Overview of JIPMER Group A Non-Faculty Recruitment 2026
The Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, has issued an official notification (Ref: JPADMN-1REC031/1/2026) for the recruitment of 34 Group A Non-Faculty positions. These roles are distributed across campuses in Puducherry, Karaikal, and Yanam.
Vacancy Breakdown
The positions include Specialist Grade II (Junior Scale), General Duty Medical Officer (GDMO), and Child Psychologist. Specific specialty requirements for Specialist Grade II include Anaesthesiology, Cardiology, Medicine, Nephrology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, and Radio-Diagnosis.
Eligibility for JIPMER Group A Posts
- Specialist Grade II: MBBS degree with appropriate PG qualification (MD/MS/DM/MCh) and relevant post-PG experience.
- GDMO: Medical qualification included in the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, plus 3 years of post-internship experience.
- Child Psychologist: M.Phil in Clinical Psychology and 2 years of experience in child mental health, with valid RCI registration.
Age Limits and Relaxations
The cutoff date for age calculation is 1 July 2026. The upper age limit is 40 years for Specialists and 35 years for GDMOs and Child Psychologists. Relaxation is applicable for SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), and PwBD candidates as per Central Government norms.
Steps to Apply for JIPMER Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal at jipmer.edu.in.
- Locate the link for 'Group A (Non-Faculty) Recruitment - July 2026'.
- Complete the registration to receive login credentials via email.
- Log in, fill in personal and professional details, and upload scanned copies of required documents (photograph, signature, experience certificates).
- Pay the application fee via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Card, or UPI.
- Download and preserve a printout of the final application form.
Important Application Warnings
Candidates must verify all details before final submission, as the application becomes uneditable once submitted. Applicants for the GDMO post must exercise caution when selecting campus preference (Puducherry, Karaikal, Yanam), as this choice is binding. No TA/DA will be provided for candidates appearing for the CBT or subsequent interviews.
