TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Apply Online
The Medical Services Recruitment Board Tamil Nadu (TN MRB) has issued an official notification for the TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 recruitment, inviting applications for 299 Assistant Surgeon posts. Candidates holding an MBBS degree along with additional qualifications such as MD/MS/DNB/Diploma/Diploma in DNB/Superspeciality (MCH) in their respective specialities are eligible to apply. The online application process commenced on 18 December 2025, and interested and eligible medical officers can submit their applications through the official TN MRB website, mrb. Tn. Gov. In, until 07 January 2026.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Organization | Medical Services Recruitment Board Tamil Nadu (TN MRB) |
| Exam/Post Name | Assistant Surgeon (General) with Speciality Qualification |
| Purpose | Recruitment |
| Total Posts | 299 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Pay Scale/Level | Level-22 Rs.56100-205700/- |
| Official Website | mrb.tn.gov.in |
Important Dates for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Vacancy 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Date of Notification | 18 December 2025 |
| Commencement of Online Application | 18 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Online Application & Payment | 07 January 2026 |
| Date of Computer Based exam | Will be intimated later |
TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Vacancy Details
The vacancy distribution for this recruitment is as follows:
| Category | G | W | Ex-Ser | DAP | PSTM | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LD SLD GT | 46 | 21 | 3 | 1 | – | 92 |
| BC | 40 | 16 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 79 |
| BC(M) | 5 | 4 | – | – | – | 11 |
| MBC / DNC | 30 | 14 | 3 | – | – | 60 |
| SC | 22 | 11 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 45 |
| SC(A) | 4 | 2 | – | – | 1 | 9 |
| ST | 1 | 1 | – | – | – | 3 |
| Total | 148 | 69 | 11 | 4 | 2 | 299 |
Total Posts: 299
TN MRB Assistant Surgeon qualification Criteria
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualifications | MBBS qualified Medical officers possessing additional qualification to the extent of MD/MS/DNB/Diploma/Diploma in DNB/ Superspeciality (MCH) in the respective specialities. |
| Essential Qualifications | Must be a registered practitioner within the meaning of the Madras Medical Registration Act, 1914. Must have served as House Surgeon (CRRI) for a period of not less than twelve months. Candidates should have registered their name in the Tamil Nadu Medical Council*. |
| Desirable Experience | Not specified. |
Age Limit for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Jobs 2026
| Category | Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025) |
|---|---|
| SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBC&DNCs, BCs, BCMs (including Ex-Servicemen belonging to these communities) | No Maximum Age Limit (should not have completed 60 years of age) |
| Others | 37 Years |
| Differently Abled Person Belonging to “Others” | 47 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen Belonging to “Others” | 48 Years |
required application fee for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Online Form 2026
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| SC/SCA/ST/DAP | Rs. 500/- |
| Others | Rs. 1000/- |
Pay Scale and Benefits for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Notification 2026
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Salary Level | Level-22 |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 56100-205700/- |
| Further Details | Can be seen in Annexure-6 of the Official Notification. |
TN MRB Assistant Surgeon selection
The selection for the TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 includes the following stages:
- Tamil Language qualification Test (10th Standard Level)
- Computer Based Test: Objective type single paper exam for Assistant Surgeon (General) with Speciality Qualification
Step-by-Step Process to Apply for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026
Candidates interested in the TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 posts must apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Board’s Website: www. Mrb. Tn. Gov. In.
- prior to submitting the application, prepare scanned images of your color photograph and signature.
- Ensure a valid e-mail ID and Mobile Number are active, as they’re mandatory for registration and will be used for all communications until results are declared.
- Fill in the online application form with utmost care. All particulars – including Name, Post Applied, Communal Category, Date of birth, Address, Email ID, etc., will be considered final after the last date for applying online; no modifications will be allowed.
- Register your mobile number in the application to receive SMS updates.
- Pay the required application fee through online mode only (Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit card, and Mobile Wallet Payment).
- After submitting payment information, wait for server intimation without pressing Back or Refresh buttons to avoid double charges.
- Upon successful transaction, a Registration Number and Password will be generated. Note these for future reference.
- Take a printout of the Registration Slip (copy of filled-in application form) for your records.
- After submission, candidates can save or print their application in PDF format using their Registration Number and Password.
