The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, one of India’s most prestigious medical institutions, has announced a significant recruitment drive for faculty positions across various departments and specialties. This recruitment offers a golden opportunity for highly qualified medical professionals and nursing educators to join one of the country’s top healthcare and research centers. AIIMS New Delhi is inviting applications for 63 faculty posts, including Assistant Professors in multiple disciplines and Associate Professor (College of Nursing). The recruitment will be made through direct recruitment, and online applications are set to open soon.
Important Dates
- Opening of Online Application: 16 October 2025
- Closing of Online Application: 14 November 2025 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Interview Schedule Announcement: To be notified later on the official website (approximately two weeks before the interview date)
Candidates are advised to complete their application well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues. Applications will be accepted only through online mode, and no hard copies or physical submissions will be accepted.
Total Number of Vacancies
Total Faculty Vacancies: 63
Category-wise distribution:
- SC: 09 posts
- ST: 02 posts
- OBC: 16 posts
- UR: 28 posts
- EWS: 08 posts
These include various Assistant Professor posts in medical specialties and one post of Associate Professor (College of Nursing).
List of Available Posts
Assistant Professor in the following specialties:
- Anesthesiology / Onco-Anesthesiology
- Main Department and Surgical Block
- Onco-Anesthesiology at NCI, Jhajjar
- Emergency Medicine (JPNATC and NCI, Jhajjar)
- Geriatric Medicine (Main)
- Hemato-Pathology (Hematology)
- Hospital Administration
- Laboratory Oncology, NCI Jhajjar
- Medical Oncology, NCI Jhajjar
- Microbiology / Ocular Microbiology
- Neurosurgery (Main and NCI Jhajjar)
- Nuclear Medicine, NCI Jhajjar
- Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
- Palliative Medicine, NCI Jhajjar
- Pathology / Neuropathology
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PwBD)
- Preventive Oncology, NCI Jhajjar
- Radiation Oncology, NCI Jhajjar
- Radiology (Main, Surgical Block, and NCI Jhajjar)
- Surgical Oncology, NCI Jhajjar
- Transfusion Medicine, NCI Jhajjar
- Transplant Immunology & Immunogenetics
- Associate Professor (College of Nursing)
Nature of Appointment
All posts are on a regular basis through direct recruitment. The selection will be based on a screening process followed by an interview conducted by the Standing Selection Committee at AIIMS New Delhi.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualifications
For all medical faculty positions, the essential qualification includes:
- A medical qualification included in Schedule I & II or Part II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.
(Candidates with qualifications in Part II must also meet the requirements of Section 13(3) of the Act.) - A postgraduate qualification in the concerned specialty such as MD/MS/DNB or DM/MCh as applicable, or a recognized equivalent qualification.
For the Associate Professor (College of Nursing):
- A Master’s Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution or university.
- Must be a Registered Nurse and Midwife.
- Five years of experience, including at least two years of teaching experience in Nursing.
2. Experience Requirement
Experience varies according to the post and specialty, but as a general rule:
- For Assistant Professor (Medical Specialties):
At least three years of teaching and/or research experience in the concerned specialty after obtaining the qualifying postgraduate degree (MD/MS). - For Super-Specialties (DM/MCh):
One year of experience is required after the DM/MCh qualification if it is a two- or five-year course.
No additional experience is required for candidates with a three- or six-year DM/MCh degree.
3. Experience for Non-Medical Candidates
For non-medical faculty positions (for example, Transplant Immunology & Immunogenetics):
- A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (Anatomy, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Immunology, Genetics, etc.), followed by a Doctorate degree.
- At least three years of teaching/research experience after obtaining the PhD.
4. Age Limit
The upper age limit for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor posts is 50 years as of the last date of online application (14 November 2025).
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 years
- OBC: 3 years
- PwBD: 10 years (additional relaxations as per category)
- Government servants: As per rules
Application Process
Mode of Application
- Applications must be submitted only through online mode via the AIIMS recruitment portal.
- No hard copies, printed forms, or physical documents are to be sent to the Institute.
- Applicants must retain a copy of the registration slip and fee payment receipt for their records.
Selection of Preferences
If multiple sub-specialties or locations exist under the same post code (for example, Anesthesiology in Main Department and Onco-Anesthesiology in NCI Jhajjar), candidates must indicate their order of preference while filling out the online form.
