Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), Jaipur, has started the online application process for the Medical Officer Direct Recruitment Examination 2026, or MODRE-2026, for 600 Medical Officer (Medical) posts. Applications opened on September 14, 2026, and eligible candidates can complete the online form and pay the fee until October 13, 2026.
RUHS is conducting the recruitment examination on behalf of the Directorate of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Government of Rajasthan. The offline OMR-based examination is tentatively scheduled for December 13, 2026, while the admit card is expected to be available from December 8, 2026.
Candidates should carefully verify their eligibility before submitting the application because no corrections or edits will be allowed after final submission.
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Rajasthan Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment | Medical Officer Direct Recruitment Examination 2026 |
| Conducting Authority | Rajasthan University of Health Sciences, Jaipur |
| Post | Medical Officer (Medical) |
| Total Vacancies | 600 |
| Application Start Date | September 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | October 13, 2026 |
| Tentative Admit Card Date | December 8, 2026 |
| Tentative Exam Date | December 13, 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Offline, OMR-based |
The information booklet states that RUHS is responsible for conducting the examination and declaring the result. At the same time, the final recruitment process, including document verification and determination of final eligibility, will be handled by the Directorate of Medical Health and Family Welfare, Government of Rajasthan.
600 Medical Officer Vacancies Announced
The recruitment drive covers 600 Medical Officer posts. The vacancy distribution provided in the booklet includes 216 posts for the unreserved category, 60 for EWS, 126 for BC, 96 for SC, 72 for ST, and 30 for MBC candidates.
The booklet also provides horizontal reservation provisions for persons with benchmark disabilities and veterans. Candidates seeking reservation benefits must possess valid certificates issued by the competent authority.
Non-bona fide residents of Rajasthan will be treated as unreserved candidates and will not receive reservation benefits related to category, age, or application fee.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess an MBBS qualification and fulfill the eligibility requirements prescribed by the Rajasthan government.
A Permanent Rajasthan Medical Council registration certificate is mandatory on or before the date of the examination. Candidates who do not have the permanent RMC registration certificate at the time of application may upload it within 2 days of the examination, provided the certificate was issued on or before the examination date.
Candidates are also expected to have practical knowledge of Hindi written in the Devanagari script and knowledge of Rajasthan culture.
For foreign medical graduates, candidates must have qualified for the Foreign Medical Graduate Examination, as applicable, and obtain permanent registration with the Rajasthan Medical Council before the examination date.
Age Limit
The minimum age requirement is 22 years, and the maximum age is 45 years as of January 1, 2027.
Relaxation in the upper age limit will apply to eligible reserved-category candidates of Rajasthan in accordance with state government rules.
The information booklet also specifies separate relaxation provisions for women, ex-servicemen, widows, and divorced or separated women.
Application Fee
The examination fee is Rs. 5,000 for general candidates.
For SC and ST candidates belonging to Rajasthan, the fee is Rs. 2,500.
Applicable bank, debit card, credit card, or payment gateway charges will be charged in addition. The fee must be paid online through the payment gateway during the application process.
Offline fee payment through cash, demand draft, cheque, or banker’s cheque will not be accepted.
The application fee is non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be adjusted against any future recruitment.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Begins | September 14, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee | October 13, 2026 |
| Tentative Admit Card Date | December 8, 2026 |
| Tentative Examination Date | December 13, 2026 |
| RMC Registration Upload Window, if not uploaded earlier | December 14 and 15, 2026 |
Candidates should note that both the admit card date and examination date are described as tentative in the official booklet.
Exam Pattern
The Medical Officer Direct Recruitment Examination will be conducted in an offline OMR-based mode.
The question paper will contain 100 multiple-choice questions, each worth 1 mark. Candidates will be given 120 minutes to complete the examination.
There will be no negative marking.
The question paper will be available only in English. The examination center will preferably be located in Jaipur, although RUHS reserves the right to create additional examination cities or centers if required.
Syllabus
The syllabus will cover all subjects studied during the four-and-a-half-year MBBS curriculum as prescribed by the National Medical Commission or other competent authority.
Candidates should therefore prepare across the full MBBS academic curriculum rather than focusing on a limited subject list.
Salary
The booklet mentions the Medical Officer post under Pay Level 14.
During the one-year probation period, the current fixed monthly amount is Rs. 39,300, plus Rs. 17,400 per month as medical attendance allowance, bringing the total monthly amount to Rs. 56,700, as specified in the recruitment booklet.
How to Apply for Rajasthan Medical Officer Recruitment 2026
The application process has three stages:
- Complete online registration.
- Fill the detailed application form, including personal, qualification, employment, and document details.
- Pay the application fee online and complete the final submission.
Candidates will become eligible for the issuance of an admit card only after completing all three stages.
Applicants should carefully review the information entered before paying the fee, as no corrections or edits will be allowed after final submission.
Documents Required During Application
Candidates may need to upload documents, including a valid photo ID, category certificate where applicable, PwD or veteran certificate, RMC registration certificate, MBBS marksheet and degree, internship completion certificate, signature, thumb impressions, and photographs.
The application process requires both a scanned passport-size photograph and a live photograph captured through a webcam.
Candidates who are still completing their internship may upload a letter from the Principal and Controller of the concerned medical college mentioning the expected internship completion date.
Important Instructions for Candidates
Candidates can submit only one application for MODRE-2026. Submission of multiple applications may result in the cancellation of candidature.
A valid mobile number and email address should be provided throughout the recruitment process, as they may be used for official communication.
Candidates must also ensure that their MBBS degree is recognized under the applicable NMC provisions and that permanent registration with the Rajasthan Medical Council is available within the prescribed timeline.
Applicants who provide incorrect, incomplete, or fabricated information can have their candidature canceled at any stage.
