All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh has released a notification for Government Recruitment to Faculty (Group-A) posts of Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor, across 31 departments. The Institute, established under PMSSY, invites applications from Indian nationals and OCI cardholders for a total of 56 vacancies, on regular/deputation/contractual basis. Interested candidates can apply online from 15 October 2026, with the last date for submission being 14 November 2026. Full eligibility, pay, and application details are given below.
Date Posted: 17th October 2026
Institution Name: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Gorakhpur
Advertisement/Notification No.: AIIMS/GKP/RECT/FACULTY/2026-27/271, Dated 15/10/2026
Institution Profile: AIIMS Gorakhpur, established under PMSSY with objectives of improving regional imbalances in the availability of affordable/reliable tertiary healthcare services and also to augment facilities for quality medical education in the country. The Institute has started functioning from session 2018-19 and is envisioned to develop into an institute with the highest standards of teaching, training, and research.
Employment Type: Regular/Deputation/Contractual (mode varies by post — see Selection/Appointment details below)
Post Name/Designation: The Institute is hiring for Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor across the following departments —
| Department/School | Subject/Specialization | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Anaesthesia | Professor | 1 |
| Biochemistry | Professor | 1 |
| Cardiology | Professor | 1 |
| Cardiothoracic Surgery | Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 2 |
| Dermatology | Additional Professor | 1 |
| ENT | Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor | 3 |
| Gastroenterology (Medical) | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 3 |
| General Medicine | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 6 |
| Hospital Administration | Professor, Associate Professor | 2 |
| Medical Oncology | Assistant Professor | 1 |
| Microbiology | Professor | 1 |
| Neonatology | Assistant Professor | 1 |
| Nephrology | Associate Professor | 2 |
| Neurology | Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 3 |
| Neurosurgery | Associate Professor | 1 |
| Nuclear Medicine | Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 4 |
| Ophthalmology | Professor | 1 |
| Pathology | Professor, Additional Professor | 2 |
| Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | Professor | 1 |
| Psychiatry | Professor | 1 |
| Pulmonary Medicine | Associate Professor | 1 |
| Radiology | Additional Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor | 7 |
| Radiotherapy | Professor | 1 |
| Surgical Gastroenterology | Associate Professor | 2 |
| Transfusion Medicine and Blood Bank | Professor | 1 |
| Trauma and Emergency Medicine | Assistant Professor | 3 |
| Urology | Professor, Associate Professor | 3 |
| Total | 56 |
(Posts by level: Professor — 16; Additional Professor — 5; Associate Professor — 18; Assistant Professor — 17.)
Total Vacancies: 56 — overall total; category-wise break-up given below.
Category-wise Vacancy Break-up:
| Category | No. of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 9 |
| SC | 13 |
| ST | 8 |
| OBC | 17 |
| EWS | 9 |
| Total | 56 |
Note: 7 seats (4% of total) are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), on a horizontal basis — 1 Professor, 1 Additional Professor, 2 Associate Professor, and 3 Assistant Professor. Reservation does not apply to posts filled on deputation basis. If EWS posts remain unfilled, they will not be carried forward as backlog; other category candidates may provisionally apply, subject to being considered only as UR candidates.
Required Educational Qualifications for Professor/Additional Professor/Associate Professor/Assistant Professor: Candidates should have
- MBBS or an equivalent medical qualification recognized under the IMC Act, 1956, or by the National Medical Commission (NMC)
- A Postgraduate qualification (MD/MS) recognized under the IMC Act or by the NMC, in the subject of the post applied for
- For Super-Speciality disciplines: D.M. or M.Ch. (recognized under the IMC Act or by the NMC) in the subject of the post, in addition to the MBBS qualification
- For Medical Oncology (Assistant Professor, 2/3-year DM): an MD in Medicine or Paediatrics, recognized under the IMC Act or by the NMC
Required Experience (post-qualification teaching experience, obtained after the qualifying degree, in an NMC-recognized department):
| Post | Broad-Speciality Experience | Super-Speciality Experience (2/5-year course) | Super-Speciality Experience (3/6-year course) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 14 years | 12 years | 11 years |
| Additional Professor | 10 years | 8 years | 7 years |
| Associate Professor | 6 years | 4 years | 3 years |
| Assistant Professor | 3 years | 1 year | No additional experience required |
A relaxation of one year’s teaching/research experience will be given for candidates applying to posts reserved for SC/ST, as per DoPT Rules/Guidelines.
Age Limit:
| Post | Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Professor/Additional Professor | Not exceeding 58 years as on closing date |
| Associate Professor/Assistant Professor | Not exceeding 50 years as on closing date |
Age relaxation: SC/ST — 5 years; OBC — 3 years; PWD (OPH) — 5 years; Government Servant/Ex-Servicemen — 5 years, as per Government of India rules. No age relaxation is available to SC/ST/OBC candidates applying for unreserved vacancies. For Additional Professor on deputation, the maximum age is 56 years; for Professor on deputation, 58 years.
Pay Scale/Pay Level:
| Post | Pay Level (7th CPC) — Direct Recruitment/Deputation |
|---|---|
| Professor | Level-14A (Rs. 1,68,900 – Rs. 2,20,400) |
| Additional Professor | Level-13A2+ (Rs. 1,48,200 – Rs. 2,11,400) |
| Associate Professor | Level-13A1+ (Rs. 1,38,300 – Rs. 2,09,200) |
| Assistant Professor | Level-12 (Rs. 1,01,500 – Rs. 1,67,400) |
Plus usual allowances, including NPA (if applicable). For retired faculty engaged on a contractual basis: Professor (Consultant) — Rs. 2,20,000/- per month; Additional Professor (Consultant) — Rs. 2,00,000/- per month.
