Punjab to End Permanent Hiring in Medical Colleges and Teaching Hospitals

The Punjab government has recently announced a shift in hiring practices for public medical colleges and teaching hospitals, opting for contract-based employment instead of permanent positions. According to a notification from the Specialized Healthcare Department, vacancies at these institutions will now be filled on three-year contracts, initially targeting Grade 18 Senior Registrar, Assistant Professor, Grade 19 Associate Professor, and Grade 20 Professor roles.

The decision applies to specific institutions and complies with the set quotas for initial hires. The contracts will commence with a three-year term, potentially extendable contingent on satisfactory performance. The government's primary objective behind this change is to tackle the scarcity of specialist physicians and maintain a consistent flow of medical education.

A notification has been issued to all relevant medical universities, colleges, and teaching hospitals.