The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has released the ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026 Notification for 118 Professor vacancies across 22 medical specialties. Eligible Medical and Non-Medical candidates can apply through the offline application process. The recruitment offers an attractive Level-13 Pay Matrix, along with Central Government allowances.

Interested candidates should carefully check the eligibility criteria, age limit, application process, selection procedure, and important dates before submitting the application.

ESIC Professor Recruitment 2026 Overview

Important Dates

Candidates should remember the following schedule.

Note: Candidates from notified remote regions get additional time for submitting applications.

ESIC Professor Vacancy 2026

ESIC has announced 118 vacancies in 22 different medical disciplines.

Major Specialties

Total Vacancies: 118

Reserved vacancies are available for SC, ST, OBC and PwBD candidates as per Government norms.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must satisfy the educational qualification, experience, and age requirements.

Educational Qualification

Medical Candidates

Candidates should possess:

• Recognized MBBS qualification
• MD/MS or equivalent postgraduate qualification in the concerned specialty

Non-Medical Candidates

Candidates should possess:

• Master’s Degree in the relevant discipline
• Ph.D. in the concerned subject

Experience

Applicants should have:

• Four years as Reader/Associate Professor

OR

• Three years as Associate Professor with required research publications.

Age Limit

Age will be calculated as on 27 July 2026.

Application Fee

Payment should be made through Demand Draft/Banker’s Cheque only. Online payment is not accepted.

Salary

Selected candidates will receive:

• Pay Level-13
• Salary between ₹1,23,100 and ₹2,15,900
• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance
• Non-Practising Allowance (NPA)
• Career progression under DACP Scheme

This makes the post one of the highest-paying faculty positions in ESIC institutions.

Selection Process

There is no written examination.

Selection consists of:

1. Application Scrutiny
2. Shortlisting
3. Interview
4. Merit List
5. Document Verification

Candidates will be shortlisted mainly on teaching experience and research achievements.

How to Apply

Candidates need to submit the application offline.

Follow these steps:

1. Download the application form.
2. Fill all required details carefully.
3. Attach self-attested documents.
4. Attach Demand Draft (if applicable).
5. Write the prescribed post name on the envelope.
6. Send the application via Speed Post.
7. Ensure it reaches before the last date.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready:

• Passport-size photograph
• Educational certificates
• Experience certificates
• Research publications
• Category certificate
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• Ex-Servicemen certificate (if applicable)
• Demand Draft
• Proof of Date of Birth

Incomplete applications are liable to be rejected.

Job Posting Locations

Selected candidates may be posted in ESIC Medical Colleges located across India, including:

• Delhi
• Rajasthan
• Haryana
• Uttar Pradesh
• Karnataka
• Telangana
• Maharashtra
• Gujarat
• Punjab
• Bihar
• West Bengal
• Tamil Nadu
• Assam
• Madhya Pradesh
• Jharkhand

Candidates should mention at least 10 preferred states while filling the application form.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Before submitting your application, ensure that you:

• Attach the Demand Draft (if applicable).
• Sign the application form.
• Enclose all required certificates.
• Mention at least 10 state preferences.
• Use the correct envelope superscription.
• Send the application well before the deadline to avoid postal delays.

These are among the most common reasons for rejection.

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