Walk-in selection for Senior Residents in 15 medical departments on an initially 44-day ad-hoc appointment.
Recruitment Overview
Lok Nayak Hospital, Government of NCT of Delhi, has invited eligible Indian nationals for walk-in interviews for Senior Resident appointments. The posts will initially be filled on an ad-hoc basis for 44 days or until regular Senior Residents join, whichever occurs earlier.
| Hospital | Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Post | Senior Resident |
| Notice number | F.No.17773 (Part-II)/SR Interview/E-I/LNH/2026/331 |
| Notice date | 22 July 2026 |
| Official total | 55 vacancies |
| Appointment | Ad-hoc basis, initially for 44 days |
| Application mode | Physical submission at the E-I Branch |
| Application dates | 27 July to 30 July 2026 |
| Interview dates | 3, 4 and 5 August 2026 |
| Selection method | Walk-in interview |
Department-Wise Vacancies and Interview Schedule
| Department | Vacancies shown | Interview date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiology | 2 | 3 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Medicine | 3 | 3 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Biochemistry | 1 | 3 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| General Surgery | 5 | 3 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| Burns and Plastic Surgery | 9 | 3 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| Obstetrics and Gynaecology | 6 | 3 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| Paediatrics | 7 | 4 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Neonatology | 1 | 4 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Orthopaedics | 2 | 4 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Emergency Medicine | 1 | 4 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| Neurosurgery | 12 | 4 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| Neuro-Anaesthesia | 1 | 4 August 2026 | 2:15 PM |
| ENT | 1 | 5 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Anaesthesia | 4 | 5 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
| Paediatric Surgery | 2 | 5 August 2026 | 11:00 AM |
Official discrepancy: The notice declares a total of 55 vacancies, while the department-wise figures printed in its table add up to 57. The vacancies are also stated to be subject to change. Candidates should verify the latest position directly with Lok Nayak Hospital.
Educational Qualification
Applicants should possess:
- MBBS degree; and
- Postgraduate degree, DNB, diploma, postdoctoral degree or equivalent qualification in the relevant speciality.
- The qualification must be from an institution or university recognised by NMC/MCI.
- Candidates should preferably possess Delhi Medical Council registration for the relevant speciality or super-speciality.
- The postgraduate course tenure must be completed and its result declared before the interview date.
Candidates without the specified postgraduate qualification may be considered as Non-PG Senior Residents and appointed for 44 days or until candidates possessing the appropriate postgraduate qualification become available, whichever is earlier.
Special provisions
- For Paediatric Surgery, candidates possessing MCh Paediatric Surgery, DNB or MS General Surgery may be considered according to the notification.
- For Neurosurgery, candidates possessing MCh Neurosurgery, DNB or MS General Surgery may be allowed to participate as specified in the notice.
Age Limit
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum age | 45 years |
| Age-calculation date | 1 July 2026 |
Any applicable category-based concession or relaxation will be governed by the relevant Government of NCT of Delhi rules.
Pay Scale
| Pay level | Level 11 under the Seventh Central Pay Commission |
|---|---|
| Pay matrix | ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 |
| Additional benefits | Other usual allowances admissible under the applicable rules |
Application Fee
There is no fee for appearing in the Senior Resident walk-in interview.
Do not make payment through private recruitment websites, agents or unofficial payment links.
Appointment Tenure
- The immediate appointment will initially be for 44 days.
- The appointment may end earlier when a regular Senior Resident joins.
- Total Senior Residency cannot generally exceed three years, including previous regular or ad-hoc Senior Resident service in an NMC-recognised institution.
- Candidates who have already completed three years of Senior Residency may be considered only under the shortage-related relaxation conditions described in the notification.
A separate merit list may be prepared for fresh candidates and candidates who have already completed three years of Senior Residency. Fresh candidates will receive priority.
Selection Process
- Submission and scrutiny of the prescribed application form
- Verification of eligibility and documents
- Department-wise walk-in interview
- Preparation of a rank list
- Medical registration and original-certificate verification before joining
If applications are very high, interviews may continue on the next working day. Candidates should not leave without obtaining instructions from the interview board.
No separate call letter will be issued, and no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview.
Documents Required
Candidates should carry the completed application form, original documents and self-attested photocopies of the following:
- Recent passport-size photographs – two copies
- MBBS degree and relevant marksheets
- Postgraduate degree, DNB, diploma or postdoctoral qualification
- Postgraduate result and course-completion proof
- Delhi Medical Council registration certificate for the relevant speciality
- DMC registration acknowledgement, if registration is under process
- Date-of-birth certificate
- MBBS and postgraduate attempt certificates
- Caste certificate, if applicable
- Disability certificate, if applicable
- Aadhaar card or another accepted identity document
- Publication and award documents, where applicable
- Experience certificates showing previous Senior Residency service
- No Objection Certificate from the present employer, where applicable
Candidates without DMC registration for their postgraduate qualification should carry proof that they have already applied for the registration. Admission to the interview may be only provisional.
How to Apply
Applications will not be accepted after 3:00 PM on 30 July 2026. Submitting the form is separate from attending the scheduled walk-in interview.
Application Submission and Interview Venue
Application submission
E-I Branch
Lok Nayak Hospital
Jawaharlal Nehru Marg
New Delhi – 110002
Walk-in interview venue
Conference Hall
Medical Director
Lok Nayak Hospital
New Delhi – 110002
Important Dates
| Event | Date and time |
|---|---|
| Official notification | 22 July 2026 |
| Application submission starts | 27 July 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Last date to submit application | 30 July 2026, 3:00 PM |
| Radiology, Medicine and Biochemistry interviews | 3 August 2026, 11:00 AM |
| General Surgery, Burns & Plastic Surgery and Obstetrics & Gynaecology interviews | 3 August 2026, 2:15 PM |
| Paediatrics, Neonatology and Orthopaedics interviews | 4 August 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Emergency Medicine, Neurosurgery and Neuro-Anaesthesia interviews | 4 August 2026, 2:15 PM |
| ENT, Anaesthesia and Paediatric Surgery interviews | 5 August 2026, 11:00 AM |
Important Official Links
Deadline alert: The completed application must be physically submitted at the E-I Branch between 27 and 30 July 2026. Interviews begin on 3 August 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
The notification officially declares 55 vacancies. However, its printed department-wise figures add up to 57, and the notice says vacancies are subject to change.
What is the last date for submitting the application?
The application must be submitted at the E-I Branch by 3:00 PM on 30 July 2026.
What are the interview dates?
Department-wise interviews will be conducted on 3, 4 and 5 August 2026.
Is this a permanent appointment?
No. The recruitment is initially for an ad-hoc tenure of 44 days or until a regular Senior Resident joins, whichever occurs earlier.
What is the maximum age?
The maximum age is 45 years as on 1 July 2026, subject to applicable government rules.
Is there an application or interview fee?
No. The official notice states that there is no fee for appearing in the interview.
What is the Senior Resident pay scale?
The post carries Level 11 pay of ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 plus admissible allowances.
Will a separate call letter be issued?
No. Candidates must follow the department-wise schedule in the official notice. No separate call letter will be issued.
Is Delhi Medical Council registration required?
Candidates should preferably possess DMC registration for the relevant speciality. Those who have applied for registration must carry the official acknowledgement and may be allowed provisionally.
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