Medical & Health Jobs in Maharashtra 2026

Maharashtra's public health infrastructure is one of the largest in India, with government medical colleges, district hospitals, sub-district hospitals, PHCs (Primary Health Centres), and NHM-supported health posts across all 36 districts. This creates continuous demand for MBBS doctors, specialists, nurses, and paramedical staff.

NHM Maharashtra (National Health Mission) is the primary recruiter for contractual health workforce. Posts advertised include Medical Officer MBBS at PHC level, Specialist Doctor (MD/MS) at District Hospital, CHO (Community Health Officer — B.Sc Nursing/Midwifery + Bridge Course), Staff Nurse (GNM/B.Sc Nursing), ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife), Lab Technician, Pharmacist, and Radiographer. Applications are submitted through nhm.maharashtra.gov.in. Pay structures are defined by the state NHM guidelines.

DMER (Directorate of Medical Education and Research) Maharashtra manages government medical colleges including Grant Medical College Mumbai, B.J. Medical College Pune, Government Medical College Nagpur, and several others. DMER recruits permanent Tutor/Demonstrator, Assistant Professor, and Senior Resident posts for MBBS/MD/MS candidates. These are prestigious permanent government medical posts with state pay scales.

AIIMS Nagpur (All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nagpur) is a central government premier medical institution serving Vidarbha and central India. AIIMS Nagpur recruits for Faculty, Senior Resident, Junior Resident, Nursing Officer, Lab Technician, Administrative, and other posts. As a central government institution, AIIMS Nagpur posts carry 7th CPC pay scales, Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) benefits, and Central Government accommodation where available.

AIIMS Solapur, now functional, is another central government medical institution in Maharashtra expanding its faculty and staff base, offering early-career opportunities for medical professionals.

ESIC (Employees' State Insurance Corporation) operates hospitals and dispensaries across Maharashtra's industrial zones (Mumbai, Pune, Nashik, Nagpur). ESIC conducts recruitment for Insurance Medical Officer (IMO), Staff Nurse, Pharmacist, and other paramedical roles through national-level drives.

AYUSH Maharashtra recruits AYUSH Medical Officers (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy) for PHCs and AYUSH wellness centres. These posts have grown significantly under national AYUSH policy and state health budget allocations.