Medical Officer Job at PGIMER
Are you a medical professional seeking a prestigious government position? The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, offers an exciting opportunity for a Medical Officer at its PGI Satellite Centre in Sangrur, Punjab. This Group ‘A’ government Medical Officer Job provides a competitive pay scale, with salaries reaching up to ₹1,77,500 per month. With a focus on advanced medical education and research, PGIMER is a leading institution in India. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for the PGIMER Recruitment to join their esteemed team.
About PGIMER:
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, is a premier medical education, research, and healthcare institution in India. It plays a vital role in providing advanced medical education and training, alongside conducting significant research in the medical field. PGIMER has announced direct recruitment for multiple positions at PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192.
Job Details:
- Position: Medical Officer
- Post Code: MO/151
- Group: Group A
- No. of Vacancies: 01
- Category: Unreserved (UR)
- Posting: PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab
- Pay Level: Level 10 as per 7th CPC
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Age Limit: 18–30 years
Eligibility & Qualifications for the Medical Officer Job:
Candidates applying for the Medical Officer position must meet the following requirements:
- Possess a medical qualification included in Schedule I or II or Part II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956. Candidates possessing qualifications under Part II of the Third Schedule must also fulfil the specified statutory condition.
- Must be registered with the State Medical Council.
- Should have special training in Family Planning and Educational Methods.
- Preference will be given to candidates possessing a postgraduate degree or diploma in the concerned speciality.
Selection Process:
Since Medical Officer is a Group A post, selection involves a Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by an interview. The CBT consists of 85 MCQs for 85 marks, with a duration of 85 minutes, while the interview carries 15 marks, bringing the total to 100 marks. There is a negative marking of 0.25 marks for each incorrect answer: in the CBT.
The final selection for Group A posts will be based on performance in the CBT and Interview, subject to eligibility scrutiny and document verification.
Important Dates for the Medical Officer Job:
- Online Application Starts: 03 September 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 19 October 2026
- Mode of Application: Online through the PGIMER recruitment portal
Application Fee:
- PwBD: Exempted
- SC/ST: ₹800 + applicable transaction charges
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹1,500 + applicable transaction charges
Important Note:
Candidates selected for this Medical Officer vacancy will be posted at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab. The recruitment notice specifically states that selected candidates will not have any claim/right to a post at PGIMER Chandigarh.
Interested and eligible medical professionals should carefully verify all eligibility requirements before submitting the online application by 19 October 2026.
