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The Medical Services Recruitment Board, Tamil Nadu (TN MRB) has officially released one of the most awaited government job notifications for doctors. If you are an MBBS-qualified medical officer with MD/MS/DNB/Diploma or Super Speciality, this is a golden opportunity to secure a prestigious Tamil Nadu Government medical job with an excellent pay scale and long-term career security.
Under the TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026, a total of 299 Assistant Surgeon (General) posts with Speciality qualifications are to be filled through online mode. The recruitment offers Level-22 pay scale starting from ₹56,100 up to ₹2,05,700, making it one of the highest-paying state medical service jobs.
Let’s explore eligibility, salary, vacancies, age limit, application process, selection procedure, and key instructions in detail.
📌 TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Recruitment Board: Medical Services Recruitment Board, Tamil Nadu
Post Name: Assistant Surgeon (General) – Speciality
Total Vacancies: 299 Posts
Pay Scale: Level-22 – ₹56,100 to ₹2,05,700
Application Mode: Online
Official Website: mrb.tn.gov.in
📅 Important Dates You Must Remember
Notification Release Date: 18 December 2025
Online Application Start Date: 18 December 2025
Last Date to Apply Online & Pay Fee: 07 January 2026
Computer Based Exam Date: To be notified later
👉 Candidates are strongly advised not to wait till the last date to apply.
🏥 TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Vacancy Details (Category-wise)
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| General Turn (GT) | 92 |
| Backward Class (BC) | 79 |
| BC (Muslim) | 11 |
| MBC / DNC | 60 |
| SC | 45 |
| SC (Arunthathiyar) | 9 |
| ST | 3 |
| Total | 299 |
✔ Reservations for Women, Ex-Servicemen, Differently Abled Persons (DAP), and PSTM candidates are strictly followed as per Tamil Nadu Government norms.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon 2026
✅ Educational Qualification
Candidates must:
Possess MBBS qualification, and
Have additional qualifications such as MD / MS / DNB / Diploma / Diploma in DNB / Super Speciality (MCH) in the relevant speciality.
✅ Essential Requirements
Must be a registered medical practitioner under the Madras Medical Registration Act, 1914
Must have completed 12 months of CRRI (House Surgeon)
Name must be registered with the Tamil Nadu Medical Council
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 July 2025)
SC / ST / BC / MBC / BCM: No maximum age limit (up to 60 years)
Others: 37 Years
Differently Abled (Others): 47 Years
Ex-Servicemen (Others): 48 Years
⚠ Candidates must not have completed 60 years of age at the time of appointment.
💰 Salary Details – Why This Job is Highly Attractive
Selected candidates will receive:
Pay Level: 22
Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹2,05,700
Additional DA, HRA, Medical Allowances, Pension Benefits, and other Tamil Nadu Government perks.
This makes TN MRB Assistant Surgeon posts among the best-paying state government medical jobs in India.
💳 Application Fee
SC / SC(A) / ST / Differently Abled Persons: ₹500
Others: ₹1000
✔ Fee payment is online only via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or Wallet.
📝 Selection Process – Simple & Transparent
The selection will be based on:
1️⃣ Tamil Language Eligibility Test
10th Standard level
Mandatory qualifying test
2️⃣ Computer Based Test (CBT)
Objective type
Single paper
Based on Assistant Surgeon (General) with Speciality qualification
📢 Exam date will be announced later on the official website.
📌 Reservation & Special Provisions
4% reservation for Differently Abled candidates
5% reservation for Ex-Servicemen
3.5% internal reservation for BC Muslims
PSTM (Persons Studied in Tamil Medium) reservation applicable
If no women candidates are available, posts will be filled by male candidates of the same category
✔ Defence personnel disabled during service are also eligible subject to medical fitness.
🖥️ How to Apply Online for TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps:
Visit www.mrb.tn.gov.in
Click on Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online
Register using valid Email ID & Mobile Number
Fill the application form carefully
Upload scanned photograph & signature
Pay the application fee online
Submit the form and download the registration slip
📌 No hard copy submission is required.
⚠️ Important Instructions for Candidates
Details once submitted cannot be edited
Email ID & mobile number must remain active
Do not refresh or press back during payment
Apply early to avoid last-minute server issues
Certificate verification will be done at later stages
Government employees with 5+ years of service (Others category) are not eligible
🔗 Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Join Telegram Channel – Click Here
Sarkari Result – Click Here
Age Calculator – Click Here
✅ Final Words
The TN MRB Assistant Surgeon Recruitment 2026 is a once-in-a-year massive opportunity for qualified doctors seeking a stable, high-paying, and respected government medical career in Tamil Nadu. With 299 vacancies, generous reservations, and an excellent pay scale, competition will be high—so apply early and prepare smartly.
👉 Don’t miss this chance to secure your future in Tamil Nadu Medical Services!
