PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – 243 Posts, Apply Online, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has invited online applications from eligible citizens of India for 243 Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’) posts on a direct recruitment basis. The recruitment is advertised under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 dated 09/09/2026. Online registration starts on 10.09.2026 and the closing date for online registration and submission of applications is 03.10.2026.
Eligible candidates can apply online through the PGIMER website. The Nursing Officer post carries Level-7 pay scale of Rs.44,900–1,42,400/- as per the 7th CPC pay matrix. The prescribed age limit is 18–35 years, subject to applicable age relaxation. Selection for the Group ‘B’ post will be based on merit in the Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by scrutiny/document verification as prescribed in the notification.
This PGIMER Recruitment 2026 update covers the Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026, eligibility, age limit, application fee, vacancy details, pay scale, exam pattern, selection process, application procedure, required documents and important instructions strictly based on the official recruitment notification.
Total Vacancy
243 Posts
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement / Notification Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Online Registration Start Date | 10.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03.10.2026 |
CBT date, admit card date, result date and other subsequent schedules will be announced/displayed on the PGIMER website as per the notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy & Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Recruitment Name | Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Advertisement Date | 09/09/2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Post Code | NUR/001 |
| Group | Group ‘B’ |
| Total Vacancy | 243 |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Recruitment Basis | Direct Recruitment |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Starting Date | 10.09.2026 |
| Last Date | 03.10.2026 |
| Official Website | https://pgimer.edu.in |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026 – Category Wise Details
| Post | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | 99 | 36 | 18 | 66 | 24 | 243 | 10 |
| PwBD earmarked posts: OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD and MD involving the identified disabilities. | |||||||
Important: The notification states that the vacancies are provisional and subject to variation. The competent authority reserves the right to vary the vacancies or withdraw the post at any stage.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Educational Qualification
Option A:
- 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.
In addition, the candidate must be registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Mid-wife (RN or RN & RM) with a State Nursing Council.
OR
Option B:
- Diploma in General Nursing and Mid-wifery from a recognized Board or Council.
- Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Mid-wife from a State Nursing Council.
- One year experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital after acquiring the prescribed educational qualification mentioned in Option B.
Qualification Note: Diplomas/degrees/certificates obtained through Open and Distance Learning must satisfy the recognition conditions specified in the official notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit for Nursing Officer is 18 to 35 years.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| Central Government Civilian Employees – General/UR | 5 years, subject to conditions specified in the notification |
| Central Government Civilian Employees – OBC | 8 years (5+3), subject to conditions specified in the notification |
| Central Government Civilian Employees – SC/ST | 10 years (5+5), subject to conditions specified in the notification |
| Permanent Employees of PGIMER, Chandigarh | 10 years, subject to conditions specified in the notification |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5 years, subject to conditions specified in the notification |
Age Calculation Date: Eligibility regarding age, essential qualification and experience will be determined as on 03.10.2026, the last date for submission of the online application. Date of birth recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted for determining age.
No age relaxation is available to reserved category candidates applying against an unreserved vacancy, as specified in the notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Application Fee 2026
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs.1500/- + applicable transaction charges |
| SC/ST | Rs.800/- + applicable transaction charges |
| PwBD | Exempted from payment of fee |
Payment Mode: Online payment gateway available in the application portal through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking. The notification states that payment through UPI may be avoided.
Fee Refund: The application fee for the Computer Based Test is non-refundable.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Salary / Pay Scale 2026
| Post | Pay Level | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | Level-7 | Rs.44,900–1,42,400/- as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix |
No separate approximate in-hand salary is stated in the official recruitment notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Selection Process 2026
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Shortlisting on the basis of the CBT qualifying criteria and prescribed shortlisting methodology.
- Scrutiny of Applications and Documents
- Document Verification for provisional selected/waitlisted candidates.
- Final Selection based on merit in the CBT after document verification and eligibility scrutiny.
Important: For Group ‘B’ non-gazetted posts, the notification states that there will be no interview. Candidates will be selected on the basis of merit in the CBT, subject to eligibility and document verification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Exam Pattern 2026
| Exam | Questions | Marks | Duration | Language |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 100 MCQs | 100 | 100 Minutes | English only |
- Each question carries 1 mark.
- Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
- The CBT will be conducted on an all-India basis at the examination cities mentioned in the notification.
- Minimum qualifying criteria: 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC.
