Senior Resident (Orthodontics) – PGIMER
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹67,700 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: MDS in Orthodontics
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Upto 45 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Senior Resident (Orthodontics) role at PGIMER, Chandigarh, offers 1 vacancy with a pay of ₹67,700/- plus NPA at Level-11 in the Pay Matrix. Applicants must hold an MDS in Orthodontics and be registered with the Central/State Dental Council. This tenure post, for a maximum of three years, provides a significant opportunity for dental professionals to specialize and gain valuable experience in a leading medical institution.
- The maximum age limit for this position is 45 years as of May 11, 2026.
- The application fee is ₹1500/- for General/OBC/EWS categories, ₹800/- for SC/ST candidates, and PwBD candidates are exempt.
- The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT) for 75 marks and a departmental interview and assessment for 25 marks.
- The Computer Based Test (CBT) is scheduled for May 22, 2026, and will feature 50 questions, each carrying 1.5 marks.
- The closing date for online registration and application submission is May 11, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Level-11 in Pay Matrix with a minimum of Rs.67,700/- + NPA.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 50 objective type questions for 75 marks.
Shortlisting of candidates in the ratio of 1:3 based on CBT performance.
Document Verification of shortlisted candidates.
Departmental Interview & Assessment for 25 marks.
Final selection based on aggregate score obtained in CBT and Departmental Interview.
Application Fees
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted from payment of fee.
SC/ST category: Rs. 800/- plus Transaction Charges as applicable.
General/OBC/EWS: Rs. 1500/- plus Transaction Charges as applicable.
Reservation
Reservation is provided for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwBD categories as per Government of India instructions.
14 posts are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) in non-surgical jobs.
OBC candidates must upload a valid non-creamy layer certificate issued between 01.04.2026 and 11.05.2026.
EWS candidates must produce a valid Income and Asset Certificate issued between 01.04.2026 and 11.05.2026.
How to Apply
- Visit the official PGIMER website at www.pgimer.edu.in and navigate to the Recruitment link on the Home Page.
- Read the guidelines and help manual carefully before starting the online registration.
- Register online and fill in the application form with correct details.
- Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and all mandatory certificates (educational, age, category, etc.).
- Deposit the application fee through the online payment gateway using Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking (avoid UPI).
- Submit the application form and take a final printout along with the e-Challan for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
The salary for Senior Resident (Orthodontics) is Level-11 in Pay Matrix with a minimum of ₹67,700/- + NPA.
Candidates need an MDS in Orthodontics and must be registered with the Central/State Dental Council.
The age limit for Senior Resident (Orthodontics) is up to 45 years as of May 11, 2026.
