NBEMS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 53 Group A, B and C Posts

Quick Highlights

• Organization: National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS)
• Advertisement No.: A-12011/3/2025-Estb
• Posts: Deputy Director (Medical), Junior Programmer, Junior Accountant, Stenographer, Junior Assistant
• Total Vacancies: 53
• Mode of Application: Online
• Last Date to Apply: 20.07.2026

Important Dates

NBEMS Vacancy Details 2026

A total of 53 vacancies are on offer across five posts. The table below gives the post-wise pay level and number of vacancies.

Note: The Junior Assistant vacancy count of 39 includes 1 backlog vacancy in the ST category. The number of vacancies is provisional and may increase, decrease or be withdrawn without prior notice.

Category-Wise Vacancy Breakup

Horizontal reservation is earmarked separately: 1 vacancy for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD) is within the Deputy Director (Medical) post, and 2 more PwBD vacancies plus 3 vacancies for Ex-Servicemen fall within the Junior Assistant post, taking the total PwBD reservation to 3 vacancies overall. Vertical and horizontal reservation will apply as per the extant Government of India orders.

Eligibility Criteria

Deputy Director (Medical) - Group A

Age: Not exceeding 35 years.

Essential Qualification: A recognized postgraduate medical qualification approved under the Medical Council Act, 1956.

Desirable: Some training in medical education technology and/or knowledge of modern evaluation techniques, including preparation of MCQs, MEQs and analysis of candidate performance.

Junior Programmer - Group B

Age: Below 27 years.

Essential Qualification: B.Tech/BE/BCA/DOEACC ('B' or 'C' level)/Degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics with specialization in computers, or equivalent.

Junior Accountant - Group C

Age: Below 27 years.

Essential Qualification: Bachelor's degree with Mathematics or Statistics, or a degree in Commerce from a recognized university, along with qualifying the examination prescribed by NBEMS.

Desirable: Three years' experience in dealing with accounts in a government institution, with knowledge of computer-based accounting.

Stenographer - Group C

Age: 18 to 27 years.

Essential Qualification: Senior Secondary (12th of 10+2).

Other Qualifications: Stenographic skill of 80/30 words per minute in shorthand/typing, and the candidate must qualify a test in General English/Shorthand and typewriting conducted by the Board.

Desirable: Two years' experience as Steno in a Government/PSU/autonomous body, along with ability to do word processing on a computer.

Junior Assistant - Group C

Age: Below 27 years.

Essential Qualification: Passed Senior Secondary Examination from a Board/University recognized by the Central/State Government, UT Administration or an educational authority; proficiency in using computers and basic software packages such as Windows/network operating systems and LAN architecture; and qualifying the examination prescribed by NBEMS.

Age Relaxation

Application Fee

Bank processing charges and service tax will be charged extra by the bank. The fee once paid is non-refundable and cannot be adjusted against any other selection process. Payment can be made online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI of any bank. Demand drafts, cheques, money orders, postal orders and similar offline instruments will not be accepted.

Selection Process

Deputy Director (Medical) and Junior Programmer

The scheme and syllabus of the examination for these two posts will be intimated separately on the NBEMS website in due course.

Junior Accountant, Stenographer and Junior Assistant

Selection for these three posts is through two stages, and no interview will be held for Group B and C posts.

Stage-I – Computer Based Test (CBT): An objective type test of 200 questions carrying a maximum of 200 marks, to be completed in 180 minutes (three hours). There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates and 50% for all other candidates.

Stage-II – Computer Knowledge/Skill Test: A test of 100 marks with a duration of 75 minutes. Based on the Stage-I merit list, five candidates per vacancy in each category will be called for Stage-II, which covers Data Entry, Word Processing, Computer Operation or Stenography as applicable to the post. The minimum qualifying marks are 40% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates and 50% for other candidates.

Final Merit List

For Junior Accountant, Stenographer and Junior Assistant, the final merit list is prepared on the basis of total marks obtained in Stage-I and Stage-II combined. If two or more candidates score equal marks, the older candidate is placed higher. The merit/select list remains valid for one year or until the next selection, whichever is earlier. For Deputy Director (Medical) and Junior Programmer, the criteria for the final merit list will be notified separately on the NBEMS website.

Exam Pattern for Stage-I (CBT)

The Stage-I question paper will be set in both English and Hindi. Candidates must appear in both stages of the examination, and the difficulty level of the paper will correspond to the educational qualification prescribed for the post.

