Applications are invited for Walk-in-Interview from the Indian National of state domicile for 02 (two) nos. of post of Professor and 03(three) nos. of post of Associate Professor of Agartala Government Dental College & IGM Hospital, Agartala under the Health & FW Department Govt. of Tripura on contractual basis for a period of 11(eleven) months which will be renewed further, subject to satisfactory performance. Interested candidates are requested to submit application in prescribed format on or before 10th November, 2026 up to 5 p.m. positively.
DME Tripura Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Government of Tripura, Directorate of Medical Education |
| Department(s) | Health & Family Welfare Department / Agartala Government Dental College & I.G.M Hospital |
| Posts | Professor and Associate Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 5 |
| Pay | Rs 1,37,500/- per month to Rs 1,92,500/- per month (Consolidated) |
| Contract Term | 11 (eleven) months (will be renewed further, subject to satisfactory performance) |
| Application Mode | Offline |
| Last Date to Apply | 10th November, 2026 up to 5 p.m. positively |
The official notification does not specify an application fee.
About DME Tripura Recruitment 2026
The Directorate of Medical Education, Government of Tripura, manages medical, dental, and allied health educational institutions across the state. This recruitment process aims to engage qualified dental faculty members on a contractual basis for Agartala Government Dental College & I.G.M Hospital, Agartala under the Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Tripura.
Department-wise Vacancies
The notification announces 5 vacancies across dental specialties:
| Sl. No. | Name of the Post | No. of Post | Disciplines / department |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Professor | 1(UR) | Conservative of Dentistry and Endodontics |
| 2. | Professor | 1(UR) | Orthodontics |
| 3. | Associate Professor | 1 (ST) | Conservative of Dentistry and Endodontics |
| 4. | Associate Professor | 1 (ST) | Prosthodontics & Crown and Bridge |
| 5. | Associate Professor | 1(UR) | Paediatric & Preventive Dentistry |
In case of non availability of ST /SC candidate, suitable candidate will be selected from UR candidate.
Qualification and Experience
| Post | Qualification Required | Experience Required |
|---|---|---|
| Professor | A BDS Degree of an Indian University or an equivalent qualification with Post Graduate qualification/ Diplomate Graduate of National Board in the concerned subject and as amended by DCI from time to time. | Teaching experience: - 05(five)years teaching experiences as Reader or Associate Professor from recognized dental college. |
| Associate Professor | A BDS Degree of an Indian University or an equivalent qualification with Post Graduate qualification/ Diplomate Graduate of National Board in the concerned subject and as amended by DCI from time to time. | Teaching experience: 04(four) years teaching experiences as Assistant Professor/ Lecturer from recognized Dental College. |
Age Limit
The upper age limits on the date of application are:
- Professor: Age should not be more than 55 (fifty-five) years on the date of application.
- Associate Professor: Age should not be more than 50 (fifty) years on the date of application.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| ST, SC, PH/PwD. & Govt. in services candidates | 5 years |
Nationality and Domicile Conditions
Candidates must be Indian Nationals of state domicile for 02 (two) nos. of post of Professor and 03(three) nos. of post of Associate Professor. However, the pre requisite of state domicile status shall be relaxed in case no suitable candidate of state domicile is available for the said post.
Pay and Terms
| Post | Consolidated Pay |
|---|---|
| Professor | Consolidated pay of Rs 1,92,500/- per months |
| Associate Professor | Consolidated pay of Rs 1,37,500/- per month |
The engagement is on contractual basis for a period of 11 (eleven) months which will be renewed further, subject to satisfactory performance. The authority reserves the right for placement of all the above-mentioned faculties employed on contractual basis to any discipline at any time as per the need of the institutions. Leave rules will be governed as per TDES rules. TA & DA is not admissible for appearing in the interview.
Selection Process
Selection will be done as per 50% from Academic performance index (API) as calculated by the department + 50% from Interview / personality test (Total-100 marks).
The date of interview will be notified later on.
How to Apply for DME Tripura Recruitment 2026
- The prescribed format may be collected from the O/O the Agartala Govt. Dental College, IGM Hospital, Agartala on any working days from 11.00 AM to 4.00 P.M. or the same can be downloaded from the official web sites.
- Submit application in prescribed format on or before 10th November, 2026 up to 5 p.m. positively.
- The application should be addressed to the Principal, Agartala Government Dental College & I.G.M Hospital, I.G.M Hospital Complex, Agartala, West Tripura, Pin-799001.
- Enclose self-attested copies of caste certificate (ST/SC) age proof certificate, PRTC (in case of state domicile BDS & MDS degree certificate, Registration Certificate of Dental Council, other qualification certificate, Experience Certificate (if any) with his/her application & the original certificate must be produced at the time of selection.
Documents Required
Candidates will have to enclose self-attested copies of certificates (two sets) and produce original certificates at the time of selection:
- Mark sheet of Madhyamik
- Mark sheet of HS(+2)
- AADHAR CARD
- BDS mark sheet, attempt certificate, BDS Degree
- INTERNSHIP COMPLETION CERTIFICATE
- MDS mark sheet and attempt certificate, MDS Degree
- Work Experience & other qualifications (if any)
- Gold medal in BDS, MDS
- Publication in Indexed Journal as per DCI regulation, (Pubmed/Scopus/Web of Science)/(Original Research/Review/Case Report) *(1st /2nd / Corresponding author)
- Form 16 (last Three years)
- Updated Dental Registration Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if any)
- Age Proof Certificate & Nationality Proof Certificate
- Permanent Resident Certificate
- Two copies of all documents and photograph
- CV of the Candidate
- Hand written and self-attested undertaking by the candidate stating as under: "I hereby declare that all the information given / uploaded by me in the application are factually correct and true to the best of my knowledge and belief. I undertake that in the event of any information being found false or incorrect at any stage, my candidature is liable to be cancelled and I will have no claim on my selection to the post of Associate Professor/ Professor by the competent authority."
Important Links
| Link | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Application Form | Download Application Form |
| Official Website | Visit Official Website |
