PPSC rolls out New Written Exam for doctor recruitment in govt hospitals

Recruitment for doctors in Pakistan is usually regulated, and medical professionals working in government hospitals meet specific qualifications and undergo rigorous assessments.

To further improve the standard, Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has introduced mandatory written test for doctors recruitment. The government agency has started the recruitment process for 900 doctors.

The written exam will carry a total of 100 marks and will include subjects like General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs, and Geography. Also, it will cover Mathematics, English, Urdu, Everyday Science, and Computer Science.

To qualify for the interview stage, doctors need to achieve a minimum of 40 percent on the examination. Earlier, medical officers were selected based only on mere interviews for permanent recruitment.

Strict recruitment of doctors is crucial for patient safety while the the regulated process helps minimize the risk of medical errors and ensures that patients receive safe and effective care. It also maintains high standards of medical practice and professionalism across the healthcare sector.

Furthermore, it plays crucial role in fostering public trust in healthcare system, especially in countries like Pakistan where several cases reported.