The Employees State Insurance Corporation, a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, is hiring Teaching Faculty on a contractual basis at ESI-PGIMSR and ESIC Medical College, Joka, Kolkata. These are teaching and clinical roles in a postgraduate medical institution serving beneficiaries of the ESI scheme, and selection will be through a walk-in interview before the Selection Board.
ESIC Medical College Kolkata Teaching Faculty Recruitment 2026
Posted 07 Oct 2026Updated 07 Oct 202608 of 2026
Total Vacancies
61
Last Date
15 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Contract
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 14 Oct 2026
- Notification06 Oct
- Walk-in14 Oct
- Walk-in Held14 Oct
About ESIC Medical College Kolkata Teaching Faculty Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Employees State Insurance Corporation Kolkata
- Advertisement No.
- 08 of 2026
- Post Name
- Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor
- Job Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India
- Job Type
- Contract
- Age Limit
- Up to 69 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Registration certificate issued by State Medical Council/MCI; Basic Course in Biomedical Research; Basic Course in Medical Education
- Tenure
- 1 year or attaining 70 years of age or joining of regular faculty, whichever is earlier; renewable for a further 2 years on a yearly basis based on institutional requirement and performance
- Notice Period
- One month prior notice from either side; spot resignation requires depositing one month's gross salary to the ESIC account through challan
Vacancy Breakdown
Professor
7
UR 4OBC 2SC 1ST 0EWS 0
Associate Professor
19
UR 8OBC 5SC 3ST 1EWS 2
Assistant Professor
35
UR 9OBC 12SC 6ST 3EWS 5
Total61
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Associate Professor | 8 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 19 |
| Assistant Professor | 9 | 12 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 35 |
| Grand Total | 21 | 19 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 61 |
Eligibility Details
Requirements differ by post — open a post to see its own.
Professor7 posts
- Qualification
- MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject. For Emergency Medicine: MD/DNB (Emergency Medicine) or MD/MS/DNB in General Medicine, Gen. Surgery, Resp. Medicine, Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics. For Transfusion Medicine: M.D./DNB (Immuno/Haematology and Blood Transfusion) or M.D./DNB (Transfusion Medicine) or M.D./DNB (Pathology).
- Experience
- 8 years post PG experience including 3 years as Associate Professor in a recognised medical institution, or 3 years as Specialist Medical Officer of the Armed Forces in a teaching hospital; at least two research publications after becoming Associate Professor; Basic Course in Biomedical Research; Basic Course in Medical Education.
- Departments
- Transfusion Medicine (Blood Bank), Microbiology, FMT, Community Medicine, Radiology, Accident & Emergency
Associate Professor19 posts
- Qualification
- MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject. For Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: M.D./DNB (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) or M.S./M.D./DNB (Medicine with Diploma in PMR) or M.S./DNB (General Surgery) or M.S./DNB (Orthopaedics). For Emergency Medicine: MD/DNB (Emergency Medicine) or MD/MS/DNB in General Medicine, Gen. Surgery, Resp. Medicine, Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics.
- Experience
- 5 years post PG experience including 4 years as Assistant Professor in a recognised medical institution, or 5 years for those appointed directly as Assistant Professor in a Government medical institution; at least two research publications after becoming Assistant Professor (must be amongst first three authors for Emergency Medicine); Basic Course in Biomedical Research; Basic Course in Medical Education.
- Departments
- Anatomy, Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Community Medicine, Biochemistry, Pathology, Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, Accident & Emergency
Assistant Professor35 posts
- Qualification
- MD/MS/DNB in the concerned subject. For Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: M.D./DNB (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation) or M.S./M.D./DNB (Medicine with Diploma in PMR) or M.S./DNB (General Surgery) or M.S./DNB (Orthopaedics). For Emergency Medicine: MD/DNB (Emergency Medicine) or MD/MS/DNB in General Medicine, Gen. Surgery, Resp. Medicine, Anaesthesia, Orthopaedics.
- Experience
- 1 year as Senior Resident in the concerned subject in a recognised medical institution, or equivalent Armed Forces teaching/clinical experience, or non-teaching Consultant/Specialist/Medical Officer with two years in a Government hospital of at least 220 beds, or diploma holders with four years as Senior Resident before 08.06.2017 or six years cumulative experience.