- Candidates don’t need to send the printout of the online application or any other supporting documents to the Board. Certificates will be verified at a later stage of selection.
- Submit your application and remit the fee well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute internet connectivity issues.
- For online registration clarifications, contact Help Desk Phone No. 022 42706523 between 09:00 am to 06:00 pm from Monday to Saturday (Except Public Holidays).
Important Links for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026
| Link Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| official website | Click Here |
Additional Details
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Rule of Reservation | Applicable as per rules in force. Detailed instructions are in Annexure-2 and 3 of the Notification. |
| Vacancy Changes | The number of advertised vacancies is indicative and liable for change before finalisation of selection. Appointment orders will be issued in phases based on actual vacancies. |
| Defence Personnel | Personnel released or likely to be released due to disability incurred in forward areas while on duty will be selected if otherwise qualified and medically capable of efficiently discharging duties. |
| Women Candidates | If no qualified and suitable women candidates are available against reserved vacancies. these will be filled by male candidates from the respective communal categories. |
| Backward Class Muslims (BCMs) | Separate reservation of 3.5% within the 30% reservation for Backward Classes (other than Muslim) is applicable. All concessions/relaxations/benefits applicable to BC candidates also apply to BCM candidates. The expression B.C. (i. E. Backward Class) wherever it occurs including online application form, should be read as “B.C. (other than Muslims) and B.C.(Muslims)”, [BCMs denotes Backward Class Muslims]. |
| Reservation for Differently Abled | Provisions of Tamil Nadu Government Servants (Conditions of Service) Amendment Act 2017 (Act 30 of 2017) are applicable. 4% of posts are reserved for Differently Abled candidates who must produce a physical fitness certificate from the Medical Board of a Government Medical college. Applicable categories for Tamil Nadu Medical Service Assistant Surgeon (General) with Speciality qualification include LD, LC, CP, DF, MuD, AC, SLD (40%-80% Disability). |
| Person Studied in Tamil Medium (PSTM) | As per Section 2(d) of the Tamil Nadu Appointment on Preferential Basis in the Services under the State of Persons Studied in Tamil Medium (Amendment) Act – 2020, a person who has studied through Tamil medium up to the prescribed educational qualification for direct recruitment is PSTM. |
| Reservation for Ex-servicemen | Rule 18 of Special Rules for Tamil Nadu Medical Services, as amended in G.O.(Ms)No.322, Health and Family Welfare Department, dated: 15 July 2025 – applies. 5% posts are reserved for members deputed for military duty and non-service candidates who rendered military service (Short Service Commission or Regular Service Commission) as per the 200-point roster. Every candidate claiming to be an Ex-servicemen – if already discharged, should produce the Discharge Certificate from the Defence services, pension, payment order etc. And if the candidate is serving personnel (yet to be discharged) the candidate has to produce an undertaking as in Annexure 8A (in Annexure–8) and form of certificate for serving personnel in Annexure 8B (in Annexure–8). |
| Gender Interpretation | Words of masculine gender in instructions should, wherever the context so requires, be taken to include feminine gender. |
| Age Limit Clarification | No Maximum age limit shall mean that the candidates should not have completed 60 years of age as on 01 July 2025 or at the time of selection/appointment to the post. |
| Ineligibility for State/Central Government Employees | Applicants not belonging to SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBC&DNCs, BCs, BCMs who have put in 5 years or more of service in the State/Central Government aren’t eligible to apply, even if they’re within the age limit. |
| Vacancy Details Clarification | For the ‘LD SLD GT’ category in the vacancy table, the source data provided numbers ‘2’ and ‘1’ after the ‘PSTM’ column values, which don’t align with the defined 7-column structure. Similarly, for the ‘Total’ category row, the numbers ‘5’ and ‘1’ appeared between the ‘PSTM’ column value and the ‘Total Vacancies’ column value. which also don’t align with the defined 7-column structure. All presented numerical data has been included in the table under the most appropriate columns as per the explicit headers provided. |
Conclusion
The TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 recruitment drive presents a great opportunity for qualified medical officers to join the Tamil Nadu Medical Services. With 299 positions available, candidates meeting the specific qualification and age criteria are encouraged to apply online through the official website, mrb. Tn. Gov, and in, before 07 January 2026. Ensure all application steps are followed carefully to successfully submit your form for these sought-after Assistant Surgeon roles.
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