BMC Recruitment 2026 - Apply Offline for 20 Houseman, Registrar Posts

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), also known as Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM), has released an official recruitment notification for medical positions at the prestigious Kasturba Hospital for Infectious Diseases for the year 2026. This recruitment drive invites applications from qualified medical professionals for 20 positions across two categories - Houseman (12 posts) and Registrar (8 posts) in various specializations including Medicine, Paediatrics, and Surgery. These positions offer an exceptional opportunity to serve in Mumbai's premier infectious disease hospital while gaining invaluable clinical experience in managing diverse infectious disease cases. Kasturba Hospital, established in 1899, stands as one of Asia's oldest and most renowned hospitals dedicated to infectious and tropical diseases. Located in Mumbai, the hospital has played a historic role in managing infectious disease outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics including plague, cholera, tuberculosis, dengue, malaria, and most recently COVID-19. Working at Kasturba Hospital provides medical professionals with unparalleled exposure to rare and complex infectious disease cases, specialized treatment protocols, cutting-edge research opportunities, and the privilege of serving Mumbai's diverse population under the aegis of one of India's largest and most progressive municipal corporations. The recruitment offers competitive remuneration packages with Houseman positions receiving a basic pay of Rs. 6,600 plus DP (Dearness Pay) of Rs. 3,300, Dearness Allowance as per prevailing rules, and a substantial stipend of Rs. 27,000 per month, bringing total monthly emoluments to approximately Rs. 38,000-40,000. Registrar positions command higher compensation with basic pay of Rs. 6,700, DP of Rs. 3,350, DA as per rules, and stipend of Rs. 27,000 monthly, totaling approximately Rs. 38,500-41,000 per month. Beyond monetary benefits, these positions provide intensive clinical training, academic growth opportunities, research exposure, and valuable experience that significantly enhances career prospects in medical field. ## About Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, established on September 3, 1888, stands as India's richest and most prestigious municipal corporation, governing the Greater Mumbai region with a population exceeding 12 million. BMC operates under the Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Act and is responsible for civic infrastructure, public health services, education, and urban development across Mumbai's island city and suburbs. With an annual budget exceeding Rs. 40,000 crores, BMC manages extensive healthcare infrastructure including 26 major hospitals, 176 dispensaries, 183 health posts, and numerous specialized medical institutions serving Mumbai's citizens. The Public Health Department of BMC operates a comprehensive network of healthcare facilities ranging from primary health centers to super-specialty tertiary care hospitals. BMC hospitals are known for providing quality healthcare services to all sections of society, particularly focusing on affordable treatment for economically weaker sections. The medical institutions under BMC employ thousands of doctors, nurses, paramedical staff, and support personnel, making it one of the largest healthcare employers in India. Kasturba Hospital for Infectious Diseases, the recruitment location, occupies a special place in BMC's healthcare network and India's public health history. Originally established as Arthur Road Hospital during the plague epidemic of 1896-1897, it was renamed Kasturba Hospital in 1950 in memory of Kasturba Gandhi. The hospital specializes in diagnosis, treatment, and research of infectious and communicable diseases including tuberculosis, dengue, malaria, leptospirosis, enteric fever, hepatitis, HIV/AIDS, meningitis, and emerging infectious diseases. The hospital's infrastructure includes well-equipped isolation wards for highly contagious diseases, intensive care units for critically ill patients, modern diagnostic laboratories for microbiological and serological testing, radiology and imaging facilities, dedicated tuberculosis wards and DOTS centers, pediatric infectious disease units, research departments collaborating with national and international institutions, and academic training facilities for medical students, interns, and residents. The hospital receives referrals from across Mumbai and neighboring regions for complex infectious disease cases requiring specialized management. ## Detailed Vacancy Breakdown and Position Descriptions The current recruitment encompasses 20 positions distributed across two designation levels - Houseman and Registrar - in three major clinical specializations. **Houseman Positions (12 Posts Total):** The Houseman category represents entry-level residency positions for fresh MBBS graduates who have completed their compulsory rotating internship. These positions provide foundational clinical training in infectious disease management under supervision of senior doctors and consultants. Housemen are responsible for managing admitted patients, conducting initial assessments, maintaining patient records, prescribing medications under supervision, assisting in procedures, managing emergencies, participating in ward rounds, and engaging in academic activities including case presentations and journal clubs. The intensive hands-on experience gained during the Houseman period forms the bedrock for future medical practice or post-graduate specialization. **Registrar Positions (8 Posts Total):** Registrar positions represent advanced residency roles requiring post-graduate qualifications or significant clinical experience. The 8 Registrar vacancies are distributed across three specializations: 1. **Registrar - Medicine (Specialty-wise distribution to be specified):** These positions focus on managing adult patients with infectious diseases, systemic infections, tropical diseases, and complicated medical conditions. Registrars in Medicine supervise junior doctors, independently manage moderate complexity cases, conduct specialized procedures like lumbar punctures and bone marrow aspirations, lead ward management, and contribute to clinical research and publications. 2. **Registrar - Paediatrics:** This specialization handles infectious diseases in children from newborns to adolescents. The Paediatrics Registrar manages childhood infectious diseases, neonatal sepsis, congenital infections, vaccine-preventable diseases, pediatric tuberculosis, and acute febrile illnesses in children. The role requires expertise in pediatric clinical examination, emergency management, and family counseling regarding infectious disease prevention and treatment. 3. **Registrar - Surgery:** This position addresses surgical complications of infectious diseases and surgical management of infectious conditions. The Surgery Registrar handles surgical drainage of abscesses, debridement of infected wounds, management of surgical site infections, emergency surgical interventions for infectious complications, and pre-operative and post-operative care of surgical patients with infectious diseases. All positions involve rotating duties including night shifts, emergency coverage, and weekend responsibilities to ensure 24/7 patient care. Doctors work in collaborative teams comprising consultants, senior residents, junior residents, interns, nursing staff, and paramedical personnel, providing comprehensive exposure to hospital operations and team-based healthcare delivery. ## Application Procedure - Complete Guide ... - Don't send original certificates - only photocopies ... - Don't fold documents unnecessarily ... - Check BMC website regularly for merit list and updates