Vardhman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, have invited applications for 470 Senior Resident posts. This is a central government recruitment under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, under the Residency Scheme. Eligible doctors can apply offline from 10 November to 25 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM.
The advertisement number is ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC and the notification was issued on 6 November 2026. Senior Resident posts are regular, but this is not a permanent job — the tenure is 3 years, initially for 1 year and extendable every year on a satisfactory report from the Head of Department.
VMMC Safdarjung Senior Resident Recruitment 2026: Key Information
| Organisation | VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India) |
| Post | Senior Resident |
| Total posts | 470 (in 42 departments) |
| Advertisement number | ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC |
| Notification date | 6 November 2026 |
| Applications open | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date | 25 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
| Mode of application | Offline |
| Tenure | 3 years (initially 1 year, extendable every year) |
| Pay | Rs 67,700 per month (Pay Level-11, 7th CPC) plus allowances |
| Application fee | Rs 1,200 (General/EWS/OBC); no fee for SC/ST/PwD |
| Official website | www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
The 470 Senior Resident posts are spread across 42 departments — 439 at VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital and 31 at RHTC Najafgarh.
| Location | Number of posts |
|---|---|
| VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital | 439 |
| RHTC Najafgarh | 31 |
| Total | 470 |
Of these, 29 posts are reserved horizontally for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
Eligibility
- MBBS with a PG Degree/Diploma/DNB in the concerned specialty, recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC).
- Registration with the Delhi Medical Council (DMC) is mandatory before joining.
- For Dental Surgery posts, an MDS in Oral Surgery/Periodontics recognised by the Dental Council of India (DCI) and registration with the Delhi Dental Council are required.
Age Limit (as on 25 November 2026)
| Category | Maximum age |
|---|---|
| General / EWS | 45 years |
| OBC | 48 years |
| SC / ST | 50 years |
| PwBD | Relaxation as per Government of India rules |
Salary
Senior Residents will be paid Rs 67,700 per month — Pay Level-11 under the 7th Central Pay Commission — plus allowances as admissible.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / EWS / OBC | Rs 1,200 |
| SC / ST / PwD | No fee |
Pay the fee through NEFT/RTGS/IMPS/UPI. The fee is non-refundable.
Selection Process
- Screening test: a 1-hour, 60-mark multiple-choice (MCQ) test, with negative marking of 1/4 mark for each wrong answer.
- Department assessment: candidates up to 3 times the number of vacancies will face a 40-mark department assessment.
- Merit list: the final merit list will be prepared on the combined marks of the screening test and the department assessment.
How to Apply (Offline)
- Download Annexure-I (application form) and Annexure-II (admit card) from the official website www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in.
- Fill in the form and attach self-attested copies of documents and the fee receipt.
- Submit the completed application to the Diary and Dispatch Section, VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi-110029, or send it by post.
- The application must reach by 3:00 PM on 25 November 2026 — applications received after this will not be considered.
- Apply for only one department/specialty and send only one application — applying for more than one department will lead to cancellation of candidature.
Important Dates
| Notification issued | 6 November 2026 |
| Applications open | 10 November 2026 |
| Last date to apply | 25 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM |
Important Links
| Official website | www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in |
| Application form (Annexure-I and II) | Download from the official website |
Note: Before applying, read the official notification (Advertisement No. ACDM-13015/1/2026-ACAD-VMMC) on the official website www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in carefully.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many posts are there in the VMMC Safdarjung Senior Resident Recruitment 2026?
There are 470 posts — 439 at VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital and 31 at RHTC Najafgarh. - What is the last date to apply?
25 November 2026, up to 3:00 PM. Applications must be submitted offline. - What is the salary of a Senior Resident?
Rs 67,700 per month (Pay Level-11, 7th CPC), plus allowances. - What is the application fee?
Rs 1,200 for General/EWS/OBC candidates; no fee for SC/ST/PwD candidates. - Is this a permanent job?
No — it is a regular post under the Residency Scheme with a 3-year tenure, initially for 1 year and extendable every year on a satisfactory report from the Head of Department. - How will candidates be selected?
Through a 60-mark MCQ screening test (1 hour, 1/4 negative marking) and a 40-mark department assessment; the final merit list is based on the combined marks.
Next Action
Download the application form from www.vmmc-sjh.mohfw.gov.in and submit it before 3:00 PM on 25 November 2026.
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