PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 has been announced by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh (Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276) for 243 Nursing Officer (Group B) posts on direct recruitment basis. Both B.Sc. Nursing and GNM (Diploma) holders can apply, and the last date to apply is 3 October 2026, so do not wait until the final day.
In this PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 guide on The Nurse Page, you will find vacancy details, eligibility, age limit, salary, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, documents required and the step-by-step way to apply.
Last updated: 29 September 2026
⚠️ Deadline Alert: Online registration closes on 03.10.2026. Eligibility (age, qualification, experience) is counted as on this date. Fees paid are non-refundable.
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PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Highlights
| Organisation | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 (dated 09/09/2026) |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Group B) |
| Post Code | NUR/001 |
| Total Vacancies | 243 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Pay Scale | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) as per 7th CPC |
| Age Limit | 18 – 35 years (as on 03.10.2026) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Selection | Computer Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification (no interview) |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Official Website | www.pgimer.edu.in |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 10 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03 October 2026 |
| Admit Card | Approximately one week before the exam (to be notified on the website) |
| CBT Exam Date | To be announced |
| CBT Result (shortlisting) | Possibly within 15 days of the exam |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
A total of 243 posts are available under PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026. Of these, 10 posts are earmarked for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). The vacancies are provisional and may vary.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (General) | 99 |
| SC | 36 |
| ST | 18 |
| OBC | 66 |
| EWS | 24 |
| Total | 243 |
Note: The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare created various categories of posts for the Advanced Mother & Child (MCH) Centre at PGIMER, Chandigarh through its letter dated 20 February 2026.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026, you must satisfy the qualification, registration and age conditions below as on 03.10.2026.
Candidates must meet either Option A or Option B as on 03.10.2026:
Option A: B.Sc. Nursing route
- B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing from a recognized University or Institute, OR regular course in B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute, OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute; AND
- Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Midwife (RN or RN & RM) with the State Nursing Council (see the Indian Nursing Council for registration information).
Option B: GNM (Diploma) route
- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery from a recognized Board or Council; AND
- Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Midwife with the State Nursing Council; AND
- One year of experience in a hospital with a minimum of fifty beds, gained after acquiring the GNM qualification.
Age Limit
Minimum 18 years and maximum 35 years as on the last date of online application (03.10.2026). Date of birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be used.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General, 3+ years regular service) | 5 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC) | 8 years (5+3) |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | 10 years (5+5) |
| Permanent employees of PGIMER, Chandigarh | 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (as per rules) | 5 years |
Important points:
- Reserved category candidates applying against unreserved (UR) vacancies get no age relaxation.
- PwBD and Central Govt. employee relaxations cannot be combined. Only the more beneficial one is allowed.
- The maximum age of a PwBD candidate after relaxation cannot exceed 56 years.
- Age concession is not admissible to sons, daughters and dependents of ex-servicemen.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Salary and Pay Scale
The salary under PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is attractive for both B.Sc. and GNM nurses. Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC pay matrix, with a pay band of ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400. Allowances such as DA, HRA and others are admissible as per Government of India rules.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500 + transaction charges |
| SC / ST | ₹800 + transaction charges |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Mode of payment: Online via Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking. PGIMER advises that payment through UPI may be avoided. The fee is non-refundable.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Selection Process
The selection process for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is simple and completely merit based.
- Computer Based Test (CBT): Online exam conducted on an all-India basis.
- Shortlisting: Category-wise, roughly three candidates (plus ties) per advertised post.
- Scrutiny of Applications and Documents: Eligibility is decided from the entries and documents you upload in the online form.
- Provisional Result: Selected and waitlisted list based on CBT merit.
- Document Verification: Original documents are checked in person.
- Final Selection: Purely on merit in the CBT. There is no interview for Group B posts.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern
The exam pattern for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is given below.
| Mode | Computer Based Test (online) |
| Language | English only |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) |
| Number of Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 100 (1 mark per question) |
| Duration | 100 minutes |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 mark for each wrong answer |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General / EWS: 40%
- SC / ST / OBC: 35%
- PwBD: As per their caste category
- Reserved category candidates applying for UR posts need 40%.
Syllabus
The syllabus follows the prescribed educational qualification and professional course. Expect questions from topics you studied during your nursing course, so focus on core nursing subjects such as Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Midwifery and Obstetrical Nursing, Fundamentals of Nursing, Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology.
Tie-Breaking Rules
- Fewer wrong answers (less negative marking) ranks higher.
- Older date of birth ranks higher.
- Higher aggregate percentage in 10+2.
- Higher aggregate percentage in Matric/10th.
How to Apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
Follow these steps to complete your PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 application without errors. Use the official PGIMER recruitment page only, and never pay any third party.
- Visit the official PGIMER website www.pgimer.edu.in and open the Recruitment link on the home page.
- Read the detailed advertisement and Help Manual carefully and confirm you are eligible.
