Preventive and Social Medicine (P.S.M.) – Senior Resident / Tutor – Bihar Health Department Recruitment 2026 (III)
Health Department, Government of Bihar
● Open (Closing: 23 Nov 2026)
Advt: 2026 (III)
Total Vacancies
52 Posts
Last Date
23 Nov 2026
Recruitment Overview & Official Notification Short Information
Official recruitment summary and core notification highlights.
Appointment to the post of Senior Resident / Tutor in State Medical Colleges and Hospitals under the Health Department, Government of Bihar, for a three-year tenure.
Job Profile & Career Progression
Official role responsibilities, department organization, and career growth ladder.
About the Department
Health Department, Government of Bihar.
Educational Eligibility & Age Criteria
Minimum academic qualifications, degree disciplines, and age limits as per notification.
Qualification
Postgraduate qualification in the concerned specialty.
Eligible Subjects / Streams
Preventive and Social Medicine
Experience Required
Government / semi-government service experience in Bihar is considered for additional marks. 3 marks for each completed year, maximum 10 marks.
Age Limit
Unreserved Male: 37 years • BC / EBC Male and Female: 40 years • Unreserved Female: 40 years • SC / ST Male and Female: 42 years
Age Cut-off Date
01 Aug 2026
Age Relaxation
Bihar State Health Service cadre members: 5 years’ age relaxation. • PwD candidates: 10 years’ age relaxation, subject to the notification’s stated provisions.
Nationality
Indian
Selection Process & Examination Stages
Sequential recruitment workflow and candidate examination milestones.
01
Stage 01
Phase 1 of 3
Qualifying / Screening Round
Application Screening and Eligibility Verification:
02
Stage 02
Phase 2 of 3
Qualifying / Screening Round
Merit / Marks Calculation
03
Stage 03
Final Milestone
Final Merit & Recommendation
Counselling / Document Verification
Process Scheme & Important Instructions
Official Guideline
Selection is based on the marks / points specified in the notification. Minimum qualifying score for appointment is 16 points. If only one or two vacancies are available in a subject or department, candidates from BHS / PGS / PGO are given priority according to the notification. The decision regarding selected candidates and posting is final as specified by the department.
Examination Scheme & Details
Test pattern, duration, marking structure, and minimum qualifying criteria.
Minimum Qualifying Marks
7 Categories Configured
Minimum Qualifying Marks
7 Categories Configured
| Category | Passing Marks / % |
|---|---|
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General
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
SC
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
ST
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
OBC
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
EWS
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
PwD
|
Minimum 16 points for appointment |
|
Other categories
|
Minimum 16 points |
Required Documents & Certificates
Certificates and files needed for online application, reservation claims & scrutiny.
Required Documents Checklist
1 Documents Listed
Required Documents Checklist
1 Documents Listed
| Document / Certificate Name | Requirement Status |
|---|---|
|
Required document details will be shared with you via email after booking our Professional Apply Service.
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If Applicable |
Claim & Reservation Documents
6 Certificates Configured
Claim & Reservation Documents
6 Certificates Configured
| Reservation / Claim Category Document | Condition / Rule |
|---|---|
|
SC/ST Certificate
|
Yes |
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EWS Income Certificate
|
Yes |
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OBC Certificate
|
Yes |
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PwD Certificate
|
Yes |
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Domicile Certificate
|
Yes |
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Freedom Fighter Quota
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Yes |
Application Fee & Category-Wise Structure
Official prescribed fees, category exemptions, and transaction charges.
Category-Wise Prescribed Fees
11 Categories Listed
Category-Wise Prescribed Fees
11 Categories Listed
General / UR
₹ 2,250/-
OBC
₹ 2,250/-
EWS
₹ 2,250/-
SC
₹ 2,250/-
ST
₹ 2,250/-
Female Candidates
₹ 2,250/-
PwD (Divyang)
₹ 2,250/-
Ex-Servicemen
₹ 2,250/-
Freedom Fighter Dependents
₹ 2,250/-
EBC
₹ 2,250/-
BC
₹ 2,250/-
Application Fee Summary (Overall)
Prescribed Fee Details
Application Fee Summary (Overall)
Prescribed Fee Details
As Per Category
Accepted Payment Modes & Gateways
Online & Offline Modes
Accepted Payment Modes & Gateways
Online & Offline Modes
Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking and UPI. Additional processing charges are payable. The counselling fee is non-refundable.
Important Dates & Official Timeline
Complete schedule of official notifications, online application dates, fee deadlines, and exam timeline.
Recruitment Stage
Status
Timeline Date
Online Application Begins
Opening Date of Registration
Registration Started
02 Nov 2026
Registration Started
Last Date to Apply Online
Strict Submission Deadline
Closing Deadline (11:59 PM)
23 Nov 2026
Closing Deadline (11:59 PM)
Fee Payment Last Date
Online Payment Closes
Payment Cutoff
23 Nov 2026
Payment Cutoff
Application Correction Window
Online Correction Window
Edit Portal
24-11-2026
Edit Portal
| Recruitment Event / Stage | Important Date | Status & Details |
|---|---|---|
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Online Application Begins
Opening Date of Registration
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02 Nov 2026 | Registration Started |
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Last Date to Apply Online
Strict Submission Deadline
|
23 Nov 2026 | Closing Deadline (11:59 PM) |
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Fee Payment Last Date
Online Payment Closes
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23 Nov 2026 | Payment Cutoff |
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Application Correction Window
Online Correction Window
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24-11-2026 | Edit Portal |
Official Links & Direct Downloads
Verified official notification PDF downloads, department website, and syllabus links.
Download Official Notification (PDF)
Official gazette advertisement & rules
Official Department Website
Visit the official organization page
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Candidate Advisory:
Selection for government posts is strictly based on merit and competitive examinations. The recruiting body never appoints agents or charges unauthorized fees.