AIIMS Patna Recruitment 2026 – Apply Offline for Manifold Technician, Senior Plumber Posts

Update 5 Nov 2026: The educational qualifications and experience requirements for the post of Manifold Technician (Gas Steward) have been amended. See the notice

All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna (AIIMS Patna) is recruiting candidates for 6 vacancies comprising Manifold Technician (Gas Steward) and Senior Plumber posts on a deputation basis. Eligible applicants must submit their offline applications through Speed Post or Registered Post to the Recruitment Cell, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Phulwarisharif, Patna on or before 08 December 2026. Qualifications and pay levels vary by post, with the Manifold Technician post carrying Level-5 (Rs. 29,200-92,300) and the Senior Plumber post carrying Level-4 (Rs. 25,500-81,100). The selection process involves scrutiny of applications, verification of Confidential Reports or APAR, and Vigilance Clearance.

Where and How to Send

Applicants must send their applications through Speed Post or Registered Post to the following postal address:

Recruitment Cell, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Phulwarisharif, Patna-801507

The envelope containing the application(s) must be superscribed with "Application for the Post of ___________________ on Deputation Basis".

Posts, Eligibility and Pay

Eligibility and Qualification Details:

• Manifold Technician (Gas Steward): Officials holding analogous post in Government Organization or holding post with five years of relevant experience in the grade pay of Rs. 2400/-. Essential qualification: 10+2 in Science with 7 years' experience in Medical Gas Pipeline System in a minimum 200 bedded Govt. Hospital; OR Trade Certificate or ITI Diploma in Mechanical Engg. with 5 years' experience in Medical Gas Pipeline System in a minimum 200 bedded Hospital.
• Senior Plumber: Officers under the Central/State Governments, UT Administration or of Central Statutory/ Autonomous Bodies, Holding analogous post or with 8 years regular service as plumber in the grade Rs. 1900/-.
• Age Limit: Maximum age limit for applying for the aforesaid posts on deputation is 56 years as on the last date of posting of application.

Enclosures

• Prescribed proforma through proper channel
• Duly attested photocopies of up to date Confidential Reports / APAR (at least for the latest 05 years)
• Vigilance Clearance and Integrity Certificate
• Comparative chart regarding Pay Scale granted to the official with Central Government pay scale, duly certified by their Finance/Accounts Department (for candidates not following Central Government Pay Scales)

Selection Process

The selection process is regulated as per the relevant Recruitment Rules/DoPT instructions. It includes scrutiny of applications, verification of up-to-date Confidential Reports or APAR for the latest 5 years, and receipt of Vigilance Clearance. Maximum age limit is 56 years as on the last date of posting of application. The period of deputation will be for a period of three (3) years and extendable for a maximum period of five years as per DoPT guidelines.

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