Bihar Health Department Senior Resident/Tutor Recruitment 2025 – Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary, Application Process

The Health Department, Government of Bihar has officially released a detailed notification for the appointment of Senior Residents and Tutors in various Medical Colleges and Hospitals across the state. This recruitment drive is intended for the creation of a panel of eligible candidates who will be appointed on tenure-based posts as per the Medical Cadre and Promotion Rules, 2008 and Amendment Rules, 2013.

The online application process has already started through the Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) official portal bceceboard.bihar.gov.in. Interested and eligible candidates are invited to apply online within the given timeline.

In this article, we will walk you through every important aspect of this recruitment including eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualifications, reservation rules, counselling process, application fees, required documents, and the complete step-by-step application procedure.

Overview of Bihar Senior Resident/Tutor Recruitment 2025

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Details – Senior Resident / Tutor 2025 (Bihar Health Department)

Estimated Gross / In-Hand Salary

While the official notification doesn’t appear to give the full breakdown of gross/hands-in salary including allowances, with basic ₹53,100 one can estimate:

Tenure Nature of the Posts

The appointment of Senior Resident/Tutor will be on a tenure basis for three years only.

• These posts are not permanent in nature.
• Candidates who are already working as medical teachers on tenure posts elsewhere will not be allowed unless released properly from their previous tenure appointment.
• As per Health Department order number 91(17) dated 27.01.2023, those already serving as tenure appointees in medical colleges must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their parent department before reapplying.

Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must have completed a Postgraduate degree (MD/MS/DNB) in the concerned specialty from a recognized university/institute.
• For Tutor posts, candidates must possess a minimum MBBS degree in the relevant subject.
• Those with additional or dual postgraduate degrees in multiple subjects can apply for more than one specialty, but separate applications must be submitted for each subject.
• Degrees should be recognized by the National Medical Commission (NMC)/Medical Council of India (MCI).
• Candidates who obtained their PG degree from outside Bihar but from a recognized institution will also be considered.

2. Age Limit (as of 1st August 2025)

The maximum permissible age limits for different categories are as follows:

• Unreserved (Male): 37 years
• Backward Class (BC) & Extremely Backward Class (EBC) (Male/Female): 40 years
• Unreserved (Female): 40 years
• Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Male/Female): 42 years

Additional Relaxations:

• Candidates from the Bihar Health Service Cadre are eligible for up to 15 years of relaxation beyond the prescribed maximum age limit.
• Persons with Disabilities (PwD) may avail 10 years relaxation in the maximum age limit.

Reservation Policy

• Reservation will be applicable as per the Bihar Government reservation rules.
• Only candidates who are permanent residents of Bihar will be entitled to avail of reservation benefits.
• Candidates must upload valid certificates such as Caste Certificate, Non-Creamy Layer Certificate, EWS Certificate, Residential Certificate, etc., issued by competent authorities.
• Failure to produce the required reservation certificate will result in the candidate being treated as a general category applicant.

Application Process

The entire application process is online and involves multiple steps. Below is the complete guide:

Step 1 – Registration

• Visit the official website.
• Click on the link “Online Portal of Senior Resident/Tutor under Health Dept.”
• Select “Apply for Senior Resident/Tutor” and proceed to registration.
• Enter valid personal details including Email ID and Mobile Number (must be yours or that of a parent).
• Verification codes will be sent to your mobile and email for confirmation.
• Once verified, you will receive a Registration Number and Password on your registered email/mobile.

Step 2 – Fill Application Form

• Login using Registration Number and Password.
• Select the Department/Subject for which you are applying.
• Enter personal details, contact details, and educational qualifications.
• Upload a recent passport-size photograph and signature as per the given specifications.

Step 3 – Application Preview & Submission

• Review all entered details carefully.
• If required, use the “Back to Edit” option to make corrections.
• Once satisfied, click on “Final Submit & Proceed to Payment.”

Step 4 – Payment of Counselling Fee

• Pay the counselling fee of ₹2250/- through Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
• Note that transaction charges are extra and non-refundable.
• If a transaction fails but the amount is deducted, candidates must re-pay the fee. The failed transaction amount will be refunded later.

Step 5 – Download Confirmation Page

• After successful fee payment, download and print the Confirmation Page and Fee Receipt.
• Keep these safely for document verification and counselling.

Documents Required (to be produced during counselling/document verification)

Candidates must carry the originals and one set of self-attested photocopies of the following:

1. Admit Card, Marksheets, and Passing Certificates of Matriculation (10th).
2. MBBS Marksheets (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Professional exams).
3. MBBS Passing Certificate.
4. MBBS Attempt Certificate.
5. Postgraduate Degree (MD/MS/DNB/M.Sc/DM/M.Ch) Marksheets & Certificates.
6. Permanent Medical Registration Certificate.
7. Experience Certificate (if applicable).
8. No Objection Certificate (for candidates in service).
9. Caste Certificate (for reserved category candidates).
10. Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (for BC/EBC candidates).
11. Residential Certificate (issued by Bihar authority).
12. Four recent passport-size photographs (same as uploaded in application).
13. Disability Certificate (for PwD candidates).
14. EWS Certificate (for applicable candidates).
15. Freedom Fighter Quota Certificate (if applicable).
16. Verification Slip downloaded from BCECEB website.
17. Printed copy of Online Application (Confirmation Page).

Application Fee

• Counselling Fee: ₹2250/- (for all categories including UR/EWS/BC/EBC/SC/ST/PwD).
• Mode of Payment: Online only (Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking/UPI).
• The fee once paid is non-refundable.

Important Dates

Selection Process

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on merit prepared from their academic qualifications (MBBS + PG).
• Reservation policies will be applied as per the rules of the Government of Bihar.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification and counselling.
• Final selection will be based on document verification and eligibility criteria.

Key Points to Note

• Only online applications will be accepted; no hard copy is required to be sent to the Board.
• Once the application form is submitted, it cannot be withdrawn or modified beyond the editing window.
• Candidates must complete all steps before the deadline, as the Board will not be responsible for internet/banking failures.
• Original documents must be produced during counselling, failing which the candidature will be rejected.
• Candidates applying under reservation must ensure valid certificates are submitted, otherwise they will be considered under the general category.

Why Apply for Bihar Senior Resident/Tutor Posts?

This recruitment provides a golden opportunity for medical professionals to:

• Gain valuable teaching and clinical experience in reputed government medical colleges.
• Strengthen their career in medical academia and healthcare services.
• Serve the people of Bihar while working under structured tenure-based appointments.
• Be part of a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.