Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Kollam Recruitment Notification 2026 has been released on 19 August 2026 on the official website https://www.esic.gov.in. A total of 27 vacancies have been announced for Super Specialist, Specialist, and Senior Resident posts through ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026.
Candidates with the required medical qualifications and experience are eligible to apply for these contractual vacancies. The walk-in interview for ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026 will be held on 03 September 2026, with registration from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Candidates can download the official notification PDF and check the walk-in interview details through the direct links provided below in this article.
ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026 Overview
Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has released Advertisement No. 07/2026 dated 19.08.2026 (File No. 542/A/46/12/06/2008/MHA/Admn-Vol3) inviting eligible doctors for a walk-in interview to fill contractual posts of Super Specialist, Specialist, and Senior Resident at ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital, Asramam, Kollam. The hospital is accredited to conduct in-house DNB training courses in some specialities. The engagement is purely contractual, and the notification states that vacancies indicated may change as per actual requirement on the date of interview.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) |
| Ministry | Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India |
| Hospital | ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital, Asramam, Kollam, Kerala – 691002 |
| Advertisement No. | 07/2026 |
| Notification date | 19.08.2026 |
| Posts | Super Specialist, Specialist, Senior Resident (Pay Level 11) |
| Total vacancies | 27 (3 + 7 + 17) |
| Nature of engagement | Contractual (walk-in interview based) |
| Interview date | 03.09.2026 (Thursday) |
| Official website | https://www.esic.gov.in |
ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
The notification does not specify an online application start date or a last date to apply, since candidates are required to attend the walk-in interview directly with their documents. The key date given in the notification is the interview date itself.
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Notification release date | 19.08.2026 |
| Walk-in interview date | 03.09.2026 (Thursday) |
| Registration time | 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM |
| Reporting time | 9:00 AM, near Medical Superintendent's Room |
| Online application start date | Not specified in the notification (walk-in mode) |
| Last date to apply online | Not applicable / not specified (walk-in mode) |
Corrigenda, if any, will be published only on the official ESIC website: https://www.esic.gov.in/recruitments.
ESIC Kollam Vacancy 2026 Details
A total of 27 contractual vacancies are available across three post categories: Super Specialist, Specialist, and Senior Resident. The notification clarifies that in case of non-availability of candidates in the advertised category, a post may be filled for 44 days with a UR (Unreserved) candidate.
ESIC Super Specialist Vacancy 2026 (3 Vacancies)
| Department | No. of Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Endocrinology | 1 |
| Gastroenterology | 1 |
| Oncology (Medical) | 1 |
| Total | 3 |
ESIC Specialist Vacancy 2026 (7 Vacancies)
| Department | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| General Medicine | 01 |
| ICU | 02 |
| Casualty (A&E) | 02 |
| Microbiology | 01 |
| Endodontist (Dental) | 01 |
| Total | 7 |
ESIC Senior Resident Vacancy 2026 – Pay Level 11 (17 Vacancies)
| Department | Vacancy |
|---|---|
| Cardiology | 01 |
| Nephrology | 01 |
| General Surgery | 01 |
| ICU | 03 |
| General Medicine | 02 |
| Obstetrics & Gynaecology | 02 |
| ENT | 01 |
| Paediatrics | 01 |
| Orthopaedics | 02 |
| Anaesthesiology | 02 |
| Casualty | 01 |
| Total | 17 |
Note: The Senior Resident section heading in the official notification reads "13 Vacancies," while the vacancy table and the explicit "No. of vacancies" field both state the total as 17 (Seventeen). This article follows the table total and the explicitly stated figure of 17, as given in the source document.
ESIC Kollam Eligibility Criteria 2026
Eligibility requirements differ by post and department. Candidates should check the qualification, experience, and age limit applicable to the specific post and speciality they wish to apply for.
