Vacancies: 24 · Posts: 2 designations · Type: Central Statutory Authority · Direct Recruitment · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹3,000 (General/OBC) / ₹2,500 (SC/ST/EWS) / Nil (PwBD/Ex-SM) · Apply: From 16 November 2026 · Salary: Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500 + NPA) · Selection: Written Exam + Interview · Location: All-India
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), a central statutory body under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, has invited online applications for 24 Medical Officer posts through direct recruitment. The NIA Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026 (PDF) dated 30 October 2026 carries the full terms. ESIC runs the country’s social security scheme for insured workers and their families, delivering medical care through its hospitals and dispensaries.
The drive covers 19 Medical Officer (Ayurveda) posts and 5 Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) posts. Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India. ESIC Medical Officer Bharti 2026 covers 24 posts open to candidates from all over India.
Applications open on the National Institute of Ayurveda website from 16 November 2026 and close on 15 December 2026. Only online applications on www.nia.nic.in are accepted.
⚠️ Application Alerts: check these before you submit the form.
- OBC and EWS certificates must be in the Government of India format and valid for 2026-27; otherwise, the application is rejected summarily.
- Government servants must upload a No Objection Certificate while filling the form, or submit it at the interview.
- The photograph must be recent (not more than 10 days old) with the face occupying three-fourths of the frame; any change in appearance later can bar the candidate.
- 🎯 Three vacancies in Medical Officer (Ayurveda) are reserved for PwBD (category c-2 and d&e-1).
- 🎯 One vacancy in Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) is reserved for PwBD.
📋 Official Source Chain: where the facts in this article were confirmed.
- Official notice: Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026, dated 30 October 2026 — NIA Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026 (PDF)
- Official application route: Online only at www.nia.nic.in; fee paid online; no hard copy.
- Official updates page: National Institute of Ayurveda website
- Last checked: 8 November 2026, 6:02 PM IST
On this page
Who Should Apply? (Quick Eligibility Check)
- Degree in Ayurveda + enrolment on the Central or State Register of Indian Medicine → Medical Officer (Ayurveda) – 19 posts
- Degree in Homoeopathy + enrolment on the Central or State Register of Homoeopathy → Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) – 5 posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Application Start | 16 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 December 2026 |
| Admit Card / Call Letter | To be notified |
| Written Test Date | To be notified |
Quick Overview – ESIC Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Organisation: Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)
- Sector: Healthcare & Medical
- Recruitment / Exam Name: Medical Officer (Ayurveda & Homoeopathy)
- Notification / Advertisement No.: ESIC/NIA 2/2026 (ESIC short notice A/184/2026-Exam (E 1762090))
- Post(s): Medical Officer (Ayurveda), Medical Officer (Homoeopathy)
- Total Vacancies: 24 (2 designations)
- Job Location: Anywhere in India (as per functional requirement)
- Job Type / Nature: Central Statutory Authority · Direct Recruitment
- Salary: Level 10, Pay Matrix ₹56,100–1,77,500 plus NPA as per Central Government orders
- Apply Between: 16 November 2026 to 15 December 2026
- Apply Online: NIA online application portal (opens 16 November 2026)
- Notification PDF: NIA Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026 (PDF)
- Official Portal: National Institute of Ayurveda website
What Posts Are Available? – ESIC Medical Officer Vacancy 2026
Medical Officer (Ayurveda) holds 19 of the 24 seats (about 79 per cent). Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) has 5 single-stream seats. Three Ayurveda seats and one Homoeopathy seat are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (UR) | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Ayurveda) | 19 | Not exceeding 35 years | Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500 + NPA) |
| Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) | 5 | Not exceeding 35 years | Level 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500 + NPA) |
Category-wise Vacancies
| Post | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR | Total | PwBD (included) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Ayurveda) | 4 | NIL | 4 | 1 | 10 | 19 | 3 (c-2 and d&e-1) |
| Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) | 1 | 1 | 1 | NIL | 2 | 5 | 1 |
| Total | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 12 | 24 | 4 |
Who Is Eligible for ESIC Medical Officer 2026? – Education, Age & Domicile
Nationality, Domicile & Basic Requirements
- Nationality: Applicants must be a Citizen of India.
