Puducherry • Jipmer

Jipmer Deputy Director Recruitment

Official recruitment notice issued by Jipmer for the post of Deputy Director. Review verified pay structure, eligibility, vacancies, and application guidelines.

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Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER Puducherry)
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Portal: jipmer.edu.in

Key Recruitment Specifications

Total Vacancies
1 Posts
Pay Scale / Salary
Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13)
Age Criteria
18 to 30 Years
Application Deadline
2026-08-02

Category-Wise Vacancy Reservation

URTotal
11
Crucial Recruitment Schedule
Application Deadline2026-08-02

Essential Educational Qualification

Ph.D / Doctorate, MBBS / Medical Degree, Post Graduate (Master's Degree). Candidates must ensure all certificates are verified prior to the cutoff date.

Selection Methodology

Personal Interview.

Frequently Asked Questions

The last date for submitting online applications is 2026-08-02. Candidates are advised to complete registration before the cutoff date to avoid portal traffic.
The remuneration is structured as Rs. 123,100 - 144,200 (Level-13). Selected candidates are also eligible for Central/State Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and statutory pension contributions.
Applicants must possess Ph.D / Doctorate, MBBS / Medical Degree, Post Graduate (Master's Degree). Candidates must ensure certificates and degrees are issued prior to the application cutoff.
The selection methodology involves: Personal Interview.
Related Openings under Jipmer
Cadre DesignationVacanciesPay LevelDeadline
Advisor 1 Rs. 25,500 - 29,200 2026-09-30
Director 20 Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 2026-08-14
Junior Administrative Assistant / Executive 1 Level-2 (Rs. 19,900 2024-03-06
Director 1 Rs. 123,100 - 144,20 2026-08-11
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Application Procedure & Document Submission Roadmap

1

Candidates must visit the official Jipmer recruitment portal, navigate to the active notifications tab for the Deputy Director cadre, and initiate the registration process by providing a valid email address and mobile number.

2

Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) by filling out personal details, educational qualifications, and professional experience, generating a unique registration ID and secure password for all future portal interactions.

3

Log in using the OTR credentials to upload scanned copies of recent passport-size photographs, signature, category certificates, and requisite academic or experience documents strictly adhering to the specified dimension and format guidelines.

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Proceed to the integrated payment gateway to remit the non-refundable application fee based on candidate category, ensuring a transaction success receipt is generated and linked to the application profile.

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Submit the final application form and download a PDF copy for personal records. Subsequently, monitor the portal for official announcements regarding the issuance and downloading of the computer-based test admit card.

Comprehensive Selection Process & Syllabus Framework

The candidate evaluation matrix for Jipmer Deputy Director Recruitment is governed by standardized testing protocols designed to assess core competency, analytical reasoning, and specialized domain knowledge.

Selection Phase / Exam PaperWeightage & DurationCore Syllabus Scope & Evaluation Focus
Stage 1: Computer Based Test Screening 200 Marks | 180 Minutes General Intelligence and Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation, General Awareness and Current Affairs, English Language and Comprehension
Stage 2: Cadre Domain Specialization 150 Marks | 120 Minutes Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management, Public Administration and Central Government Rules (FR/SR, CCS Conduct Rules), Financial Management, Procurement, and GeM Guidelines, Medical Ethics, Hospital Planning, and Statutory Compliance
Stage 3: Document Verification and Medical Examination Qualifying Nature Verification of Original Educational and Experience Certificates, Validation of Caste, Category, and Income & Asset Certificates, Comprehensive Medical Fitness Evaluation by Jipmer Medical Board
Stage 4: Final Merit List and Appointment Aggregate Scoring Consolidated Score Calculation from Written Examinations, Application of Vertical and Horizontal Reservation Rosters, Final Offer of Appointment and Police Verification Protocol

7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Compensation Structure

The Deputy Director position at Jipmer typically falls under Level 11 of the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix, corresponding to the pre-revised Pay Band-3 with Grade Pay of Rs 6600. The entry basic pay is set at Rs 67,700 per month. Factoring in the current Dearness Allowance (DA) calculated at 53 percent, which amounts to Rs 35,881, and House Rent Allowance (HRA) varying at 27, 18, or 9 percent depending on the city classification (e.g., Puducherry or Karaikal), employees receive a substantial housing component. Transport Allowance (TA) with applicable DA adds approximately Rs 7,200. The initial gross monthly salary aggregates to roughly Rs 1,15,000 to Rs 1,22,000. Deductions under the National Pension System (NPS) at 10 percent of basic plus DA, along with professional tax and income tax, yield an estimated in-hand net salary ranging between Rs 98,000 and Rs 1,05,000 per month, supplemented by medical and LTC benefits.

Statutory Reservation & Age Relaxation Guidelines

Reservation policies strictly adhere to Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) Office Memorandum guidelines and constitutional provisions for Central Autonomous Bodies. Vertical reservations provide statutory age relaxations and seat allocations of 15 percent for Scheduled Castes (SC), 7.5 percent for Scheduled Tribes (ST), and 27 percent for Other Backward Classes (OBC) non-creamy layer, with a 5-year relaxation for SC/ST and 3-year for OBC upper age limits. PwBD candidates receive up to 10 years of age relaxation with horizontal quota implementation. Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) are accommodated under the 10 percent vertical quota subject to income and asset certificate verification. Women candidates and specific reserved categories are extended fee concessions or exemptions as mandated by central recruitment norms.

Recruitment & Examination FAQs — Jipmer Deputy Director Recruitment

What is the expected qualifying cutoff for the Jipmer Deputy Director exam?

The minimum qualifying cutoff is typically fixed at 50 percent for Unreserved and EWS categories, and 40 percent for SC, ST, and OBC candidates, subject to variation based on overall candidate performance and vacancy count.

Is normalisation of marks applied if the examination is conducted in multiple shifts?

Yes, normalisation formulas prescribed by standard government testing agencies are implemented to adjust for variations in difficulty levels across different examination shifts before final merit preparation.

Is there any mandatory service bond required upon selection to this cadre?

Selected candidates are generally required to execute a surety bond committing to a mandatory minimum service period with Jipmer, failing which liquidated damages must be paid as per institutional rules.

What is the probation period prescribed for direct recruits to the Deputy Director post?

Directly recruited candidates undergo a statutory probation period of two years from the date of joining, during which performance, conduct, and training evaluations are systematically monitored.

Can candidates from states other than Puducherry apply for this recruitment?

Yes, this is an All-India Central Government recruitment under an Institute of National Importance, and eligible citizens from all states and union territories can apply.

What are the primary posting locations for successful candidates?

Selected candidates are primarily posted at Jipmer campuses, including the main facility in Puducherry and its expansion units or associated regional centres such as Karaikal.