- Register with your name and date of birth (exactly as in your Matriculation certificate), mobile number and email ID. These cannot be changed later.
- Log in through Applicant Login using the User ID and password sent to your email and mobile.
- Fill in personal details, qualifications and experience section by section, using Save and Next.
- Choose your exam city carefully. It cannot be changed later.
- Upload your photograph, signature and all required documents.
- Click Submit, pay the fee online, and take a printout of the completed application form.
Photograph Guidelines
- Clear, passport size, coloured photo with a light background, in JPEG (.jpg/.jpeg) format, size 50–80 KB.
- The photo must be taken on or after 1 July 2026.
- Your name and the date of taking the photo must be clearly written on it (example: Ravi Kumar, 01.07.2026).
- No cap or goggles. Spectacles are allowed. The photo must be unattested.
- Keep a few identical photos for the exam and document verification.
Documents Required for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
- Matriculation/10th certificate and marksheet (date of birth proof)
- 10+2 certificate and marksheet
- B.Sc. Nursing / GNM certificate with detailed marksheets
- State Nursing Council registration certificate (RN / RN & RM)
- Experience certificate (mandatory for the GNM route: one year in a 50+ bedded hospital)
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PwBD), if applicable
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the present employer, if employed in a Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous body
- Name change documents (marriage certificate, affidavit, gazette notification, etc.), if applicable
Certificate Validity Rules
- OBC (NCL) candidates: Certificate must be issued between 01.04.2026 and 03.10.2026 in the DoPT format (Annexure-I), showing you are not in the Creamy Layer. A declaration in Annexure-II is required at document verification.
- EWS candidates: Income and Asset Certificate (Annexure-III) issued between 01.04.2026 and 03.10.2026 by a competent authority (not below the rank of Tehsildar). Family income must be below ₹8 lakh per year.
- PwBD candidates: Minimum 40% benchmark disability with a valid certificate (you can apply for a UDID card on the official Swavlamban portal). Identified disabilities for this post: OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD and MD involving these.
- Experience certificates must be dated on or before 03.10.2026, show the exact period (from–to), duties and pay scale, and carry a reference number and issue date.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Exam Cities
PGIMER has listed 29 likely exam cities: Agra, Ahmedabad, Ambala, Amritsar, Bathinda, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Bilaspur (HP), Chandigarh/Mohali, Dehradun, Delhi/NCR, Guwahati, Haldwani, Hamirpur, Hyderabad, Jammu, Kangra, Kanpur, Kolkata, Kullu, Kurukshetra, Lucknow, Nagpur, Palampur, Patiala, Patna, Phagwara, Roorkee and Una. Cities are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis, so apply early to get your preferred centre.
Important Instructions for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Candidates
- Do not bring mobile phones, watches, wallets, chains, rings, ornaments, water bottles or any electronic device to the exam hall.
- Carry your Admit Card and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Voter ID, Passport or Driving Licence).
- Candidates already employed must forward their application through proper channel to the Administrative Officer, Recruitment Cell, PGIMER within 10 days after the last date.
- Applying multiple times leads to cancellation of all applications.
- Any false information can lead to cancellation of candidature and legal action, even after appointment.
- Question papers and answer keys are not provided, but objections can be emailed to examcell.pgimer@gmail.com within 3 days of the exam.
- All updates, results and notices are published only on www.pgimer.edu.in. Check the site regularly.
Contact Details
- Helpline: 0172-2755578, 0172-2755579 (working days, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Email: aaorcpgi@gmail.com
- Website: www.pgimer.edu.in
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026?
The last date for online registration and submission of the application is 3 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there in PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 243 vacancies: UR 99, SC 36, ST 18, OBC 66 and EWS 24, including 10 posts earmarked for PwBD candidates.
Can GNM candidates apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer?
Yes. GNM (Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery) holders with State Nursing Council registration and one year of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds are eligible.
What is the age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026?
The age limit is 18 to 35 years as on 03.10.2026, with relaxation for SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Central Govt. employees, PGIMER employees and ex-servicemen as per rules.
What is the salary of a PGIMER Nursing Officer?
The post carries Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) as per the 7th CPC, plus applicable allowances.
Is there an interview for PGIMER Nursing Officer?
No. Final selection is based only on merit in the Computer Based Test, followed by document verification.
Is there negative marking in the PGIMER Nursing Officer exam?
Yes. 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
What is the application fee for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026?
₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS and ₹800 for SC/ST (plus transaction charges). PwBD candidates are exempt.
Can I apply through UPI?
PGIMER accepts Debit Card, Credit Card and Net Banking, and advises that UPI payment may be avoided.
Disclaimer: This PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 article is prepared from the official PGIMER recruitment notice for information only. Please read the official advertisement at www.pgimer.edu.in before applying. Dates, vacancies and rules may change through corrigendum.
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