The Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB), Tamil Nadu, has issued Notification No. 22/MRB/2025 inviting online applications from qualified MBBS doctors for direct recruitment to 299 posts of Assistant Surgeon (General) in the Tamil Nadu Medical Service. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for medical professionals to serve in government healthcare facilities across the state.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official MRB portal from 18th December 2025 to 7th January 2026. Applicants are advised to thoroughly review the official notification to ensure they fulfil all eligibility conditions before submitting their applications.
TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
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Organization |
Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB), Tamil Nadu |
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Notification |
No. 22/MRB/2025 |
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Post Name |
Assistant Surgeon (General) |
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Total Vacancies |
299 |
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Age Limit |
Max 37 Years (Others); No Limit for Reserved |
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Scale of Pay |
Level-22: Rs. 56100 - 205700/- |
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Qualification |
MBBS + CRRI + TNMC Registration |
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Selection Process |
Tamil Test + CBT + Merit |
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Job Location |
Tamil Nadu |
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Last Date |
07/01/2026 |
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Vacancy Details (Specialty-wise):
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Specialty |
Vacancies |
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Obstetrics & Gynaecology |
182 |
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Radiology |
37 |
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Forensic Medicine |
50 |
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Geriatrics |
10 |
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Cardiothoracic Surgery |
20 |
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Total |
299 |
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Age Limit (as on 01.07.2025):
- SCs, SC(A)s, STs, MBC&DNCs, BCs, BCMs (including Ex-Servicemen): No Maximum Age Limit
- Others (General): Maximum 37 Years
- Differently Abled (Others): Maximum 47 Years
- Ex-Servicemen (Others): Maximum 48 Years
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
- MBBS Degree with additional qualifications (MD/MS/DNB/Diploma/Superspeciality MCh) in the respective specialties.
- Must have completed House Surgeon (CRRI) for not less than 21 months.
- Must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council.
- Registered practitioner as per Madras Medical Registration Act, 1914.
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Selection Process:
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Tamil Language Eligibility Test (SSLC Standard) |
50 Marks, 1 Hour, Qualifying (40% for all; DAP exempted) |
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Computer Based Test (Medical Sciences - UG Level) |
100 Marks, 2 Hours, Qualifying (30% SC/ST/SCA; 35% Others), No Negative Marking |
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Merit List & Certificate Verification |
Based on CBT Marks + Covid Incentive Marks (if applicable) |
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Application Fee:
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Category |
Fee |
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SC / SCA / ST / DAP(PH) |
₹ 500/- |
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Others |
₹ 1000/- |
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Payment: Online only (Net Banking / Credit/Debit Card / Wallet) | |
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Important Dates:
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Date of Notification & Start of Online Application |
18th December 2025 |
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Last Date for Submission & Payment |
07th January 2026 |
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Date of CBT Examination |
To be announced later |
✅ TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026 Important Links:
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Detailed Notification |
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Online Application |
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Join IndGovtJobs Alert Channels |
✅ How to Apply TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026:
Applications are accepted only through the official MRB online portal. Follow these steps:
➢ Step 1: Visit www.mrb.tn.gov.in and click on the relevant Apply Online link.
➢ Step 2: Complete one-time registration using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number (keep active throughout the process).
➢ Step 3: Upload scanned colour photograph and signature as per specifications.
➢ Step 4: Fill in all required personal, educational, and professional details accurately.
➢ Step 5: Preview the application, make necessary corrections, and submit.
➢ Step 6: Pay the prescribed fee online and download the completed application for future reference. No changes allowed after final submission.
✅ Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the total number of vacancies for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026?
299 posts of Assistant Surgeon (General) distributed across various specialties.
What is the last date to apply online?
7th January 2026 (for both application submission and fee payment).
What is the required educational qualification?
MBBS Degree with completion of CRRI (not less than 21 months) and registration with Tamil Nadu Medical Council.
What is the selection procedure?
Tamil Language Test (qualifying), Computer Based Test (100 marks), followed by Merit List preparation and Certificate Verification.
What is the application fee?
₹1000/- for General/Others and ₹500/- for SC/SCA/ST/DAP candidates.
Is there any age relaxation?
No maximum age limit for reserved categories; 37 years for Others, with additional relaxation for Differently Abled and Ex-Servicemen.