Introduction
The Medical and Health Recruitment Board, Assam has opened one of the largest faculty recruitment drives of the year for government medical colleges in the state. The MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 notification invites applications for a total of 492 vacancies spread across 32 departments, covering posts of Registrar, Resident Physician, Demonstrator, and similar faculty-level positions. This drive comes under the Department of Medical Education and Research, Assam, and is aimed at strengthening the teaching and clinical staff strength across government medical colleges and hospitals in the state.
Candidates holding a postgraduate medical qualification such as MD, MS, DNB, or MDS, along with valid registration under the Assam Council of Medical Registration or the National Medical Commission, are eligible to apply for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026. The online application process for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 began on 16 July 2026 and will remain open until 28 July 2026. This article covers every aspect of the MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 notification in detail, including department-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility criteria, application fees, salary structure, and the complete step-by-step application process.
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MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Medical and Health Recruitment Board (MHRB), Assam |
| Post Names | Registrar, Resident Physician, Demonstrator, and similar faculty posts |
| Total Vacancies | 492 |
| Notification Released | 15 July 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 28 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 28 July 2026 |
| Age Limit | 21 to 45 years (as on 01.01.2026) |
| Application Fee (General/UR) | Rs. 250 |
| Application Fee (OBC/MOBC/SC/ST-P/ST-H) | Rs. 150 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://nhm.assam.gov.in |
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
The MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 drive covers 492 posts distributed across 32 medical departments. Below is the complete department-wise breakup as mentioned in the official notification.
| Department | UR | OBC/MOBC | SC | ST(P) | ST(H) | Total Posts | PWD Reserved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy | 23 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 45 | 2 |
| Anaesthesiology | 19 | 15 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 46 | 3 |
| Bio-Chemistry | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 19 | 1 |
| Cardiology | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | – |
| CTVS | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 4 | – |
| Dermatology | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | – |
| Dentistry | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | – |
| ENT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | – |
| Emergency Medicine | 17 | 11 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 37 | 1 |
| FSM | 19 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 35 | 1 |
| Haematology | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | – |
| Microbiology | 9 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 2 |
| Medicine | 12 | 11 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 |
| Medical Oncology | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | – |
| Neurology | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | – |
| Nephrology | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | – |
| Neuro Surgery | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | – |
| Nuclear Medicine | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | – |
| Orthopaedics | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 1 |
| Ophthalmology | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 1 |
| O&G | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 |
| Pharmacology | 9 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 2 |
| Physiology | 20 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 38 | 2 |
| Psychiatry | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | – |
| Pathology | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 4 |
| Plastic Surgery | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 3 | – |
| Paediatrics | 7 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 20 | 1 |
| PM&R | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 1 |
| Pulmonary Medicine (TB & Chest) | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 14 | – |
| Radiology | 16 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 33 | 1 |
| Radiotherapy | 8 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 19 | 1 |
| Surgery | 8 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 13 | 3 |
| SPM (Community Medicine) | 21 | 13 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 45 | 2 |
| Urology | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | – |
Candidates should note that the number of vacancies under MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 may vary due to administrative exigencies at the time of final selection.
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Educational qualification for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 depends on the department and the specialty level applied for.
For Broad Speciality Departments
Candidates applying for departments such as Anaesthesiology, Dentistry, Dermatology, ENT, Emergency Medicine, FSM, Medicine, Microbiology, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, O&G, Pharmacology, Pathology, Psychiatry, Paediatrics, PM&R, Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, SPM, TB & Chest, and Nuclear Medicine must hold a postgraduate qualification of MD, MS, DNB, or MDS in the relevant subject from an institute recognised by the National Medical Commission or the Dental Council of India.
- Anatomy Department: MS (Anatomy) or M.Sc (Medical Anatomy) with Ph.D in Medical Anatomy, as per the latest NMC notification.
- Biochemistry Department: MD (Biochemistry) or M.Sc (Medical Biochemistry) with Ph.D in Medical Biochemistry.
- Physiology Department: MD (Physiology) or M.Sc (Medical Physiology) with Ph.D in Medical Physiology.
For Super Speciality Departments
- Medical Super Speciality (Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Nephrology, Medical Oncology): MD/DNB in General Medicine is required.
- Surgical Super Speciality (Plastic Surgery, CTVS, Neuro-Surgery, Urology, Paediatric Surgery): MS/DNB in General Surgery is required.
- Candidates holding a DM, M.Ch, or DNB in the concerned super speciality subject will be given preference and additional weightage under MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026.
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 21 and 45 years of age as on 01.01.2026. Age relaxation is applicable for reserved category candidates as per the applicable government rules.
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Salary Structure
Selected candidates under MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 will be placed at Academic Level 10, drawing a pay scale ranging from Rs. 57,700 to Rs. 1,82,400 per month, along with other admissible allowances as per government norms.
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/UR | Rs. 250 |
| OBC/MOBC/SC/ST(P)/ST(H) | Rs. 150 |
| PWD Candidates (with valid certificate) | No fee required |
Candidates can pay the application fee for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, IMPS, Cash Card, Mobile Wallet, or through the Government Receipt Accounting System (GRAS) treasury challan mode.
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection procedure for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 will be notified separately by the Board through a formal notice. The exact selection process will depend on the number of applications received against each post.
Who Should Apply
Doctors who have completed their postgraduate medical qualification and hold valid registration with the Assam Council of Medical Registration should strongly consider applying for MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026, especially those already serving under contractual engagements at healthcare institutes under the Medical Education and Research Department, as they will be given weightage under Rule 17A of MHRB Regulations.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting the application without verifying department-wise educational qualification requirements
- Forgetting to check the box for the correct category before final submission
- Not keeping scanned copies of photograph, signature, and identity proof ready before starting the form
- Submitting the form without reviewing the preview page carefully, since MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 does not allow changes after final submission
MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 – How to Apply
- Visit the official website of MHRB Assam at nhm.assam.gov.in.
- Navigate to the Recruitment section and select the National Health Mission, Assam New link.
- Register using a valid mobile number and email ID.
- Log in using the credentials generated after registration.
- Fill in the application form carefully with accurate personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload the required scanned documents, including photograph and signature.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the available online payment modes.
- Review the application preview thoroughly, as no changes will be allowed once the form is submitted.
- Submit the final form and download or print a copy for future reference.
Important Links
| Particulars | Link |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
Disclaimer
Candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the official MHRB Assam Recruitment 2026 notification available on the official website before applying. This article is intended to help candidates understand the recruitment in simplified language; however, for final and authentic information regarding eligibility, dates, fees, or any other detail, candidates must always refer to the official notification and website. Assam Job Update is not responsible for any changes made by MHRB Assam after the publication of this article.
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