- Domicile / local condition: The notice states no domicile or residence condition.
Educational Qualification
- Medical Officer (Ayurveda): A Degree in Ayurveda from a recognised University or statutory State Board or Council or Faculty of Indian Medicine under the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (48 of 1970). Enrolment on the Central Register of Indian Medicine or State Register of Indian Medicine.
- Medical Officer (Homoeopathy): Degree in Homoeopathy from a recognised University or Statutory State Board or Council or equivalent recognised under the Homoeopathy Central Council Act, 1973 (59 of 1973). Enrolment on the Central Register of Homoeopathy or State Register of Homoeopathy.
- Qualification must be held by: Not stated in the notice beyond the closing date for age.
What Is the Age Limit? (as on 15 December 2026)
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| All applicants | Not printed | 35 years | Up to 5 years for regular/permanent ESIC employees and Government servants; SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders |
The crucial date for determining age is the closing date for filling online applications.
Examples:
- ✅ A 34-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1992 — eligible (as on 15 December 2026).
- ❌ A 36-year-old UR candidate born on 1 January 1990 — not eligible (one full year over the limit).
Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.
Reservation & PwBD Suitability
- Reservation: Vertical reservation as printed in the category table. Horizontal reservation for PwBD as noted.
- PwBD: Medical Officer (Ayurveda) is identified as suitable for OL, OA, D, LC(i)(ii), AAV and certain multiple disabilities (functional requirements include C, RW, S, SE, ST, W, MF, H). Medical Officer (Homoeopathy) is identified as suitable for OL, OA, D, LC(i)(ii), AAV and certain multiple disabilities (functional requirements include C, MF, RW, S, SE, ST, W, BN, H).
What Is the Medical Officer Salary? – Pay Scale & Benefits
The posts carry Level 10 in the pay matrix (₹56,100–1,77,500) plus Non-Practising Allowance admissible as per Central Government orders amended from time to time. Usual allowances under ESIC rules also apply.
Indicative starting gross (basic ₹56,100 + DA 63% as per Department of Expenditure OM dated 29 October 2026 + HRA) varies by city class and excludes NPA and deductions such as NPS. The official appointment letter prevails.
Use our 7th CPC Salary Calculator for an indicative in-hand figure. This calculator gives an indicative estimate; the official method in the notification prevails.
What Is the Application Fee?
| Category | Application Fee | Other Printed Charges | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3,000 | — | ₹3,000 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2,500 | — | ₹2,500 |
| PwBD / Ex-Servicemen | Nil | — | Nil |
Payment mode: Online while filling the application.
Refund: The fees remitted will not be refunded under any circumstances, including rejection of the application. Short or part payment leads to rejection.
How to Apply for ESIC Medical Officer 2026?
The ESIC Medical Officer online form 2026 is filled at www.nia.nic.in from 16 November 2026 to 15 December 2026.
- Open the NIA online application portal (opens on 16 November 2026).
- Register and fill out the online application.
- Upload a recent colour photograph (50–100 KB, face occupying three-fourths, not more than 10 days old) and a legible signature (50–100 KB).
- Upload mark sheets of all years of the professional degree, registration certificate, and category/PwBD/ESM certificates if applicable.
- Pay the application processing and intimation fee online.
- Submit and save the confirmation.
Photo or signature over the limit? Use our Photo and Signature Resizer to match the printed size and format.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Uploading a photograph older than 10 days or where the face does not occupy three-fourths of the frame.
- Submitting an OBC or EWS certificate that is not in the Government of India format or not valid for 2026-27.
- Paying a short amount; the application is rejected without notice.
- Changing appearance (beard, hair style, spectacles) after uploading the photograph.
