All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati Senior Resident / Senior Demonstrator Notification 2026 has been released on 02 September 2026 on the official website of AIIMS Guwahati. A total of 103 vacancies have been announced through the AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 across 33 departments on a tenure basis for a period of 3 years under the Central Residency Scheme.
Candidates up to 45 years of age, with applicable age relaxation for reserved categories, who possess the prescribed MD/MS/DNB, MDS or relevant M.Sc. and PhD qualifications are eligible to apply for these vacancies. The online application process for AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 will start on 04 September 2026 and will remain open until 18 September 2026.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and apply online through the direct links and details provided below in this article.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati has officially released Notification No. 02-14/2021-22/AIIMS/GHY/ESTT/RECT(SR)/PART – II/808D(A) dated 02 September 2026 for recruitment of Senior Residents and Senior Demonstrators. The notification includes complete details on department-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limits, salary, application fee, required documents, selection process, reservation, interview and other important terms and conditions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification carefully before applying. The notification is available on the official AIIMS Guwahati website.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026: Key Details
| Particular | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organisation | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati |
| Notification No. | 02-14/2021-22/AIIMS/GHY/ESTT/RECT(SR)/PART – II/808D(A) |
| Notification Date | 02.09.2026 |
| Advertisement Type | Rolling advertisement |
| Post Name | Senior Resident / Senior Demonstrator |
| Total Vacancies | 103 |
| Nature of Post | Tenure basis, 3 years, on contract as per Central Residency Scheme |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Changsari, Guwahati, Assam – 781101 |
| Official Website | https://aiimsguwahati.ac.in |
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Important Dates
Candidates must note the following AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 important dates before applying:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open Date | 04.09.2026 |
| Application Closing Date (Last Date) | 18.09.2026 |
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Vacancy 2026: Department-wise Details
The AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Vacancy 2026 is spread across 33 departments, with reservation as per Government of India norms (UR – Unreserved, OBC – Other Backward Classes, SC – Scheduled Caste, ST – Scheduled Tribe, EWS – Economically Weaker Section). An additional 4% of the total vacancies is horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). Vacancies are provisional and subject to variation by the Executive Director, AIIMS Guwahati.
| S. No. | Department | Total Vacancy |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anaesthesiology | 3 |
| 2 | Anatomy | 5 |
| 3 | Biochemistry | 3 |
| 4 | Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgery | 2 |
| 5 | Community and Family Medicine | 3 |
| 6 | Dermatology | 1 |
| 7 | Endocrinology | 1 |
| 8 | ENT | 1 |
| 9 | Gastroenterology | 1 |
| 10 | General Medicine | 11 |
| 11 | General Surgery | 14 |
| 12 | Hospital Administration | 1 |
| 13 | Medical Oncology/ Haematology | 2 |
| 14 | Microbiology | 4 |
| 15 | Neonatology | 1 |
| 16 | Nephrology | 1 |
| 17 | Neurosurgery | 2 |
| 18 | Nuclear Medicine | 1 |
| 19 | Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 7 |
| 20 | Ophthalmology | 3 |
| 21 | Orthopaedics | 1 |
| 22 | Paediatric Surgery | 2 |
| 23 | Paediatrics | 3 |
| 24 | Pathology | 3 |
| 25 | Pharmacology | 6 |
| 26 | Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | 3 |
| 27 | Physiology | 3 |
| 28 | Pulmonary | 1 |
| 29 | Radiology | 2 |
| 30 | Surgical Gastroenterology | 1 |
| 31 | Transfusion Medicine and Blood Bank | 4 |
| 32 | Trauma and Emergency Medicine | 5 |
| 33 | Urology | 2 |
| Total | 103 | |
Note: In case suitable EWS candidates are not found, these posts will not be carried forward or treated as backlog, and Unreserved (UR) candidates may provisionally be allowed to apply against EWS posts.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Eligibility Criteria and Qualification
The AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Qualification requirement differs for medical, dental, and non-medical candidates.
For Medical Candidates
A Postgraduate Medical Degree (MD/MS/DNB) or equivalent in the relevant discipline from a recognised University/Institute, as per the Residency Scheme. All terms and conditions of the Scheme apply.
For Dentistry
MDS in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from a recognised University/Institute, as per the Residency Scheme.
