The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Bihta, Patna, Bihar, has released the ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026 Notification for 59 Faculty vacancies. The recruitment is being conducted for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts on a contractual basis.
Candidates possessing the required medical qualifications as per National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines and valid medical registration can apply for these vacancies. Interested and eligible applicants must submit their application through email on or before 18 November 2026 (12:00 Noon).
The selection of candidates will be based on their academic credentials and performance in an offline interview conducted by the Selection Board. Candidates are advised to check the official notification carefully before submitting their applications.
ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) |
| Institution | ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Bihta, Patna |
| Recruitment Name | ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement Number | 15 of 2026 |
| Post Names | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor |
| Total Vacancies | 59 |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Job Location | Bihta, Patna, Bihar |
| Qualification | As per NMC (MCI) guidelines |
| Age Limit | Maximum 69 Years |
| Salary | ₹67,700 – ₹1,18,500 per month (Fixed Basic) |
| Application Mode | |
| Selection Process | Academic Credentials and Interview |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 November 2026 |
| Official Website | mcpatna.esic.gov.in |
Vacancy Details
ESIC MCH Bihta has announced a total of 59 vacancies across three faculty positions.
| Post Name | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Professor | 16 |
| Associate Professor | 26 |
| Assistant Professor | 17 |
| Total | 59 |
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 16 |
| Associate Professor | 8 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 26 |
| Assistant Professor | 10 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 17 |
| Total | 24 | 12 | 10 | 6 | 7 | 59 |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for ESIC MCH Bihta Faculty Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the educational qualification and other eligibility conditions prescribed in the official notification.
Educational Qualification
| Post Name | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Professor | As per NMC (MCI) guidelines |
| Associate Professor | As per NMC (MCI) guidelines |
| Assistant Professor | As per NMC (MCI) guidelines |
Candidates must possess updated registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) or the respective State Medical Council.
Additional Eligibility Conditions:
- Candidates must fulfil the applicable NMC eligibility requirements for the respective faculty position and department.
- Applicants working in Government, Autonomous or Statutory institutions should preferably bring a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or proof that they have applied for an NOC at the time of interview.
- Private practice will not be permitted after joining.
- Retired or working Professors may also apply for vacant Associate Professor positions. Their salary will be as per the Professor pay scale.
Age Limit
The maximum age limit for all three faculty positions is 69 years.
| Post Name | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Professor | 69 Years |
| Associate Professor | 69 Years |
| Assistant Professor | 69 Years |
Age Calculation Date: 18 November 2026.
Salary
Selected candidates will receive a fixed basic monthly salary along with other applicable allowances.
| Post Name | Fixed Basic Salary |
|---|---|
| Professor | ₹1,18,500 per month |
| Associate Professor | ₹78,800 per month |
| Assistant Professor | ₹67,700 per month |
The monthly payment will be calculated according to attendance recorded in the Biometric Attendance System.
Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee according to their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | No Fee |
| Female Candidates | No Fee |
| ESIC Regular Employees | No Fee |
| Defence Ex-Servicemen | No Fee |
| PH Candidates | No Fee |
| All Other Categories | ₹500 |
Payment Mode: Demand Draft (DD).
The Demand Draft must be drawn in favour of:
ESIC HOSPITAL BIHTA SB ACC-2, payable at Bihta, Patna.
SBI Branch Code: 01217.
Candidates should check the official notification for detailed fee submission instructions.
Important Dates
| Last Date for Email Application | 18 November 2026 |
| Application Submission Deadline | 12:00 Noon |
| Age Calculation Date | 18 November 2026 |
| Interview for Pre and Para Clinical Departments | 19 November 2026 |
| Interview for Clinical Departments | Mentioned as 20 October 2026 in the recruitment listing |
Important: The listed clinical department interview date of 20 October 2026 appears earlier than the application deadline. Candidates must verify the correct interview date from the official notification before attending.
Selection Process
The selection of eligible candidates will be based on the following stages:
- Evaluation of Academic Credentials.
