ESIC Insurance Medical Officer Grade-II Jobs 2026: 225 Posts, Eligibility & Application Details

The Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India, has issue an offline recruitment drive for 225 posts of Insurance Medical Officer (IMO) Grade-II in 2026.

This Opportunity targets candidates from the disclosure list of the Combined Medical Services Examination (CMSE) 2024 conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), accessible via the Pratibha Setu Portal. Eligible candidates whose details appear on this portal as of the closing date can apply. The positions involve providing medical services in ESIC hospitals and dispensaries nationwide.

Overview ESIC IMO Grade-II Jobs recruitment 2026

Vacancy Distribution

Eligibility Requirements for ESIC Insurance Medical Officer Grade-II Jobs 2026

• Educational Qualification:
  • MBBS degree recognized under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (First/Second Schedule or Part-II of Third Schedule, excluding licentiate qualifications).
• Internship:
  • Must have completed compulsory rotating internship (or complete it before joining).
• Essential Criterion:
  • Name must be listed in the CMSE-2024 details on UPSC’s Pratibha Setu Portal as on the closing date (17 February 2026). No new exam is held; merit is drawn from CMSE-2024 scores.

Age Limit (as on 01 August 2024)

• Maximum Age: 35 years
• Age Relaxation:
  • For SC/ST: +5 years
  • For OBC: +3 years
  • For ESIC Employees: +5 years

Salary and Perks:

Selected candidates receive Pay Level-10 basic pay starting at ₹56,100 (up to ₹1,77,500), plus:

• Non-Practicing Allowance (NPA, typically 20% of basic pay).
• Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA based on city classification), Transport Allowance.
• Other benefits include National Pension System (NPS), medical coverage for self and family, Leave Travel Concession (LTC), and career progression opportunities.

Selection Procedure of ESIC Insurance Medical Officer Grade-II Jobs 2026

• No separate written test by ESIC.
• Merit-based shortlisting using CMSE-2024 scores/marks from the Pratibha Setu Portal.
• Shortlisted candidates undergo document verification (originals for age, qualifications, internship, category, etc.).
• Final appointment depends on medical fitness and character verification.

How to fill Offline Application ESIC IMO Grade-II Jobs 2026

1. Download the official notification and application format from the ESIC website.
2. Print and fill the application form accurately (include details like name, DOB, CMSE-2024 roll number, and more asked details.)
3. Attach self-attested copies of required documents: Matriculation certificate (age proof), MBBS degree/marksheets, internship certificate, category certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), NMC/State Medical Council registration.
4. Place in an envelope and superscribe: “Application for the post of IMO Gr. II in ESIC”.
5. Send via Speed Post to: The Joint Director (Recruitment), ESI Corporation, Panchdeep Bhawan, CIG Marg, New Delhi-110002.

Recruitment Timeline

Application Fee

• Nil ( no fee mentioned for all categories in this recruitment).

Direct Application Links

About Employees’ State Insurance Corporation

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is a statutory body under India’s Ministry of Labour and Employment, established by the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948. It provides social security and healthcare protection to workers in the organized sector and their families. Launched in 1952, ESIC operates as a self-financing scheme through contributions from employees and employers. It offers comprehensive medical care, sickness benefits, maternity support, disability allowances, and dependent pensions in case of work-related injuries or death. With a vast network of hospitals, dispensaries, and empanelled facilities across India, ESIC safeguards the well-being of millions of insured workers and promotes financial stability during health challenges