Five major public sector organisations like Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), National Health Mission (NHM), AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Jodhpur and State Bank of India (SBI): are closing applications for their ongoing recruitment drives this week.
These opportunities span sectors such as banking, healthcare, oil and gas, and medical education. With deadlines between January 8 and January 10, 2026, eligible candidates are advised to apply without delay.
Jobs are open to candidates with qualifications ranging from Class 10 and ITI to graduation, MBA and higher medical degrees. Here is a look at the key government job openings to apply for this week.
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IOCL Apprentices recruitment 2026
Indian Oil Corporation Limited has invited applications for 509 Apprentice posts, including Graduate Apprentices, Technician Apprentices and Trade Apprentices. The deadline to apply is January 9, 2026. Depending on the post, candidates who have passed Class 10, ITI, Diploma, 10+2 or any degree are eligible. Selected candidates will undergo apprenticeship training and receive a monthly stipend as per government norms. Selection is usually based on merit.
NHM Special Doctor recruitment 2026
The National Health Mission has announced 300 vacancies for Special Doctor posts, with the last date to apply being January 8, 2026. Candidates with MBBS, DNB, MS/MD or postgraduate medical qualifications can apply. This recruitment aims to strengthen healthcare services, and selection may involve interviews or document verification.
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AIIMS Patna and AIIMS Jodhpur recruitment 2026
AIIMS Patna has released 117 vacancies for Senior Resident posts, with applications closing on January 10, 2026. Eligible candidates must hold DNB, MDS, MS/MD, or other recognised postgraduate medical degrees.
AIIMS Jodhpur has announced one Post Doctoral Fellow post, also closing on January 10, 2026. Candidates with an MBBS along with MS/MD or M.Phil/PhD qualifications can apply. Selection is expected to be through an interview.
SBI Specialist Cadre Officer recruitment 2026
State Bank of India has opened applications for 1,146 Specialist Cadre Officer posts, with the deadline set for January 10, 2026. Candidates with any degree or MBA qualification can apply, depending on the role. These posts are aimed at professionals in IT, finance and management, with selection involving shortlisting and interviews.
