CJH Tihar Senior Resident, Junior Resident Vacancy 2026

CJH Tihar Recruitment 2026 - Senior Resident, Junior Resident

CJH Tihar has released an official notification for the recruitment of Senior Resident, Junior Resident posts (20 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply for this recruitment before 29 Oct 2026. Read the full details below including eligibility criteria, important dates, and how to apply.

CJH Tihar Senior Resident, Junior Resident - Overview

Organization	CJH Tihar
Post Name	Senior Resident, Junior Resident
Total Vacancies	20
Advertisement No.	F.5(4)/RMO/CJH/TIHAR/2026
Qualification	Diploma, DNB, MBBS, MS/MD
Location	New Delhi, Delhi
Salary	Rs. 56,100 - Rs. 208,700 per MONTH
Job Type	Contract
Last Date to Apply	29 Oct 2026
Official Website	health.delhi.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying for CJH Tihar Senior Resident, Junior Resident recruitment must possess the following educational qualification: Diploma, DNB, MBBS, MS/MD. Candidates are advised to check the official notification for detailed eligibility requirements.

Age Limit

The age of the candidate should be between 30 years and 42 years. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories. Please refer to the official notification for details.

Application Fee

The application fee for CJH Tihar Senior Resident, Junior Resident recruitment is: Fee: ₹Nil, Category: ₹General/OBC, Fee: ₹Nil, Category: ₹SC/ST. Please refer to the official notification for category-wise fee details and payment methods.

Salary Details

Selected candidates for the Senior Resident, Junior Resident position at CJH Tihar will receive a salary of Rs. 56,100 - Rs. 208,700 per MONTH. Additional allowances may apply as per government norms.

Important Dates

Last Date to Apply

29 Oct 2026

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates can apply for CJH Tihar Senior Resident, Junior Resident recruitment 2026 by following these steps:

Visit the official website: health.delhi.gov.in
Look for the Senior Resident, Junior Resident recruitment notification
Read the eligibility criteria and ensure you meet all requirements
Fill in the application form with accurate details
Upload the required documents and photograph
Pay the application fee as applicable
Submit the application and save the confirmation for future reference

Important Links

Official Notification	Download PDF
Official Website	health.delhi.gov.in

Also Check

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many vacancies are there in CJH Tihar Recruitment 2026?

There are 20 vacancies: 07 Sr. Residents (Medicine 03, Orthopedics 01, Psychiatry 01, Ophthalmology 01, Pathology 01) and 13 Jr. Residents (MBBS). The number of vacancies may vary at any stage.

What is the last date to apply?

The application form must be submitted by Speed Post or by hand latest by 29 October 2026. Forms by hand are accepted between 10:00 AM and 05:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

What qualification is needed for the Sr. Resident post?

A Post Graduate Degree (MD/MS/DNB)/Diploma in the concerned specialty. If no PG candidates are available, MBBS graduates with at least 02 years' experience from a Govt./Govt. Empanelled Hospital, 01 year of it in the concerned specialty, may be considered.

Who is eligible for the Jr. Resident (MBBS) post?

Candidates with MBBS and a 01-year internship completed on or after 29 October 2024 are eligible. FMGs with a foreign internship qualify based on their date of passing the FMGE. A DMC registration certificate is required when applying, though a valid DMC acknowledgement receipt is accepted for the interview.

What is the age limit for CJH Tihar Recruitment 2026?

The upper age limit is 45 years for Sr. Residents and 30 years for Jr. Residents of the General/EWS category, both as on 29 October 2026. There is a relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 03 years for OBC (Delhi only) and 5 years for qualified Ex-Service personnel with at least 5 years' continuous service.

What is the salary of Sr. and Jr. Residents at Tihar Jail Hospital?

Sr. Residents get Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700-208700) plus other admissible allowances per month under the residency scheme. Jr. Residents get Pay level 10 (Rs. 56100-Rs. 177500/-) plus usual allowances as per rules/residency rules.

Are allowances paid on top of the pay?

Yes. Sr. Residents get other admissible allowances under the residency scheme, and Jr. Residents get the usual allowances as per rules/residency rules. No TA/DA is paid for attending the interview.

Is there an application fee?

No. The notice states that there is no fee for appearing in the interview.

How will candidates be selected, and when are the interviews?

Selection is by interview at the Conference Hall, Prison Head Quarter, Janak Puri, New Delhi-110058. Sr. Residents are interviewed on 2 November 2026 and Jr. Residents on 3 November 2026. Candidates must report between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM, and no one is allowed in after 11:00 AM.

Is this a permanent job?

No. The posts are ad-hoc, initially for 44 days or until the Centralized Recruitment Committee under the Dean, MAMC makes its selection, whichever is earlier. The term may be extended by 44 days at a time, up to 03 years for Sr. Residents and 01 year for Jr. Residents.