- Departments
- Anatomy, FMT, Community Medicine, Biochemistry, Dermatology, Pathology, Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine, OBGY, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Anesthesiology, Radiology, Accident & Emergency, ICU, Otorhinolaryngology, Paediatrics
Age Limit
Not exceeding 69 years on the date of Document verification & Interview
Application Fee
SC / ST / Regular ESIC Candidates / Female Candidates / Ex-Servicemen
Nil
All other categories
Rs. 500
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Demand Draft of Rs. 500 in favour of 'ESI Fund Account No. I', drawn after the date of issue of advertisement on any scheduled bank payable at Kolkata; separate Demand Drafts required if applying for more than one post
Selection Process
- 1Document Verification
Candidates report between 09:30 AM and 10:30 AM at the Academic Block, 2nd Floor of ESI-PGIMSR & ESIC Medical College, Joka with originals and self-attested copies of certificates.
- 2Interview
Selection is based on the candidate's performance in the interview before the Selection Board.
Salary Structure
Transport allowance with DA on transport allowance as per rules; no other allowances are paid. Private practice is strictly prohibited during the tenure of service in ESIC.
Professor
Pay: Rs. 2,63,070 per month (consolidated)
Associate Professor
Pay: Rs. 1,74,936 per month (consolidated)
Assistant Professor
Pay: Rs. 1,50,294 per month (consolidated)
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Professor | Rs. 2,63,070 per month (consolidated) |
| Associate Professor | Rs. 1,74,936 per month (consolidated) |
| Assistant Professor | Rs. 1,50,294 per month (consolidated) |
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the official website www.esic.gov.in.
- 2Print the form on A4 size paper and fill it up completely.
- 3Prepare a Demand Draft of Rs. 500 in favour of 'ESI Fund Account No. I' payable at Kolkata, if applicable.
- 4Attach self-attested copies of the required certificates and testimonials.
- 5Report in person between 09:30 AM and 10:30 AM at the Academic Block, 2nd Floor, ESI-PGIMSR & ESIC Medical College, Joka on the scheduled interview date.
- 6Submit the filled application form with originals for document verification and attend the walk-in interview before the Selection Board.
Reporting Venue
Academic Block, 2nd Floor, ESI-PGIMSR & ESIC Medical College, Joka, Diamond Harbour Road, Kolkata - 700104
Reporting time: 09:30 AM to 10:30 AM
Candidates must report in person between 09:30 AM and 10:30 AM at the Academic Block, 2nd Floor of ESI-PGIMSR & ESIC Medical College, Joka on the scheduled date with the filled application form, original documents and the demand draft. Document verification is done first, followed by the interview before the Selection Board. Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM will not be considered.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•One set of the prescribed application form filled and signed
•Two self-attested colour passport size photographs
•Proof of age (Date of Birth)
•Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) in updated Government of India format
•Educational qualification certificates (Matriculation
•Higher Secondary
•Graduate
•Post Graduate and any other)
•Registration certificate issued by State Medical Council/MCI
•MCI recognised teaching experience certificate issued by the Head of the Institute or Head of the Department
•Research publications in indexed journals
•Pension Payment Order for retired Government employees
•NOC for in-service candidates
•Service bond release certificate if applicable
•No Objection Certificate from present employer for Government employees
Important Details
- The engagement is purely contractual for one year or until the candidate attains 70 years of age or a regular faculty member joins, whichever is earlier, and may be renewed yearly for two more years based on institutional requirement and performance.
- Either side may terminate the contract with one month prior notice; in case of spot resignation, one month's gross salary must be deposited to the ESIC account through challan.
- Retired candidates from Central/State Government/PSU from equivalent posts are eligible to apply, and persons working in recognised or approved private medical institutions who fulfil the eligibility criteria may also apply.
- Candidates eligible for a higher post may be interviewed against a lower post.
- Private practice is not allowed during the tenure of service in ESIC.
- No TA/DA is admissible for joining the institution, medical test or submission of other documents.
- Incomplete applications are summarily rejected and reporting after 10:30 AM disqualifies a candidate.