For Non-Medical Candidates
| Department | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Anatomy | M.Sc., PhD (Human Anatomy) |
| Physiology | M.Sc., PhD (Medical Physiology / Physiology) |
| Biochemistry | M.Sc., PhD (Medical Biochemistry / Biochemistry) |
| Microbiology | M.Sc., PhD (Medical Microbiology / Microbiology) |
| Pharmacology | M.Sc., PhD (Medical Microbiology / Microbiology, as stated in the official notification) |
The notification also specifies cross-department eligibility for super-specialty residency: candidates with MD/MS in General Medicine or General Surgery may apply for residency in medical and surgical super-specialty departments respectively; MD in Paediatrics qualifies for Neonatology; MD/MS in Emergency Medicine, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Anaesthesia, or General Surgery qualifies for Trauma & Emergency; MD in Pathology qualifies for Transfusion Medicine; and MD in Respiratory Medicine qualifies for Pulmonary Medicine. Medical super-specialties listed are Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Medical Oncology/Haematology, Neonatology, Nephrology, Neurology, and Pulmonary Medicine; surgical super-specialties listed are Burns & Plastic Surgery, Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Neurosurgery, Paediatric Surgery, Surgical Gastroenterology, Surgical Oncology, and Urology.
The notification states that detailed educational qualifications, age, and eligibility criteria for each department are available on the official AIIMS Guwahati website, so candidates should verify department-specific qualification requirements there before applying.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Age Limit
The upper age limit for AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 is 45 years, as on the closing date of online applications.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | Up to 5 years |
| OBC | Up to 3 years |
| PwBD – General Category | Up to 10 years |
| PwBD – OBC Category | Up to 13 years |
| PwBD – SC/ST Category | Up to 15 years |
Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR / OBC | Rs. 1,000/- (plus applicable transaction charges) |
| SC / ST / EWS | Rs. 500/- (plus applicable transaction charges) |
| PwBD | NIL |
The application fee must be paid online through the link provided on the official website while filling the online application. The fee, once remitted, is non-refundable under any circumstances, and applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Salary
| Candidate Type | Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Medical Candidates | 7th CPC, Pay Level-11, entry pay Rs. 67,700/- plus NPA and other allowances |
| Non-Medical Candidates (M.Sc with PhD) | Rs. 56,100/- in Level-10 under 7th CPC, plus other allowances |
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Selection Process
Selection for AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 is based purely on performance in a personal interview, after scrutiny of the online application and supporting documents.
- The list of eligible candidates, after scrutiny, is uploaded on the Institute website.
- Document Verification (DV) reporting time: 8:00 AM.
- Interview time: 9:00 AM onwards.
- Interview venue: Director's Board Room, Medical College Building, AIIMS Guwahati.
- No TA/DA is paid for appearing in the interview.
- A separate merit list (selected and waiting list) is prepared for each category - UR, EWS, OBC, SC, and ST - based on the interview.
- Selected candidates must undergo document verification before the offer of appointment is issued.
- Any vacancy arising from non-joining or resignation of a selected candidate is offered to the next candidate on the waiting list as per merit.
- Candidates can apply for more than one post among the listed departments, but must submit a separate application form with separate fee for each post.
How to Apply for AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Recruitment 2026
Eligible candidates must fill the online application along with the relevant documents. Before starting, candidates should keep the following ready:
- A valid, active e-mail ID (all correspondence, including interview schedules, will be sent by e-mail)
- Scanned passport-size photograph (JPG format)
- Scanned signature (JPG format)
- Scanned copies of relevant documents
Candidates must ensure their photo and signature are clearly visible in the preview while filling the online form; applications with a small or unclear photo/signature will be rejected. The online application will close on the last date, and incomplete applications will not be considered.
AIIMS Guwahati Senior Resident Apply Online
The notification directs candidates to the official AIIMS Guwahati website, https://aiimsguwahati.ac.in, for the application link, detailed schedule of interview, educational qualifications, and department-wise age and eligibility criteria. A direct apply-online URL is not specified in the notification itself, so candidates should check the official website for the live application link.
Other Important Conditions
- Candidates already employed in a Government Hospital/Institution must apply through proper channel and produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of interview/document verification.
- OBC candidates must submit a valid OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026, based on the Central List of OBCs.
- EWS candidates must submit an Income and Asset certificate issued on or after 01.04.2026, based on income for Financial Year 2026-27.
- PwBD candidates must submit a valid disability certificate issued by a duly constituted Medical Board.
- Candidates seeking reserved-category benefit or age relaxation must submit the requisite certificate at the time of document verification, failing which their claim will not be entertained.
- The post is whole-time, and private practice of any kind is prohibited.
- Candidates may be posted at rural or urban health centres attached to the Institute.
- Residential accommodation is subject to availability; if not provided, HRA as admissible to Central Government servants will be paid.
- Canvassing of any kind will lead to disqualification.
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