Punjab 2nd Fellowship (Level-IV) January 2027 – Super-Specialty Training in Punjab Teaching Hospitals, Apply by 30 November

Punjab 2nd Fellowship (Level-IV) January 2027 – Super-Specialty Training in Punjab Teaching Hospitals

Doctors in Punjab who have already finished their FCPS, MS or MD can now apply for the next stage of specialist training. The Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department, Government of the Punjab, has opened applications for the 2nd Fellowship (earlier called Level-IV) for the January 2027 intake. Training takes place in government teaching hospitals across Punjab, and applications go in online only through the Punjab Health Foundation portal.

Last date to apply: 30 November 2026, till 5:00 PM.

What Is the 2nd Fellowship (Level-IV)?

The 2nd Fellowship is the training stage that comes after a doctor completes Level-III, which means FCPS, MS or MD. It is a super-specialty programme, so doctors train in a narrow, advanced field rather than a broad specialty. The induction happens twice a year, in January and July, and this round is for the January 2027 session. The Punjab Health Foundation runs the online portal, and the Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department sets the rules and the merit list.

This round matters for two reasons. First, it is the first January intake under the revised rules that the department announced in July 2026. From the January 2027 session, second fellowship training under the Central Induction Policy is offered only through university degree programmes that lead to MD or MS qualifications, and the seats in government teaching hospitals are shared equally between doctors who hold MD or MS degrees and doctors who hold FCPS. Second, the merit rules now give more weight to research: publications carry 12 of the 25 marks, up from 10 in the earlier criteria.

Important Dates

Do not wait for the final day. The fee must be paid on the voucher that the portal generates, and the deposit has to be made at the bank before the deadline. A late payment or a late form will not be accepted.

Who Can Apply – Eligibility Criteria

The department has set five clear conditions. A candidate must meet all of them:

• Age: less than 45 years on the last date of submission.
• Qualification: a Level-III qualification, which means FCPS, MS or MD, recognised by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC).
• Licence: a permanent practising licence from PM&DC.
• Research: at least one research article published in a PM&DC or Higher Education Commission (HEC) recognised journal.
• Conduct: a conduct certificate from the degree-awarding or postgraduate training institution, signed by the head of the institution, stating that no disciplinary action was taken during Level-III training and that the candidate had no involvement in political activity of any kind. An undertaking or affidavit to the same effect is also submitted with the application.

Applications for horizontal Level-III programmes, which means FCPS, MS or MD itself, are not accepted under this 2nd Fellowship induction. This round is only for doctors who already hold a Level-III qualification and now want super-specialty training.

How Selection Works – The 25-Mark Merit Score

Selection is made on a 25-mark merit score. The current criteria were notified on 4 May 2026 (No. SO(ME-II)7-1/2024(L-IV)(Policy)) and apply from the July 2026 induction onwards, so they apply to this January 2027 intake as well.

Marks for each publication depend on the author’s position in the author list, with the first author earning the most and later authors earning less, and the same pattern applies to impact factor journals. Credit is given only if the journal was recognised at the time the article was published, and only if the article was published before the last date of application. The full author-wise marks table is published with the criteria on the portal.

Post-fellowship experience means experience after FCPS, MS or MD in a Punjab Government or PM&DC recognised institution. It earns 3 marks for 2 complete years, 2 marks for 1 complete year or more, 1 mark for 6 months to 1 year, and 0.5 marks for 3 to 6 months. Experience certificates signed by the head of the institution or the medical superintendent must be uploaded on the portal, and only experience up to the last date of application counts.

The interview is mandatory and carries 10 marks. Candidates who score less than 5 in the interview are not considered further. Interviews are taken by a committee notified by the Specialized Healthcare and Medical Education Department. If two candidates score equal marks, preference goes first to regular Punjab Government employees serving in the host institution, then to regular Punjab Government employees in other institutions, then to contract or adhoc Punjab Government employees, and last to private sector candidates. Within the same category, the candidate senior in age is preferred.

Programmes and Seats

The induction covers super-specialty and vertical programmes in Punjab teaching hospitals. The seat details, the full list of programmes, the terms and conditions, the Policy and Procedure Manual and the required forms can be downloaded from the PHF portal at level4.phf.gop.pk. Candidates should check the portal for the programme list before they apply, because the number of seats and the available specialties change from one induction to the next. The advertisement for this January 2027 intake is published on the same portal.

Documents Checklist – Keep These Ready

• MBBS degree and Level-III (FCPS, MS or MD) qualification documents recognised by PM&DC.
• Permanent PM&DC practising licence.
• At least one published research article in a PM&DC or HEC recognised journal, with proof of publication.
• Conduct certificate from the degree-awarding or training institution, signed by the head of the institution.
• Undertaking or affidavit about conduct and no political activity, as required by the portal.
• Post-fellowship experience certificates, signed by the head of the institution or the medical superintendent.
• Fee voucher generated from the portal, with the Rs 3,000 deposit proof.
• Valid CNIC and a working email address and mobile number.
• For CMH or Armed Forces candidates, the affidavit forms given on the portal.

Why Apply for the 2nd Fellowship

Super-specialty training is the step that turns a specialist into a sub-specialist. It opens senior consultant posts in teaching hospitals, and it is the qualification that large public hospitals look for when they fill advanced clinical roles. The 50:50 seat sharing between MD or MS holders and FCPS holders means both routes into the fellowship are treated equally, and the merit-based 25-mark system makes the process clear: research, experience and interview performance decide the result.

How to Apply

• Open the Punjab Health Foundation portal at level4.phf.gop.pk and register for the 2nd Fellowship (Level-IV) January 2027 intake.
• Read the official advertisement, the seat details and the Policy and Procedure Manual on the portal.
• Fill in the online form and upload the required documents, including the conduct certificate and experience certificates.
• Generate the fee voucher from the portal and deposit the non-refundable Rs 3,000 in the bank well before the deadline.
• Submit the form before 5:00 PM on 30 November 2026 and keep a copy of the submitted form and the fee proof.
• For help, call the helpline at 0304-1111972 between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Fraud warning: Never pay any person who claims to confirm your seat or merit position in exchange for money. The department selects candidates only on the published 25-mark merit criteria, and the only fee is the Rs 3,000 paid on the portal voucher. Apply only through the official PHF portal and never share your login details or bank information with anyone.

FAQs – Punjab 2nd Fellowship January 2027

What is the last date to apply for the Punjab 2nd Fellowship January 2027?

30 November 2026, till 5:00 PM. Apply online at level4.phf.gop.pk before that time.

Who is eligible for the Level-IV 2nd Fellowship?

Doctors who hold a Level-III qualification (FCPS, MS or MD) recognised by PM&DC, hold a permanent PM&DC licence, are under 45 years of age on the last date, and have at least one research article published in a recognised journal.

What is the processing fee?

Rs 3,000, non-refundable. Pay it only on the voucher generated from the portal.

How are candidates selected?

On a 25-mark merit score: 12 marks for research publications, 3 marks for post-fellowship experience and 10 marks for the interview. Candidates must score at least 5 in the interview.

Can I apply for FCPS or MD training under this induction?

No. This induction is only for the 2nd Fellowship (super-specialty) for doctors who already hold FCPS, MS or MD. Level-III applications are not accepted here.

Where can I get help with my application?

Call the PHF helpline at 0304-1111972 between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM, or check the seat details and forms on level4.phf.gop.pk.