Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot has released Advertisement No. BFU-26/26 for the recruitment of Medical Officer (General) posts under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab. A total of 630 vacancies (540 fresh + 90 backlog) have been announced. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 16 July 2026 to 05 August 2026 through the official BFUHS website. Candidates holding an MBBS degree with registration from a recognized Medical Council can apply for these posts.
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 - Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot |
| Advertisement No. | BFU-26/26 |
| Department | Health and Family Welfare Department, Punjab |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (General) |
| Total Vacancies | 630 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Punjab |
| Official Website | bfuhs.ac.in |
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Starting Date for Apply Online | 16 July 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 05 August 2026 |
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
BFUHS has announced a total of 630 Medical Officer (General) vacancies, including 540 fresh posts and 90 backlog posts. Category-wise vacancy details are provided in the official notification.
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General | 105 |
| EWS | 86 |
| BC | 23 |
| SC (M&B) | 20 |
| SC (R&O) | 19 |
| ESM/LDESM Categories | 262 |
| Physical Handicapped (Female) by Rotation | 64 |
| Sports Categories | 46 |
| Freedom Fighter (Female) by Rotation | 5 |
| Total | 630 |
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- MBBS Degree from a recognized institution.
- Candidate must be registered with the Punjab Medical Council or any duly constituted Medical Council in India.
- Knowledge of Punjabi Language up to Matriculation standard or equivalent is required.
Candidates who do not possess Punjabi language qualification must acquire it within six months of joining service, failing which their services may be terminated.
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 37 Years (as on 01 January 2026)
- SC/BC Candidates: 5 years relaxation
- Physically Handicapped Candidates: 10 years relaxation
- Ex-Servicemen: Age relaxation as per Punjab Government rules
- Punjab Government and Central/State Government employees: Relaxation up to 45 years
- Widows, Divorcees and certain women categories: Relaxation up to 40 years
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories Except SC | ₹2360/- (₹2000 Fee + ₹360 GST) |
| SC Category | ₹1180/- (₹1000 Fee + ₹180 GST) |
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be based on a written examination conducted by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot.
- Written Examination - 100 Marks
- Merit-based selection
- Document verification and other required formalities
Candidates securing minimum 33% marks in the written test will be considered eligible. Final selection will be based on written examination merit and applicable reservation rules.
BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Salary
Selected candidates will receive pay as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. The initial pay scale is Level-9 with a starting pay of ₹53,100/- per month.
How to Apply for BFUHS Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official BFUHS website.
- Open the recruitment section and select Medical Officer (General) Recruitment 2026.
- Register and fill in the online application form.
- Upload required documents and certificates.
- Pay the application fee according to your category.
- Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
Documents Required
- MBBS Degree Certificate
- Medical Council Registration Certificate
- Punjabi Language Certificate (if applicable)
- Category Certificate (SC/BC/EWS/ESM/PwD etc.)
- Valid ID Proof
- Recent Photograph and Signature
Important Instructions
- Applicants must submit applications only through online mode.
- Category certificates must be issued by competent authorities.
- Candidates must ensure all eligibility conditions are fulfilled before applying.
- No extra weightage will be provided for higher qualifications.
- Vacancies may increase or decrease according to departmental requirements.