Central Jail Hospital, Tihar has issued a fresh recruitment notice dated 21 October 2026 for 20 Resident Doctor vacancies in Delhi Prisons. The drive covers 7 Senior Resident posts and 13 Junior Resident (MBBS) posts, with applications accepted by Speed Post or by hand until 29 October 2026. Senior Resident interviews are scheduled for 2 November 2026, while Junior Resident interviews will be held on 3 November 2026 at the Prison Headquarters in Janak Puri, New Delhi. These are ad-hoc appointments, initially for 44 days or until candidates selected through the centralized recruitment process join, whichever is earlier, with extension possible under the conditions stated by the Delhi Government. At a basic eligibility level, Senior Resident applicants need the relevant postgraduate medical degree or diploma, while Junior Resident applicants need MBBS with the required internship completion. The notified pay is Level 11 for Senior Residents and Level 10 for Junior Residents, plus admissible allowances. Selected doctors may be posted at Central Jail facilities in Tihar, Rohini, Mandoli or Lampur Detention Centre. Candidates should use the official five-page notification and its application proforma, prepare their Delhi Medical Council and qualification records carefully, and submit the complete offline application before the closing date.
Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Central Jail Hospital, Tihar, Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
| Notice No. | F.5(4)/RMO/CJH/TIHAR/2026/4013 |
| Notice date | 21 October 2026 |
| Total vacancies | 20 |
| Senior Residents | 7 |
| Junior Residents (MBBS) | 13 |
| Employment nature | Ad-hoc / temporary |
| Application mode | Speed Post or by hand |
| Last date | 29 October 2026 |
| Senior Resident interview | 2 November 2026 |
| Junior Resident interview | 3 November 2026 |
| Posting | Central Jails at Tihar, Rohini, Mandoli or Lampur Detention Centre |
Vacancy Details
Senior Residents
| Specialty | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Medicine | 3 |
| Orthopedics | 1 |
| Psychiatry | 1 |
| Ophthalmology | 1 |
| Pathology | 1 |
| Total Senior Residents | 7 |
Junior Residents
| Post | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Junior Resident (MBBS) | 13 |
Total recruitment vacancies: 20. The notification states that the number of vacancies may vary at any stage.
Basic Qualification
For Senior Resident, candidates need the relevant postgraduate medical degree such as MD/MS/DNB or diploma in the concerned specialty.
For Junior Resident (MBBS), candidates need MBBS with one year of internship.
A valid Delhi Medical Council registration is required under the recruitment conditions. Candidates with a valid DMC acknowledgement receipt may attend the interview, but selected candidates must hold valid registration at the time of joining.
Age Limit
| Post | Upper age limit |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident | 45 years |
| Junior Resident (General/EWS) | 30 years |
Age is calculated as on 29 October 2026. The notification provides applicable relaxation for SC/ST, OBC (Delhi only) and qualified ex-servicemen.
Check your age on the closing date with the Regal Naukri Age Calculator.
Pay Scale
| Post | Pay |
|---|---|
| Senior Resident | Pay Matrix Level 11: ₹67,700–₹2,08,700 plus admissible allowances |
| Junior Resident | Pay Level 10: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500 plus usual allowances |
Because the two post families use different pay levels, no single combined salary is forced into the Jobs Manager salary fields.
Appointment Terms
The appointments are ad-hoc, initially for 44 days or until Senior/Junior Residents selected through the Centralized Recruitment Committee join, whichever is earlier.
If centralized selection has not taken place, the ad-hoc tenure may be extended in 44-day blocks subject to the notice conditions, up to the stated maximum service period.
Application Fee
There is no fee for appearing in the interview.
Selection Process
Selection is through interview after eligibility and document verification.
| Post | Interview date | Reporting time |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Resident | 2 November 2026 | 10:00 AM–11:00 AM |
| Junior Resident (MBBS) | 3 November 2026 | 10:00 AM–11:00 AM |
Candidates reporting after 11:00 AM will not be admitted for the interview.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notice issued | 21 October 2026 |
| Last date for application | 29 October 2026 |
| Senior Resident interview | 2 November 2026 |
| Junior Resident interview | 3 November 2026 |
Hand-delivered applications are accepted between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.
How to Apply for Central Jail Hospital Tihar Recruitment 2026
- Download and read the official Delhi Government recruitment notification.
- Use the application proforma included in the official notice.
- Confirm your basic eligibility with the Regal Naukri Eligibility Pre-check.
- Check your age on 29 October 2026 with the Age Calculator.
- Prepare your MBBS/PG, internship, DMC, category and identity records using the Government Job Document Checklist.
- Fill the form, affix the photograph and attach the required supporting documents.
- Submit the application by Speed Post or by hand to the R&I Section, Prison Head Quarter, Near Lajwanti Garden Chowk, Janak Puri, New Delhi-110058.
- Ensure the complete application reaches the office by 29 October 2026.
- If shortlisted/eligible, report for the relevant interview between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM on the scheduled date with original documents.
- Review the How to Apply for Government Jobs in India guide before submitting the final application.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Date-of-birth / Class 10 certificate | Age verification |
| DMC registration / valid acknowledgement | Medical registration |
| MBBS degree | Essential qualification |
| Internship completion certificate | Junior Resident eligibility |
| PG degree / diploma | Senior Resident eligibility |
| FMGE pass certificate, where applicable | Foreign medical graduate eligibility |
| Experience certificate, if applicable | Senior Resident fallback / experience proof |
| Category / PwBD / relaxation certificate | Reservation / relaxation |
| Aadhaar card | Identity verification |
| Original certificates | Interview verification |
Important Candidate Notes
Junior Resident candidates who completed internship in India must satisfy the internship-recency rule stated in the notification. Foreign medical graduates are governed by the FMGE condition in the official notice.
Only Delhi OBC candidates receive the notified OBC age relaxation, subject to the required current Non-Creamy Layer certificate. Candidates should read the official PDF carefully before travelling for interview.
The selected doctors may be posted at any Central Jail of Delhi at Tihar, Rohini, Mandoli or Lampur Detention Centre.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Official notification and application proforma | Delhi Government CJH Tihar Recruitment PDF |
| Delhi Prisons official website | Central Jail, Govt. of NCT of Delhi |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many vacancies are available?
There are 20 vacancies: 7 Senior Residents and 13 Junior Residents (MBBS).
What is the last date to apply?
The application must reach the Prison Headquarters by 29 October 2026.
What is the basic qualification for Senior Resident?
A relevant MD/MS/DNB or postgraduate diploma in the concerned specialty is the basic requirement.
What is the basic qualification for Junior Resident?
Candidates need MBBS with one year of internship, subject to the internship conditions in the official notice.
What is the age limit?
The upper age is 45 years for Senior Residents and 30 years for Junior Residents in the General/EWS category, as on 29 October 2026.
What is the salary?
Senior Residents are in Pay Level 11, while Junior Residents are in Pay Level 10, with applicable allowances.
Is there an application fee?
No fee is charged for appearing in the interview.
How will candidates be selected?
Selection is through interview, with Senior Resident interviews on 2 November and Junior Resident interviews on 3 November 2026.