- Missing the closing date because of website delay; NIA/ESIC accepts no responsibility for late submissions.
What Can Get Your Application Rejected?
| Rule | What the notice says | Clause |
|---|---|---|
| Invalid OBC/EWS certificate | Certificate not in GoI form or not valid for 2026-27 leads to summary rejection | Instruction 2 |
| Missing documents | Absence of mark sheets, registration, or category certificates leads to summary rejection; fee not refunded | Instruction 7 |
| Short fee payment | Short or partial payment leads to rejection without notice | Instruction 10 |
| Photo/signature rules | Missing, wrong size, not recent, or appearance mismatch leads to summary rejection | Instruction 11 |
| No NOC for govt employees | Application not considered if NOC not uploaded or submitted at interview | Instruction 6 |
| Refusal of videography | Candidate not allowed to appear in the written test | Instruction 16 |
| False information | Application and candidature summarily rejected; penal action may follow | Instruction 20 |
ESIC मेडिकल ऑफिसर भर्ती 2026 – 24 पद
कर्मचारी राज्य बीमा निगम (ESIC) ने आयुर्वेद और होम्योपैथी में मेडिकल ऑफिसर के 24 पदों पर सीधी भर्ती के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन आमंत्रित किए हैं। आवेदन 16 नवंबर 2026 से 15 दिसंबर 2026 तक www.nia.nic.in पर भरे जाएंगे।
अंतिम तिथि कब है?
15 दिसंबर 2026। आवेदन 16 नवंबर 2026 से शुरू होंगे।
कौन आवेदन कर सकता है?
आयुर्वेद में डिग्री और सेंट्रल/स्टेट रजिस्टर पर नामांकन वाले 19 पदों के लिए। होम्योपैथी में डिग्री और रजिस्टर में नामांकन वाले 5 पदों के लिए। अधिकतम आयु 35 वर्ष (15 दिसंबर 2026 को)।
आवेदन कैसे करें?
केवल ऑनलाइन www.nia.nic.in पर। फोटो हाल की (10 दिन से अधिक पुरानी नहीं) और साइज के अनुसार अपलोड करें। शुल्क जनरल/ओबीसी ₹3000, एससी/एसटी/ईडब्ल्यूएस ₹2500; पीडब्ल्यूबीडी और पूर्व सैनिकों के लिए शून्य।
वेतन और चयन कैसे होगा?
पे लेवल 10 (₹56,100–1,77,500) + एनपीए। चयन लिखित परीक्षा (80%) और इंटरव्यू (20%) पर। चयनित उम्मीदवार भारत में कहीं भी तैनात हो सकते हैं। आधिकारिक वेबसाइट www.nia.nic.in।
How Are Candidates Selected?
- Written examination (weightage 80 per cent).
- Interview (weightage 20 per cent) of shortlisted and successful candidates.
Admit cards will be uploaded on the NIA website only. Videography and photography of candidates called for the written test will be taken; refusal means the candidate will not be allowed to appear.
No exam pattern, syllabus or negative marking is printed in the notice. Future instructions will appear on the NIA website.
The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst's Take – Is This Recruitment for You?
The written examination carries 80 per cent weightage and the interview 20 per cent, so the written stage decides most of the final score. With 19 Ayurveda seats and only 5 Homoeopathy seats, Ayurveda candidates compete for a larger pool while Homoeopathy candidates face a tighter field. Three Ayurveda seats and one Homoeopathy seat are reserved for PwBD, which narrows the open competition for those categories.
Best fit: Registered Ayurveda or Homoeopathy graduates who hold a valid Central or State Register enrolment, are under 35 years as on 15 December 2026, and can clear a written examination followed by an interview.
Skip if you lack the required degree or register enrolment, or if you need a fixed posting location; selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.
Practical tip: Prepare a recent colour photograph (face occupying three-fourths, not more than 10 days old) and ensure your OBC or EWS certificate is in the Government of India format and valid for 2026-27 before the portal opens on 16 November 2026.
