AIIMS Bathinda – Optometrist Post
AIIMS Bathinda Recruitment Advertisement dated 05 March 2026 for Group A, B & C posts on Deputation Basis.
1. Post Name
Senior Optometrist
2. Post Category
Group B Post
3. Pay Level
Level – 7 (7th CPC Pay Matrix)
Approximate salary structure:
- Basic Pay: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
- DA + HRA + TA as per Central Government rules
- Other allowances as applicable to AIIMS employees
4. Number of Vacancies
01 Post
(As shown in the Group-B table on page 1 of the document.)
5. Mode of Recruitment
Deputation Basis
This means:
- Only currently working government employees can apply.
- Candidates must apply through proper channel from their department.
6. Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be working in:
- Central Government
- State Government
- Union Territory Government
- Central Statutory Bodies
- Autonomous Bodies
- Public Sector Undertakings
And must satisfy one of the following conditions.
Option 1
Holding analogous post on regular basis.
Option 2
Working with 3 years regular service in Pay Level equivalent to GP ₹4200.
7. Educational Qualification
Candidate must have:
B.Sc. in Ophthalmic Techniques
8. Experience Requirement
Minimum 8 years of experience in the field of Ophthalmology / Optometry line.
Experience may include:
- Refraction
- Ophthalmic diagnostics
- Visual assessment
- Ophthalmic instruments handling
- Assisting ophthalmologists
- Patient eye examination
9. Age Limit
Maximum age:
56 years
(as on the last date of application).
10. Tenure of Deputation
Initial deputation period:
2 years
Extension:
- Can be extended 1 year at a time depending on requirement.
11. Application Process
Steps to apply:
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Download application form of AIIMS Bathinda website
Download PDF -
Fill the prescribed application proforma.
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Submit through proper channel.
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Send application by:
Speed Post / Registered Post
Address:
Executive Director
AIIMS Bathinda
Mandi Dabwali Road
Bathinda, Punjab – 151001
Mention on envelope:
"Application for the post of Senior Optometrist – AIIMS Bathinda"
12. Documents Required
The following documents must be attached:
- Self-attested certificates
- APARs of last 5 years
- Vigilance Clearance Certificate
- Integrity Certificate
- No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Statement of penalties (if any)
13. Selection Process
Selection will be based on:
- Shortlisting of applications
- Interview
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.
14. Important Deadline
Application must reach within:
30 days from publication in Employment News.
Late or incomplete applications will be rejected.
15. Allowances & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive:
- Central Government Pay Level-7 salary
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance
- Other AIIMS allowances
Summary (Quick View)
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Post | Senior Optometrist |
| Category | Group B |
| Pay Level | Level-7 |
| Salary | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 |
| Vacancies | 1 |
| Qualification | B.Sc. Ophthalmic Techniques |
| Experience | 8 years |
| Age Limit | 56 years |
| Recruitment Type | Deputation |
| Selection | Shortlisting + Interview |