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FCPS Postgraduate Trainee, Clinical Fellow, TRMO & Post-Fellow Programs — NICVD Karachi Jobs (Medical Education Department)
The National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD), Karachi has opened its Medical Education Department training intake for multiple programs across adult and pediatric cardiac specialties, imaging, emergency, critical care, cardiac surgery, anesthesia, and more. Positions available include FCPS Postgraduate Trainee, Diploma in Cardiology PG Trainee, Clinical Fellow, Post Fellow, and TRMO (Tier I & II) in departments such as Adult Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiac Imaging, Cardiac Emergency, Critical Care Medicine, Paediatric Cardiology, Paeds Cardiac ICU, Cardiac Surgery, Paediatric & Congenital Cardiac Surgery, and Anesthesia. These are full-time training positions in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan, with program durations ranging from 1 to 3 years, strictly on merit and online application only.
Introduction & Quick Summary
If you’re a medical graduate with MBBS, house job completion, and a valid PMDC (Pakistan Medical & Dental Council) registration—plus completed or ongoing FCPS training/qualification where applicable—this is a rare opportunity to join Pakistan’s flagship cardiac institute. NICVD’s structured training tracks cover:
1) Job Position Details (Comprehensive)
✅ Tip: Review the eligibility and duration carefully for your chosen department. Where the advertisement states “preferable,” candidates meeting the preferred criteria are prioritized during shortlisting.
Department of Adult Cardiology
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| FCPS Postgraduate Trainee | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS-I with IMM training completed (preferable: IMM passed) | 3 Years |
| Diploma in Cardiology PG Trainee | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC | 2 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiology training completed | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier I) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier II) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; MD/Diploma in Cardiology trained or qualified | 1 Year |
Department of Interventional Cardiology
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiology qualified | 2 Years |
Department of Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiology qualified | 2 Years |
Department of Cardiac Imaging
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiology qualified | 2 Years |
Department of Cardiac Emergency
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow – Acute Cardiovascular Care (ACVC) Certification Program | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiology qualified | 2 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Emergency Medicine training completed | 1 Year |
Department of Critical Care Medicine
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS qualified in General Medicine / Cardiology / Anesthesia / Emergency Medicine / Pulmonology / Nephrology | 2 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS training in General Medicine / Cardiology / Anesthesia / Emergency Medicine / Pulmonology / Nephrology | 1 Year |
Department of Paediatric Cardiology
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Paeds Medicine qualified | 3 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Paeds Medicine training completed | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier I) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier II) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; MD/MCPS/Diploma in Paeds trained or qualified | 1 Year |
Department of Paeds Cardiac ICU
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Paeds Medicine training completed | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier I) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier II) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; MD/MCPS/Diploma in Paeds trained or qualified | 1 Year |
Department of Cardiac Surgery
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiac Surgery qualified | 2 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiac Surgery training completed | 1 Year |
| FCPS Postgraduate Trainee | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS-I with IMM training completed (preferable: IMM passed) | 3 Years |
Department of Paediatric & Congenital Cardiac Surgery
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiac Surgery qualified | 3 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Cardiac Surgery training completed | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier I) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier II) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; MD/MCPS/Diploma in Surgery trained or qualified | 1 Year |
Department of Anesthesia
| Position Title | Core Eligibility | Program Duration |
|---|
| Post Fellow CTA | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Anesthesia qualified | 2 Years |
| FCPS CTA | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS-I with IMM training completed | 3 Years |
| FCPS Postgraduate Trainee | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS-I (Anesthesia) qualified | 2 Years |
| Clinical Fellow | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; FCPS Anesthesia training completed | 1 Year |
| TRMO (Tier II) | MBBS + House Job + Valid PMDC; MD/MCPS/Diploma in Anesthesia trained or qualified | 1 Year |
2) General Eligibility & Selection Notes
- ✅ MBBS + Completed House Job (mandatory across all programs).
- ✅ Valid PMDC registration (active at time of application).
- ✅ FCPS qualification or FCPS training completion where specified.
- ✅ MD/MCPS/Diploma is required for specific Tier II TRMO posts as noted.
- 🧪 Merit-based selection with test/interview for shortlisted candidates.
- 🧾 Government employees must apply through proper channel and present NOC at interview.
- 🚫 No TA/DA for test/interview.
- ⛔ No secondary employment allowed during training — these are full-time programs.