- Interview before the Selection Board.
The interview will be conducted in offline mode. Candidates will be assessed based on their academic qualifications, experience and performance during the interview.
The final selection result will be published on the official ESIC websites. Selected candidates will receive their appointment offers through email.
Documents Required
Candidates should prepare the following documents before attending the interview:
- Class 10th certificate or admit card as proof of date of birth.
- MBBS marksheets, attempt certificates and degree certificate.
- Valid EWS/OBC/EBC/SC/ST certificate, wherever applicable.
- Updated State Medical Council/NMC registration certificate.
- Experience certificates.
- Proof of publications, wherever applicable.
- Relieving certificate from the previous employer, if applicable.
- Aadhaar Card.
- ICMR/NMC-conducted Biomedical Research Examination completion certificate, if available.
- NOC or proof of NOC application, wherever applicable.
Candidates must carry original documents along with the required self-attested copies.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply for ESIC MCH Bihta Faculty Recruitment 2026 through email by following the steps below:
- Visit the official ESIC MCH Bihta website.
- Download the ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026 notification and prescribed application form.
- Read the eligibility conditions and application instructions carefully.
- Fill out the application form in the prescribed format.
- Submit a separate application for each post, if applying for multiple positions.
- Attach scanned copies of all required documents and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee through Demand Draft.
- Scan the completed application form and supporting documents.
- Send the application to the official recruitment email address: dean-bihta.bh@esic.gov.in.
- Ensure that the application reaches the authority on or before 18 November 2026, 12:00 Noon.
Candidates must submit the original application form, supporting documents and original Demand Draft (where applicable) to the Dean, ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Bihta, Patna, on the interview date.
Address for Submission:
The Dean,
ESIC Medical College & Hospital,
Bihta, Patna – 801103, Bihar.
Important Links
| Download Official Notification | ESIC Recruitment Notification PDF |
| Apply Through Email | dean-bihta.bh@esic.gov.in |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Instructions for Candidates
- Applications must be submitted before the specified deadline.
- Incomplete applications may be rejected.
- Separate applications are required for different posts.
- Candidates must fulfil the NMC eligibility requirements.
- Private practice is not permitted after joining.
- The engagement period is one year or until the candidate attains 70 years of age, whichever is earlier.
- Either party may terminate the engagement by giving one month’s prior notice.
- No PF, pension, gratuity, medical allowance, seniority or promotion benefits will be admissible.
- Absence for more than seven days without permission may result in automatic termination.
- No TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview or submitting documents.
- The number of vacancies is provisional and may increase or decrease.
Candidates are strongly advised to download and read Advertisement No. 15 of 2026 before applying.
FAQs – ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available under ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
A total of 59 vacancies have been announced for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts.
Q2. Which posts are available in ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
The available posts are Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor.
Q3. What is the educational qualification required for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must possess the required medical qualifications and experience as prescribed under the National Medical Commission (NMC) guidelines for the respective faculty posts.
Q4. What is the maximum age limit for ESIC MCH Bihta Faculty Recruitment 2026?
The maximum age limit is 69 years for Professor, Associate Professor and Assistant Professor posts.
Q5. What is the salary offered under ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
The fixed monthly basic salary is:
Professor: ₹1,18,500
Associate Professor: ₹78,800
Assistant Professor: ₹67,700
Q6. What is the application fee for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
The application fee is ₹500 for other categories. SC/ST, female, ESIC regular employees, Defence Ex-Servicemen and PH candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q7. What is the selection process for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
Candidates will be selected based on the evaluation of academic credentials and performance in an offline interview.
Q8. What is the last date to apply for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
The last date for submitting the application through email is 18 November 2026, up to 12:00 Noon.
Q9. How can candidates apply for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply by downloading the prescribed application form, filling it out and sending the completed form along with supporting documents to dean-bihta.bh@esic.gov.in.
Q10. What is the official email address for ESIC MCH Bihta Recruitment 2026?
The official recruitment email address is dean-bihta.bh@esic.gov.in.