AIIMS Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026: 64 Vacancies for Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor & Assistant Professor

Meta Description: AIIMS Guwahati has released a rolling advertisement for 64 faculty posts (Group-A) including Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor in various departments. Check eligibility, pay scale, last date, and application process here.

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati, one of India’s premier healthcare institutes established under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), has officially notified a rolling recruitment drive for faculty positions (Group-A). This is a golden opportunity for qualified medical and non-medical academicians to join an Institute of National Importance located in the northeastern region of India.

This rolling advertisement is valid for one year from the date of publication in the Employment News (expected edition: 21st to 27th February 2026). The first cut-off date for this recruitment cycle is 23rd March 2026.

Overview of AIIMS Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026

• Institute Name: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Guwahati

• Advertisement No.: 2-43/2022-23/AIIMS/GHY/ESTT./RECT-FACT/Pt- III/3986

• Total Vacancies: 64 Posts (Group-A)

• Post Names: Professor, Additional Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor

• Job Type: Direct Recruitment

• Location: Guwahati, Assam

• Application Mode: Online + Hard Copy

Important Dates to Remember

Note: This is a rolling advertisement. Candidates who may not meet the eligibility by the first cut-off date are encouraged to check the website for subsequent cut-off dates.

Vacancy Breakdown: Department-Wise & Category-Wise

AIIMS Guwahati is recruiting for 30+ departments including Anaesthesia, Cardiology, General Medicine, Radiology, Transfusion Medicine, and Trauma & Emergency Medicine.

Total Vacancies: 64

• Professor: 07 Posts

• Additional Professor: 18 Posts

• Associate Professor: 13 Posts

• Assistant Professor: 26 Posts

Category-Wise Distribution

• UR: 26

• OBC: 16

• SC: 11

• ST: 08

• EWS: 03

Includes backlog vacancies from previous recruitments. The number of vacancies is provisional and subject to change.

Highlight: Trauma & Emergency Department

For the Professor (UR) post in Trauma & Emergency, preference will be given to candidates with qualifications in the following order:

1. Trauma Surgery (M.Ch.)

2. Emergency Medicine

3. Anaesthesiology with experience in critical care

4. Orthopaedics with experience in trauma

5. General Surgery with experience in trauma or Fellowship in Trauma care.

Post-Wise Eligibility Criteria

1. Professor

• Qualification: MBBS + MD/MS or equivalent + D.M./M.Ch. for super specialties.

• Experience:

  • Medical: 14 years teaching/research after PG.

  • Super-Specialty: 8-10 years after D.M./M.Ch. (depending on course duration).

  • Non-Medical: Ph.D. + 14 years teaching/research.

2. Additional Professor

• Experience:

  • Medical: 10 years after MD/MS.

  • Super-Specialty: 7-8 years after D.M./M.Ch.

  • Non-Medical: Ph.D. + 10 years teaching/research.

3. Associate Professor

• Experience:

  • Medical: 6 years after MD/MS.

  • Super-Specialty: 3-4 years after D.M./M.Ch.

  • Non-Medical: Ph.D. + 6 years teaching/research.

4. Assistant Professor

• Experience:

  • Medical: 3 years after MD/MS.

  • Super-Specialty: 1 year after D.M./M.Ch. (No experience required for 3-year D.M./M.Ch. holders).

  • Non-Medical: Ph.D. + 3 years teaching/research.

 Important Note on DNB Equivalence: Candidates holding DNB qualifications must produce documentary evidence of equivalence as per the NMC notification dated 31.10.2018. Experience requirements may vary based on the type of institution where the DNB training was undertaken.

Pay Scale (7th CPC)

NPA is applicable only for medically qualified candidates.

Age Limit (As on 23.03.2026)

• Professor / Additional Professor: Maximum 58 years

• Associate Professor / Assistant Professor: Maximum 50 years

Age Relaxation

• SC/ST: 5 years

• OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years

• PwBD (OH-OL & BL): 10 years

• Government Servant: 5 years (as per DoPT guidelines)

No age relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/EWS candidates applying against UR vacancies.

Application Fee

• Fee is non-refundable.

• Applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

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 How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

The application process is a hybrid model: Online Submission followed by Hard Copy Delivery.

Step 1: Online Registration

• Navigate to the "Recruitment" or "Career" section.

• Click on the link for "Faculty Recruitment - Rolling Advertisement."

• Register with a valid email ID and phone number.

Step 2: Fill the Application

• Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details carefully.

• Upload scanned documents:

  • Passport size photograph (JPG)

  • Signature (JPG)

  • Relevant certificates (MBBS, MD/MS, DM/MCh, Experience, etc.)

Step 3: Pay the Fee (if applicable)

• Pay the application fee online.

Step 4: Submit & Print

• Submit the form and take a printout of the finally submitted application.

Step 5: Send Hard Copy

• Send the signed copy of the online application along with self-attested copies of all relevant documents via Speed Post/Courier to:

The Administrative Officer,
All India Institute of Medical Sciences,
Silbharal, Changsari,
Guwahati, Assam - 781101

• Super-scribe the envelope: "Faculty recruitment - Application for the post of ______ in the Department of ______."

• Deadline for Hard Copy: 06th April 2026

Online applications without the receipt of hard copies will not be considered.

Documents Required (Self-Attested Copies)

• Printout of Online Application (Signed)

• Matriculation Certificate (Age Proof)

• MBBS/M.Sc. Degree & Mark Sheets

• MD/MS/DNB/Ph.D. Certificates

• DM/MCh Certificates (if applicable)

• Experience Certificates (clearly showing duration and nature of work)

• Community Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in prescribed format

• Medical Council Registration Certificate

• Disability Certificate (if applicable)

• Annexure-I: No Objection Certificate (for Government Employees)

• Annexure-VI: Check List (duly filled)

Selection Process

1. Screening: Applications will be screened based on eligibility and bio-data.

2. Short-listing: A Screening Committee may short-list candidates for interview. If the number of applicants is large, a screening test may be conducted.

3. Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview at AIIMS Guwahati or a location decided by the Executive Director.

   • No TA/DA will be paid for the interview.

   • Original documents must be produced at the time of interview.

Important Terms & Conditions

• Rolling Advertisement: This advertisement is valid for one year. Candidates who become eligible later can apply for subsequent cut-off dates.

• Private Practice: Strictly prohibited.

• Posting: Candidates may be posted at rural/urban health centers attached to the Institute.

• Accommodation: Subject to availability. HRA will be paid as per rules if accommodation is not provided.

• NOC: Government employees must produce a No Objection Certificate (Annexure-I) at the time of interview.

• OBC Certificate: Must be for the current financial year and should include the "Non-Creamy Layer" clause.

• EWS Certificate: Must be valid for the year 2025-2026 and in the prescribed format (Annexure-IV).

• PwBD Reservation: 4% of vacancies are horizontally reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (OH-OL & BL).

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Conclusion

The AIIMS Guwahati Faculty Recruitment 2026 is a prestigious opportunity for medical professionals seeking to advance their academic careers in a top-tier central institute. With 64 vacancies across multiple departments and a rolling advertisement format, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early.

Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria as of the cut-off date, prepare your documents meticulously, and submit your online application before 23rd March 2026, followed by the hard copy by 06th April 2026.

Stay tuned to the official AIIMS Guwahati website for any corrigendum or updates.

Good luck with your application!