DDMCH Kendujhar Medical Officer Walk-in Interview 2026 (MNCU & Nursery Unit)

DDMCH Kendujhar Medical Officer Walk-in Interview 2026 (MNCU & Nursery Unit)

The Office of the Superintendent, Dharanidhar Medical College & Hospital (DDMCH), Kendujhar, Odisha has invited applications for the post of Medical Officer for the MNCU & Nursery Unit, under the Department of Pediatrics, on contractual basis under the District Mineral Fund (DMF), Kendujhar. This article covers the vacancy details, eligibility, remuneration and how to attend the walk-in interview.

Important – Walk-in Interview is on 09 September 2026

The walk-in interview for this recruitment is scheduled for 09 September 2026 (Wednesday). Since this is imminent, interested and eligible candidates should prepare their documents without delay.

DDMCH Kendujhar Medical Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview

Selection Schedule

Venue: Office of the Superintendent, B’Block 3rd Floor, Teaching Hospital, DDMCH, Kendujhar.

Remuneration

Rs. 80,000/- per month.

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Eligibility and Qualifications

• MD/DNB in Pediatrics will be given 1st preference.
• Diploma in Pediatric will be given next preference.
• In case of non-availability of the above candidates, candidates with an MBBS Degree will be selected.
• Selection will be strictly on the basis of a merit list prepared on career marks, with weightage: HSC/Matriculation – 20%, Intermediate Science – 20%, MBBS examination – 60% of total percentage of marks secured.
• One mark will be deducted from the total Career Mark for each extra attempt taken to pass the examinations.
• All qualifications as on the date of interview shall be considered.

Other Eligibility Conditions

• The candidate must be a citizen of India.
• Medical Graduates must have registered their medical qualification at Central/State Medical Council (Permanent Registration).
• The candidate must not be continuing as SR/Tutor in any Government Medical College of the State.
• Candidates whose service was terminated by any Government in the state for any reason will not be considered for re-engagement.
• Candidates with contractual/temporary service in the Government Health sector will be given priority.
• Age: Must be less than 45 years as on the date of interview.

How to Attend the Walk-in Interview

1. Report to the venue – Office of the Superintendent, B’Block 3rd Floor, Teaching Hospital, DDMCH, Kendujhar – on 09 September 2026, between 10 AM and 11 AM.
2. Carry original certificates and one set of self-attested photocopies for scrutinization during the interview.
3. Documents will be verified between 11:10 AM and 12:00 Noon, followed by the interview between 12:10 PM and 2:00 PM.

Important Terms and Conditions

• The date of birth entered in the High School Certificate or equivalent certificate issued by the concerned Board/Council only shall be accepted.
• Full details of vacancies, remuneration, age, eligibility and other terms and conditions are available on the DDMCH website (gmchkeonjhar.odisha.gov.in) and keonjhar.odisha.gov.in.
• Any legal issues, if any, are subjected to the jurisdiction of Kendujhar only.
• The Superintendent, DDMCH Kendujhar reserves the right to modify or cancel this advertisement.

About This Recruitment

Dharanidhar Medical College & Hospital, Kendujhar is strengthening its Pediatric care capacity by recruiting Medical Officers specifically for its MNCU (Maternal and Newborn Care Unit) & Nursery Unit, a critical care area for newborn health. Funded through the District Mineral Fund, Kendujhar, this recruitment reflects the district’s use of mineral royalty funds to address specialist healthcare staffing gaps, particularly important given the specialized nature of newborn and neonatal care.

Why Candidates Must Act Immediately

Since the walk-in interview is scheduled for just 09 September 2026, with registration closing at 11 AM, MD/DNB or Diploma-qualified Pediatric candidates (or MBBS graduates, if specialists are unavailable) must gather their original certificates and photocopies without delay. Given the highly attractive Rs. 80,000/- monthly remuneration for a contractual position, and the merit-based weightage system favoring strong academic performance from HSC through MBBS, candidates should ensure their complete academic record is readily available for the career-marks-based merit list calculation.

Understanding the Preference Order for Selection

Candidates should note the clear preference hierarchy established in this notice – MD/DNB Pediatrics holders are given first preference, followed by Diploma in Pediatric holders, with MBBS graduates considered only if neither specialist category is available in sufficient numbers to fill the 3 vacancies. This structure means MBBS-only candidates, while technically eligible, face a meaningfully lower probability of selection compared to Pediatric specialists, and should apply with realistic expectations about their relative standing in the merit list.