Failure to indicate a preference will result in exclusion from those sub-specialties.
Documents Required
Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of the following:
- Proof of educational qualifications (degrees, certificates)
- Proof of teaching and research experience
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate from current employer (if employed)
- Other supporting documents relevant to eligibility claims
Candidates are advised to ensure that all uploaded documents are valid and legible, as incomplete or invalid documentation may result in rejection.
Application Fee
- General/OBC/EWS Candidates: ₹3000/-
- SC/ST Candidates: ₹1500/-
- PwBD Candidates: Exempted from payment of fees
Fees once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances. The application fee is applicable even if an EWS candidate later competes under the Unreserved category due to non-availability of EWS seats.
Selection Procedure
The selection process will consist of two stages:
Stage 1 – Screening of Applications
- All applications fulfilling the basic eligibility criteria will be screened for completeness, correctness, and fulfillment of essential qualifications and experience.
- Applications that meet the requirements will move to Stage 2.
Stage 2 – Shortlisting Based on Objective Criteria
- AIIMS will apply objective evaluation parameters to assess academic achievements, teaching/research experience, publications, honors, and professional contributions.
- Only the top 10 candidates per post (or multiples of ten depending on vacancies) will be shortlisted for interview based on their total score.
- In case of a tie in scores, all candidates with the same score will be shortlisted, even if this exceeds the limit.
Interview
- Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview conducted by the Standing Selection Committee.
- The final merit list will be prepared based on performance in the interview.
- The schedule and venue of interviews will be announced on the AIIMS website, and candidates will also be notified via email and SMS.
- No separate physical letters will be issued.
Reservation and Relaxations
AIIMS New Delhi follows the Government of India reservation policy for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates.
- 4% of the total posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in accordance with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
- Candidates applying under reserved categories must upload valid certificates in the prescribed format.
- If suitable candidates are not available in the EWS category, EWS posts will be filled as Unreserved (UR) posts for that recruitment cycle.
Salary Structure
The pay scale for the faculty posts is as per the 7th Central Pay Commission recommendations.
Assistant Professor
- Pay Matrix Level: Level 12 (Rs. 101,500 – Rs. 167,400) plus usual allowances (NPA for medically qualified candidates)
- Gross monthly salary: Approximately Rs. 1,20,000 to Rs. 1,50,000 depending on allowances, location, and experience.
Associate Professor (College of Nursing)
- Pay Matrix Level: Level 12 (Rs. 101,500 – Rs. 167,400) plus allowances applicable to nursing faculty.
Additional benefits include DA, HRA, TA, academic allowances, pension, and medical facilities as per institute rules.
Key Instructions for Candidates
- Candidates should ensure they meet all eligibility requirements regarding qualifications and experience as on 14 November 2025.
- All qualifications and experience must be from institutions recognized by NMC/MCI/DCI/INC/UGC or equivalent authorities.
- Candidates currently employed in government or autonomous organizations must produce a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
- AIIMS reserves the right to amend, cancel, or modify the advertisement and the number of posts depending on the institutional needs.
- Only one application should be submitted per post code. Multiple applications under the same post code will be rejected.
- Candidates can, however, apply for more than one post code if eligible.
- All correspondence will be through email, SMS, or the applicant’s online “MyPage” portal.
- Canvassing or attempts to influence the selection process will lead to disqualification.
How to Apply
- Visit the official AIIMS online recruitment portal (accessible through the AIIMS Examination website).
- Register as a new user and obtain a unique login ID.
- Fill out the online application form carefully — including educational details, experience, and preference of sub-codes.
- Upload scanned copies of all required certificates and documents.
- Pay the application fee online using debit/credit card or net banking.
- Review and submit the application before the closing date.
- Download and save the final registration slip and fee payment proof for your records.
Note: No requests for correction or modification of the submitted application will be entertained after submission.
Shortlisting and Interview Process
AIIMS uses a well-defined objective scoring system for shortlisting. Candidates will be scored based on:
- Academic performance and postgraduate qualifications
- Teaching and research experience
- Publications in indexed journals
- Awards, distinctions, and professional achievements
- Contributions to institutional development
The top-scoring candidates (up to ten times the number of vacancies) will be called for interview. The final selection will be based on merit and interview performance, as evaluated by the Standing Selection Committee.
