Bihar Health Department has released the prospectus for recruitment to the posts of Senior Resident/Tutor on Tenure for Three Years in the state's medical colleges and hospitals. The recruitment is being conducted under the Bihar Medical Service Recruitment, Appointment and Promotion Rules and the relevant amended rules.
A total of 575 Senior Resident/Tutor vacancies have been announced in various departments. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) website. The online registration process will start on 2 November 2026, and the last date for registration and submission of the online application is 23 November 2026 up to 10:00 PM.
Candidates should carefully check the subject-wise qualification, age limit, reservation requirements, merit calculation and other conditions before applying for Bihar Senior Resident/Tutor Recruitment 2026.
Official Notification PDF: BCECEB Senior Resident/ Tutor Recruitment 2026
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Health Department, Government of Bihar |
| Recruitment | Senior Resident/Tutor Recruitment 2026 (III) |
| Post Name | Senior Resident / Tutor |
| Tenure | Three Years |
| Total Vacancies | 575 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 02 November 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 23 November 2026 - 10:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment & Application Submission | 23 November 2026 - 11:59 PM |
| Application Editing | 24 November 2026 - 11:59 PM |
| Application Fee | ₹2,250 |
| Job Location | Medical Colleges and Hospitals in Bihar |
| Official Website | bceceboard.bihar.gov.in |
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Vacancy 2026
The Bihar Health Department has announced 575 vacancies for Senior Resident/Tutor positions. The vacancies are distributed among various medical departments, including Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Physiology, Community Medicine, Radiodiagnosis, Skin and VD, Anaesthesiology, Radiotherapy, and TB & Chest.
| Sl. No. | Department | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anatomy | 56 |
| 2 | Biochemistry | 55 |
| 3 | Pharmacology | 58 |
| 4 | Physiology | 57 |
| 5 | Community Medicine | 52 |
| 6 | Radiodiagnosis | 68 |
| 7 | Skin and VD | 56 |
| 8 | Anaesthesiology | 33 |
| 9 | Radiotherapy | 72 |
| 10 | TB and Chest | 68 |
| Total | All Departments | 575 |
The detailed category-wise vacancy table is provided in the prospectus. The department-wise table on pages 10 and 11 gives the total of 575 posts, with reservation distribution across the prescribed categories.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Salary
Selected candidates appointed to the Tutor post will receive an honorarium of ₹1,15,000 per month. Doctors who are already working and drawing salary in the Bihar Health Service Cadre will receive their existing pay along with Dearness Allowance and other admissible allowances as applicable.
The prospectus specifies the ₹1,15,000 monthly honorarium for appointment as Tutor.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Educational Qualification
As per the updated NMC guidelines and the Medical Institutions (Qualification of Faculty) Regulations, 2025, the prescribed qualification for appointment as Senior Resident/Tutor is generally a relevant postgraduate degree in the concerned subject/speciality.
The prospectus also recognizes DNB/DNB Super Speciality qualifications for Senior Resident/Tutor selection in accordance with the applicable NMC regulations.
Where sufficient candidates with the minimum prescribed postgraduate qualification are not available, candidates possessing the prescribed diploma qualification may also be considered, with the merit calculation specified in the prospectus.
For non-medical subjects such as Anatomy and Physiology, the prospectus specifies the relevant M.Sc./Ph.D. qualification requirements.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Nationality
The applicant must be a citizen of India.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit
The maximum age will be calculated as on 1 August 2026.
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Unreserved Male | 37 Years |
| BC/EBC Male and Female | 40 Years |
| Unreserved Female | 40 Years |
| SC/ST Male and Female | 42 Years |
| Bihar State Health Service Cadre Employees | Additional 5 Years Relaxation |
The prospectus states that the age limit is calculated with reference to 1 August 2026. It also provides a five-year relaxation in the upper age limit for members of the Bihar State Health Service cadre as permitted under the applicable rules.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Reservation
Reservation will be implemented according to the applicable reservation rules and policies of the Government of Bihar. Candidates claiming reservation benefits must possess the required valid certificates within the prescribed period.
BC/EBC candidates are required to submit a valid current financial-year Non-Creamy Layer certificate. EWS candidates must possess a valid EWS certificate for the current financial year. Candidates who are not permanent residents of Bihar are not eligible for reservation benefits under the Bihar state rules for these posts.
The prospectus also provides reservation provisions for eligible PwD candidates and grandchildren/great-grandchildren of freedom fighters as prescribed under the applicable rules.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee
The application/counselling fee for all candidates, including UR, EWS, EBC, BC, SC, ST and DQ (PwD) categories, is ₹2,250.
The fee is required to be paid online. Candidates can make the payment through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI. Additional processing charges may apply depending on the payment method.
The prospectus states that the paid counselling fee is non-refundable.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process
Selection for the Senior Resident/Tutor posts will be based on the comparative merit of eligible candidates. The prospectus specifies a marks-based merit calculation covering academic performance, postgraduate/speciality qualifications, relevant experience and interview performance.