- 💸 Stipend paid as per NICVD policies for training programs.
- 🗓️ Training Start: January 2026 (tentative/subject to NICVD schedule).
- 📅 Deadline: Monday, 24 November 2025 (online portal will be inactive after closing).
3) About the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NICVD) ❤️
NICVD Karachi is Pakistan’s premier public cardiac institute, widely recognized for high-volume cardiac care, groundbreaking interventional services, and comprehensive training across adult and pediatric cardiovascular disciplines. With a mission to make quality heart care accessible, NICVD has developed a robust ecosystem that combines clinical care, research, and education. Its training programs are structured to create well-rounded specialists who can manage acute, chronic, and complex cardiac conditions with confidence.
Why train at NICVD?
- Unmatched patient exposure: High case volumes across cardiology, intervention, electrophysiology, surgery, and critical care give trainees broad clinical depth.
- Structured mentorship: Senior faculty lead bedside teaching, cath-lab exposure, theatre rotations, and ICU learning.
- Interdisciplinary environment: Collaboration with imaging, emergency, anesthesia, and pediatric subspecialties fosters whole-patient thinking.
- Skill-building fellowships: Advanced tracks like ACVC, electrophysiology, and congenital cardiac surgery equip trainees for modern practice standards.
- Research culture: Ample opportunities to engage in audits, presentations, and publications under supervision.
- Public service impact: Training at NICVD prepares you to contribute meaningfully to cardiovascular health across Pakistan.
4) How to Apply — Complete Process
Follow these steps carefully to ensure your application is accepted and considered:
- Create/Access Your Account
🖥️ Visit the official Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) portal for NICVD: pgme.nicvd.org.- Applications are online only.
- No physical or courier submissions are accepted.
- Choose Your Program
✅ You can apply for one position at a time.- Review eligibility for your chosen department and track (FCPS, Post Fellow, Clinical Fellow, TRMO Tier I/II).
- Ensure your PMDC is valid and your FCPS/MD/MCPS/Diploma status matches the requirement.
- Prepare & Upload Documents 📝
Typical documents include (scan clearly in PDF/JPEG as instructed on the portal):- CNIC (front & back)
- MBBS degree + House Job certificate
- PMDC valid registration certificate
- FCPS-I/FCPS, IMM, MD/MCPS/Diploma certificates (as applicable)
- Detailed CV/Resume with contact details
- Attempt certificates/marksheets where relevant
- Experience letters/rotations log (if any)
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- NOC (for government employees)
- Any other document specifically asked for on the portal
- Submit Application & Track Status
- Complete all required fields; upload clear, legible documents.
- Double-check department, position, and duration before final submission.
- Keep your application ID for reference.
- Shortlisting, Test & Interview
- Shortlisted applicants will be notified via portal/email/phone.
- Bring original documents on the day of interview/test.
- Remember: No TA/DA is admissible.
- Final Selection & Joining
- Selections are made purely on merit.
- On selection, complete joining formalities as instructed by the Medical Education Department.
- Training is expected to commence in January 2026, subject to NICVD schedule.
Application Deadline: 📅 Monday, 24 November 2025 — submit early to avoid last-minute portal load issues.
5) Important Reminders & FAQs
- Can I apply to more than one program?
You may apply for only one position at a time. Prioritize based on your highest eligibility (e.g., if you hold FCPS Cardiology, consider Post Fellow tracks requiring that qualification). - Are these paid training positions?
Yes. Stipends are provided as per NICVD policies. Amounts may vary by program level and are subject to NICVD’s approved rules. - Will outside employment be allowed?
⛔ No. All courses are full-time; you are not allowed to work for any other organization during training. - What if my PMDC renewal is in process?
Keep your valid PMDC ready before interview/joining. Incomplete registration may disqualify you. - What does Tier I vs Tier II (TRMO) mean?
Tier I generally requires MBBS + House Job + PMDC.
Tier II additionally requires a relevant MD/MCPS/Diploma (e.g., Cardiology, Paediatrics, Anesthesia, or Surgery as specified). - Who can I contact for help?
For queries, contact the Medical Education Department, NICVD, Karachi — Phone (switchboard) +92-21-99201271 (5 lines), Ext. 329.
📧 Email: dme@nicvd.org.
(Office address as per NICVD: Rafiqui (H.J.) Shaheed Road, Karachi-75510, Pakistan.)
