PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026: The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has officially released its doctor recruitment notice for Senior Resident, Junior/Senior Demonstrator, and Senior Medical Officer posts. Under Advt. No. PGI/RC/056/2026/2690, a total of 162 tenure posts will be filled at PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur, Punjab. The PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released on October 16, 2026. Online applications open on October 16, 2026, and the last date to apply online is November 13, 2026.
These are tenure posts for a maximum of 3 years. You need a postgraduate degree in the specialty you’re applying for: MD/MS for most posts, MDS for dental, and M.Sc./Ph.D. for demonstrators. Check the department-wise qualifications and reservations in the notification before you apply.
PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Post Name | Senior Resident, Junior/Senior Demonstrator, Senior Medical Officer |
| Advt. No. | PGI/RC/056/2026/2690 |
| Total Vacancy | 162 |
| Notification Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Category | PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 |
| Official Website | www.pgimer.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | October 16, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | November 13, 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | November 30, 2026 |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | December 5, 2026 |
| CBT Result (Expected) | December 11, 2026 |
| Document Verification and Departmental Interview (Expected) | December 23, 2026 |
| Final Result (Expected) | December 31, 2026 |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1,500/- (plus transaction charges) |
| SC / ST | Rs. 800/- (plus transaction charges) |
| PWD | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 is Up to 45 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 13.11.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident (PGIMER Chandigarh) | 122 | MBBS + MD/MS in Concerned Specialty (MDS for Dental) + Medical/ Dental Council Registration |
| Senior Resident (PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur) | 21 | MBBS + MD/MS in Concerned Specialty (MDS for Dental) + Medical/ Dental Council Registration |
| Junior/ Senior Demonstrator (PGIMER Chandigarh) | 16 | M.Sc. / MBBS / MS (Jr.) OR M.Sc. + Ph.D. (Sr.) in Concerned Subject |
| Senior Medical Officer (PGIMER Chandigarh) | 1 | MD/MS (Medicine/Surgery) |
| Senior Medical Officer (PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur) | 2 | MD/MS (Medicine/Surgery) |
PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Document Verification
- Departmental Interview and Assessment
How to Apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026:
- Visit www.pgimer.edu.in and click the Recruitment link on the home page.
- Read the Guidelines and Help Manual, then complete the online registration.
- Choose your post and department, and set your Institute preference (Chandigarh / Sangrur) where the post is common to both.
- Upload your documents, including Matric onwards certificates, MCI/DCI registration and category certificate.
- Pay the fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking (avoid UPI).
- Submit by November 13, 2026 and keep a printout. You’ll need it for document verification after the CBT.
Important Links
| PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Short Notice | Short Notice |
| PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| PGIMER Chandigarh Doctor Recruitment 2026 Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| PGIMER Chandigarh Official Website | PGIMER |