VSSC Dental Surgeon 📍 Trivandrum

VSSC Dental Surgeon Recruitment 2025 (Contract Basis under CHSS): Complete Details
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), under the Department of Space (DOS), has released an advertisement inviting applications for the post of Dental Surgeon on a contract basis under the Contributory Health Service Scheme (CHSS). This article provides a complete, structured, exam-focused breakdown of the application process, vacancies, eligibility, selection procedure, required documents, and pay structure—drafted in a clean and detailed format similar to previous year exam syllabi/recruitment reviews.
📅 Application Process & Timeline
Aspect Detail
Application Submission Candidates must download the prescribed application form from the official VSSC website (www.vssc.gov.in), fill it carefully, and send an advance copy through email.
Email ID chsshelp@vssc.gov.in
Email Subject Format “Application to the position of Authorised Medical Officer at Edapally / Dental Surgeon at <location name> on contract”
Documents to Attach Scanned copies of: Educational Qualification Certificates, Registration Certificate (DCI), Experience Certificates.
Last Date to Apply 07 December 2025
Interview Mode Personal Interview (वैयक्तिक साक्षात्कार) + Inspection of Clinic
Interview Call Only shortlisted candidates will receive email/phone intimation.
Contract Period Initially 6 months, extendable by mutual agreement.
Application Fee Not Applicable (No fee mentioned in notification).
Dental Surgeon Vacancies (BDS)
A total of four Dental Surgeon posts are listed in the advertisement.
Sl. No. Post Name Duty Location
II Dental Surgeon Karamana / Thaliyal, Trivandrum
III Dental Surgeon Balaramapuram, Trivandrum
IV Dental Surgeon Peroorkada, Trivandrum
V Dental Surgeon Nalanchira, Trivandrum
> Note: Sl. No. II also includes the Authorised Medical Officer. For Dental Surgeon, the duty area specifically covers Karamana/Thaliyal.
🎓 Essential Qualification & Experience
Criteria Requirement
Educational Qualification BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) with permanent registration under a State Dental Council / DCI.
Mandatory Experience Minimum 2 years post-registration experience.
Nature of Duties Provide dental treatment and consultation to CHSS beneficiaries of VSSC.
Facility Requirement The applicant must have a fully functional clinic with adequate facilities at the respective duty location.
💰 Remuneration (Pay Structure)
The remuneration for Dental Surgeons is as per CHSS Schedule of Rates (SOR).
There is no fixed salary mentioned for Dental Surgeons in the notification.
Payment will be made based on CHSS rates for dental procedures/treatments provided.
For comparison, the Authorised Medical Officer post mentions a range of ₹12,000 – ₹36,000/month, depending on assigned files.
This range does not apply to Dental Surgeon posts.
⏳ Selection Process: Step-by-Step Timeline
Stage Description Timeline
1. Application Submission Email the filled application form + certificates to chsshelp@vssc.gov.in. On or before 07.12.2025
2. Shortlisting Screening based on qualification & experience. Not specified
3. Interview Intimation Shortlisted candidates will be informed by email/phone. Before interview
4. Personal Interview Candidate’s experience, skills & suitability evaluated. As notified
5. Clinic Inspection VSSC will inspect the dental clinic for facilities & standards. On the same day or as notified
6. Final Selection Based on interview + clinic inspection. After evaluation
🛠️ Mode of Selection (Detailed)
Selection consists of two equally important components:
1. Personal Interview
Evaluates:
Communication skills
Professional experience
Patient handling capability
Awareness of dental ethics and CHSS guidelines
2. Inspection of Clinic
VSSC will check:
Location accuracy (must match the chosen duty area)
Clinical setup quality
Equipment availability
Hygiene & sterilisation protocol
Patient handling capacity
Both components are mandatory for final selection.
📑 Documents Required at Interview
Candidates must bring:
Duly filled Bio-Data Form (as per prescribed format)
Original educational certificates
Original age-proof document
Original permanent Dental Council Registration certificate
Original experience certificates
One set of self-attested photocopies of above documents
📌 General Conditions
Only Indian Nationals are eligible.
Candidates must meet all advertised qualifications and experience to attend the interview.
Preference may be given to candidates below 70 years of age.
Engagement is purely contractual.
Selection does not guarantee or provide any claim to regular employment in VSSC/ISRO/DOS.
The selected candidate must maintain the clinic in the specified area throughout the contract period.
📍 Duty Locations Summary
All four duty stations fall within Trivandrum district:
Karamana / Thaliyal
Balaramapuram
Peroorkada
Nalanchira