About Dharanidhar Medical College & Hospital, Kendujhar

Dharanidhar Medical College & Hospital serves as the primary teaching hospital and referral centre for Kendujhar district, Odisha, providing critical secondary and tertiary healthcare services including specialized maternal and newborn care through its MNCU (Maternal and Newborn Care Unit) and Nursery facilities. As is common across many district-level medical colleges in Odisha, DDMCH periodically relies on District Mineral Fund-supported contractual recruitment to bridge specialist staffing gaps that cannot always be immediately filled through regular government recruitment channels, given the typically longer timelines associated with permanent government medical appointments.

Why Newborn Care Staffing Is a Priority Area

Maternal and Newborn Care Units require specialized medical expertise to manage high-risk deliveries and critically ill newborns, making adequate Pediatric staffing in these units a direct determinant of neonatal survival outcomes at any hospital. By prioritizing MD/DNB Pediatrics and Diploma-qualified candidates for this recruitment, DDMCH Kendujhar is aiming to ensure its MNCU and Nursery Unit is staffed with appropriately specialized medical officers capable of managing the complex clinical needs of newborns requiring intensive or specialized care.

What Candidates Should Bring on Interview Day

Beyond the required original certificates and self-attested photocopies, candidates should carry a valid photo identification, their MBBS/PG degree certificates, internship completion certificate, Medical Council registration proof, and any prior experience certificates from Government health sector postings, since priority is explicitly given to candidates with such experience. Given the same-day results publication at 5 PM, candidates should also be prepared to remain in Kendujhar through the evening or make suitable local arrangements accordingly, rather than assuming results will only be available at some later date after the interview.

How This Compares to Regular Government Recruitment

Unlike the lengthier, multi-stage process typically associated with regular Odisha Health & Family Welfare Department recruitment, this DMF-funded walk-in interview offers a same-day selection and result process, making it an efficient route into a well-paying contractual government medical position for Pediatric specialists and general MBBS graduates alike. Candidates should recognize that while the position is contractual and limited to one year initially, strong performance and continued availability of DMF funding could realistically open pathways to renewal or further opportunities within the district’s broader healthcare system going forward.

A Reminder on the No-Fabrication of Documents

Given the notice’s explicit reliance on career marks from HSC through MBBS for merit computation, candidates should ensure all mark sheets and certificates submitted are accurate and verifiable, since any discrepancy discovered during document verification on the interview day itself could lead to immediate disqualification. Candidates who have completed additional qualifications beyond MBBS, such as a Diploma or MD/DNB in Pediatrics, should make sure these are clearly presented, as they materially affect both eligibility preference and the overall standing achieved in this walk-in selection process.

Final Preparation Checklist

Before heading to the interview venue, candidates should double-check that they have their MBBS/PG mark sheets from every year of study, their internship completion certificate, valid Medical Council registration certificate, proof of date of birth from a recognized board, category certificate if applicable, and any documentary evidence of prior Government health sector service. Arriving with a complete, well-organized file of these documents, arranged in the order they are likely to be requested during verification, can meaningfully speed up a candidate’s progress through the compressed same-day selection timeline this walk-in interview follows.

Important Links

• Notification PDF
• Official Website
• NaukriPatra App
• WhatsApp Channel
• Telegram Channel

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How many Medical Officer posts are advertised at DDMCH Kendujhar (MNCU & Nursery Unit)?

3 posts, in the Department of Pediatrics, under DMF Kendujhar.

2. When is the walk-in interview?

09 September 2026 (Wednesday), registration 10-11 AM.

3. What is the remuneration?

Rs. 80,000/- per month.

4. What is the age limit?

Must be less than 45 years as on the date of interview.

5. Is there an application fee?

No fee is mentioned in this notice.

6. What qualification is given first preference?

MD/DNB in Pediatrics, followed by Diploma in Pediatric, then MBBS.

7. Where is the interview venue?

Office of the Superintendent, B’Block 3rd Floor, Teaching Hospital, DDMCH, Kendujhar.

8. What is the duration of this appointment?

One year from the date of joining.

9. How is merit determined?

Career marks: HSC/Matriculation 20%, Intermediate Science 20%, MBBS examination 60%.

10. Is priority given to candidates with prior Govt. health sector service?

Yes, candidates with contractual/temporary service in the Government Health sector are given priority.

11. Can candidates continuing as SR/Tutor elsewhere apply?

No, candidates must not be continuing as SR/Tutor in any Government Medical College of the state.

12. When will results be published?

5 PM on the interview day itself, 09 September 2026.

13. Is Medical Council registration mandatory?

Yes, permanent registration with Central/State Medical Council is required.

14. Does an extra attempt in exams affect merit marks?

Yes, one mark is deducted from the total career mark for each extra attempt taken.

15. What legal jurisdiction applies to this recruitment?

Kendujhar jurisdiction only.