ESIC Super Specialist Qualification
| Level | Qualification & Experience Required |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist (Entry Level) | A recognised medical qualification included in the first or second Schedule, or Part-II of the third Schedule (other than licentiate qualifications), to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956; plus MCh/DM/DNB or equivalent in the concerned super specialty. All postgraduate additional qualifications must be registered with the Medical Council. |
| Super Specialist (Senior Consultant) | Same basic qualification as above, plus at least five years of post super-specialty qualification experience. |
ESIC Specialist Qualification
| Level | Qualification & Experience Required |
|---|---|
| Specialist (Junior) | Post Graduate Degree/DNB, or Diploma in the concerned speciality after MBBS/BDS with TCMC/Dental Council registration. For Casualty/ICU: PG Degree or PG Diploma in Anaesthesiology/General Medicine/Pulmonary Medicine/Emergency Medicine registered with Medical Council. Experience: 3 years in the respective specialty for degree holders, or 5 years for diploma holders. |
| Specialist (Senior) | Same qualification as above. Experience: 5 years in the respective specialty for degree holders, or 7 years for diploma holders. |
ESIC Senior Resident Qualification
For Superspeciality departments, DM/DrNB in the concerned superspeciality is preferred over MD/DNB in General Medicine. For Specialty departments, a Post Graduate Degree/DNB, or Diploma in the concerned speciality after MBBS with TCMC registration is required.
- ICU: PG Degree or PG Diploma holders in Anaesthesiology/General Medicine/Pulmonary Medicine/Emergency Medicine/Critical Care Medicine, registered with the Medical Council.
- Casualty: PG Degree in Emergency Medicine is preferred. In its absence, PG degree or PG diploma holders in Anaesthesiology/General Medicine/Pulmonary Medicine/Critical Care Medicine registered with the Medical Council will be considered. In the absence of postgraduate qualifications, MBBS doctors with at least two years' experience in the concerned speciality and registered with the Medical Council may be selected for the Casualty department.
ESIC Kollam Age Limit 2026
| Post | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Super Specialist / Specialist (Part/Full Time) | Not exceeding 69 years as on the date of interview. Tenure beyond 70 years is not allowed. |
| Senior Resident | Not exceeding 45 years as on the date of interview. Age relaxation for SC, ST & OBC candidates as per rules. |
Candidates who have already completed Senior Residency for 3 years in any Central Institutions are not eligible for the post of Senior Resident.
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.
ESIC Kollam Salary 2026
Remuneration varies by post, level (entry/senior), and whether the engagement is full-time or part-time. All figures below are as stated in the official notification; ESIC notes that remuneration is revisable as per ESIC Headquarters instructions from time to time.
Super Specialist Remuneration
| Category | Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Full Time – Entry Level | Rs. 2,00,000/- per month |
| Full Time – Senior Level | Rs. 2,40,000/- per month |
| Part Time – Entry Level | Rs. 1,00,000/- per month, plus additional Rs. 20,000/- as visiting charges in case of emergency (if willing); Rs. 1,200/- for every additional hour beyond 16 hours, subject to justification of competent authority |
| Part Time – Consultant (Senior Level) | Rs. 1,50,000/- per month, plus additional Rs. 20,000/- as visiting charges in case of emergency (if willing); Rs. 1,500/- for every additional hour of work beyond 16 hours (4 days x 4 hours a week), subject to justification of competent authority |
Specialist Remuneration
| Category | Remuneration |
|---|---|
| Full Time – Junior Specialist (Level 11) | Rs. 1,38,108/- (approximate, as per HQ instruction dated 08.12.2022) |
| Full Time – Senior Specialist (Level 12) | Rs. 1,60,752/- (approximate, as per HQ instruction dated 08.12.2022) |
| Part Time | Rs. 60,000/- per month, plus additional Rs. 15,000/- as visiting charges in case of emergency (if willing); Rs. 800/- for every additional hour beyond 16 hours, subject to justification of competent authority |
Senior Resident Remuneration
Total emoluments at Level 11 (as per VIIth CPC) are approximately Rs. 1,38,108/- for PG Degree holders. An amount of Rs. 1,688/- will be deducted for Senior Residents who possess only a Diploma, and Rs. 2,813/- will be deducted if the Senior Resident does not possess a Diploma/Degree.