What Documents Are Required?
At Application
- Colour photograph (recent, not more than 10 days old, 50–100 KB, face occupying three-fourths).
- Legible signature (50–100 KB).
- Mark sheets of all years of the professional degree.
- Enrolment/registration certificate (Central or State Register).
- Category, PwBD or Ex-Servicemen certificate if claiming reservation or fee exemption (OBC/EWS must be in GoI form and valid for 2026-27).
- No Objection Certificate for government employees (or at interview).
⚠️ Document Alert Specific to This Recruitment
- OBC and EWS certificates must be valid for the year 2026-27.
- Photograph must not be older than 10 days, and the face must occupy three-fourths of the frame.
What Are the Service Conditions?
- Selected candidates are liable to be posted anywhere in India depending on availability of posts and administrative requirement.
- Pay scales carry usual allowances admissible in the Corporation under relevant Government of India rules.
What Happens After Selection?
- Final selection list based on written examination (80 per cent) and interview (20 per cent).
- Appointment and posting anywhere in India.
✅ Confirmed: Written exam and interview stages.
❓ Not specified: Medical examination, police verification or training details.
General Instructions & Important Rules
- All further information, results and corrigenda will be posted only on the NIA website.
- NIA/ESIC will not be responsible for any delay or failure in filling the online application by the closing date.
- ESIC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies, withdraw any or all posts, or reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.
Contact & Helpline
The 30 October 2026 advertisement does not print a recruitment helpline or email. Check the National Institute of Ayurveda website for updates.
⚠️ Contact details are from the official notification/website. Verify before contacting. Never pay money to anyone offering job assistance. Report fraud at cybercrime.gov.in
Important Links – ESIC Medical Officer Notification 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | NIA online application portal (opens 16 November 2026) |
| Notification PDF | NIA Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026 (PDF) |
| Official Recruitment Page | National Institute of Ayurveda website |
FAQs – ESIC Medical Officer 2026
What is the last date to apply for ESIC Medical Officer 2026?
15 December 2026. Applications open on 16 November 2026. No extension has been announced as of 8 November 2026.
What is the age limit for ESIC Medical Officer (Ayurveda)?
Not exceeding 35 years as on 15 December 2026. Relaxation up to 5 years for regular ESIC employees and Government servants; further relaxation for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen as per Central Government orders.
When is the ESIC Medical Officer exam date in 2026?
Not announced yet; NIA will publish it on the official website. Selection is by written examination (80 per cent) followed by an interview (20 per cent).
What is the Medical Officer salary in ESIC 2026?
Level 10, Pay Matrix ₹56,100–1,77,500 plus Non-Practising Allowance as per Central Government orders.
Can final-year students apply for this recruitment?
Not stated in the notice. The crucial date for age is the closing date; confirm qualification attainment with NIA before applying.
Is this Medical Officer post a permanent government job?
The notice advertises the posts by direct recruitment on Level 10. Probation and confirmation details are not printed.
Can candidates from other states apply?
Yes. The notice states no domicile or residence condition. Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in India.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Anywhere in India depending on availability of posts and administrative requirement.
What is the official website for ESIC recruitment?
The National Institute of Ayurveda website hosts the online application and all updates for this recruitment
Before You Apply: Quick Self-Check
- You meet the age condition as on 15 December 2026 and hold the required degree with registered enrolment.
- You meet the condition that decides this recruitment: valid degree and Central/State Register enrolment for the stream you choose.
- You can produce every document and certificate the notice requires.
- You are ready for the selection stage that applies to your post: written examination followed by an interview.
- You accept the posting terms: anywhere in India.
📄 Primary source: Vacancy Notification No. ESIC/NIA 2/2026, National Institute of Ayurveda, dated 30 October 2026 (linked under Important Links). Recruitment facts above come from that notice; tips and estimates are labelled where they appear.
