The Public Health Department (PHD), Government of Maharashtra, has released an official notification for the recruitment of Medical Officers (Group A) posts. This is a significant opportunity for medical professionals in the state.
Key Highlights & Important Dates
| Aspect | Detail |
| Organization | Public Health Department (PHD), Government of Maharashtra |
| Post Name | Medical Officer (Group A, S-20 Pay Scale) |
| Total Vacancies | 1440 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | November 04, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | November 18, 2025 |
| Official Website | phd.maharashtra.gov.in or nhm.maharashtra.gov.in |
Full Recruitment Details
1. Eligibility Criteria
| Criteria | Requirement |
| Educational Qualification | Candidates must possess MBBS degree. OR MBBS plus a Post Graduate Degree/Diploma (such as MD/MS or equivalent) in the relevant medical specialty. |
| Registration | Candidates must be registered with the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC) or the Medical Council of India (MCI) (now NMC). |
| Age Limit | Candidates are advised to refer to the official detailed notification for the precise age limit, as it often varies based on the category and whether the candidate holds a general MBBS or a specialized PG degree/diploma. |
2. Vacancy Details
The 1440 vacancies are for the Medical Officer Group-A category (S-20 Pay Scale). The distribution of these vacancies based on specialty and reservation category is provided in the detailed official notification (Advertisement No. 01/2025), which is available on the official Public Health Department website.
3. Salary Structure
The Medical Officer Group A post falls under a highly attractive pay structure:
- Pay Level: S-20 Pay Scale
- Pay Scale (7th Pay Commission): ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates will be entitled to other allowances as admissible to Maharashtra Government Group A employees.
4. Application Process
The application is strictly online through the designated recruitment portal:
- Visit the official Public Health Department website or the recruitment https://nhm.maharashtra.gov.in
- Find and click on the link for the “Recruitment advertisement for 1440 post of Medical Officer, Group A.”
- Register by providing necessary details.
- Log in and fill out the detailed application form, ensuring all academic, experience, and registration details are accurate.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, photograph, and signature.
- Pay the application fee as specified in the notification.
- Submit the application before the deadline of November 18, 2025.
5. Selection Process
The detailed selection process, which may include an interview, written examination, and/or merit-based selection (depending on the number of applicants and the specific type of post), will be explicitly defined in the official notification document.
Since the application period is currently active (November 4, 2025, to November 18, 2025), I highly recommend visiting the official Maharashtra Public Health Department website to download the full official PDF notification for complete details on the age limit, fees, and selection method.
