Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), an autonomous government medical institute in Patna, Bihar, is conducting a walk-in interview for the post of Senior Resident in its Department of Cardio Thoracic and Vascular Surgery. A total of 2 posts are on offer under an 89-day senior residency programme, a temporary arrangement made till the regular three-year tenure recruitment of Senior Residents is completed.
IGIMS Recruitment 2026 - Senior Resident Posts
Posted 01 Oct 2026Updated 01 Oct 2026IGIMS/CTVS/49/2026
Total Vacancies
2
Last Date
07 Oct
Closed
Apply Mode
Walk-in
Temporary
Status
Application Closed
Recruitment status
Walk-in interview held on 07 Oct 2026
- Notification28 Sept
- Walk-in07 Oct
- Walk-in Held07 Oct
About IGIMS Senior Resident Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
- Organization
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences
- Advertisement No.
- IGIMS/CTVS/49/2026
- Post Name
- Senior Resident (Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery)
- Job Location
- Patna, Bihar
- Who Can Apply
- Candidates from anywhere in India (Reservation benefit shall be applicable to Bihar State Domicile candidate only; applicants from outside Bihar are not entitled to reservation)
- Job Type
- Temporary
- Age Limit
- Up to 45 years
- Gender
- All
- Nationality
- Indian
- Credentials Required
- Registration with Central / State Medical Council
- Tenure
- 89 days under the Senior Residency Programme
Vacancy Breakdown
Senior Resident (Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery)
2
UR 1EBC 1
| Post Name | UR | EBC | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident (Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery) | 1 | 1 | 2 |
Eligibility Details
Senior Resident (Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery)
MS / DNB in General Surgery. M.Ch / DNB in CTVS. A Medical qualification as included in Schedule I & II of MCI. MCI recognized PG qualification of MS / DNB in General Surgery. Post Doctorate of M.Ch / DNB in CTVS. The candidate must be registered with Central / State Medical Council.
| Post | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident (Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery) | MS / DNB in General Surgery. M.Ch / DNB in CTVS. A Medical qualification as included in Schedule I & II of MCI. MCI recognized PG qualification of MS / DNB in General Surgery. Post Doctorate of M.Ch / DNB in CTVS. The candidate must be registered with Central / State Medical Council. |
Age Limit
Maximum 45 years as on 07-10-2026
Age Relaxation
5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for EBC/BC and 3 years for all categories of female candidates, as per State Government rules
Application Fee
UR / EWS / BC / EBC
Rs. 1000
SC / ST
Rs. 250
Bank Details for Fee Payment
Demand Draft payable to The Director, IGIMS, Patna. Payment by cash, cheque, money order, postal order, pay order, banker's cheque or postal stamps is not accepted.
Selection Process
- 1Document Verification
Done on the same day before the interview in the Head of the Department's chamber; candidates must produce all original certificates and documents.
- 2Interview
Selection is based on bio-data and interview; the scheme of marking totals 100 marks.
Salary Structure
Rs. 67700 plus NPA and usual allowances as admissible for Senior Resident in the Institute
How to Apply
- 1Download the prescribed application form from the Institute website and fill in the correct details of name, age, gender, caste, address and educational qualification.
- 2Prepare a Demand Draft for the applicable fee payable to The Director, IGIMS, Patna.
- 3Attach one set of self-attested copies of all supporting certificates and documents along with the original Demand Draft.
- 4Report at the HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14 by 01:30 PM on 07 October 2026.
- 5Produce all original certificates before the interview board for document verification.
- 6Appear before the selection committee for the walk-in interview from 03:00 PM onwards on the same day.
Reporting Venue
HOD Chamber, Department of Cardio Thoracic & Vascular Surgery, IGIMS, Patna-14
Reporting time: Reporting 01:00 PM onwards, last reporting time 01:30 PM; interview 03:00 PM onwards
Eligible Indian citizens must report at the HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14 by 01:30 PM on 07 October 2026 with the application form in the prescribed performa, the requisite fee and all supporting certificates and documents in original plus one set of self-attested copies. Document verification is done the same day before the interview, and the interview is held from 03:00 PM onwards. Candidates employed in a government or semi-government department or any other employer must bring a No Objection Certificate from the employer, failing which they will not be considered. No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
Documents to Carry / Upload
•Recent passport size photograph
•Demand Draft in original
•Aadhaar Card
•Date of Birth/SSC/HSSC pass certificate mentioning date of birth
•MBBS degree certificate
•Internship completion certificate
•MS/MD/MBBS degree or provisional degree certificate
•Attempt certificate of MBBS and PG degree
•UG and PG NMC/State registration certificates
•Category/PwBD certificate if a reserved seat is claimed
•Experience certificate if any
•NOC from present employer
•Any other relevant documents such as research work or publications
Important Details
- The appointment is on an ad-hoc basis for 89 days under the Senior Residency Programme, pending full-time three-year recruitment of Senior Residents.
