Overview
The Tamil Nadu Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB) has announced a recruitment drive for 1100 Assistant Surgeon (General) posts in 2025. The positions are open to MBBS graduates registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council who have completed a 12‑month house surgeon posting. The application window runs from 21 November to 11 December 2025, with an online fee of Rs. 500 for SC/SCA/ST/DAP candidates and Rs. 1,000 for others. Candidates must meet the age limits of 37 years for the general category, 60 years for reserved categories, 47 years for PWD, and 48 years for ex‑servicemen. The selection will be based on a computer‑based test and a Tamil eligibility test, followed by document verification. The pay scale is Level‑22, ranging from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 2,05,700 per month.
Key Details
- Organization
- Tamil Nadu Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB)
- Qualification
- MBBS Degree awarded by a recognized university; courses approved by the Medical Council of India; registered practitioner as per the Madras Medical Registration Act, 1914; completion of a 12‑month House Surgeon (CRRI) posting; registered in the Tamil Nadu Medical Council by the notification date; must clear the Tamil Eligibility Test at SSLC standard (exemption for differently abled persons as per rules)
- Vacancies
- 1100
- Posted
- 21/11/2025
- Last date to apply
- 11/12/2025
Important Dates
| Notification Date | 21/11/2025 |
| Application Start Date | 21/11/2025 |
| Last Date for Application and Fee | 11/12/2025 |
| Computer Based Exam Date | To be intimated later |
Important Links
Selection Process
Computer‑Based Test: 100 objective‑type questions (Medical Science, UG level); Tamil Eligibility Test at SSLC standard; incentive marks for COVID‑19 duty; selection strictly by merit/rank and reservation; no oral interview; certificate/document verification for shortlisted candidates
How to Apply
Apply online only via www.mrb.tn.gov.in from 21/11/2025 to 11/12/2025, Keep scanned copies of a colour photo (with name and date) and signature ready, Fill required details carefully and upload all required documents including certificates, Pay the application fee online only; save/print the registration slip after applying, No need to send physical copies of application/certificates to MRB
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2025 - Apply Online for 1100 Posts?
Notification Date: 21/11/2025; Application Start Date: 21/11/2025; Last Date for Application and Fee: 11/12/2025; Computer Based Exam Date: To be intimated later
What is the application fee?
SC/SCA/ST/DAP(PH): Rs. 500; Others: Rs. 1,000
What is the age limit?
Max 37 years (Others); up to 60 years (reserved categories); up to 47 years (PWD); up to 48 years (Ex‑servicemen)
What is the selection process?
Computer‑Based Test: 100 objective‑type questions (Medical Science, UG level); Tamil Eligibility Test at SSLC standard; incentive marks for COVID‑19 duty; selection strictly by merit/rank and reservation; no oral interview; certificate/document verification for shortlisted candidates