Application Fee:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | Rs. 2,000/- |
| SC/ST | Rs. 500/- |
| PwBD and Retired Faculty (Deputation/Contractual) | Exempted |
| Payment Mode | Online (via the prescribed bank account; no other instrument of payment accepted) |
(Application fee is non-refundable. Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately and pay the fee for each post.)
Selection Process: Candidates will be selected through the following stages
- Submission of application via Google Form, followed by scrutiny of documents
- Shortlisting of candidates for interview by the Search cum Selection Committee, based on bio-data
- Personal interview at AIIMS Gorakhpur (no TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview)
- Verification of original documents and credentials at the time of interview
- Offer of appointment, provisional and subject to verification, followed by a review/probation period of two years
Job Location: Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh
Important Dates:
| Activity | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 15 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 November 2026 |
| Last Date for Submission of Hard Copy | 14 November 2026 (by Speed/Registered Post) |
| Walk-in/Interview Date | Not Applicable – The list of eligible candidates, date, time, and venue for interview will be put up on the Institute website |
Apply Mode: Online Application Link (Google Form), followed by Post of the hard copy
How to Apply for this Faculty Position?
Candidates need to fill in the prescribed application form, submit it along with required annexures and scanned documents via the Google Form link, and also send the duly signed hard copy of the application along with self-attested documents to the Recruitment Cell, AIIMS Gorakhpur, by Speed/Registered Post, before the closing date.
Application Procedure: Candidates need to follow the steps given below to apply for this post
- Fill in the application form in MS Word format as per the prescribed proforma and take a printout
- Scan the filled application (with photograph and signature) in PDF format
- Prepare the Brief of the Candidate (Annexure-A) and the PowerPoint Presentation (Annexure-B)
- Scan copies of original educational certificates (SSLC to PG, and Ph.D. for non-medical posts), experience certificates, registration certificates, and other relevant documents
- Combine all documents into a single PDF, in the prescribed order, and upload via the Google Form link
- Send the duly signed hard copy application, along with Annexure-A and self-attested photocopies of all supporting documents, by Speed/Registered Post to the Recruitment Cell, AIIMS Gorakhpur, superscribed with the name of the post applied for
Documents Required: Candidates should keep the following documents ready (Kindly Read the Notification)
- Printout of the filled application form
- Mark sheets and degrees (SSLC to PG, and Ph.D. for non-medical posts)
- Proof of age
- Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC), in the prescribed Government of India format
- Income and Asset certificate, for EWS category candidates, issued by a Revenue Officer not below the rank of Tahsildar
- Experience certificate(s)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates working in Government organizations
- Two passport-size photographs
- Registration certificates (UG & PG)
- Any other relevant documents
Important Links:
| Link Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Notification | AIIMS Gorakhpur Government Recruitment Notification — (This link is taken from the institution official website) |
| Institution Official Website | aiimsgorakhpur.edu.in |
| Application Link | Apply Online – Google Form |
| Email Address to Apply | Not Applicable – apply via the online form and post only; for queries, write to [email protected] |
Disclaimer for Candidates: Candidates are requested to carefully read and review the official notification before applying, as the information above is presented for general reference only and the official advertisement shall be treated as final and authoritative in case of any discrepancy.
Institution address:
Recruitment Cell, AIIMS Gorakhpur,
Administrative Block, Kunraghat,
Gorakhpur – 273008,
Uttar Pradesh, India.
Benefits of Joining AIIMS Gorakhpur:
- Regular Central Government faculty position at a premier Institute established under PMSSY
- Competitive Pay Level under the 7th CPC, with usual allowances including NPA, where applicable
- Opportunity to shape quality medical education and tertiary healthcare services in the region
- Scope for teaching, research, and clinical practice at an Institute envisioned to reach the highest standards
- Options for Direct Recruitment, Deputation, or Contractual engagement (including for retired faculty), depending on the post
Frequently Asked Questions for Government Recruitment
- How many vacancies are there in this recruitment?
There are 56 vacancies in total, across Professor (16), Additional Professor (5), Associate Professor (18), and Assistant Professor (17). - What is the last date to apply online?
14 November 2026. - What is the application fee?
Rs. 2,000 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, and Rs. 500 for SC/ST candidates; PwBD candidates and retired faculty applying on deputation/contract basis are exempted. - Is there any age relaxation mentioned?
Yes, the upper age limit is 58 years for Professor/Additional Professor and 50 years for Associate Professor/Assistant Professor, with relaxation of 3-5 years for SC/ST/OBC/PWD/Government Servants, as per Government of India rules. - What is the selection process?
Shortlisting of candidates by the Search cum Selection Committee based on bio-data, followed by a personal interview at AIIMS Gorakhpur. - Can retired faculty apply for these posts?
Yes, retired faculty from Institutes of National Importance and Government Medical Colleges, up to age 68, may apply on a contractual basis as Professor (Consultant) or Additional Professor (Consultant). - Is there a fee refund policy?
No, the application fee is non-refundable. - Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but candidates must apply separately and pay the application fee for each post. - Will I get TA/DA for attending the interview?
No, no TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview. - What happens if a suitable candidate is not found for Additional Professor or Associate Professor posts?
Such posts shall be downgraded to the level of Assistant Professor in the respective category and may be filled on a contractual basis until filled by regular candidates through subsequent advertisement.
This is a significant opportunity for qualified medical academicians to join AIIMS Gorakhpur across Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor positions in 31 departments. With a competitive Central Government pay structure and the chance to shape healthcare and medical education in the region, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online before 14 November 2026 and complete the formalities on time.
