Junior Resident (Govt.Job at GMCH, Chandigarh)

Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH)
Full Time • Contract
₹56,100 per month
Chandigarh
Posted 10h ago

Junior Resident (Govt.Job at GMCH, Chandigarh)

Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH)

Job description

GMCH Chandigarh is hiring Junior Residents for MBBS and BDS graduates, offering a great first career step in a leading government teaching hospital.

Company Description  

Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh, is a well-known government teaching hospital in Sector 32. It provides care to patients from Chandigarh and nearby states. The hospital has many specialty departments to treat health problems. Medical education and research are part of GMCH. The hospital follows public service rules. Discipline and teamwork are encouraged among doctors and staff.

Job Summary  

This role is for a Junior Resident at GMCH Chandigarh, open to MBBS and BDS graduates. The tenure is 1 year and starts on 1 January 2027. The person will support patient care in hospital departments under senior doctors. The pay starts at ₹56,100 per month plus allowances. The upper age limit is 30 years, with relaxation for OBC and SC candidates. The no. of posts for the junior resident is 27.

 Key Responsibilities 

  • Examine patients, take their history, and help plan treatment under senior doctors.

  • Support care in outpatient clinics, wards, and emergency areas as assigned.

  • Keep clear and correct patient records and case notes.

  • Take part in ward rounds, case talks, and teaching sessions.

  • Work closely with senior residents, consultants, nurses, and lab staff.

  • Follow hospital rules, medical ethics, and government service rules.

  • Support patient safety and infection control work.

  • Carry out other duties given by the department head or hospital management.

Educational Qualification 

  • An MBBS or BDS degree is required, along with registration with the State Medical Council or the Medical Council of India.

  • Candidates who have finished, or will finish, their one-year rotating internship by 31 December 2026 can apply.

  • Candidates who have already done one year of junior residency are not eligible.

Skills Required 

  • Possession of good clinical knowledge acquired during the course of the MBBS or BDS program.

  • Ability to communicate with patients and their families in a clear and caring manner.

  • Work effectively in a team comprising doctors, nursing staff, and all other personnel.

  • Keep accurate records and show attention to detail in doing the job.

  • Willingness to acquire new knowledge and follow the lead of senior medical professionals.

  • Ability to remain composed and perform well in an active healthcare setting.

  • Commitment to the code of medical ethics and the confidentiality of patients.

Salary Structure 

The starting basic pay is ₹56,100 per month, as per Level 10 of the 7th CPC pay matrix.

Career Development 

This job offers experience at a fast-paced government hospital where teaching happens. You will work in different areas of medicine. This can get you ready for advanced studies after college. It can also help you reach positions in the field of medical care.

 How to Apply 

  • Visit our job portal and search for the Junior Resident role at GMCH Chandigarh.

  • Go to www.gmch.gov.in and click the Vacancies link.

  • Fill in the online application form with a valid personal email ID that stays active during the whole process.

  • Upload your scanned photograph in JPEG format, not more than 15 KB in size.

  • Upload your certificates. These include your MBBS or BDS degree. Also include your registration. Include mark sheets from all exams. Include the matriculation certificate for your date of birth. Include the internship completion certificate. Also include any caste certificate.

  • Submit the form. The form shows your registration number or application ID.

  • Apply before 28 October 2026 at 4:00 PM.

Employment Type: Full Time • Contract
Industry: Healthcare
Role Category: Doctors
Application: External (Company Site)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Key Skills

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