Department-wise Vacancies
Anatomy
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 2
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Physiology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Pharmacology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 2
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Transfusion Medicine (Blood Bank)
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Microbiology
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
FMT
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Community Medicine
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: 3
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Biochemistry
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 2
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Dermatology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Pathology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 14.10.2026
Respiratory Medicine
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
General Medicine
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: 3
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
General Surgery
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 3
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
OBGY
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 2
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Orthopedics
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 2
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Ophthalmology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: -
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Anesthesiology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 6
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Radiology
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 3
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Accident & Emergency
Professor: 1
Associate Professor: 1
Assistant Professor: 3
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
ICU
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 6
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Otorhinolaryngology
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
Paediatrics
Professor: -
Associate Professor: -
Assistant Professor: 1
Interview Date: 15.10.2026
| Department | Professor | Associate Professor | Assistant Professor | Interview Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy | - | 2 | 1 | 14.10.2026 |
| Physiology | - | 1 | - | 14.10.2026 |
| Pharmacology | - | 2 | - | 14.10.2026 |
| Transfusion Medicine (Blood Bank) | 1 | - | - | 14.10.2026 |
| Microbiology | 1 | 1 | - | 14.10.2026 |
| FMT | 1 | - | 1 | 14.10.2026 |
| Community Medicine | 1 | 1 | 3 | 14.10.2026 |
| Biochemistry | - | 2 | 1 | 14.10.2026 |
| Dermatology | - | - | 1 | 14.10.2026 |
| Pathology | - | 1 | 1 | 14.10.2026 |
| Respiratory Medicine | 1 | 1 | 1 | 15.10.2026 |
| General Medicine | - | 1 | 3 | 15.10.2026 |
| General Surgery | - | 3 | - | 15.10.2026 |
| OBGY | - | - | 2 | 15.10.2026 |
| Orthopedics | - | 2 | - | 15.10.2026 |
| Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation | - | - | 1 | 15.10.2026 |
| Ophthalmology | - | 1 | - | 15.10.2026 |
| Anesthesiology | - | - | 6 | 15.10.2026 |
| Radiology | 1 | - | 3 | 15.10.2026 |
| Accident & Emergency | 1 | 1 | 3 | 15.10.2026 |
| ICU | - | - | 6 | 15.10.2026 |
| Otorhinolaryngology | - | - | 1 | 15.10.2026 |
| Paediatrics | - | - | 1 | 15.10.2026 |
Posts Identified for Persons with Disabilities
Biochemistry
Suitability for the Post: OL
Physical Requirements: S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C
Radiology
Suitability for the Post: OL
Physical Requirements: S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C
TB & Chest Diseases
Suitability for the Post: OL
Physical Requirements: S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C
Prosthetics & Orthotics
Suitability for the Post: OL
Physical Requirements: S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C
Microbiology
Suitability for the Post: BLA, OL, OA, HH
Physical Requirements: RW, ST, H, C, W
| Specialty/Post | Suitability for the Post | Physical Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry | OL | S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C |
| Radiology | OL | S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C |
| TB & Chest Diseases | OL | S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C |
| Prosthetics & Orthotics | OL | S, SE, ST, MF, KC, C |
| Microbiology | BLA, OL, OA, HH | RW, ST, H, C, W |
Non-Medical Qualifications Accepted
Anatomy
Academic Qualification: MSc (Medical Anatomy) with PhD Medical Anatomy
Biochemistry
Academic Qualification: MSc (Medical Biochemistry) with PhD in Medical Biochemistry
Physiology
Academic Qualification: MSc (Medical Physiology) with PhD in Medical Physiology
| Specialty | Academic Qualification |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | MSc (Medical Anatomy) with PhD Medical Anatomy |
| Biochemistry | MSc (Medical Biochemistry) with PhD in Medical Biochemistry |
| Physiology | MSc (Medical Physiology) with PhD in Medical Physiology |
Pay and Allowances
- Teaching Faculty are entitled to transport allowance with DA on transport allowance as per rules, revised from time to time.
- When DA rates are revised by the Government of India, the consolidated remuneration is raised by an amount equal to DA on the sum of the minimum pay of the pay level and 20% NPA thereon.
- Non-medical teaching faculty in Statistics, Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology are engaged at the same rates as medical faculty except that their remuneration is arrived at after reducing the element of NPA.
- No other allowances are paid and no TA/DA is admissible for joining, medical test or submission of documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes. A separate Demand Draft of Rs. 500 must be paid for each post applied for, and the application form records the post and specialty applied for.
Can candidates engage in private practice during the tenure?
No. Private practice is strictly prohibited during the tenure of service in ESIC.
What happens if a candidate reports after the reporting window?
Candidates reporting after 10:30 AM for the interview will not be considered.
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