Government of Goa DHS Recruitment 2026: Walk-In Interview for 56 Posts, Check Vacancy, Salary, Eligibility, Dates & Selection Process

The Directorate of Health Services (DHS), Government of Goa has announced a Walk-In Interview recruitment for various medical, paramedical and technical positions on a contract basis. The recruitment includes posts such as Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon, Anesthetist, Radiologist, Physician, Psychiatrist, Echo Cardiologist, Intensivist/Consultant (ICU), Medical Officer, Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist, Behavior Therapist and Technical Staff (Engineer). The notification mentions a total of 56 vacancies with monthly consolidated remuneration ranging from ₹27,500 to ₹2,00,000, depending on the post. 

Candidates who meet the prescribed educational qualifications can attend the Walk-In Interview at the Chamber of the Director, Directorate of Health Services, Campal, Panaji-Goa on the respective date and reporting time. Candidates are required to bring the application, original certificates and self-attested photocopies for document verification. 

DHS Goa Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The notification clearly states that the appointments are to be made purely on Contract Basis. 

DHS Goa Vacancy 2026

The recruitment covers 13 different designations. The highest number of vacancies is available for Medical Officer – 29 Posts, while other vacancies are distributed among specialist doctors, therapists and technical staff.

Post-Wise Vacancy Details

*The notification also mentions ₹1,60,000 for an MBBS graduate with an MCI-recognized certificate course in Critical Medicine/Intensive Care for the Intensivist/Consultant (ICU) post. 

DHS Goa Recruitment 2026 Eligibility

The educational qualification varies according to the post. Candidates should possess the qualification prescribed for the particular position.

1. Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon, Anesthetist, Radiologist, Physician and Psychiatrist

Candidates should possess a recognized medical qualification included in the First or Second Schedule or Part II of the Third Schedule, subject to the conditions prescribed under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956.

These posts carry a consolidated monthly remuneration of ₹1,20,000.

2. Echo Cardiologist

For the Echo Cardiologist post, the notification specifies postgraduate qualification in General Medicine or Respiratory Medicine with fellowship in ECHO Cardiology, OR postgraduate qualification in General Medicine or Respiratory Medicine with a certificate in ECHO Cardiology and one year of experience.

The notification specifies an age limit of 60 years for this post.

3. Intensivist / Consultant (ICU)

Candidates should possess the prescribed recognized medical qualification and one of the specified qualifications/experience combinations.

The notification mentions:

• MD Anesthesia / equivalent degree; OR
• MD General Medicine / equivalent degree with one year of experience in intensive care; OR
• MD Respiratory Medicine with one year of experience in intensive care; OR
• MBBS with a two-year certificate course in Critical Medicine/Intensive Care along with one year of work experience.

The notification specifies an age limit of 60 years for this post. 

4. Medical Officer

Candidates should possess the prescribed medical qualification recognized under the relevant schedules of the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, or a degree of Goa Medical School.

Candidates must also have completed compulsory rotating internship. 

5. Occupational Therapist

Candidates should have:

• Master in Occupational Therapy; or
• Bachelor in Occupational Therapy

from a recognized institution.

Desirable: One year of experience working with children and interest in Pediatric Neuro-rehabilitation. 

6. Speech Therapist

Candidates should possess M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology from a recognized institution.

Desirable: Six months of experience in Speech Therapy. 

7. Behavior Therapist

Candidates should be graduates in any field from a recognized institution and possess specialized training in Behavior Therapy for Autism from a reputed institute.

Desirable: One year of experience in Behavior Therapy. 

8. Technical Staff (Engineer)

Candidates should possess:

• B.E. Mechanical; or
• B.E. Biomedical Engineering

along with one year of experience.

Age Limit

The notification contains a general age provision stating that the age should be not exceeding 45 years, relaxable as per the instructions/orders issued by the Government.

However, the notification specifically mentions an age limit of 60 years for the Echo Cardiologist and Intensivist/Consultant (ICU) posts. Candidates should therefore check the age condition applicable to their particular post.  

Selection Process

The DHS Goa recruitment is conducted through a Walk-In Interview. The notification does not mention a separate written examination.

The selection procedure involves:

1. Reporting at the prescribed venue and time.
2. Submission/checking of the application and certificates.
3. Document verification.
4. Walk-In Interview.
5. Selection as per the recruitment requirements.

Candidates must report according to the time prescribed for their respective post. Late reporting after 10:00 AM / 2:30 PM will not be considered for the interview. 

DHS Goa Recruitment 2026 Interview Dates

How to Apply for DHS Goa Recruitment 2026

There is no online application process specified in the uploaded notification. Eligible candidates have to attend the Walk-In Interview at the prescribed venue on the date and time applicable to their post.

Steps to Attend the Walk-In Interview

Step 1: Check the post-wise eligibility criteria.

Step 2: Check the interview date and reporting time for your post.

Step 3: Prepare the application along with all required certificates.

Step 4: Carry the original documents for verification.

Step 5: Carry self-attested photocopies of the required certificates and testimonials.

Step 6: Reach the venue before the prescribed reporting time.

Step 7: Complete document verification and attend the Walk-In Interview.

The venue mentioned in the notification is:

Chamber of the Director,
Directorate of Health Services,
Campal, Panaji-Goa. 

Documents Required

Candidates attending the Walk-In Interview should carry the required documents according to their post.

For Posts 1 to 9

Candidates are required to carry self-attested copies of:

• Birth Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Internship Completion Certificate
• Goa Medical Council Registration
• 15 Years Residence Certificate in Goa
• Experience Certificate, wherever applicable

For Posts 10 to 13

Candidates are required to carry self-attested copies of:

• Birth Certificate
• Educational Qualification Certificates
• Valid Employment Card
• 15 Years Residence Certificate in Goa
• Experience Certificate, wherever applicable

Candidates should also bring the original documents and certificates for verification. 

Important Points for Candidates

• The appointments are purely on a contract basis.
• Candidates must attend the Walk-In Interview at the prescribed venue.
• Document verification will be conducted along with the interview process.
• Candidates should bring original documents and photocopies.
• Knowledge of Konkani is desirable for all posts.
• Age limit is generally not exceeding 45 years, subject to applicable relaxation.
• Specific age limit of 60 years is mentioned for Echo Cardiologist and Intensivist/Consultant (ICU).
• Late reporting after the prescribed time will not be considered.
• No TA/DA will be paid for attending the Walk-In Interview. 

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The Directorate of Health Services, Government of Goa recruitment provides an opportunity for eligible medical, paramedical and technical professionals to work under the Health Services Department on a contract basis. A total of 56 vacancies are available across 13 different posts, with remuneration ranging from ₹27,500 to ₹2,00,000 per month depending on the position. 

Candidates interested in these positions should carefully check the educational qualification, experience, age requirement and document requirements before attending the Walk-In Interview. Since different posts have different interview dates and reporting times, candidates should attend only on the date and time prescribed for their respective position.

Candidates should also ensure that they carry their original certificates, self-attested photocopies, application and other required documents. The notification specifically states that late reporting will not be considered and that no TA/DA will be paid for attending the interview. 

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