JPC Hospital Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 – Walk in for 17 Posts

Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital (JPCH), one of Delhi's prominent government hospitals operating under the Directorate of Health Services, Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, has announced an urgent recruitment drive for 17 Senior Resident positions across multiple medical and surgical specialties through walk-in interviews scheduled for January 23, 2026. This recruitment presents an excellent career opportunity for qualified medical professionals holding post-graduate degrees (MD/MS/Diploma/DNB) to serve in Delhi's public healthcare system while gaining substantial clinical experience in one of the capital's busy tertiary care hospitals. Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital, formerly known as Shahdara Hospital, is located in East Delhi and serves a large population from surrounding areas including Shahdara, Dilshad Garden, Seemapuri, and adjoining regions. The hospital provides comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, outpatient departments, inpatient facilities, surgical services, maternal and child health programs, and specialized clinics. Working at JPCH offers medical professionals meaningful engagement with diverse patient populations, complex clinical cases, and public health challenges characteristic of urban healthcare delivery. ## About Jag Pravesh Chandra Hospital JPCH operates as part of the extensive network of hospitals under the Delhi Government Health Department, which is committed to providing accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to Delhi's residents. The hospital's infrastructure includes well-equipped operation theaters, intensive care units, modern diagnostic facilities, dedicated maternal and child health wings, emergency and trauma care departments, and outpatient clinics for various specialties. The hospital's patient profile represents Delhi's diverse demography, providing doctors with exposure to a wide spectrum of medical conditions, socioeconomic backgrounds, and healthcare needs. Senior Residents play a crucial role in managing patient care, supervising junior doctors, coordinating with consultants, and maintaining clinical standards across departments. ## Senior Resident - Role Definition and Responsibilities Senior Residents in Delhi Government hospitals function as key members of the medical team, bridging the gap between junior residents and consultant physicians. Their responsibilities encompass comprehensive patient management from admission to discharge, performing and supervising surgical procedures and medical interventions, leading ward rounds and clinical discussions, supervising and mentoring Junior Residents and medical students, maintaining accurate and complete medical records, participating in emergency duties and on-call responsibilities, conducting outpatient clinics, coordinating with nursing staff and paramedical personnel, ensuring adherence to treatment protocols and clinical guidelines, participating in academic activities including seminars and CME programs, and handling medico-legal cases and maintaining documentation. The position requires not just clinical excellence but also strong leadership, teaching abilities, administrative skills, and commitment to patient welfare. Senior Residents often serve as the first point of contact for complex clinical decisions when consultants are not immediately available, necessitating sound clinical judgment and decision-making capabilities. ## Vacancy Breakup Across Specialties The 17 Senior Resident positions are distributed across various specialties based on departmental requirements and patient load. While specific department-wise allocation is detailed in the official notification, typical specialty distributions in such recruitments include General Medicine and allied sub-specialties, General Surgery and surgical sub-specialties, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics and Neonatology, Orthopedics, Anesthesiology and Critical Care, Emergency Medicine, Radiology and Imaging, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, ENT (Otorhinolaryngology), Ophthalmology, and Dermatology. Candidates may indicate departmental preferences during the walk-in interview, though final posting decisions rest with hospital administration based on departmental vacancies and candidate suitability. ## Educational Qualifications and Eligibility The fundamental requirement for Senior Resident positions is possession of MBBS degree followed by recognized post-graduate qualification. Acceptable post-graduate qualifications include MD (Doctor of Medicine) in relevant specialty from MCI/NMC recognized medical college, MS (Master of Surgery) in relevant surgical specialty, Diploma in the concerned specialty from recognized institution (examples: DGO, DCH, DA, DOMS, etc.), or DNB (Diplomate of National Board) in relevant specialty from NBE-recognized institutions. All degrees must be recognized under the Indian Medical Council Act or obtained from foreign universities with MCI/NMC equivalence certificates. Candidates who have completed their post-graduation from foreign universities must possess valid MCI/NMC recognition certificates and should have completed necessary equivalence procedures. Crucially, candidates must possess valid registration with Delhi Medical Council (DMC). Those registered with other State Medical Councils must obtain Delhi Medical Council registration before joining, which involves