The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released an official recruitment notification (Advt No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276) inviting online applications for 243 Nursing Officer posts. Qualified healthcare professionals looking for Central Government employment can submit their applications online before the designated deadline.
Overview
The recruitment drive aims to fill 243 Group ‘B’ non-gazetted vacancies for the post of Nursing Officer at PGIMER Chandigarh. Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level-7 with a basic pay scale ranging from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 1,42,400 as per the 7th Central Pay Commission.
Selection will be determined purely on the merit of an online Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by certificate verification. In accordance with Government of India directives, there will be no personal interview for these posts.
Important Dates
- Opening Date for Online Registration: September 10, 2026
- Closing Date for Submission of Online Application: October 3, 2026
- Admit Card Release Date: Approximately one week prior to the examination
- CBT Examination Date: To be announced on the official portal
Vacancy Details & Eligibility
The category-wise reservation comprises 99 posts for Unreserved (UR), 66 for OBC, 36 for SC, 24 for EWS, and 18 for ST candidates, including 10 horizontal vacancies reserved for PwBD candidates. Eligibility criteria regarding age and academic credentials are summarized below:
| Post Name | Number of Posts | Age Limit (as on 03.10.2026) | Educational Qualifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer (Post Code: NUR/001) | 243 | 18 to 35 Years (Age relaxations applicable: SC/ST: 5 yrs, OBC: 3 yrs, PwBD: 10 yrs) |
Option A: B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing / Regular B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution AND registration as a Nurse or Nurse & Midwife with a State Nursing Council.
OR Option B: Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with State Nursing Council registration, plus at least one year of clinical experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital. |
Application Fee
Candidates must remit the application fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking during the form submission window:
- General, OBC, and EWS Applicants: Rs. 1,500/- plus applicable transaction charges
- SC and ST Candidates: Rs. 800/- plus applicable transaction charges
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Fully Exempted
How to Apply
- Visit the official PGIMER website at pgimer.edu.in and navigate to the Recruitment section on the homepage.
- Complete the initial registration by entering mandatory details, including name, date of birth, mobile number, and active email address.
- Log in using the generated credentials and accurately complete the multi-stage application form with personal, educational, and service history.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents, including educational certificates, category certificates, experience proofs, and a recent passport-sized photograph taken on or after July 1, 2026.
- Pay the required application fee via the integrated payment gateway and submit the final form.
- Download and print a hard copy of the submitted form for future record. Employed candidates must route a copy through their employer within 10 days of the closing date.
Source: govtjobguru.in
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