Merit Calculation
Marks are awarded for performance in the three MBBS university examinations according to the aggregate percentage. Candidates can receive up to 5 marks based on the prescribed percentage range.
| Aggregate MBBS Marks | Merit Marks |
|---|---|
| 70% or above | 5 |
| 65% to below 70% | 4 |
| 60% to below 65% | 3 |
| 55% to below 60% | 2 |
| 50% to below 55% | 1 |
Additional marks are provided for the relevant speciality qualification. The prospectus also provides marks for MD/MS or equivalent postgraduate qualifications, Ph.D./DM/M.Ch., eligible government-sector experience in Bihar and the interview.
Up to 10 marks may be awarded for relevant MD/MS qualifications, another 10 marks for specified Ph.D./DM/M.Ch. qualifications, and up to 10 marks for qualifying experience in the Bihar government/associated sector. The interview carries 6 marks.
Important Eligibility Conditions
- The applicant must be an Indian citizen.
- The candidate must possess the prescribed postgraduate qualification in the relevant subject/speciality.
- DNB/DNB Super Speciality qualifications are considered as prescribed under the updated NMC regulations.
- The minimum age for appointment is 16 years as stated in the prospectus.
- Candidates who have already completed the three-year tenure as Senior Resident/Tutor in the applied subject are not eligible to apply for the same post again.
- Candidates must submit the required affidavit confirming that they have not previously completed the three-year tenure in the applied subject.
- Candidates against whom departmental proceedings, criminal proceedings or suspension-related matters are pending may not be considered as specified in the prospectus.
- The department will have the final authority regarding posting-related matters.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - How to Apply?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the BCECEB website. The application process consists of registration, filling in the application form, uploading the photograph and signature, previewing the application, final submission, payment of the counselling fee and downloading the confirmation page.
Step 1 - Registration
- Visit the official BCECEB website.
- Open the Online Portal of Senior Resident/Tutor under Health Department.
- Click on Apply for Senior Resident/Tutor.
- Select New Registration.
- Enter the required registration details.
- Use your own or your father/mother's email ID and mobile number.
- Verify the email ID and mobile number using the verification codes.
- Save the Registration Number and Password securely.
Step 2 - Fill the Application Form
- Sign in using the Registration Number and Password.
- Select the department for which you wish to apply.
- Enter personal information.
- Enter permanent and correspondence address details.
- Enter educational qualification details.
- Upload the required colour photograph and signature.
Step 3 - Preview and Final Submission
After completing the application form, candidates should carefully check all entries. If any error is found, use the Back to Edit option and make the necessary corrections. After verifying the information, proceed with final submission.
Step 4 - Pay the Counselling Fee
Click on Final Submit & Proceed to Payment and pay the ₹2,250 counselling fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
Step 5 - Download Confirmation Page
After successful payment, candidates should download the Confirmation Page and Fee Receipt and keep them safely for future use. The prospectus specifically advises candidates to re-check the printed information on the confirmation page.
The detailed application procedure and five-step online application process are provided on pages 6 and 7 of the prospectus.
Documents Required for Document Verification
Candidates called for counselling/document verification must produce the original certificates along with one additional photocopy. The prospectus lists the following documents, wherever applicable:
- Admit Card
- Matriculation/equivalent original mark sheet or certificate
- MBBS Part I, II and III mark sheets
- MBBS passing certificate
- Attempt certificate of MBBS
- Speciality subject mark sheet/passing certificate
- Ph.D./DM/M.Ch./M.Sc. certificate, where applicable
- Medical Registration Certificate
- Experience Certificate, if applicable
- No Objection Certificate, if the candidate is employed
- Current caste certificate with Non-Creamy Layer certificate, where applicable
- Residential Certificate
- Four identical photographs used in the online application
- Disability Certificate for PwD candidates
- EWS Certificate, where applicable
- Freedom Fighter quota certificate, where applicable
- Verification Slip downloaded from the BCECEB website
- Downloaded printout of the online application/Confirmation Page
The prospectus requires original certificates and an additional photocopy at counselling/document verification.
Bihar Senior Resident Tutor Recruitment 2026 - Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Starts | 02 November 2026 |
| Online Registration Last Date | 23 November 2026 - 10:00 PM |
| Last Date for Fee Payment and Application Submission | 23 November 2026 - 11:59 PM |
| Online Editing of Application | 24 November 2026 - 11:59 PM |
| Document Verification Programme | To be notified later |
These dates are specified in the important dates section of the prospectus.
Important Instructions
- Candidates should complete the application process before the prescribed deadline.
- The reservation category must be selected carefully according to the applicable Bihar reservation rules.
- A hard copy of the application form does not need to be sent to the Board's office; it is to be produced at counselling.
- After final submission, changes or modifications are generally not permitted except during the specified editing period.
- The counselling fee will not be refunded.
- Candidates should not wait until the last date because internet or banking problems may affect the application process.
- Original certificates must be produced during counselling/document verification.
- Candidates who have completed the three-year Senior Resident/Tutor tenure in the applied subject are not eligible for another tenure in that subject.
