Government Job Recruitment 2026: AIIMS Jammu, Jammu and Kashmir – 76 Faculty Vacancies
AIIMS Jammu Recruitment 2026: Apply for 76 Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor vacancies across 34 departments. Online application closes 13 November 2026.
Date Posted: 17th October 2026
Organization: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu
Institution Profile
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jammu, is an Institute of National Importance established under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The institute aims to address regional disparities in tertiary healthcare and strengthen graduate, postgraduate and higher medical education and training.
AIIMS Jammu invites applications from eligible Indian citizens and eligible Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) for 76 regular Group-A faculty positions across multiple medical and clinical departments.
Total Vacancies: 76
The recruitment includes the following faculty positions:
| Designation | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Professor | 27 |
| Additional Professor | 15 |
| Associate Professor | 16 |
| Assistant Professor | 18 |
| Total | 76 |
Employment Type: Regular, direct recruitment, whole-time Group-A positions.
Probation Period: Two years.
Department-Wise Vacancy Details
| S. No. | Department | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anaesthesiology | 2 |
| 2 | Anatomy | 1 |
| 3 | Biochemistry | 4 |
| 4 | Burns & Plastic Surgery | 1 |
| 5 | Cardiology | 2 |
| 6 | Community Medicine | 1 |
| 7 | Dermatology | 2 |
| 8 | E.N.T. | 2 |
| 9 | Forensic Medicine & Toxicology | 2 |
| 10 | Gastroenterology | 1 |
| 11 | General Medicine | 3 |
| 12 | General Surgery | 4 |
| 13 | Hospital Administration | 2 |
| 14 | Medical Oncology | 4 |
| 15 | Microbiology | 6 |
| 16 | Neonatology | 3 |
| 17 | Nephrology | 1 |
| 18 | Neurology | 2 |
| 19 | Nuclear Medicine | 2 |
| 20 | Obstetrics & Gynecology | 1 |
| 21 | Ophthalmology | 2 |
| 22 | Orthopaedics | 1 |
| 23 | Pediatric Surgery | 1 |
| 24 | Pediatrics | 3 |
| 25 | Pathology | 3 |
| 26 | Pharmacology | 2 |
| 27 | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation | 1 |
| 28 | Physiology | 5 |
| 29 | Psychiatry | 3 |
| 30 | Pulmonary Medicine | 2 |
| 31 | Radio Diagnosis | 3 |
| 32 | Surgical Oncology | 1 |
| 33 | Transfusion Medicine & Blood Bank | 2 |
| 34 | Urology | 1 |
| Total | 76 |
The institute reserves the right to increase or decrease vacancies, leave posts unfilled, or amend or cancel the advertisement.
Category-Wise Vacancy Break-Up
| Designation | EWS | UR | OBC | SC | ST | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 3 | 10 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 27 |
| Additional Professor | 2 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 15 |
| Associate Professor | 1 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 16 |
| Assistant Professor | 0 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 18 |
| Total | 6 | 24 | 28 | 12 | 6 | 76 |
All posts are identified as suitable for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), with 4% horizontal reservation as per Government of India norms.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the relevant medical or non-medical qualifications and experience prescribed for the respective faculty designation and department.
Essential Educational Qualifications
- MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification recognized under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, or by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- The relevant postgraduate qualification, such as MD, MS, DM or M.Ch., according to the department and post.
- For non-medical candidates in Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology and Physiology, a relevant Master’s degree from an NMC/UGC-recognized institution and a doctorate from a recognized university, as specified in the notification.
- DNB candidates must provide proof of equivalence with MD/MS/DM/M.Ch. where required under the applicable NMC notification.
The required postgraduate qualifications vary by specialty. Candidates should consult the official advertisement for the precise qualification applicable to their chosen department.
Required Experience
| Designation | Experience Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | Generally 3 years after MD/MS; requirements vary for DM/M.Ch. and non-medical departments |
| Associate Professor | Generally 6 years after MD/MS; requirements vary for super-specialty and non-medical candidates |
| Additional Professor | Generally 10 years after MD/MS; requirements vary for super-specialty and non-medical candidates |
| Professor | Generally 14 years after MD/MS; requirements vary for super-specialty and non-medical candidates |
For DM/M.Ch. qualifications, the required experience depends on the duration of the course. Non-medical candidates must meet the relevant post-doctoral experience requirements.
Only qualifying experience gained after the relevant postgraduate qualification or Ph.D. at an NMC/MCI/UGC-recognized institution will be considered, subject to the notification’s conditions. Additional experience requirements may apply to DNB candidates trained in hospitals with fewer than 500 beds.
Up to one year of experience relaxation may be allowed for SC/ST candidates at the discretion of the competent authority.
Age Limit
Maximum age: 50 years as of the last date for online application submission.
