists will be prepared for Common (UR), EWS, OBC, SC, ST and PwBD candidates.
JIPMER Online Form 2026: How To Apply For Group A Non-Faculty Posts
Candidates can apply online for JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts 2026 by following the step-by-step process given below.
- Registration: Visit the official JIPMER website and complete the registration process using an active and accessible email ID, since login credentials will be sent to this email address.
- Login: Check the registered email inbox, junk folder and spam folder for the login link, then click the login link and enter the User ID and Password to log in.
- Fill Application Form: Click on the Go to Application button, fill in all required personal, educational and category details, and upload the photograph, signature, community certificate and other relevant certificates.
- Payment: After successfully uploading the documents, candidates will be redirected to the payment gateway to pay the application fee through net banking, credit card, debit card or UPI.
- Final Submission: After successful payment, download and save a printout of the final application form for future reference during certificate verification and the examination.
Candidates applying for more than one post, such as General Duty Medical Officer along with a Specialist discipline, must fill separate application forms and pay separate application fees for each post.
Documents Required For JIPMER Recruitment 2026
- Recent colour passport size photograph (30mm x 45mm) with the candidate holding a placard showing name and date
- Scanned signature (80mm x 35mm) on white paper using a black ball point pen
- Community certificate (EWS / OBC NCL / SC / ST), if applicable
- Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) certificate, if applicable
- Experience certificate, if applicable
- No objection certificate, if applicable
- Educational qualification certificates
- Valid Medical Council registration certificate
JIPMER Exam Centres 2026
The Computer Based Test will preferably be held in cities such as Bengaluru, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi, Puducherry, Kakinada and Tiruchirappalli, or any other centre decided by the Director, JIPMER. Candidates do not have the right to claim a centre of their choice, and the institute holds full discretion in allotting exam centres.
Frequently Asked Questions On JIPMER Recruitment 2026
Q1. What Is The Last Date To Apply For JIPMER Recruitment 2026?
The online registration for JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts 2026 closes on 1 July 2026 till 4:30 PM. Candidates should complete the apply online process well before this last date to avoid technical issues.
Q2. How Many Total Vacancies Are Announced In JIPMER Recruitment 2026?
JIPMER has announced a total of 34 vacancies for various Group A Non-Faculty posts, including Specialist Grade II, General Duty Medical Officer and Child Psychologist, across Puducherry, Karaikal and Yanam campuses.
Q3. What Is The Application Fee For JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts 2026?
The application fee is Rs 1,500 plus transaction charges for UR, EWS and OBC candidates, and Rs 1,200 plus transaction charges for SC and ST candidates. PwBD candidates are fully exempted from paying the application fee.
Q4. What Is The Age Limit For JIPMER Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 40 years for Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale) posts and 35 years for General Duty Medical Officer and Child Psychologist posts, with age relaxation available as per government norms.
Q5. What Is The Mode Of Selection For JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts?
Selection is made through a Computer Based Test followed by a personal interview, depending on the number of applications received. The merit list is prepared giving 80 percent weightage to the CBT and 20 percent weightage to the interview.
Q6. When Will The JIPMER Recruitment 2026 Exam Be Conducted?
The Computer Based Test for JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Posts 2026 is tentatively scheduled for 15 July 2026, which falls on a Wednesday, and will be conducted in online mode only.
Q7. How Can Candidates Download The JIPMER Admit Card 2026?
The hall ticket for the written examination will be available for download from the official JIPMER website around 9 July 2026, and candidates must carry it along with a valid photo identity proof to the exam centre.
Q8. Where Can Candidates Apply Online For JIPMER Recruitment 2026?
Candidates can apply online through the official JIPMER website by registering with a valid email ID, logging in with the credentials received, filling the application form and completing the fee payment.
Source
This article is based on the official detailed advertisement, JPADMN-1REC031/1/2026 dated 12 June 2026, issued by JIPMER, Puducherry. For complete details, notification PDF download and the latest updates on apply online links, registration, login, syllabus, exam pattern, admit card, answer key, cut off, result and merit list, candidates should refer to the official JIPMER website.
Disclaimer: This article is published for general information and Sarkari job awareness purposes only. While every effort has been made to present accurate details based on the official notification, candidates are strongly advised to verify all information, including important dates, eligibility criteria and application fee, from the official JIPMER website before applying.
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