Overview
Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Sheikhpura, -800014, Bihar has released a recruitment notification (5 posts (Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant, Senior Resident/ Consultant, Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, Data Entry Operator) vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply offline (speed post/ registered post only) before 4 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS), Sheikhpura, -800014, Bihar
- Qualification
- Eligibility for each post depends on the required educational qualification and, for two posts, prior experience. Details for every post are given below.
- Vacancies
- 5 posts (Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant, Senior Resident/ Consultant, Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, Data Entry Operator)
- Advertisement No
- 02/ Psy/ TeleManas/ 2026
- Last date to apply
- 4 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM
Important Dates
| Last Date to Apply | 4 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Notification Issued | 10 August 2026 (as per Memo No. 84/ IGIMS/ 2026/ TMC) |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 4 September 2026, by 5:00 PM |
| Date & Time of Interview/ Written Test | Not available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to regularly check www.igims.org for updates. |
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Vacancy Details
A total of 5 posts have been advertised across five categories. Here is the post-wise vacancy breakup: S. No.: Post Name | No. of Posts 1: Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant | 1 2: Senior Resident/ Consultant | 1 3: Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse | 1 4: Project Co-ordinator | 1 5: Data Entry Operator | 1 The notification does not mention any category-wise (UR/ SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS) reservation breakup for these posts.
Eligibility
Eligibility for each post depends on the required educational qualification and, for two posts, prior experience. Details for every post are given below.
Age Limit
Post Name: Upper Age Limit Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant: 66 years Senior Resident/ Consultant: 66 years Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse: 59 years Project Co-ordinator: 59 years Data Entry Operator: 59 years The notification does not specify a date for age reckoning or any age relaxation for reserved categories.
Salary
Post Name: Monthly Consolidated Salary Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant: Rs. 1,50,000/ - Senior Resident/ Consultant: Rs. 1,00,000/ - Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse: Rs. 50,000/ - Project Co-ordinator: Rs. 40,000/ - Data Entry Operator: Rs. 25,000/ - As per the notification, no other or additional allowances apart from the consolidated salary mentioned above will be admissible, and appointees will not be entitled to any benefits available to regularly appointed IGIMS, employees.
Selection Process
• For Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant and Senior Resident/ Consultant (Sl. No. 1 & 2): Selection will be made through Screening and Interview. • For Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator (Sl. No. 3, 4 & 5): Screening will be done, and if necessary, a written test may also be conducted in case a large number of applications are received. • Applications will be scrutinized by a Screening Committee, and the final decision regarding appointment rests solely with the competent authority. • The list of shortlisted candidates for interview/ test will be published on the IGIMS, official website. • No separate communication will be sent regarding the date, time, and venue of the interview/ written test; candidates must keep checking www.igims.org. • Mere fulfilment of the essential qualification does not guarantee selection.
How to Apply
The application process for this recruitment is entirely offline. Follow these steps to apply: • Download the application form from the official website of IGIMS, -14 (www.igims.org). • Fill the application form as per the prescribed proforma, ensuring no change is made to the serial number, order, or heading of any column. • Attach self-attested photocopies of the certificates and all other required documents listed above. Additional annexures may be added as separate sheets if required. • Superscribe the envelope with "APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF -" (mentioning the specific post applied for). • Send the completed application only through Speed Post/ Registered Post to: Director, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Sheikhpura, -800014 (Bihar). • Ensure the application reaches the above address on or before 4 September 2026, by 5:00 PM. Applications will not be accepted through any other means.
Required Documents
Candidates must submit the duly filled application form along with self-attested photocopies of the following documents: • Duly filled prescribed application form • Photocopy of Identification proof, viz. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID Card, Passport, or any other government identity proof • Self-attested certificates, mark sheets, and degrees • 10th Mark sheet • Experience certificates • MCI/ State Medical Council registration certificate (as applicable) • No Objection Certificate (NOC), for candidates currently working in a government organization • Any other relevant document Original certificates must be produced by shortlisted candidates at the time of the interview/ test, as no call letter will be issued separately.
Important Instructions
• No TA/ DA will be paid for attending the interview, written test, or joining duties. • Incomplete applications, or applications received after the due date, or not in the prescribed format, will not be considered. • It is the sole responsibility of the candidate to track their application; IGIMS, is not responsible for any postal delay. • In case of a large number of applications, interviews may be spilled over to the next day, or any other shortlisting criteria may be adopted at the discretion of the competent authority. • The Director, IGIMS, reserves the right to cancel the advertisement or selection process without assigning any reason. • If any information furnished by a candidate is found to be incorrect, false, or willfully suppressed, the candidate will be liable for removal from service and other action deemed necessary. • Any candidate found canvassing for their selection will be disqualified. • The appointment is purely contractual for six months, extendable based on performance, and can be terminated by either side by giving one month's notice or one month's salary in lieu of notice. • Appointees will be on whole-time engagement for the project and shall not accept any other paid or unpaid assignment, nor engage in private practice, during the contract period. • The appointee shall have no right or claim to a regular appointment at IGIMS, . • Any dispute related to this recruitment will be subject to the jurisdiction of the Hon'ble Court having jurisdiction over…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IGIMS Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for Senior Resident, Data Entry Operator and More Posts?
Last Date to Apply: 4 September 2026, up to 5:00 PM; Notification Issued: 10 August 2026 (as per Memo No. 84/ IGIMS/ 2026/ TMC); Last Date for Receipt of Application: 4 September 2026, by 5:00 PM; Date & Time of Interview/ Written Test: Not available in the official notification. Candidates are advised to regularly check www.igims.org for updates.
What is the age limit?
Post Name: Upper Age Limit Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant: 66 years Senior Resident/ Consultant: 66 years Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse: 59 years Project Co-ordinator: 59 years Data Entry Operator: 59 years The notification does not specify a date for age reckoning or any age relaxation for reserved categories.
What is the selection process?
• For Assistant Professor/ Senior Consultant and Senior Resident/ Consultant (Sl. No. 1 & 2): Selection will be made through Screening and Interview. • For Clinical Psychologist/ Psychiatric Social Worker/ Psychiatric Nurse, Project Co-ordinator, and Data Entry Operator (Sl. No. 3, 4 & 5): Screening will be done, and if necessary, a written test may also be conducted in case a large number of applications are received. • Applications will be scrutinized by a Screening Committee, and the final decision regarding appointment rests solely with the competent authority. • The list of shortlisted candidates for interview/ test will be published on the IGIMS, official website. • No separate communication will be sent regarding the date, time, and venue of the interview/ written test; candidates must keep checking www.igims.org. • Mere fulfilment of the essential qualification does not guaran…