Overview
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Kollam, has announced the ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026 drive to fill 27 Specialist, Senior Resident and other medical posts. Eligible medical professionals can participate in the walk-in selection process after confirming the post-wise qualification, experience and age requirements in the official notification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Kollam |
| Post Name | Specialist, Senior Resident and Other Posts |
| Total Vacancies | 27 |
| Application Mode | Walk-in Interview |
| Official Website | esic.gov.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | Walk-in interview date — TBA |
| Exam Date | Not applicable; selection is through walk-in interview |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates should check the recruitment section of the ESIC website before travelling to the interview venue, as the detailed schedule, reporting time and any changes will be published through the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Applicants for medical posts should possess a recognised MBBS degree and valid registration with the appropriate medical council, wherever required.
- Specialist positions generally require a relevant postgraduate degree, diploma, DNB or equivalent qualification in the concerned speciality.
- Senior Resident applicants must hold the post-wise medical qualification specified by ESIC for the relevant department.
- Candidates applying for other notified posts must meet the educational qualification and professional registration conditions listed against that position.
- Required qualifications should have been obtained from a university or institution recognised by the competent authority.
- Applicants are advised to read the detailed notification for speciality-wise qualifications, mandatory experience and registration requirements before attending the interview.
Age Limit
- The upper age limit will vary depending on the post, appointment category and applicable ESIC recruitment rules.
- Age will be calculated as on the cut-off date mentioned in the detailed notification.
- Relaxation in the upper age limit may be available to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories in accordance with Government of India rules.
- Documentary proof must be produced by candidates seeking age relaxation.
Fees
- The category-wise application or interview fee, if applicable, will be specified in the official notification.
- Candidates should verify the prescribed amount, payment method and exemption conditions before reporting for the walk-in interview.
- No payment should be made through unofficial links or to unauthorised persons.
Selection Process
- Document Verification: Original certificates and self-attested copies will be checked to establish eligibility, age, qualification, registration, experience and category.
- Walk-in Interview: Eligible candidates will be assessed by the selection committee on subject knowledge, professional experience and suitability for the post.
- Final Appointment Formalities: Selection will remain subject to merit, vacancy availability, medical fitness and verification of submitted information, where applicable.
Merely attending the interview will not create a right to appointment. ESIC may reject an application if the candidate does not fulfil the prescribed eligibility conditions or fails to produce the required documents.
How to Apply
- Visit the official ESIC website at esic.gov.in.
- Open the Recruitments or Notices section and locate the ESIC Kollam recruitment notice for Specialist, Senior Resident and other posts.
- Download the notification and carefully note the post-wise vacancy distribution, eligibility, interview date, venue and reporting time.
- Fill out the prescribed application form, if provided with the notification. Enter the details exactly as recorded in the supporting certificates.
- Prepare self-attested copies of educational certificates, medical registration, experience certificates, proof of age, category certificate, identity proof and recent passport-size photographs.
- Carry the completed application form, original documents and the required number of photocopies to the notified walk-in venue.
- Report before the specified registration deadline. Candidates arriving late may not be permitted to participate in document verification or the interview.
- Retain a copy of the submitted application and regularly check the ESIC website for the selection list or further instructions.
Important Links
FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under ESIC Kollam Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment drive has been announced for 27 Specialist, Senior Resident and other posts.
2. Is an online application required?
The recruitment is described as a walk-in process. Candidates should follow the application and document instructions given in the official notification before attending.
3. What documents should candidates carry?
Applicants should carry the completed application form, photographs, photo ID, original qualification and registration certificates, experience proof, category certificate where applicable, and self-attested photocopies.
