AIIMS New Delhi Recruitment 2025 – Assistant Professor (Faculty-Group A) on Contract

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, a premier autonomous institution established by an Act of Parliament and recognized as an Institute of National Importance, invites online applications from eligible Indian citizens, and other citizens as permissible under the applicable laws, for the post of Assistant Professor (Faculty-Group A) on a contractual basis.

The engagement is initially for one year or until such time as alternate arrangements are made, whichever is earlier. These posts are located at AIIMS New Delhi and NCI, Jhajjar. Candidates must meet all eligibility criteria, including age, educational qualifications, and experience as per the cut-off date for submission of online applications.

Important Dates

• Opening Date for Online Application: 04.10.2025
• Closing Date for Online Application: 18.10.2025 (5:00 PM)

Age Limit

• The cut-off date for determining eligibility in terms of age is the last date of online application submission, i.e., 18.10.2025.
• Maximum age: As per AIIMS/GoI rules (typically 50 years for UR candidates; relaxations for reserved categories apply as per Government of India norms).
• Age relaxations are generally applicable for:
  • SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates
  • PwBD candidates
  • Government employees / in-service candidates (if applicable)

Exact age relaxation limits for each category will follow Government of India guidelines.

Salary / Pay

• The posts are Assistant Professor (Faculty-Group A) – Contractual.
• Remuneration is as per AIIMS / Government of India rules for contractual faculty.
• AConsolidated Remuneration: Assistant Professor – Rs.1,42,506/- per month.
  • Educational qualifications (MD/MS/DM/MCh/MDS)
  • Relevant teaching/research experience
  • Specialty of the post
• Contractual posts may also include allowances as per AIIMS regulations, but no permanent benefits like pension or seniority accrual unless converted to regular posts.

Vacancy Details

AIIMS New Delhi is inviting applications for various disciplines of medical and non-medical streams under the Assistant Professor (Faculty-Group A) category. A total of 26 posts are available across multiple specialties, including reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) as per Government of India guidelines.

Total Vacancy= 26

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications & Experience

The essential qualifications and required experience vary based on the specialty. Candidates must have medical qualifications included in Schedule I & II or Part II of the Third Schedule of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, along with postgraduate qualifications (MD/MS/D.M./M.Ch./MDS) relevant to their department.

For example:

1. Forensic Medicine
   • MD in Forensic Medicine or equivalent.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience in a recognized institution after obtaining MD.
2. Pathology / Cyto-Pathology
   • MD in Pathology or equivalent.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience in recognized institutions.
3. Psychiatry
   • MD in Psychiatry or equivalent.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience.
4. Otorhinolaryngology (ENT)
   • MS in ENT or equivalent.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience.
5. Neurology / Urology / Nephrology
   • DM/M.Ch in respective specialties (2, 3, 5, or 6-year recognized courses).
   • 1 year teaching/research experience (not required if candidate has 3/6-year recognized degree).
6. Community Medicine
   • MD in Community Medicine/Preventive & Social Medicine.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience; for candidates with dual MD, half experience should be in Community Medicine.
7. Dermatology & Venereology / Pharmacology / Medicine / Prosthodontics & Crown Bridge / Anesthesiology
   • MD, MDS, or equivalent recognized qualification.
   • 3 years teaching/research experience in a recognized institution.

Candidates must have completed all essential qualifications and required experience before the last date of online application submission.

Application Fee

• A separate application must be submitted for each post code.
• Fees are non-refundable, and candidates are advised to check eligibility before applying.
• Reserved category candidates applying for EWS posts will not get fee reimbursement.

Selection Process

The selection process consists of objective screening followed by an interview:

1. Screening Process

• Applicable if the number of applications exceeds 10 for a post.
• Based on objective criteria, candidates are scored in three sections:

Medical Stream:

• Academic & Professional Achievements: 10 marks
• Research & Publications: 35 marks
• Teaching & Presentations: 30 marks
• Total: 75 marks

Non-Medical Stream:

• Academic & Professional Achievements: 10 marks
• Research & Publications: 35 marks
• Teaching & Presentations: 30 marks
• Total: 75 marks

Shortlisting:

• Candidates are ranked by total score; top 10 (or more in case of tie) are shortlisted for interview.

2. Interview

• Final selection is based on the performance during the interview.
• Candidates must attend interviews at AIIMS New Delhi as per the schedule uploaded on the official website.
• Any changes due to unforeseen circumstances will also be notified on the AIIMS portal.

Documents Required

Candidates must upload supporting documents at the time of online application:

• Educational Certificates (MBBS, MD/MS, DM/MCh/MDS, PhD)
• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS as applicable)
• Experience Certificates
• NOC from Employer (if applicable)
• Publications, Patents, Fellowships, and Awards

Important: No additional time will be granted to obtain certificates. Failure to submit the required documents may lead to cancellation of candidature.

Pay Scale / Salary

• Assistant Professor (Contractual) posts are in Faculty Group-A, with pay as per AIIMS rules.
• The monthly remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, aligned with Government of India norms for medical faculty.
• Additional allowances may be applicable as per AIIMS regulations.

Reservation Policy

• SC/ST/OBC/EWS: Posts are reserved as per Government norms.
• PwBD: 4% of posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
• EWS posts: Unfilled EWS posts may be converted to UR if no eligible candidate is found.
• Candidates can apply under multiple categories if they meet eligibility criteria.

Important Instructions

1. Candidates must ensure eligibility for the post applied. Applications submitted by ineligible candidates will be rejected.
2. No corrections are allowed after submission. Verify all entries carefully.
3. All communication will be done via MyPage, Email, and SMS; no physical letters will be sent.
4. Candidates must keep copies of registration slips and payment proofs.
5. Applications not completed by the deadline will be rejected.
6. Candidates applying for posts under any category must meet age, educational, and experience criteria for that category.

Objective Screening – Highlights

• Academic achievements: School scholarships, international fellowships, and Armed Forces service.
• Research and publications: Indexed journal papers, thesis publications, h-index, book chapters, patents, and funded projects.
• Teaching and presentations: Oral and poster presentations at national/international conferences, NMC courses, and advanced research methodology programs.

Detailed scoring guidelines are provided in Annexure-A of the notification.

How to Apply

1. Visit the official AIIMS exam porta.
2. Fill the online application form for the specific post code.
3. Upload all required documents and certificates.
4. Pay the application fee online.
5. Keep a copy of registration slip and payment receipt for records.

Key Takeaways

• AIIMS New Delhi offers an excellent platform for career growth in academics and research.
• Contractual Assistant Professors will gain exposure to cutting-edge medical education and research in a nationally recognized institution.
• Multiple posts are available across high-demand medical specialties.
• Transparent screening and selection process ensures merit-based recruitment.
• Candidates are advised to frequently check the AIIMS website for updates regarding interview dates and notifications.