submitting applications with MBBS and PG degree certificates, internship completion proof, current registration certificate, and prescribed fees to DMC. The registration process typically takes several weeks, so candidates should initiate it immediately upon selection. Additionally, candidates must not have completed 3 years of Senior Residency in any recognized institution including regular and ad-hoc periods. This clause ensures that senior resident positions provide opportunities to relatively early-career post-graduates rather than individuals who have exhausted training opportunities elsewhere. ## Age Limit and Relaxations The maximum age limit for Senior Resident positions is 45 years as on the date of walk-in (January 23, 2026). This relatively liberal age limit accommodates candidates with several years of post-graduation and prior work experience. Age relaxations are provided as per Government of NCT Delhi and Central Government norms: 5 years for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates, 3 years for Other Backward Classes (OBC) candidates, 10 years for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), up to 5 years for women candidates in certain categories, and relaxations for ex-servicemen and other specified categories as per applicable rules, with cumulative relaxations subject to maximum prescribed limits. The relaxed age criteria recognize that many qualified specialists complete their post-graduation later or acquire experience in private practice or other institutions before joining government service. ## Salary Structure and Remuneration Senior Resident positions in Delhi Government hospitals are governed by the 7th Central Pay Commission pay structure as adopted by the Government of NCT Delhi. The pay scale for Senior Residents is Level-11 of the Pay Matrix, which ranges from ₹67,700 to ₹2,08,700. The starting basic pay is ₹67,700 per month, with annual increments as per government norms. In addition to basic pay, Senior Residents are entitled to Dearness Allowance (DA) - currently approximately 50% of basic pay, revised periodically based on All-India Consumer Price Index, House Rent Allowance (HRA) - varies based on city classification (Delhi being A-1 city attracts higher HRA percentage), Transport Allowance, and other allowances as admissible under Delhi Government rules. The total emoluments (basic pay + DA + HRA + other allowances) for a Senior Resident at entry level typically amount to approximately ₹1,40,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month, making it one of the most competitive salary packages for medical professionals at this career stage. Additional benefits include medical facilities for self and dependents through CGHS or government hospital facilities, leave entitlements including Earned Leave, Casual Leave, Medical Leave as per rules, provident fund and pension benefits under applicable schemes, residential accommodation (subject to availability, though often waitlisted), professional development opportunities, and experience in a prestigious government hospital system. ## Selection Process - Walk-in Interview Format The recruitment follows a walk-in interview mechanism where eligible candidates must personally appear on January 23, 2026, at the designated venue with all original credentials and photocopies. The walk-in process eliminates the need for prior online applications, making it accessible and immediate. The process sequence involves reporting and registration where candidates arrive at the specified venue (typically the hospital's Administrative Block or Conference Hall) during designated hours, candidates register their attendance and submit photocopies of documents for verification, followed by document scrutiny where original degrees, certificates, registration proof, and identity documents are verified against submitted copies, candidates with incomplete or unverified documents are excluded at this stage. Shortlisted candidates proceed to the personal interview conducted by a selection committee comprising senior medical administrators, departmental heads, and subject experts. The interview assesses clinical knowledge and expertise in the relevant specialty, diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, emergency management capabilities, communication and interpersonal skills, teaching and supervisory abilities, ethical understanding and professional conduct, motivation and commitment to public service, and overall suitability for the position. Selection is based on interview performance, academic credentials (marks in MBBS and post-graduation), relevant experience, and additional qualifications or achievements. Merit lists are prepared specialty-wise, and selected candidates are informed immediately or within a few days. ## Essential Documents for Walk-in Interview Candidates must carry the following in original plus self-attested photocopies: MBBS degree certificate and marksheets of all professional examinations, Post-graduate degree/diploma/DNB certificate and marksheets, permanent registration certificate from Delhi Medical Council (or any State Medical Council with undertaking to obtain DMC registration), date of birth certificate (10th marksheet or birth certificate), category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) issued by competent authority if claiming reservation, PwBD certificate from authorized medical board if applicable, NOC (No Objection Certificate) from current employer if presently employed, undertaking that total Senior Residency duration (including in other institutions) does not exceed 3 years, affidavit on non-judicial stamp paper regarding service conditions acceptance, recent passport-size photographs, Aadhaar card and other identity proofs, and experience certificates if any prior medical experience. Candidates failing to produce original documents will be disqualified irrespective of their qualifications or interview performance. ## Service Conditions and Tenure Senior Resident appointments are typically made on contractual or ad-hoc basis initially for 6 months to 1 year, extendable based on performance and requirements, subject to a maximum limit of 3 years cumulative Senior Residency. Appointments are governed by service rules of the Directorate of Health Services, Government of NCT Delhi. Working hours are demanding, typically involving morning to evening duties with on-call responsibilities, night duties as per roster (usually 1-2 nights per week), weekend and holiday duties as per rotation, and emergency response obligations. Senior Residents must be prepared for intensive work schedules characteristic of busy government hospitals. Selected candidates must execute service bonds or undertakings as per hospital requirements, committing to serve for the specified period. Premature resignation may attract penalties or bond forfeiture as per rules. ## Why Join Delhi Government Hospital as Senior Resident? Delhi Government hospitals offer unique advantages for medical professionals. The sheer patient volume and diversity provide incomparable clinical exposure across socioeconomic strata, rare conditions, and emergency scenarios. Senior Residents encounter clinical situations they may rarely see in private practice, significantly enhancing diagnostic and therapeutic skills. The academic environment with regular CME programs, journal clubs, case conferences, and visiting faculty lectures facilitates continuous learning. For those planning to pursue super-specialty training (DM/MCh) or academic careers, the experience and recommendation letters from government hospitals carry substantial weight. Job security, regular salaries (unlike many private setups), defined service conditions, and retirement benefits provide financial stability. The government job status also enhances social standing and marriage prospects in traditional Indian contexts. For socially conscious doctors, government service offers the fulfillment of serving underprivileged populations who depend on public healthcare, aligning medical practice with social responsibility. ## Career Progression and Future Opportunities Senior Residency in Delhi Government hospitals often serves as a stepping stone to permanent positions. Many senior residents successfully clear Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB) examinations for permanent Specialist/Medical Officer positions. The experience gained is invaluable for such competitive examinations. Others use this period to prepare for super-specialty entrance exams (NEET-SS) or pursue research leading to PhD degrees. The clinical material and patient base facilitate research publications and thesis work. Some senior residents transition to teaching positions in medical colleges, private practice, corporate hospitals, or international medical opportunities. The experience certificate and skills acquired open multiple career pathways. ## Preparation Strategy for Walk-in Interview Candidates should thoroughly revise their specialty subjects, especially recent advances, management guidelines, and evidence-based protocols. Review common and rare cases, differential diagnoses, and emergency management protocols. Practice clinical case presentations and viva questions. Prepare answers for common interview questions about career goals, why government service, strengths and weaknesses, approach to difficult patients, and ethical dilemmas. Demonstrate awareness of current healthcare issues, government health programs (Ayushman Bharat, etc.), and hospital administration basics. Dress professionally, arrive early, maintain respectful and confident demeanor, answer honestly without pretense, show willingness to learn and adapt, and demonstrate commitment to patient care and public service. ## Important Instructions Candidates must check the official Delhi Health Department website at health.delhi.gov.in regularly for any updates or changes. The walk-in date of January 23, 2026, is firm. No requests for rescheduling will be entertained. This advertisement itself serves as the call letter; no separate intimation will be sent. Selected candidates must be prepared to join within a short period (typically 7-15 days). Delays in joining may result in offers being given to waitlisted candidates. Candidates currently employed must ensure they can obtain relieving letters within the stipulated timeframe. All information provided by candidates is subject to verification. Providing false information or suppressing material facts will lead to disqualification at any stage or termination after joining. The hospital administration's decisions on all recruitment matters are final. This JPC Hospital Senior Resident recruitment offers qualified post-graduate doctors an excellent opportunity to join Delhi's prestigious government healthcare system, gain invaluable clinical experience, enjoy competitive remuneration, and contribute meaningfully to public health. Eligible candidates should prepare comprehensively and attend the January 23, 2026, walk-in interview with complete documentation to seize this valuable opportunity.