IGIMS Patna Junior Resident Recruitment 2026

Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Sheikhpura, Patna, Bihar, is inviting applications for Junior Resident (Non-Academic) appointments for the 2026 session. The recruitment is intended for eligible Indian citizens with an MBBS degree and completed internship who have appeared in NEET-PG 2026.

There are 109 vacancies across the institute’s departments, excluding Dentistry, and the appointments are for one year. Applications must be submitted offline; the notification does not provide an opening date, and completed forms must reach IGIMS by 30 November 2026 at 4:00 PM. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their NEET-PG 2026 scores, with department allocation determined by merit, candidate choice, vacancies and institute requirements.

Important Dates

The notification does not specify when applications open. The 2026 recruitment session is not a separate application date.

Vacancy Details

IGIMS has notified 109 posts of Junior Resident (Non-Academic) in the institute and its medical college. Dentistry is excluded, and the notification states that the vacancy count in individual departments may increase or decrease.

Reservation is to be applied under Bihar Government rules for UR, EWS, BC, EBC, SC, ST, women, persons with disabilities, and eligible wards or descendants of Freedom Fighters. Reservation benefits are available only to candidates domiciled in Bihar; applicants from other states are not eligible for Bihar state reservation benefits.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Applicants must hold an MBBS degree, including completion of the internship, from an institution recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC). An equivalent qualification recognised by the NMC is also acceptable. Candidates must have appeared in NEET-PG 2026 and include their scorecard with the application. Applicants who have secured admission to a medical college under the applicable Government of Bihar rules will not be considered. Only Indian citizens may apply.

BC and EBC applicants seeking reservation must provide a valid Bihar Government certificate confirming non-creamy-layer status; it must not be more than one year old on the date of the advertisement. The EWS certificate for Junior Residency must have been issued after 1 April 2026. SC, ST, EWS and PwD certificates must be issued by authorities prescribed by the Government of Bihar. A candidate may serve a maximum of one term of Junior Residency: joining and leaving at any point counts as one term, regardless of the length of service. Work in the Armed Forces, Central or State Health Services, or private nursing homes is treated as equivalent to Junior Residency (Non-Academic).

Age Limit

The supplied notification does not specify an age limit or age relaxation. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for any subsequent clarification.

Application Fee

The fee is non-refundable and must be paid by Demand Draft in favour of “Director, IGIMS, Patna”, payable at Patna.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official IGIMS website and open its Opportunity section to locate the Junior Resident (Non-Academic) 2026 notice.
2. Read the official recruitment notification and download the application form.
3. Complete the form carefully and attach self-attested photocopies of the required documents: Class 10 certificate as proof of date of birth; Class 10+2 certificate; all MBBS mark sheets; MBBS degree certificate; internship completion certificate; NEET-PG 2026 scorecard; BMC/NMC registration certificate; and a recent passport-size photograph.
4. Where applicable, also attach caste, EWS, BC/EBC non-creamy-layer, PwD and Freedom Fighter certificates. Follow the notification’s requirements for certificate validity and issuing authority.
5. Include a Demand Draft for the fee applicable to your category. The draft must be payable at Patna and made in favour of “Director, IGIMS, Patna”.
6. If you are employed by a Government, Semi-Government or other organisation, include a No Objection Certificate from your employer. If you are not employed, provide a written declaration confirming that you are not employed by any organisation and are not pursuing any course.
7. Include the declaration stating whether you filled in the declaration form and appeared before the NMC team for the 2026–27 session at any medical college.
8. Send the completed application and enclosures by Registered Post, Speed Post or courier to: The Director, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Sheikhpura, Patna-14, Bihar. It must reach the institute no later than 30 November 2026 at 4:00 PM; late applications may not be considered.

Salary & Pay Scale

Selected Junior Residents will be placed at Level 10 of the Pay Matrix, with an entry basic pay of INR 56,100 per month. Non-Practising Allowance (NPA) and other allowances admissible under institute rules are additional. The appointment is non-academic and lasts one year.

Residents are assessed after the first six months, and an appointment may be terminated if performance is unsatisfactory. Leave entitlement is 2.5 days for each completed month of service, subject to institute rules. Absence without information for more than seven days may result in termination. A resident wishing to leave before completing the term must give one month’s notice or deposit one month’s salary. Private practice, including laboratory practice, is prohibited, whether undertaken directly or indirectly. Residents must stay on campus if accommodation is provided; if it is not provided, HRA is admissible under the applicable rules. No TA/DA is payable for attending counselling or joining. IGIMS reserves the right to accept or reject applications and to increase or decrease the number of vacancies.

Selection Process

Selection is based on the NEET-PG 2026 score, and the institute will prepare a merit-based selection panel. Department allotment will depend on vacancy availability, the candidate’s merit and choices, and the institute’s requirements. The panel remains valid for 12 months. The notification does not specify a separate written examination or interview schedule.

Eligible candidates should check the official notification and ensure that their complete application reaches IGIMS by 30 November 2026 at 4:00 PM.