I was chilling on my phone the other day, and boom, this PPSC advert shows up – it's Ad 44/2025. They're looking for 20 Assistant Professors: 9 in Surgery and 11 in Chemical Pathology. Last day to apply is December 8, 2025, so if you've got that MBBS done and some post-grad under your belt, why not give it a shot? I still think about '23 when I was sweating over my Anesthesia application – I ended up guiding about 15 other doctors through their interviews. A few got in, but some bombed 'cause they didn't bother with the little things. No way I'm letting you make those mistakes; let's just go through this step by step, from the basics to the stuff that really tips the scales.
These jobs? They're not the usual 9-to-5 grind. In Punjab right now, with med colleges sprouting up left and right – you know, like the new setups in Rawalpindi or the expansions at Fatima Jinnah – it's about making a difference. You'd be mentoring kids, diving into ops or lab results, and who knows, maybe landing some funding for research from places like the Punjab Health Dept. Surgery's high-pressure, all-scalpels-and-quick-decisions; Chem Path's more behind-the-scenes, figuring out what's wrong from blood work and such. Scale's BS-18, so expect 100-150k starting pay, not counting bonuses or housing stuff. PPSC plays fair but tough – pure merit, even with the quotas. Trust me, I've watched friends with top marks get sidelined over dumb errors like missing a signature.
Quick Glance Table
| Role | How Many | What You Need Qual-Wise | Experience? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surgery Asst Prof | 9 | FCPS/MS in Surgery or similar; if not, General Surgery thing plus 3 years post-grad work | Yes, after your quals |
| Chem Path Asst Prof | 11 | MBBS, PMC okayed, plus PhD/FCPS/MPhil in Chem Path | No need |
Case Numbers: Surgery 115E2025, Chem Path 116E2025. Ages: Men to 50, women 53 – trans by CNIC, props to PPSC for that. Quotas: Surgery one woman; Chem Path adds minority. Fee/Apply: 600 Rs each. Online at ppsc.gop.pk.
Everyone welcome – guys, gals, trans – Punjab origin, PMC showing post-grad (or renewal chit). That Surgery 3-yr loophole? My cousin used it; had general shifts but no full specialty – worked 'cause it was govt stamped.
The Hype for 2025 – My Two Cents
Healthcare here's wild now – PMDC pushing specialists, hospitals like Jinnah upgrading tech. Surgery prof? You're bossing the OR, teaching robotic cuts or whatever's hot. Chem Path? Sleuthing blood mysteries, vital with all the pollution junk. I ditched private for this; no more chasing payments, though I miss the odd late-night emerg. Fresh out? Chem Path's entry-level friendly; old hands in Surgery, spill those war stories.
Written Exam – The Real Gut Check
100 MCQs, 90 mins ish – bomb it, and you're out. Time yourself or regret.
Surgery: Bailey & Love heavy (26th's my jam – 27th's fine but bloated). Davidson med overlaps, like post-op fevers. Schwartz's anatomy closes. '23? Thyroid overload – 11 Qs! One was "Suspicious nodule first step?" – textbook.
Chem Path: Tietz half, CPSP olds 30%, Harper bio. Hack: Rabail Riaz MCQs + 5 CPSP years = 80 easy. They recycle like crazy.
Mocks? Free on Medicoz – do 'em.
Oh, tangent: One guy I knew aced written but flunked the interview 'cause he rambled off-topic. Balance it!
Books We Actually Used
Short and sweet.
Surgery: Bailey Reds. Pastest green. Rabia last-minute.
Chem Path: Rabail 2024 (lifesaver). Tietz selects. Skans – bashed online, but repeats rock.
FB "PPSC Med" for PDFs – verify though.
Papers – Rejection Horror Stories
Happens yearly. PMC list post-grad? Fix it. Exp note "post-FCPS," MS sign. Domicile in Punjab clear? Yep. Scans color, small. Quotas: Women smooth; minorities cert ready.
Interviews – 85+ Scores, For Real
4-5 panel, quick 15 mins. Teach vibe matters.
Surgery: Thyroidectomy how-to? Keep simple. 35-yr nodule? USG on. Frozen follicular diff? Invasion spot.
Chem Path: DKA kid ABG fit? Insulin push. Fake high K? Hemolysis. Lab QC? Charts.
Mirror practice demos. Suit, cite guidelines – NICE, etc.
My Hack Plan (7 Mates Got In Last Time)
'23 formula:
- Syllabus 40 days – chunked.
- Rabia/Pastest 15 – error fix.
- 10 mocks mdcatustad/groups – 70+ goal.
- Last 10: Notes only.
Time's ticking – go!
Dual apply if possible. Surgeons with ancient Biochem? Score.
Other Alerts to Peek
- PPSC Comp Sci BS-17 Lahore
- NADRA Sargodha Intel Contract
- PPSC ESE 294 Teachers Rest above – might click.
Questions? Comment – I'm around.
Dr. Ahmed (PPSC Anesthesia '23 – these hacks saved me)
 – Apply Now with Expert Tips!){kind=link}
0 Comments