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Full Form of MRB

Official Full Form & Meaning
Medical Services Recruitment Board
हिंदी अर्थ: चिकित्सा सेवा भर्ती बोर्ड
Conducting / Regulatory Authority State Health Departments (e.g. TN MRB)
Official Authority Portal mrb.tn.gov.in

1. Official Mandate, Scope & Background

The Medical Services Recruitment Board (MRB) is a specialized state recruitment body established by state governments (such as Tamil Nadu) for direct and speedy recruitment of Medical Officers, Assistant Surgeons, Nurses, and Pharmacists in public hospitals.

2. Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications & Age Limits

Assistant Surgeon (General): MBBS degree from a recognized university and permanent registration with the State Medical Council. Age limit: Up to 35-37 years for general candidates.

3. Examination Scheme & Selection Procedure

Computer-Based Test (CBT) or OMR written test based on the medical curriculum followed by certificate verification. No oral interview for Assistant Surgeon posts.

4. Core Syllabus & Key Subjects

Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Community Medicine, General Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Pediatrics.

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