Rajasthan MO Vacancy 2026
Complete details regarding expected medical officer posts, department allocation, reservation categories, and Pay Level-14 salary structures.
Complete details regarding expected medical officer posts, department allocation, reservation categories, and Pay Level-14 salary structures.
The Rajasthan University of Health Sciences (RUHS), on behalf of the Medical, Health & Family Welfare Department, will release the official notification for the Medical Officer recruitment. Below are the anticipated vacancy details:
| Post Name | Expected Vacancies | Department & Cadre |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer (Medical / MBBS) | 600 Posts (Expected) | Medical, Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Rajasthan |
To be eligible for the RUHS Medical Officer post, candidates must possess the following basic educational qualifications:
| Criteria | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 22 Years |
| Maximum Age | 45 Years |
*Note: Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC/MBC/EWS and Female candidates) as per Rajasthan Government rules.
The RUHS Medical Officer recruitment strictly follows the reservation policies mandated by the Government of Rajasthan. Key points:
| Category | Reservation % | Expected Vacancies (out of 1200) | Horizontal Reservation (Female) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR / General) | 50% | ~600 Posts | 30% of UR seats |
| OBC-NCL (Rajasthan) | 21% | ~252 Posts | 30% of OBC seats |
| MBC (Most Backward Class) | 5% | ~60 Posts | 30% of MBC seats |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 16% | ~192 Posts | 30% of SC seats |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 12% | ~144 Posts | 30% of ST seats |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Sections) | 10%* | ~120 Posts | As per state rules |
| PwD (Persons with Disability) | 4% (horizontal) | ~48 Posts | Horizontal across all categories |
| Ex-Servicemen | State quota applicable | As per notification | — |
* EWS reservation implementation subject to state government orders at time of notification. Actual numbers to be confirmed from official RUHS advertisement.
Most new recruits are initially posted at PHCs in rural Rajasthan. PHC posting is typically mandatory for 2–3 years as per rural service obligation.
CHCs serve block-level populations and offer a broader patient caseload. MOs with completed rural service may be transferred to CHC postings.
Sub-Divisional Hospitals and District Hospitals in Rajasthan cities. Typically allotted after seniority and on transfer request post rural service period.
The exact number of vacancies will be disclosed in the official notification. Historically, the department recruits over 1,000+ Medical Officers in a single cycle.
Candidates are selected based on their performance in a written competitive examination conducted by RUHS, followed by document verification.
Yes, a recognized MBBS degree along with the completion of a mandatory one-year rotating internship is strictly required.
Yes, candidates must be registered with the Rajasthan Medical Council (RMC) to be eligible for the Medical Officer post.
Yes, candidates from other states can apply provided they possess valid RMC registration. They will be considered under the Unreserved category.