Fake job alert on social media alarms authorities at PGIMS Rohtak

Authorities at Pt BD Sharma Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (PGIMS) here have been left alarmed and concerned after misleading recruitment posts began circulating widely on social media, triggering a surge of queries from job seekers.

Taking serious note of it, PGIMS Director Dr SK Singhal has directed the institution’s Security Supervisor to lodge an FIR against those spreading the rumour.

“Some social media accounts—particularly on Instagram—are falsely claiming that PGIMS has invited applications for posts such as medical officers, counsellors, nurses and data entry operators. Adding to the confusion, these posts claim that the recruitment would be conducted purely through interviews, with no written examination, and that appointments would be made directly. The viral messages even mention April 30 as the last date to apply, creating urgency among aspirants,” said a PGIMS officer on anonymity.

He maintained that in one such viral video, an individual can be seen explaining the so-called application process and urging candidates to download forms from his personal website. The content is designed to attract maximum attention, claiming eligibility for candidates ranging from matric pass to graduates.

Reacting strongly, Dr Singhal termed these posts a fraudulent attempt to mislead the public. “I have asked the Security Supervisor to file a police complaint against those responsible for spreading false information,” he told The Tribune.

He has also appealed to the public not to trust such unverified social media posts and advised them to refer to the official PGIMS website for authentic updates regarding recruitment.

“We are receiving numerous calls from people seeking verification after seeing these posts. Citizens must rely only on official sources,” he said.

The incident once again underscores the dangers of fake job scams on social media, highlighting the need for vigilance among job seekers.