NHM Assam Recruitment 2026

Apply Online for 492 Registrar, Demonstrator and Resident Physician Posts

Introduction

The Medical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam has opened online applications under NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 for 492 faculty posts of Registrar, Demonstrator and Resident Physician in Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals across the state. These posts fall under the Medical Education & Research Department, Government of Assam, and span 34 specialised departments, from Anatomy and Anaesthesiology to Radiology, Surgery and Community Medicine.

This recruitment matters because it directly strengthens the teaching and clinical staff of Assam’s government medical colleges at a time when the state is expanding its medical education infrastructure. For postgraduate doctors holding an MD, MS, DNB or MDS qualification, NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 offers a stable government faculty role with a respectable pay scale, long-term career growth, and the opportunity to contribute to medical education in the region.

Doctors who are already working under Rule 17A of the MHRB Regulations, or on contractual engagement (including post-PG contractual engagement) under the Medical Education & Research Department, will receive additional weightage in this recruitment. Serving doctors under DME, DHS, NHM Assam or other government agencies can also apply without needing a separate No Objection Certificate.

In this article, we cover everything a candidate needs before applying under NHM Assam Recruitment 2026: department-wise vacancy breakup, eligibility criteria for each specialty, age limit, salary structure, selection process, application fee, required documents, a step-by-step application guide, common mistakes to avoid, and answers to frequently asked questions. Reading through each section carefully before you begin your application will help you avoid rejection due to incomplete forms or missed eligibility conditions.

Recruitment Overview

About the Organization

The Medical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam functions under the Medical Education & Research Department, Government of Assam, and is responsible for recruiting faculty and staff for the state’s government medical colleges and hospitals. Headquartered at the Ground Floor, O/o the DME, Six Mile, Khanapara, Guwahati, MHRB conducts recruitment for teaching posts such as Registrar, Demonstrator, Assistant Professor and Resident Physician across specialised medical departments. Through NHM Assam Recruitment 2026, the Board aims to fill 492 faculty vacancies to support the growing academic and clinical needs of Assam’s medical colleges, ensuring that departments ranging from Anatomy to Radiotherapy have adequately qualified teaching staff.

Vacancy Details (Department-wise)

Note: The number of vacancies may vary due to administrative exigencies at the time of final recruitment.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates applying under NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification prescribed for their chosen department, along with Indian citizenship and valid medical registration.

Broad Speciality departments: A postgraduate qualification (MD / MS / DNB / MDS) in the concerned subject from an institution recognised by the National Medical Commission (NMC), National Board of Examinations (NBE) or Dental Council of India. This applies to Anaesthesiology, Dentistry, Dermatology, ENT, Emergency Medicine, FSM, Medicine, Microbiology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, O&G, Pharmacology, Pathology, Psychiatry, Paediatrics, PM&R, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, SPM (Community Medicine), TB & Chest and Nuclear Medicine.

Subject-specific requirements:

• Anatomy: MS (Anatomy) or M.Sc (Medical Anatomy) with a Ph.D in Medical Anatomy.
• Biochemistry: MD (Biochemistry) or M.Sc (Medical Biochemistry) with a Ph.D in Medical Biochemistry.
• Physiology: MD (Physiology) or M.Sc (Medical Physiology) with a Ph.D in Medical Physiology.

Super Specialty departments:

• Medical Super Specialty (Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Medical Oncology): MD or DNB in General Medicine.
• Surgical Super Specialty (Plastic Surgery, CTVS, Neuro-Surgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery): MS or DNB in General Surgery.
• Candidates holding a DM, M.Ch or DNB in the concerned super specialty subject will be given preference and weightage.

Candidates are strongly advised to match their exact postgraduate qualification against the department they intend to apply for, since a mismatch in specialisation is one of the most common reasons for application rejection.

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 21 years
• Maximum Age: 45 years
• As on: 1 January 2026, irrespective of category

Age Relaxation: Persons with Disabilities (PWD) get a 10-year relaxation in the upper age limit, irrespective of SC/ST/OBC or General category.

Salary

Selected candidates under NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 will draw a pay scale of ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 per month under Academic Level 10, in addition to allowances admissible under existing government rules, such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and other applicable benefits. The exact in-hand salary will depend on the applicable allowances at the time of joining and will be communicated through the official appointment order.

Selection Process

The official notification states that the selection procedure will be notified later through a separate Notice, and the Board will decide the process based on the number of applications received for each post. Based on past MHRB recruitment cycles for similar faculty posts, the process is generally expected to include:

• Screening of Applications: Verification of educational qualification and eligibility against the applied department.
• Document Verification: Original testimonials for qualification, date of birth, caste, PWD certificate, treasury challan and experience are checked at the interview stage.
• Interview/Selection: Based on qualification, experience and weightage criteria (such as service under Rule 17A or contractual engagement).

Candidates should keep monitoring the official website for the specific selection procedure notice once it is released.

Important Dates

Application Fee

The fee must be paid only through a Treasury Challan under the head “0210-Medical and Public Health-01-Urban Health Services-800-Other Receipt,” or online via the Government Receipt Accounting System (GRAS). The fee is non-refundable, and a printed copy of the challan must be submitted at the time of document scrutiny.

