NHM Punjab Specialist Doctor Walk in 2026 — Apply for 300 Posts

Punjab’s public health system is moving fast to plug specialist shortages and expand services across districts. The National Health Mission (NHM), Punjab has opened empanelment / walk-in recruitment for specialist doctors to staff government facilities on a contractual/empanelment basis — a quick way for experienced clinicians to join public service, earn per-case/consultation fees, and help reduce patient load in government hospitals. Several reputable outlets report this drive covers around 300 specialist posts and includes multiple walk-in dates in January 2026.

What is the “NHM Punjab Specialist Doctor Walk in 2026”?

This is a series of walk-in interviews / empanelment drives organized by NHM Punjab and the Department of Health & Family Welfare to recruit specialist doctors (e.g., Medicine, Surgery, Obs & Gynae, Pediatrics, Anaesthesia, Radiology etc.) on an empanelment basis. Selected doctors are empanelled to provide services (OPD/IPD, emergency care, surgeries) at government facilities or as part of state schemes, usually compensated per service rendered as per government norms.

Who should apply? — Eligibility checklist

Typical eligibility rules reported in the notification and secondary sources include:

Medical qualification: MBBS with recognized postgraduate qualification — MD/MS/DNB or equivalent postgraduate Diploma as relevant to the specialist post.

Registration: Must be registered with the State Medical Council / Medical Council of India (or successor body).

Age limit: Reports indicate upper age typically allowed up to 64 years, but check the notification for date-of-age cutoffs and relaxations.

Language / local requirements: Some district/State posts may ask for Punjabi up to matric level or local language familiarity — verify the document checklist.

Important: different districts may publish slightly different shortlists/eligibility nuances (experience preference, category reservation, empanelment clauses). Always refer to the official NHM Punjab notification for the exact post you’re targeting.

How the empanelment / selection works (quick overview)

Apply online or on the NHM portal (if required) and choose the district(s) you want to be empanelled for.

Walk-in interview at district Civil Surgeon’s office on the scheduled date — bring originals and self-attested copies of certificates, registration proof, experience letters, ID, and passport photo.

Shortlisting & empanelment: Candidates are evaluated by a district panel; empanelment lists are published and empanelled specialists receive assignments / referrals per NHM norms. Compensation is typically per-service (OPD, IPD, procedures) as per state rates.

Important dates & logistics

Advertisement / Notification: Late December 2025.

Online application start: Around 27–29 December 2025 (district-wise options may vary).

Walk-in interview dates: 08, 15, 22, 29 January 2026 (confirm district venue/time on NHM Punjab notice).

Tip: Carry printed acknowledgement of your online application (if you applied online), multiple photocopies of documents, and arrive early — district panels may process many candidates in one day.

Conclusion — should you attend?

If you’re a specialist (MD/MS/DNB/Diploma) licensed with the medical council and interested in serving in the public sector (with flexible engagement and per-service pay), this NHM Punjab Specialist Doctor Walk in 2026 drive is a strong opportunity. It’s a fast route to joining government health delivery, helps build district-level clinical experience, and supports public health expansion across Punjab. Double-check the NHM Punjab official notice for the district you want, prepare your documents, and plan to attend the district Civil Surgeon’s walk-in on the published date.