Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor (Neonatology) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 13
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Qualification
- Qualification: MBBS and a Post-graduate degree (DM/DNB/MD) in Neonatology or related specialty with specific training.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 3 years of teaching experience in Neonatology after obtaining the first Post-graduate degree.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 40 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The UPSC has announced 13 vacancies for the post of Specialist Grade III Assistant Professor in Neonatology for the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. This role is designed for medical experts who hold an MBBS and a DM or equivalent in Neonatology, offering a salary at Level 11 plus NPA. The position involves imparting practical and theoretical knowledge to medical students while rendering specialized patient care. This is a permanent Group A post that offers the stability of central government service and the chance to impact neonatal health outcomes nationwide.
- Two vacancies are specifically reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD).
- The maximum age limit is 40 years for UR/EWS, with standard government relaxations for other categories.
- Candidates must have three years of teaching experience as a Senior Resident or Tutor in Neonatology.
- The headquarters are in Delhi, but officers are liable to serve anywhere in India.
- The selection process may involve a Recruitment Test if the number of applications is large.
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Additional Salary Information
Level- 11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus NPA.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Shortlisting based on qualifications and experience.
Recruitment Test (RT) may be conducted if application volume is high.
Personal Interview (Minimum suitability: UR-50, OBC-45, SC/ST/PwBD-40 marks).
Document Verification at the time of interview.
Application Fees
General/OBC/EWS Male: Rs. 25 SC/ST/PwBD/Women: Nil
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD candidates as per Government of India rules.
Specific vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates in several categories.
Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST and 3 years for OBC candidates is applicable where posts are reserved.
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC ORA website at https://upsconline.nic.in/ora/.
- Complete the Universal Registration Number (URN) process if not already registered.
- Fill out the post-specific application module with accurate personal and professional details.
- Upload required documents including matriculation certificate for DOB, degree/diploma certificates, and experience letters in PDF format.
- Capture a live photograph and upload a clear signature as per the specified instructions.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 25 (if applicable) using online banking or card payment.
- Submit the application and take a printout of the finally submitted form for future reference.
- Ensure the application is submitted before the deadline of 18:00 hrs on 31st July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pay scale is Level 11 in the Pay Matrix as per 7th CPC plus NPA.
MBBS and a Doctorate of Medicine (DM) in Neonatology or equivalent DNB/MD with special training.
There are 13 vacancies in total, including 2 reserved for PwBD candidates.