How to Apply

Candidates can apply online only, as no other mode of application will be accepted.

1. Visit the NBEMS website www.natboard.edu.in and click on the Vacancy link.
2. Read the vacancy notification carefully to understand eligibility and age criteria.
3. Fill the registration form with basic details. A login ID and password will be sent to the registered mobile number.
4. Log in and complete the application form with personal, age and educational qualification details.
5. Upload a recent coloured photograph (under 80KB) and signature (under 50KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
6. Pay the applicable fee online through debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI.
7. Submit the application and keep a printout of the confirmation page, application form and e-admit card for future reference.

Candidates are advised to submit their online application well before the last date to avoid last-minute rush or technical difficulties. No withdrawal request will be entertained once the online application is submitted, and no correction to submitted details will be allowed at a later stage.

Documents Required

• Recent coloured photograph and signature in the prescribed format and size
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets as prescribed for the post applied for
• Caste/category certificate for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates, in the prescribed proforma
• Disability certificate issued by a competent authority, showing not less than 40% disability, for PwBD candidates
• Certificate showing date of enlistment/appointment and date of retirement/discharge, for Ex-Servicemen candidates
• No Objection Certificate, for candidates already employed in Central/State Government, PSU or similar organizations
• A valid photo identity proof, such as Aadhaar, voter ID, driving licence, passport or PAN card

Hard copies of certificates are not required at the time of applying. Candidates must produce the originals and attested copies of all supporting documents for verification whenever called by NBEMS, failing which their candidature will be rejected.

Service Bond

Selected candidates are required to execute a penalty bond agreeing to serve NBEMS for a minimum continuous period of two years, coinciding with the probation period. If a candidate resigns or voluntarily withdraws from service before completing this two-year period, they will be liable to pay three months' last-drawn salary as liquidated damages. NBEMS has also indicated that a separate service bond, with details to be communicated later, is under consideration and pending approval of the Governing Body.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is the NBEMS Recruitment 2026 notification about?

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released a notification for filling 53 vacancies in Group A, B and C posts, namely Deputy Director (Medical), Junior Programmer, Junior Accountant, Stenographer and Junior Assistant, through online applications.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in NBEMS Recruitment 2026?

There are 53 vacancies in total: 2 for Deputy Director (Medical), 1 for Junior Programmer, 4 for Junior Accountant, 7 for Stenographer and 39 for Junior Assistant, which includes 1 backlog vacancy in the ST category.

Q3. What is the last date to apply online for NBEMS Recruitment 2026?

The online application process starts on 29.06.2026 and the last date to submit the online application is 20.07.2026, which is also the crucial date for determining eligibility.

Q4. What is the age limit for NBEMS Recruitment 2026 posts?

The age limit varies by post: Deputy Director (Medical) candidates must not exceed 35 years, Junior Programmer and Junior Accountant candidates must be below 27 years, Stenographer candidates must be between 18 and 27 years, and Junior Assistant candidates must be below 27 years, all as on the closing date. Age relaxation applies for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates as per government rules.

Q5. What is the application fee for NBEMS Recruitment 2026?

UR and OBC candidates must pay Rs. 1500 plus 18% GST for all posts. SC, ST, PwBD and women candidates are exempted from the fee. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid online.

Q6. What is the selection process for Junior Accountant, Stenographer and Junior Assistant posts?

Selection for these three posts involves two stages: a Computer Based Test (Stage-I) of 200 marks with negative marking, followed by a Computer Knowledge/Skill Test (Stage-II) of 100 marks for candidates who qualify Stage-I. The final merit list is based on combined marks from both stages.

Q7. Is there an interview for these posts?

No. NBEMS has clearly stated that no interview will be held for selection to Group B and Group C posts.

Q8. How can candidates apply for NBEMS Recruitment 2026?

Candidates must apply online through the official NBEMS website by registering with basic details, filling the application form, uploading a photograph and signature, and paying the applicable fee online before the closing date.

Source

This article is based on the official NBEMS vacancy notice, Advertisement No. A-12011/3/2025-Estb, dated 02.06.2026, available on the official NBEMS website.

Disclaimer: This article is for general information purposes only, based on the official notification available at the time of publishing. Candidates are advised to verify all details, including dates, eligibility and fee, from the official NBEMS website before applying, as NBEMS reserves the right to modify vacancy numbers, examination process and other conditions.