The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) Medical College & Hospital, K.K. Nagar, Chennai has issued the ESIC Senior Resident Recruitment 2026 notification for engagement of 99 Senior Residents under the 7th Central Pay Commission. This recruitment will be conducted through walk-in interviews across multiple medical and super specialty departments.
| Recruitment Authority | Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Senior Resident |
| Total Vacancies | 99 Posts |
| Job Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Mode of Recruitment | Walk-in Interview |
| Interview Dates | 20–23 January 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | MD / MS / DNB (NMC Recognized) |
| Age Limit | Up to 45 Years (50 Years for Pre/Para Clinical) |
| Salary | ₹67,700 + DA & Allowances (7th CPC) |
| Tenure | 3 Years |
| Official Website | https://www.esic.nic.in |
ESIC Senior Resident Vacancy Details
A total of 99 Senior Resident posts are available across departments such as General Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Surgery, Radiology, Cardiology, Neurology, ICU, NICU, and several others. Reservation is applicable as per Government of India rules, including horizontal reservation for Persons with Disabilities.
Eligibility & Age Limit for ESIC Senior Resident Jobs
Candidates must hold MD/MS/DNB or equivalent qualifications as per NMC norms. The upper age limit is 45 years for most departments and 50 years for pre-clinical subjects. Applicants must be registered with State Medical Council or NMC.
ESIC Senior Resident Salary & Tenure
Selected candidates will be paid at Pay Level-11 with a basic salary of ₹67,700 plus DA and allowances. The tenure of appointment is three years, subject to annual performance review. Private practice is strictly prohibited during the tenure.
ESIC Walk-in Interview Dates 2026
- 20 January 2026
- 21 January 2026
- 22 January 2026
- 23 January 2026
Important Links – ESIC Chennai Recruitment
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Notification | Click here |
| ESIC Official Website | https://www.esic.nic.in |
FAQs – ESIC Senior Resident Recruitment 2026
Q1. Is online application required?
No, candidates must attend walk-in interviews.Q2. Is there any application fee?
₹500 for UR/OBC/EWS; SC/ST/PWD/Women are exempted.Q3. Can ESIC SR post lead to permanent job?
No, it is a contractual position.