Required Documents

• Postgraduate qualification certificate (MD/MS/DNB/MDS) relevant to the applied department
• Medical registration certificate (Assam Council of Medical Registration / MCI / NMC)
• Date of birth proof
• Caste/category certificate, where applicable
• PWD certificate, if claiming disability relaxation
• Treasury Challan or GRAS payment receipt
• Experience certificate, where claiming weightage under Rule 17A or contractual engagement
• Recent passport-size photograph and signature in the prescribed format

How to Apply for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026

1. Visit the official website at nhm.assam.gov.in.
2. Go to the Recruitment section and select the National Health Mission, Assam link.
3. Register using your mobile number to create a login password, if you are a new user.
4. Log in with your registered mobile number and password.
5. Select the department and post you wish to apply for from the list of 34 departments.
6. Fill in your personal, educational and professional details carefully.
7. Upload your photograph and signature in the prescribed format.
8. Pay the applicable application fee through Treasury Challan or online via GRAS.
9. Recheck every entry in the form, since no changes are allowed once submitted.
10. Submit the form and keep a printout of the confirmation for future reference.

Common Mistakes While Applying

• Selecting the wrong department or post that does not match your postgraduate qualification
• Uploading a photograph or signature that does not meet the prescribed format
• Choosing the wrong category, which can affect fee calculation and reservation benefits
• Making a fee payment through a mode other than Treasury Challan or GRAS
• Submitting the form with incomplete details, since incomplete applications are rejected summarily
• Not keeping a copy of the Treasury Challan, which is required at document verification
• Waiting until the last day to apply, risking last-minute technical or payment issues

Who Should Apply?

• Postgraduate doctors (MD/MS/DNB/MDS) looking for a stable government faculty position
• Doctors currently working on contractual engagement under the Medical Education & Research Department, since they receive weightage
• Doctors serving under DME, DHS or NHM Assam who wish to move into a regular faculty role
• Super specialists (DM/M.Ch/DNB holders) in Cardiology, Neurology, Nephrology, Plastic Surgery, CTVS, Neuro-Surgery, Urology and Paediatric Surgery, who receive additional preference
• Candidates within the 21–45 year age bracket who meet the department-specific qualification requirements

Why This Recruitment is Important

NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 offers postgraduate doctors a government faculty role with long-term stability, a defined pay scale under Academic Level 10, and the opportunity to contribute to teaching and clinical care in Assam’s government medical colleges. For doctors already engaged on contractual terms, it also offers a pathway to regularisation with weightage for prior service. With 492 posts spread across 34 departments, this is one of the larger medical faculty recruitment drives conducted by MHRB in recent years.

Preparation Tips

• Keep scanned copies of your postgraduate degree, registration certificate and experience letters ready in the prescribed format before starting the form.
• Cross-check the department-specific qualification requirement carefully, especially for Anatomy, Biochemistry and Physiology, which require an additional Ph.D.
• If you are eligible for weightage under Rule 17A or contractual engagement, keep the relevant service certificates organised for the interview stage.
• Complete the Treasury Challan or GRAS payment a day in advance to avoid last-minute payment failures.
• Apply well before 28 July 2026 to avoid server load or technical issues closer to the deadline.

Important Links

• Apply Online / Official Website: nhm.assam.gov.in
• Application Portal: mhrbassam.com
• Fee Payment (GRAS): assamegras.gov.in

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many posts are there in NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
There are 492 posts of Registrar, Demonstrator and Resident Physician spread across 34 departments in Government Medical Colleges and Hospitals of Assam.

2. What is the last date to apply for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
The online application window opened on 16 July 2026, and the last date to apply is 28 July 2026.

3. What is the educational qualification required for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
A postgraduate medical qualification (MD, MS, DNB or MDS) in the concerned subject is required. Anatomy, Biochemistry and Physiology need the specified degree with a Ph.D, while super specialty departments need MD, MS or DNB in General Medicine or General Surgery.

4. What is the application fee for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
The fee is ₹250 for the General category and ₹150 for OBC, MOBC, SC, ST(P) and ST(H) candidates. Candidates with a PWD certificate are exempt from the fee.

5. What is the pay scale for the posts under NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
The posts carry a pay scale of ₹57,700 to ₹1,82,400 per month under Academic Level 10, plus other allowances admissible under the rules.

6. What is the age limit for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years of age as on 1 January 2026. PWD candidates get a 10-year relaxation in the upper age limit.

7. Do doctors already serving under NHM, DME or DHS need an NOC to apply?
No. Willing and eligible doctors serving under DME, DHS, NHM Assam or other government agencies are eligible to apply without a separate NOC from the State Government.

8. Is there any weightage for doctors on contractual engagement?
Yes. Doctors working under Rule 17A of the MHRB Regulations, or on contractual engagement (including post-PG contractual engagement) under the Medical Education & Research Department, will be given weightage.

9. How do I pay the application fee?
The fee can be paid through a Treasury Challan under the specified head, or online through the Government Receipt Accounting System (GRAS) at assamegras.gov.in.

10. Where can I apply for NHM Assam Recruitment 2026?
Applications must be submitted online through the official website nhm.assam.gov.in, under the Recruitment section for National Health Mission, Assam.

Conclusion

NHM Assam Recruitment 2026 offers a significant opportunity for postgraduate doctors to join government medical colleges across Assam as Registrar, Demonstrator or Resident Physician across 492 posts in 34 departments. With the application window open from 16 July to 28 July 2026, eligible candidates should verify their qualification against the specific department, prepare all required documents in advance, and complete the online application well before the last date. Careful attention to the eligibility criteria and application steps outlined above can help candidates avoid common errors and submit a complete, error-free application.

Disclaimer

The information in this article is based on the official notification issued by the Medical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam. Candidates are advised to cross-check all details, including eligibility, dates and fee structure, on the official website nhm.assam.gov.in before applying, as the Board reserves the right to cancel, alter or modify the terms of the advertisement at any time.

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Prakash Powrel is the Founder & Editor of Assam Job Update. He is dedicated to helping students and job seekers across Assam and Northeast India by publishing verified Government Jobs, Private Jobs, Admissions, Results, Scholarships, and Career updates based on official notifications and trusted sources.