VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 has been announced for Senior Resident posts on Adhoc basis through Walk-in-Interview! Published on 03-06-2026 vide File No. ACDM-13016/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC, this recruitment drive offers 179 total openings across 38 specialties/departments of VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital and its satellite centre RHTC, Najafgarh, New Delhi. Candidates possessing MBBS with PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in the relevant specialty recognized by NMC and registered with Delhi Medical Council (or applied for registration) can appear for Walk-in-Interview scheduled from 15-06-2026 to 25-06-2026. Find all details about the VMMC Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident new vacancy 2026, including eligibility, walk-in schedule, and notification PDF here.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Office of Director, Safdarjung Hospital & Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC), New Delhi – 110029, Government of India, has officially released Advertisement Notice vide File No. ACDM-13016/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC dated 03/06/2026 for filling up 179 vacant posts of Senior Residents on Adhoc basis through Walk-in-Interview in VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital and its satellite centre – Rural Health Training Centre (RHTC), Najafgarh. The appointment will be initially for a period of 89 days, extendable for a further 89 days subject to satisfactory performance, or till the post is filled on regular basis, whichever is earlier. The notification includes complete details on department-wise vacancy breakup, eligibility criteria, pay scale, age limit, selection process, walk-in schedule, and documents to be carried. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before appearing for the interview. The notification is available on the official VMMC-SJH website.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 Overview
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital is recruiting 179 Senior Resident (Adhoc) posts across 38 specialties/departments via Walk-in-Interview, last walk-in date 25 June 2026.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Venue: Room No. 18 (Academic Section), Ground Floor, College Building, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi – 110029. Eligibility will be determined as on the date of walk-in-interview. Tentative date of joining will be approximately 10 days from the date of issue of result.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
A total of 179 vacancies have been announced across 38 specialties/departments – 149 in VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital (main hospital) and 30 in RHTC, Najafgarh (satellite centre). All Senior Residents recruited, including those recruited for VMMC & SJH posts, will be posted in RHTC, Najafgarh on brief rotational basis as per requirement. Teaching experience certificate will be issued by VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital. 24 posts are horizontally reserved for PwBD (Divyangjan) including backlog vacancies as per DOPT, Government of India rules.
Abbreviations: UR – Unreserved, EWS – Economically Weaker Section, SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, OBC – Other Backward Classes. 24 posts are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disability (PwBD / Divyangjan) including backlog vacancies as per DOPT, Govt. of India Rules. Note: All Senior Residents, including those recruited for VMMC & SJH posts, will be posted in RHTC, Najafgarh on brief rotational basis as per requirement.
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PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) – Categories Eligible
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill all eligibility conditions as on the date of walk-in-interview. Eligibility will be determined with reference to age, educational qualification, and experience as on the date of walk-in-interview. Permanent Registration Certificate from Delhi Medical Council (DMC) is mandatory for both MBBS and PG degrees (or applied for registration). Candidates can appear for only one specialty/department under this advertisement.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
Eligibility with reference to age will be determined as on the date of walk-in-interview. Relaxation for PwBD candidates is as per Government of India rules.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
No application fee is mentioned in the notification. The selected candidates are however required to submit a refundable security deposit of Rs. 65,000/- at the time of joining, along with original UG & PG degrees. The security deposit is refundable without interest after completion of tenure or resignation with applicable notice period / pay in lieu of notice period.
VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
Selection is through Walk-in-Interview only. No written examination will be conducted. Candidates must register on the date of walk-in-interview at Room No. 18 (Academic Section), Ground Floor, College Building, VMMC & SJH, New Delhi between 09:00 AM and 10:30 AM with original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies. Inter-hospital/institution transfer shall not be permitted. The appointment will be initially for 89 days, extendable for a further 89 days subject to satisfactory HOD report. Maximum tenure as Senior Resident is three years including any prior SR service in any Government of India/State Government hospital/institution. Tentative joining date is approximately 10 days from the date of result.
Stage 1 – Walk-in-Interview (Total 100 Marks)
Stage 2 – Document Verification & Medical Fitness
Original certificates must be produced at the time of registration for walk-in-interview. Appointment is subject to satisfactory verification of all eligibility conditions. Candidates already employed must submit NOC from present employer; relieving from present employer is required before joining.
Who should NOT apply for VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who do not hold MBBS with a PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in the specific specialty they are applying for, recognized by NMC (or DCI for Dental Surgery).
- Candidates who are not registered with Delhi Medical Council (DMC) for both MBBS and PG, and have not even applied for such registration – DMC registration (or proof of application) is mandatory.
- Candidates above 45 years (General/EWS), 48 years (OBC), or 50 years (SC/ST) of age as on the date of walk-in-interview who do not qualify for PwBD relaxation.
- Candidates who have already completed the maximum tenure of 3 years as Senior Resident (including all prior SR service in Govt. hospitals/institutions) – they are not eligible for further adhoc SR appointment.
