Rajasthan Ends Two-Year Bond for PG Doctors Who Take Government Jobs Jaipur
In a move that has brought a wave of relief across Rajasthan’s medical community, the state has officially removed the compulsory two-year service bond for postgraduate doctors who choose to work in government jobs. The order, issued on 1 December 2025, reshapes what had become one of the most stressful requirements for young doctors stepping into their careers.
A Big Burden Lifted for PG Students
For years, PG and super-speciality students knew that choosing a government medical college in Rajasthan meant signing up for a minimum of two years of service in state hospitals after their course. The rule was intended to strengthen the healthcare system, but for many students, it felt limiting. Some were eager to join central institutions, some wanted to pursue research, and many feared the heavy penalties tied to the bond.
Now, with the new notification, all of that changes.
If a PG doctor lands a job with the State Government, Central Government, or even an institute that is partially government-run, the two-year bond will no longer apply. All they need is a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Medical Education Department once they join their new post. From that point, the bond is simply waived.
The decision takes effect immediately and covers the current 2025–26 batch, which means hundreds of young doctors can breathe easier about their next steps.
According to the official notification, the relaxation also extends to candidates appointed through recruitment processes such as the Rajasthan Public Service Commission, ensuring that those who join government service through competitive exams are exempt from the bond as well.
The Department of Medical Education stated that the change was brought in after repeated appeals from students and faculty, who pointed out that the earlier bond structure made recruitment less attractive and contributed to vacancies in government medical colleges.
Officials also clarified that the waiver applies once the candidate formally joins their new post, after which the required NOC will be issued.
What the Old Rules Looked Like
Earlier in 2025, the government tightened its bond rules. Students admitted to government colleges under Rajasthan Medical Education Society (RajMES) and other state institutions were required to:
Serve in government hospitals for two full years.
Submit a bond of ₹25 lakh, which, depending on the speciality, could shoot up to ₹1.5 crore.
Pay the entire bond amount if they chose not to serve.
The numbers alone added immense pressure. For some super-speciality students, the bond amount was higher than what their families could ever hope to afford. Many felt a dilemma between pursuing their dreams and avoiding financial strain.
(Rh/ARC/MSM)