ESIC Kollam Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General, EWS & OBC candidates | Rs. 250/- (Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only) |
| SC/ST candidates | Rs. 50/- (Rupees Fifty only) |
| PWD / Female applicants | Exempted from application fee |
The application fee must be paid by way of a Demand Draft drawn in favour of "Employees' State Insurance Fund – Account No 1," payable at Kollam, and submitted at the time of the interview.
ESIC Kollam Selection Process 2026
Selection for all posts will be based on qualification, experience, and a walk-in interview. The interview will be conducted at ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital, Asramam, Kollam. Candidates belonging to OBC/SC/ST categories must produce a valid caste certificate issued by the Tahsildar/Revenue Divisional Officer; OBC certificates must confirm the candidate does not belong to the creamy layer, and EWS certificates must be valid and issued in the prescribed government format. Candidates applying under the PWD category must possess a disability certificate issued by a duly constituted Medical Board of a State or Central Government hospital/institution.
The appointing authority reserves the right to terminate the service of an appointee at any time, even before completion of tenure, without assigning any reason, by giving one month's notice, or immediately in case of disciplinary action. Similarly, the engaged person must give one month's prior notice before resigning or pay an amount equivalent to one month's remuneration in lieu of notice.
How to Apply for ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026
This is a walk-in recruitment drive; there is no separate online application process mentioned in the notification. Interested and eligible candidates must report in person on the interview date with the required documents.
- Report at ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital, Asramam, Kollam, near the Medical Superintendent's Room, between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 03.09.2026 for registration.
- Carry the filled application in the prescribed proforma (Annexure 1 of the notification).
- Bring all original documents, including caste certificate (if applicable), along with one set of photocopies of all original documents.
- Carry two recent passport-size photographs (one to be affixed on the application form).
- Carry the requisite application fee in the form of a Demand Draft at the time of the interview.
- Attend the interview; selection is based on qualification, experience, and interview performance.
Documents Required
- MBBS/BDS Degree certificate, as applicable
- MCI/Dental Council Registration Certificate (for basic and additional qualifications), as applicable
- Matriculation certificate in support of Date of Birth
- PG Degree/Diploma Certificate (qualification prescribed for the post)
- Experience Certificate
- Caste Certificate and Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, if applicable
- PWD Certificate, if applicable
- LPC/No Due Certificate from previous employer, if applicable
- Any other relevant document
- Two passport-size photographs
- Demand Draft towards the application fee
No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview. Canvassing in any form will be treated as a disqualification.
Other Important Terms & Conditions
- Private practice of any kind is not allowed, except for Part-Time Super Specialists/Part-Time Specialists.
- Vacancies indicated in the notification may change as per actual requirement on the date of interview.
- The appointing authority reserves the right to cancel the offer/advertisement without assigning any reason.
- On selection, the candidate must enter into an agreement with the Medical Superintendent, ESIC Model & Super Specialty Hospital, Kollam, on non-judicial stamp paper of Rs. 200/-.
- The selected candidate must submit a security deposit of Rs. 15,000/- as a DD in favour of ESIC Account No. 2, payable at Kollam, at the time of joining; this is refundable after successful completion of the contract and production of a no-due certificate.
- Selected Specialists/Super Specialists must have a professional indemnity policy covering the period of contractual engagement, submitted within 7 days of engagement. Minimum sum assured: Rs. 30 lakh for Anaesthesiologists, Cardiac Surgeons, Neuro Surgeons, Plastic Surgeons, etc.; Rs. 20 lakh for General Surgeons, Gynaecologists, Obstetricians, etc.; and at least Rs. 10 lakh for Physicians, Dentists, Radiologists, Pathologists, etc.
- Candidates working in Central/State Government institutions must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their current authority and submit it in due course.
- Part-time engagement of one contractual employee in two ESIC hospitals at the same time is not permissible.
- PWD candidates will be selected against suitable/notified posts as per government rules.