- For PwBD candidates, the minimum qualifying criteria will be according to their caste category.
- Reserved category candidates applying against UR posts must secure the minimum qualifying criteria of 40%.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Syllabus 2026
The official notification does not provide a chapter-wise subject list. It states that the CBT syllabus will be in accordance with the prescribed educational qualification/professional course and experience mentioned in the recruitment rules for the respective post and may include questions on topics studied or practised during the prescribed educational qualification/professional course.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Examination Centres
The notification lists the following cities where the examination is likely to be held:
| No. | City | State / Region |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agra | Uttar Pradesh |
| 2 | Ahmedabad | Gujrat |
| 3 | Ambala | Haryana |
| 4 | Amritsar | Punjab |
| 5 | Bathinda | Punjab |
| 6 | Bengaluru | Karnataka |
| 7 | Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
| 8 | Bilaspur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 9 | Chandigarh/Mohali | Chandigarh/Punjab |
| 10 | Dehradun | Uttarakhand |
| 11 | Delhi/NCR | Delhi/NCR |
| 12 | Guwahati | Assam |
| 13 | Haldwani | Uttarakhand |
| 14 | Hamirpur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 15 | Hyderabad | Telangana |
| 16 | Jammu | Jammu & Kashmir |
| 17 | Kangra | Himachal Pradesh |
| 18 | Kanpur | Uttar Pradesh |
| 19 | Kolkata | West Bengal |
| 20 | Kullu | Himachal Pradesh |
| 21 | Kurukshetra | Haryana |
| 22 | Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh |
| 23 | Nagpur | Maharashtra |
| 24 | Palampur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 25 | Patiala | Punjab |
| 26 | Patna | Bihar |
| 27 | Phagwara | Punjab |
| 28 | Roorkee | Uttarakhand |
| 29 | Una | Himachal Pradesh |
Examination city is allotted on a first-come-first-serve basis subject to availability. Once chosen and allotted, the examination city will not be changed. Candidates are advised to complete the application early to improve the possibility of getting their preferred city.
How to Apply Online for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official PGIMER website: https://pgimer.edu.in.
- Open the recruitment link available on the Home Page.
- Read the Recruitment Notice, Detailed Guidelines and Help Manual carefully.
- Confirm your eligibility before starting registration.
- Complete the online registration using the required details.
- Use a valid personal email ID and mobile number and keep them active during the recruitment process.
- Login using the User ID and password received after registration.
- Open the application form and fill the personal information, qualification and experience sections as applicable.
- Upload the required certificates and documents.
- Upload the photograph according to the prescribed specifications.
- Review all entered information carefully.
- Submit the application form.
- Pay the applicable application fee through the permitted online payment methods.
- After successful payment, the application will be considered complete.
- Take a printout of the completed online application form and keep it safely for future use.
Important: No offline application form or downloaded application form will be accepted by PGIMER. After final submission, changes in application particulars will not be allowed. Duplicate applications for the same applicant will result in cancellation of all such applications.
Photograph Requirements
- Clear passport-size coloured photograph with light background.
- JPEG format.
- Image size between 50–80 KB.
- Photograph must be taken on or after 01 July 2026.
- The photograph must indicate the candidate's name and the date on which the photograph was taken.
- Name and date must be clear and legible.
- Candidate should not wear a cap or goggles. Spectacles are allowed.
- The photograph on the application form should be unattested.
- Candidates should keep a few identical photographs for the Test/Document Verification.
Documents Required for PGIMER Nursing Officer Application
| Document | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Educational Qualification Certificates | Required; certificates from Matric onwards in support of educational qualifications. |
| Detailed Marks Certificates | Required for relevant courses/qualifications. |
| Date of Birth Proof | Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate is used for age determination. |
| SC/ST/OBC Certificate | Required where the candidate claims applicable category benefits. |
| PwBD Certificate | Required where PwBD status is claimed. |
| Experience Certificate | Required wherever experience is prescribed. |
| NOC from Present Employer | Required for candidates employed in Government/Semi-Government/Autonomous Body etc., as applicable. |
| Photograph | Scanned photograph as per prescribed specifications. |
| Other Supporting Documents | Documents required to support claims made in the online application. |
At document verification, candidates must produce the original documents supporting the documents uploaded with the online application.
Important Instructions Before Applying
- Read the complete official recruitment guidelines and Help Manual before applying.
