NBEMS Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 53 Group A, B, and C Vacancies

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS), functioning under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, has announced its 2026 recruitment drive. This notification covers 53 vacancies across Group A, B, and C categories, offering career opportunities for roles such as Deputy Director (Medical), Junior Programmer, Junior Accountant, Stenographer, and Junior Assistant.

The online application portal opened on 29 June 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications via the official website well before the deadline of 20 July 2026 to ensure a smooth application experience and avoid potential last-minute technical delays.

NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Notification Out

The NBEMS has officially released the detailed recruitment advertisement (No. A-12011/3/2025-Estb) for various Group A, B, and C posts. This comprehensive notification outlines all essential details, including vacancy breakdowns, mandatory eligibility requirements, age relaxations, the selection procedure, examination patterns, and application fee structures. Candidates are strongly advised to review the full document before proceeding with their online application.

Download Official NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Overview

If you are aiming to build a professional career within the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, please review the critical highlights of this recruitment notification provided below.

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS)
Advertisement No.	A-12011/3/2025-Estb.
Recruitment Name	NBEMS Recruitment 2026
Posts	Deputy Director (Medical), Junior Programmer, Junior Accountant, Stenographer, Junior Assistant
Total Vacancies	53
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	Written Examination/CBT, Skill Test (where applicable), Document Verification
Official Website	natboard.edu.in

NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Staying informed is key to a successful application. Below, we have outlined the critical dates for the registration process and the current schedule for the upcoming recruitment stages.

Event	Date
Advertisement Release	27 June 2026
Online Application Begins	29 June 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	20 July 2026
Last Date for Eligibility Determination	20 July 2026
Written Examination	05 & 06 September 2026

NBEMS Vacancy 2026

The NBEMS has allocated 53 total vacancies across five distinct positions under the Group A, B, and C classifications. Please find the detailed post-wise vacancy distribution listed below.

Post Name	Group	Vacancies
Deputy Director (Medical)	Group A	02
Junior Programmer	Group B	01
Junior Accountant	Group C	04
Stenographer	Group C	07
Junior Assistant	Group C	39
Total	—	53

NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Apply Online

The application window is now active. All eligible applicants must complete their registration and submit their finalized forms through the official NBEMS portal no later than 20 July 2026.

To prevent any risk of application rejection, please ensure that all information entered is accurate and that all supporting documents are uploaded in the specific format required by the board.

Apply Online for NBEMS Recruitment 2026 – Direct Link

NBEMS Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

Application fees must be submitted exclusively via the online payment gateway provided on the website. Please note that all payments made are final and non-refundable under any circumstances.

Category	Application Fee
UR/OBC	₹1,500 + 18% GST (Bank charges extra)
SC/ST/PwBD/Women	Exempted (Nil)

Steps to Apply Online for NBEMS Recruitment 2026

To assist you with the process, we have outlined the step-by-step instructions below to ensure your application is submitted successfully.

• Visit the official NBEMS website.
• Click on the recruitment application link.
• Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
• Fill in the personal, educational, and communication details.
• Upload the recent coloured photograph (maximum 80 KB) and signature (maximum 50 KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
• Pay the application fee, if applicable.
• Verify all entered details carefully.
• Submit the application form and download the confirmation page for future reference.

NBEMS Recruitment Eligibility Criteria

Before you apply, verify that you meet the specific educational qualifications and age criteria required for your desired position.

Educational Qualification

Post	Educational Qualification
Deputy Director (Medical)	Recognized Postgraduate Medical qualification approved under the Medical Council Act, 1956
Junior Programmer	B.Tech/BE/BCA/DOEACC (‘B’ or ‘C’ Level) or Degree in Computer Science/IT/Electronics with specialization in Computers or equivalent
Junior Accountant	Bachelor’s Degree with Mathematics or Statistics or Commerce from a recognized University and qualify NBEMS prescribed examination
Stenographer	Passed 10+2 with shorthand speed of 80 WPM and typing speed of 30 WPM along with qualifying skill test
Junior Assistant	Passed Senior Secondary (10+2), proficiency in computers and basic software packages, and qualify NBEMS prescribed examination

Age Limit

The prescribed age limits vary based on the requirements for each individual post. You can check the specific age eligibility criteria in the tables provided below.

• Minimum Age: 18 Years

Post	Age Limit
Deputy Director (Medical)	Not exceeding 35 Years
Junior Programmer	Below 27 Years
Junior Accountant	Below 27 Years
Stenographer	18–27 Years
Junior Assistant	Below 27 Years

Age Relaxation

Age relaxation will be granted to reserved categories in strict accordance with the prevailing Government of India guidelines.

Category	Relaxation
SC/ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD (UR)	10 Years
PwBD (OBC)	13 Years
PwBD (SC/ST)	15 Years
Ex-Servicemen, Central Government Employees, Defence Personnel, Widows/Divorced Women	As per Government Rules

NBEMS Recruitment Selection Process

The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) utilizes a multi-tiered recruitment process to evaluate candidates. This includes assessments of both technical expertise and practical job-related skills to ensure only the most qualified candidates are selected.

• Stage 1: Computer-Based Test (CBT) – 200 Marks
• Stage 2: Computer Knowledge/Skill Test – 100 Marks

Candidates who excel in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be invited to the subsequent skill assessment stage, if applicable to their role. Final selection remains contingent upon the successful completion of all stages and thorough document verification.

NBEMS Exam Pattern 2026

• The examination will be conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
• The paper will comprise 200 objective-type (MCQ) questions.
• Each question carries one mark, making the total 200 marks.
• Candidates will be allotted 3 hours (180 minutes) to complete the examination.
• 0.25 marks will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
• The minimum qualifying marks are 50% for UR/OBC/EWS candidates and 40% for SC/ST/PwBD/Ex-Servicemen candidates.

Section	Questions	Marks	Duration
General Intelligence & Reasoning	50	50
General Awareness	50	50
Quantitative Aptitude	50	50
English Comprehension	50	50
Total	200	200	180 Minutes

NBEMS Salary 2026

Successful recruits will be compensated according to the pay level associated with their specific post under the standard Central Government pay scale.

Post	Pay Level
Deputy Director (Medical)	Level-11
Junior Programmer	Level-7
Junior Accountant	Level-4
Stenographer	Level-4
Junior Assistant	Level-2

Penalty Bond

Please be aware that all candidates selected through the NBEMS 2026 recruitment process may be required to sign a penalty bond upon joining.

• Selected candidates must serve NBEMS for a minimum continuous period of two years.
• Candidates resigning before completing the mandatory service period will be required to pay three months’ last drawn salary as liquidated damages.
• The bond is mandatory for all selected candidates.