Age relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 5 years
- Regular Central Government employees: 5 years, subject to applicable conditions
SC/ST/OBC candidates applying against unreserved vacancies are not entitled to category-based age relaxation. The Government employee relaxation does not apply to employees of State Governments, PSUs or autonomous bodies under the stated conditions.
Other Eligibility Conditions
- Candidates must be Indian citizens or eligible OCI cardholders under the applicable law.
- Faculty positions are whole-time appointments; private practice is strictly prohibited.
- Candidates must not have been convicted by a court of law.
- Employees of Government, semi-government, quasi-government or Government-funded autonomous institutions must provide an NOC from their current employer.
- Candidates pursuing DM, M.Ch. or fellowships must complete the course by the prescribed joining deadline.
- Selected candidates must satisfy the institute’s medical fitness requirements.
Salary and Pay Scale
The posts carry pay scales under the 7th Central Pay Commission, with applicable allowances according to institute rules, including Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA), where admissible.
| Designation | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | Level 14-A | ₹1,68,900 – ₹2,20,400 |
| Additional Professor | Level 13-A2+ | ₹1,48,200 – ₹2,11,400 |
| Associate Professor | Level 13-A-1+ | ₹1,38,300 – ₹2,09,200 |
| Assistant Professor | Level 12 | ₹1,01,500 – ₹1,67,400 |
Residential accommodation may be provided, or House Rent Allowance (HRA) may be payable according to institute rules and availability. Eligibility for summer or winter vacation is subject to the applicable service conditions, including the stated minimum period of regular service.
Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹3,000 |
| OBC | ₹3,000 |
| EWS | ₹2,400 |
| SC/ST | ₹2,400 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online, through the payment facility provided in the application form. Bank transaction charges may apply.
A separate application and fee are required for each post. The fee is non-refundable, except for SC/ST candidates who appear for the interview, as specified in the recruitment details.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- Shortlisting: A written test or screening based on objective criteria may be conducted if required.
- Personal Interview: Shortlisted candidates must appear in person. Online interviews are not accepted.
- Document Verification: Original certificates and supporting documents will be verified.
- Final Selection: Selection will be based on interview performance, subject to character and antecedent verification and medical examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Application | 13 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Last Date for Hard Copy Submission | 18 November 2026 |
| Interview Date | To be notified separately |
| Interview Reporting Time | 9:30 AM, as specified in the recruitment details |
Eligible candidates will receive interview information through their registered email addresses.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit an online application and subsequently send a printed copy with supporting documents to the Registrar, AIIMS Jammu.
Application Procedure
- Visit the official website: https://www.aiimsjammu.edu.in/
- Open the recruitment section and access the online application link available from 14 October to 13 November 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
- Complete the application form carefully and provide the required personal, educational and professional details.
- Submit a separate application and pay the applicable fee separately for each post.
- Upload supporting documents in the prescribed PDF/JPEG formats and resolution.
- Check that the photograph and signature are clearly visible in the application preview.
- Submit the application online using an active email address.
- Download and print the completed application and covering letter. Sign each page as required.
- Attach self-attested copies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, age proof, category certificates, fee payment proof, NOC and other applicable documents.
- Send the complete hard-copy application by hand or post to the Registrar, AIIMS Jammu, so that it reaches the institute by 18 November 2026.
Failure to submit the hard copy by the prescribed deadline will result in cancellation of candidature, according to the recruitment details.
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the following documents, as applicable:
- Printed online application, signed on each page.
- Covering letter.
- Birth certificate or other accepted age proof.
- Class 10/Matriculation certificate showing date of birth.
- Intermediate/+2 Science certificate.
- MBBS or relevant B.Sc./M.Sc. degree certificates, as applicable.
- MD/MS/DNB/Ph.D. certificates.
- DM/M.Ch. certificates for applicable specialties.
- DNB equivalence certificate, where required.
- Experience certificates and relieving orders issued by the Head of the Organization, specifying the period and nature of teaching/research experience.
- SC/ST/OBC Non-Creamy Layer/EWS certificate in the prescribed format, where applicable.
- Medical Council registration and additional registration certificates.
- Disability certificate showing the required disability percentage, where applicable.
- Application fee payment receipt.
- NOC from the current employer, where applicable.
- Annexure III age-relaxation certificate for eligible Central Government employees claiming relaxation.
- Attested English translations of documents in languages other than Hindi or English.
- Original documents and a set of self-attested photocopies for interview verification.
As specified in the recruitment details, OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued between 1 April 2026 and 13 November 2026.
Interview Venue
Board Room, 6th Floor, Academic Block,
AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu,
Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Address for Hard Copy Submission
The Registrar,
Academic Block, 6th Floor,
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Vijaypur,
Jammu – 181134,
Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Official Website and Contact Details
- Official Website: https://www.aiimsjammu.edu.in/
- Technical Issues: ithelpdesk@aiimsjammu.edu.in
- Recruitment Queries: recruitmentcellaiimsjammu@gmail.com

