Medical Officer and Pharmacist Recruitment at District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit Thane 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 4
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹21,000 - ₹72,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: MBBS for Medical Officers; Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or Diploma in Pharmacy with 3 years experience and MSCIT/DOEACC-CCC for Pharmacists.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: This recruitment is suitable for both freshers and experienced candidates, with some posts asking for relevant work experience of up to 3 years. Check the role-wise criteria in the official notification before applying.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 18 to 62 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
Vacancies under this Notification
This list may not include all posts.
The District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit (DAPCU) at Civil Hospital Thane, under the Maharashtra State AIDS Control Society (MSACS), is inviting applications for Medical Officer and Pharmacist positions on a contract basis. This recruitment drive aims to strengthen healthcare services at ART Centres across the Thane district, including locations in Bhiwandi, Miraroad, and Navi Mumbai. Eligible medical and pharmacy professionals have the opportunity to contribute to critical public health initiatives focused on HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. The selection process involves a review of applications followed by a walk-in interview for qualified candidates.
- Positions are strictly on a contract basis initially for a three-month probation period with potential for extension based on performance.
- Medical Officer candidates will participate in a walk-in interview scheduled for July 20, 2026, at the Civil Surgeon Office in Thane.
- The recruitment includes a waiting list valid for one year to fill future vacancies across all ART Centres in the district.
- Applicants must submit their prescribed application forms along with attested documents via registered post or in person by the July 10 deadline.
- Preference is given to candidates trained by NACO or those with experience in HIV-affected community outreach.
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Additional Salary Information
Consolidated monthly remuneration is Rs. 72,000 for Medical Officers and Rs. 21,000 for Pharmacists. No other allowances like T.A., D.A., or H.R.A. are admissible.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Scrutiny of Applications Walk-in Interview Written Examination (if required for shortlisting)
Application Fees
Refer official detailed notification
Reservation
Reservation and relaxation norms apply as per Maharashtra State Government and MSACS guidelines for contractual appointments.
How to Apply
- Download the prescribed application format from the official notification.
- Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and experience accurately.
- Attach a recent passport-size photograph signed by the candidate.
- Prepare a set of attested photocopies of testimonials, certificates, and ID proof.
- Submit the application in person or via registered/speed post to the Office of the Civil Surgeon, Civil Hospital Thane, District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit (DAPCU), behind Regional Mental Hospital, Dharmavirnagar, Thane (West) - 400 604.
- Ensure the application reaches the office on any working day before the deadline of July 10, 2026.
- Clearly mention the post applied for on the application form.
- Do not send applications via email as they will not be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
The selection process involves scrutinizing applications followed by a walk-in interview or written examination for shortlisted candidates. For Medical Officers, a walk-in interview is specifically scheduled for July 20, 2026.
Yes, candidates who meet the eligibility criteria for multiple roles must submit separate applications for each post.
Yes, the upper age limit for Medical Officers is 62 years, while for other posts like Pharmacist, the upper age limit is 60 years as of the advertisement date.
