Applications Invited for Senior Resident Posts – 2025 Residency Scheme

Northern Railway Central Hospital, located in New Delhi, invites applications from qualified and eligible candidates for engagement to the post of Senior Resident under the Senior Residency Scheme. The recruitment is being conducted on a walk-in basis, and candidates must attend the interview in person with all necessary documents and a completed application form in the prescribed format.

The Senior Residency Scheme gives doctors a great chance to gain hands-on experience in different medical departments while working in a well-organized and supportive setting. The initial appointment will be made for one year with the possibility of annual extensions for up to three years in total, subject to the candidate’s performance, conduct, and work output.

This is a great chance for medical and dental graduates who have finished their postgraduate studies and are looking forward to getting a government job in a prestigious hospital under Indian Railways. The recruitment is based purely on merit and will follow all relevant rules of reservation and eligibility.

Important Dates

Candidates must take careful note of the walk-in interview dates based on their specialty:

• Date of Walk-in Interview (First Group of Specialties): 28th April 2025 (Monday)
  Reporting Time: 8:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
  Location: Auditorium, First Floor, Academic Block, Northern Railway Central Hospital, New Delhi
• Specialties Interviewed on 28th April 2025:
  Anesthesia, General Medicine, Casualty, Dental, ENT
• Date of Walk-in Interview (Second Group of Specialties):
  29th April 2025 (Tuesday)
  Reporting Time: 8:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
  Venue: Same as above
• Specialties Interviewed on 29th April 2025:
  General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Pathology, Orthopedics
• All candidates are required to arrive at the venue promptly by 8:30 A.M.
• If the number of candidates is high, the interview may be continued on the next working day.

Application Fees

• There is no application fee for any candidate.
• The walk-in interview process is free of cost and does not require any payment at any stage of the recruitment.

Vacancy Details

A total of 90 vacancies are available under different specialties. The distribution of posts is as follows:

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must satisfy the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the walk-in interview:

A. Educational Qualification

• The candidate should possess a Postgraduate Degree or Diploma recognized by the Medical Council of India (MCI), National Board of Examinations (NBE), or Dental Council of India (DCI) in the concerned specialty.
• Candidates must have completed the tenure of their PG degree/diploma before the date of interview.
• For Dental Senior Resident: Only candidates with MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery or Periodontics are eligible.
• In absence of PG-qualified candidates (except Dental): Candidates with MBBS and at least three years of experience (including one year of Junior Residency) in a 300+ bedded government hospital or recognized private institution may be considered for a one-year appointment only.

B. Registration Requirements

• Candidates must have a valid registration with:
  • Medical Council of India (MCI), or
  • Delhi Medical Council (DMC), or
  • State Medical Council, or
  • Delhi Dental Council (DDC)
• Those not registered with DMC/DDC must apply for registration before joining and produce proof at the time of joining.

C. Age Limit

• The age will be considered as on the date of publication of the notification.

D. Tenure of Engagement

• The initial appointment is for one year.
• It may be extended annually for a maximum of three years based on:
  • Satisfactory performance
  • Good conduct
  • Positive recommendations from the department
• Any prior experience as a Senior Resident (adhoc or regular) in any institution will be counted towards the three-year total tenure limit.

Salary Details

The selected Senior Residents will be paid as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) recommendations.

• Pay Matrix Level: Level-11
• Basic Pay: ₹67,700 per month
• Gross Salary Range (approximate): ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700
• Other Allowances: Admissible allowances like House Rent Allowance (HRA), Dearness Allowance (DA), etc., will be paid as per central government rules.

Selection Process

• The selection process will take place via a walk-in interview.
• After initial document verification, eligible candidates will be allowed to appear before the selection committee.
• The final list of selected candidates will be compiled based on the following criteria:
  • Educational qualifications
  • Clinical experience
  • Performance in the interview
  • Subject knowledge and communication skills
• The list of selected candidates will be:
  • Displayed on the hospital notice board
  • Communicated through email and speed post
• The verdict of the Selection Board shall be considered final and cannot be challenged.

Application Process

Step-by-Step Guidelines for Applying:

1. Prepare the Application Form:
   • Fill in the prescribed format on A4 size paper.
   • Ensure that all fields are properly filled and correct information is provided.
   • The application form must be signed and dated by the candidate.
2. Attach Required Documents (Self-Attested Copies):
   • Educational qualifications (MBBS, MD/MS/DNB/MDS, etc.)
   • Experience certificates
   • Valid Registration Certificate (MCI/DMC/State Council/DDC)
   • Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
   • Proof of age (e.g., Birth certificate, 10th mark sheet)
   • Publications (if any)
   • Recent passport-size photograph (affix on application)
3. Appear for the Walk-in Interview:
   • Reach the venue by 8:30 A.M. sharp on the date of your interview.
   • Bring all original documents for verification.
   • Submit your completed application form along with the set of self-attested copies.
   • After document verification, appear before the Interview Panel.
   • Maintain proper conduct and professional behavior during the process.

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