- Candidates who cannot appear in person at the walk-in-interview venue (Room No. 18, Academic Section, College Building, VMMC & SJH, New Delhi) on the scheduled date for their respective specialty.
- Candidates who are currently employed and cannot produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer, or cannot obtain relieving before joining.
- Candidates who cannot make the refundable security deposit of Rs. 65,000/- and submit original UG & PG degrees at the time of joining.
- Candidates wishing to appear for more than one specialty – a candidate can appear in only one specialty/department under this advertisement.
Common mistakes / What to check before appearing for VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026?
- Not carrying all original certificates to the walk-in-interview – candidates must bring originals AND one set of self-attested photocopies; missing documents may lead to rejection at registration itself.
- Carrying an OBC certificate older than 01-04-2026 – OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate must have been issued on or after 01-04-2026 by the competent authority in the Central Government prescribed format (Annexure-II).
- Not carrying a valid EWS certificate – EWS Income & Asset Certificate must be dated on or after 01.04.2026 (valid for year 2026-27) issued in the format as per Annexure-III; additionally, copies of Form 16 / ITR for FY 2025-26 and income proof for parents, siblings, spouse, and children (below 18 years) must be produced.
- Reporting after 10:30 AM – candidates must register between 09:00 AM and 10:30 AM only; late reporting will not be entertained.
- Not downloading and filling the Application Form (Annexure-I) before arriving – the duly filled application form and one recent passport size photograph must be brought to the interview venue.
- Attempting to apply for more than one specialty – candidates are specifically instructed to appear in only one subject/specialty. Appearing in more than one will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- Forgetting to check the official website (www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in) for any updates, postponements, or final result notifications before the walk-in date.
- Candidates currently in Central Govt./State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Body employment who do not bring their No Objection Certificate (NOC) – the NOC is a mandatory document to be submitted at the interview.
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How to Apply for VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026
There is no online application process for this recruitment. Eligible candidates must appear in person for the Walk-in-Interview on the scheduled date for their respective specialty. Candidates must download and fill the Application Form (Annexure-I) available on the official website (www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in) before arriving for registration.
Documents Required to be Brought to Walk-in-Interview (Originals + One Set of Self-Attested Photocopies):
- Duly filled Application Form as per Annexure-I with one recent passport size photograph affixed
- Secondary School Certificate (10th class) – for age proof
- MBBS Degree / Provisional Pass Certificate
- MD/MS/DNB/MDS/Diploma Degree / Provisional Pass Certificate
- Permanent DMC Registration Certificate for both MBBS and PG (or acknowledgement of registration applied for)
- SC/ST/OBC Caste Certificate (if applicable) in prescribed Central Government format
- OBC Certificate issued on or after 01-04-2026 in DOPT prescribed format for Central Govt. posts (as per Annexure-II) – OBC candidates must submit the latest certificate
- EWS Income & Asset Certificate dated on or after 01.04.2026 (valid for year 2026-27) as per Annexure-III + Copy of Form 16 / ITR for FY 2025-26 + income proof for parents, siblings (below 18 yrs), spouse, and children (below 18 yrs)
- Experience certificate, if any
- No Objection Certificate from present employer (if currently employed in Central Govt./State Govt./PSU/Autonomous Body)
- PwBD Certificate, if applicable
Venue: Room No. 18 (Academic Section), Ground Floor, College Building, VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi – 110029.
Candidates are advised to visit the official website (www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in) at regular intervals for all further notifications including final result.
Important Instructions for VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital Senior Resident Adhoc Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- This is an Adhoc appointment – initially for 89 days, extendable for further 89 days subject to satisfactory work & conduct report from concerned HOD. Maximum tenure is 3 years including all prior SR service in any Govt. of India/State Government hospital/institution.
- All Senior Residents recruited, including those recruited against VMMC & SJH posts, will be posted in RHTC, Najafgarh on brief rotational basis as per requirement. Teaching experience certificate will be issued by VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital.
- Candidates must appear for only one specialty/department – appearing in more than one specialty will lead to cancellation of candidature.
- The crucial date for determination of eligibility with reference to age, educational qualification, and experience is the date of walk-in-interview for the respective specialty.
- Candidates who are already employed must submit NOC from present employer at the interview. Relieving from present employer is mandatory before joining.
- Inter-hospital/institution transfer shall not be permitted after joining.
- Selected candidates must submit original UG & PG degrees and a refundable security deposit of Rs. 65,000/- at the time of joining.
- The offer of appointment shall stand cancelled if acceptance is not received within the stipulated time period after display of final result.
- Other service conditions will be applicable as per conditions prescribed from time to time by the Government of India.
- Candidates are advised to regularly visit the official website (www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in) for updates including final result notification.
- Permanent Registration Certificate from Delhi Medical Council (DMC) is mandatory for both MBBS and PG qualifications.