- The post is non-practicing; private practice of any kind, direct or indirect, including laboratory work, is strictly prohibited and will lead to termination of appointment.
- Stay in the campus is compulsory if accommodation is provided; otherwise HRA is admissible as per rules.
- Candidates employed in a government or semi-government department or any other employer must submit a No Objection Certificate at the time of interview; candidates not in employment must state in writing that they are neither employed nor pursuing any course.
- SC/ST candidates must attach a caste certificate issued by the Circle Officer of the respective district or circle of Bihar, and EBC (MBC)/BC candidates must attach a caste certificate along with a creamy layer exemption certificate from the Circle Officer of the respective district or circle of Bihar if claiming reservation.
- Reservation and upper age relaxation apply as per Government of Bihar rules and only to Bihar State domicile candidates.
- The number of vacancies may increase or decrease, and in case of unavailability of an eligible female candidate, a male candidate may be considered.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
- Once the application form is submitted, no changes can be made.
- The result will be declared on the IGIMS Patna website.
Scheme of Marking for Ad-hoc Senior Resident Appointment (Total 100 Marks)
MBBS
Marks: 10 marks (-2 for each failure)
MS / MD / DNB
Marks: 10 marks (-5 for each failure)
Additional qualification
Marks: 10 marks
Publication
Marks: 10 marks (6+4; 2 each for PubMed up to 6 marks, 2 each for other than PubMed up to 4 marks)
Poster / Presentation
Marks: 10 marks (2 marks each, maximum 10)
Academic Award
Marks: 10 marks (2 marks each, maximum 10)
Specialized training
Marks: 10 marks (3 months training: 2 marks, 3-6 months training: 5 marks, above 6 months training: 10 marks)
Project (extra / intramural)
Marks: 10 marks
Subject Knowledge
Marks: 20 marks
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| MBBS | 10 marks (-2 for each failure) |
| MS / MD / DNB | 10 marks (-5 for each failure) |
| Additional qualification | 10 marks |
| Publication | 10 marks (6+4; 2 each for PubMed up to 6 marks, 2 each for other than PubMed up to 4 marks) |
| Poster / Presentation | 10 marks (2 marks each, maximum 10) |
| Academic Award | 10 marks (2 marks each, maximum 10) |
| Specialized training | 10 marks (3 months training: 2 marks, 3-6 months training: 5 marks, above 6 months training: 10 marks) |
| Project (extra / intramural) | 10 marks |
| Subject Knowledge | 20 marks |
Minimum Qualifying Percentile
UR
Percentile: 50th Percentile
BC / EBC / EWS
Percentile: 45th Percentile
SC / ST
Percentile: 40th Percentile
| Category | Percentile |
|---|---|
| UR | 50th Percentile |
| BC / EBC / EWS | 45th Percentile |
| SC / ST | 40th Percentile |
Schedule of Application Process
Reporting Time & Venue
Details: 01:00 PM onwards on 07/10/2026 at HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14
Time & Venue for Walk-in Interview
Details: 03:00 PM onwards on 07/10/2026 in HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14
Last Reporting Time
Details: 01:30 PM on 07/10/2026 (Wednesday)
Declaration of Result
Details: To be notified later on the IGIMS Patna website
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Reporting Time & Venue | 01:00 PM onwards on 07/10/2026 at HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14 |
| Time & Venue for Walk-in Interview | 03:00 PM onwards on 07/10/2026 in HOD Chamber, Department of CTVS, IGIMS Patna-14 |
| Last Reporting Time | 01:30 PM on 07/10/2026 (Wednesday) |
| Declaration of Result | To be notified later on the IGIMS Patna website |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can candidates from outside Bihar apply for this post?
Yes, the walk-in interview is open to eligible Indian citizens from any state. However, reservation and age relaxation benefits are available only to Bihar State domicile candidates.
Is the Senior Resident post permanent?
No. The appointment is on an ad-hoc basis for 89 days under the Senior Residency Programme, until the full-time three-year recruitment of Senior Residents is completed.
Is private practice allowed during the Senior Residency?
No. The post is non-practicing and any private practice, direct or indirect, including laboratory work, is strictly prohibited and can lead to termination of appointment.
Will TA/DA be paid for attending the walk-in interview?
No, no TA/DA is admissible for attending the interview.
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