Lok Nayak Hospital Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 - Offline for 55 Posts

Lok Nayak Hospital (LNH), New Delhi, under the Office of the Medical Director, Government of NCT of Delhi, has released a walk-in interview notification for the recruitment of Senior Residents (SR) on ad-hoc basis (44 days). The notice (F.No.17773 (Part-I)/SR interview/E-I/LNH/2026, dated 22.07.2026) invites eligible Indian Nationals to appear for a walk-in interview against 55 vacancies spread across 15 departments. This article covers vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, salary, application process, required documents and important dates as mentioned in the official notification.

Lok Nayak Hospital Recruitment 2026 - Quick Overview

Lok Nayak Hospital SR Recruitment 2026: Important Dates

• Notification Date: 22 July 2026
• Application/Document Submission Window: 27 July 2026 to 30 July 2026 (Timing: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at E-I Branch)
• Walk-in Interview Dates: 3 August 2026, 4 August 2026 and 5 August 2026 (department-wise, see table below)

Lok Nayak Hospital SR Vacancy Details 2026 (Department-wise)

The department-wise breakup of the 55 Senior Resident vacancies, along with the interview date, timing and venue, is given below. The notification clearly states that the above-mentioned vacancies are subject to change.

Additional notes mentioned in the notification:

• A walk-in interview notice for the Mch Paeds Surgery/DNB/MS (General Surgery) department is for 2 posts in the Department of Pediatrics Surgery, on a temporary basis.
• A walk-in interview notice for the Mch Neurosurgery/DNB/MS (General Surgery) department may be allowed for the post of Senior Resident in the Department of Neurosurgery.

Lok Nayak Hospital SR Recruitment: Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Essential Qualification: MBBS with Post Graduate Degree/DNB/Diploma or Post Doctoral Degree (or equivalent) in the concerned specialty from an NMC/MCI recognized university/institute, and preferably valid DMC registration for the concerned specialty/super-specialty.
• The tenure of the PG Degree/DNB/Diploma or Post Doctoral Degree (or equivalent) must be completed, and the result must also be declared, before the date of interview.
• Non-PG candidates: If an applicant does not hold the above qualification, they will be treated as a Non-PG Senior Resident and may be appointed for 44 days or till these posts are filled with a suitable PG-qualified candidate, whichever is earlier.

Age Limit

The age of the Senior Resident should not be more than 45 years as on 01.07.2026.

Relaxation of Criteria

As per Circular No. F.No.121/26/2010/H&FW/1996-2045 dated 10.06.2011 issued by the Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of NCT of Delhi, relaxation applies in case of non-availability of fresh candidates:

• In specialties with a perpetual shortage of fresh candidates, candidates who have already completed 3 years of Senior Residency but are willing to continue serving as Senior Residents will also be allowed to appear.
• Separate merit lists will be prepared - one for fresh candidates and one for those who have completed 3 years of residency.
• The list of fresh candidates will be exhausted first for appointment; the second list will be taken up only thereafter.
• Appointments made from the second list will be for a maximum period of one year only, and it is not renewable further after expiry of one year.

Lok Nayak Hospital SR Salary 2026

Selected Senior Residents will be paid as per 7th CPC, Pay Matrix Level-11 (Rs. 67,700 - Rs. 208,700), along with other usual allowances admissible per month as per rules.

Tenure of Senior Resident Post

• The tenure will be for a period of 44 days (maximum 3 years, including any service already rendered as Senior Resident on an ad-hoc/regular basis in any NMC-recognized teaching/non-teaching institution), or till a regular Senior Resident joins - whichever is earlier.
• This is in accordance with the Residency Scheme of GOI dated 5th June 1992 and the subsequent extended Residency Scheme notified vide Circular No. F.No.121/26/2010/H&FW/DSHFW/1996-2045 dated 10th June 2011.
• No NOC of any kind will be issued to the Senior Resident before the candidate completes at least 44 days of continuous service.
• No permission/leave will be granted to attend a conference/seminar/workshop/fellowship programme lasting more than three days at any point during the tenure.

Application Fee

The official notification states: "There is no fee for appearing in the interview." The application checklist includes a line for "Demand Draft (if Application)" but the notification does not specify any application fee amount. If a fee is applicable in specific cases, the exact amount is not mentioned in the official notification.

Lok Nayak Hospital SR Recruitment: Selection Process

• The mode of selection is through interview only.
• No waiting list will be prepared; only a rank list will be prepared for this interview, which will remain valid till the next interview notice is published.
• If the number of applications is very high, the interview may continue on the next working day. This will be informed verbally to candidates by the Board Members on the date of interview at closing time. Candidates who are not interviewed on the said date must not leave the venue without the knowledge of the Board Members - no separate communication will be made in this regard.

Required Documents for LNH Senior Resident Application

Interested and eligible candidates must apply in the prescribed application format along with original and self-attested photocopies of the following documents:

• MBBS Degree, Post Graduate Degree, DMC Certificate/registration acknowledgment for PG Degree, Caste Certificate, and proof of awards/publications (if applicable)
• Identity proof: Aadhar card, Voter ID card, Driving license, Passport, etc.
• 2 (two) passport-size photographs on a white background, attested by the HoD of the concerned department (as required in the application form)
• Candidates must also produce an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from their present employer.

How to Apply for Lok Nayak Hospital SR Recruitment 2026

1. Download/obtain the prescribed application form for the post of Senior Resident on ad-hoc basis in Lok Nayak Hospital.
2. Fill in personal details (name, father's/husband's name, date of birth, nationality, address, contact number, email ID, DMC registration number with date), academic qualification details (MBBS 1st to 4th professional and PG Degree/Diploma with year of passing, board/university, percentage/division, and number of attempts), and details of any prior Senior Resident experience.
3. Affix a latest passport-size photograph on a white background, attested by the HoD of the concerned department.
4. Attach original and self-attested photocopies of all required documents as listed above.
5. Submit the completed application along with documents in person at the E-I Branch, Lok Nayak Hospital, between 27 July 2026 and 30 July 2026, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
6. Appear for the walk-in interview on the scheduled date, time and venue applicable to your department, as per the vacancy table above.

Important Instructions for Candidates

• Candidates who possess DMC registration (with PG Degree) OR have applied for DMC registration (with PG Degree) and enclosed the DMC acknowledgment will be allowed to appear in the interview provisionally. No application will be entertained beyond the stipulated time.
• No TA/DA will be paid to candidates called for the interview.
• Selected candidates must join within 10 days of issue of the offer letter, failing which the offer will stand automatically cancelled. No extension for joining will be considered.
• A selected candidate will be allowed to join only provisionally if DMC registration is not yet available. Such a candidate will be taken on strength only after producing the DMC certificate within one month of joining.
• In case of any inadvertent error detected at a later stage, it will be rectified as per rules.
• The Competent Authority reserves the right to amend or cancel the interview, and to decide in case of any dispute regarding the selection process.
• Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in patient care/public interest during an emergency.
• This notice is issued with the prior approval of the Medical Director, LNH.

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click Here
• Official Website: Click Here
• Application Submission Address: E-I Branch, Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi-110002