- Check educational qualification, registration and experience requirements carefully.
- Verify the age calculation date, which is 03.10.2026.
- SC/ST/OBC candidates claiming reservation, fee concession or age relaxation must provide the prescribed certificates.
- OBC candidates seeking reservation must satisfy the Non-Creamy Layer requirements and provide the prescribed valid certificate.
- Ensure that uploaded documents are legible and support the claims made in the application.
- Enter personal, educational and category details carefully because changes are not permitted after final submission.
- Keep the registered email ID and mobile number active throughout the recruitment process.
- Take a printout of the final application form.
- Keep the registration/login details safe.
- Apply before the closing date rather than waiting until the last day.
Important Information for Government Employees
Candidates working in Government/Semi-Government/Quasi-Government organizations, Government enterprises or Government-funded autonomous institutions are required to furnish a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their present employer as prescribed in the notification.
Central Government Civilian Employees seeking age relaxation must satisfy the conditions specified in the official notification, including the prescribed regular and continuous service requirement where applicable.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – PwBD Information
The Nursing Officer post has been identified as suitable for specified benchmark disabilities. The notification earmarks 10 posts for PwBD out of the total 243 posts.
Identified disabilities include OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD and MD involving the identified categories, as specified in the notification.
PwBD candidates with benchmark disability of minimum 40% are eligible for the applicable fee concession and age relaxation subject to the notification's conditions.
Admit Card & Result Information
The notification states that Roll Numbers/Admit Cards/Hall Tickets will be available for eligible candidates for downloading approximately one week before the examination date. They will be downloaded from the PGIMER website by logging into the candidate account.
The examination date has not been specified in the recruitment notice. Updates regarding the CBT, results, eligibility notices, document verification and final result will be displayed on the PGIMER website.
Preparation Tips for PGIMER Nursing Officer CBT
- Study according to the prescribed Nursing educational/professional qualification because the notification does not provide a separate chapter-wise syllabus.
- Understand the 100-question, 100-mark and 100-minute CBT structure.
- Practise objective-type questions regularly.
- Pay attention to accuracy because each wrong answer carries a 0.25-mark negative marking.
- Practise completing questions within the prescribed time.
- Revise important concepts from your prescribed nursing course.
- Keep all eligibility and supporting documents ready before applying.
- Submit the application well before 03.10.2026.
Who Should Apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
- Candidates who satisfy the prescribed Nursing educational qualification.
- Candidates who meet the State Nursing Council registration requirement where applicable.
- Candidates applying through the Diploma route who have the prescribed one-year experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital.
- Candidates who satisfy the prescribed age requirement or valid age-relaxation conditions.
- Candidates who can submit the required documents and certificates.
- Candidates who can complete the online application and fee payment, where applicable, before the closing date.
Important Links – PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Online Apply | Apply Online |
| Official Notification | Download |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Note: The supplied notification identifies the PGIMER website but does not provide a separate application-portal URL in the available official information. Therefore, no separate application URL has been invented.
Frequently Asked Questions – PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online registration and submission of the application is 03.10.2026.
Q2. How many vacancies are available in PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 243 Nursing Officer posts are advertised.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for PGIMER Nursing Officer?
Candidates may qualify through B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing, regular B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with the prescribed State Nursing Council registration, or through the prescribed Diploma in General Nursing and Mid-wifery route with State Nursing Council registration and one year experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital.
Q4. What is the age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The prescribed age limit is 18 to 35 years, subject to the applicable age-relaxation provisions in the notification.
Q5. What is the application fee for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
SC/ST candidates have to pay Rs.800 plus applicable transaction charges. General/OBC/EWS candidates have to pay Rs.1500 plus applicable transaction charges. PwBD candidates are exempted from payment of fee.
Q6. How can I apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates have to apply online through the recruitment link on the PGIMER website. No offline application will be accepted.
Q7. What is the selection process for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on merit in the Computer Based Test, subject to shortlisting, scrutiny of applications/documents and document verification. There is no interview for the Group ‘B’ non-gazetted post.
Q8. What is the salary/pay scale of PGIMER Nursing Officer?
The Nursing Officer post carries Level-7 pay scale of Rs.44,900–1,42,400/- as per the 7th CPC pay matrix.
Q9. When will the PGIMER Nursing Officer CBT be conducted?
The CBT date is not specified in the recruitment notification. It will be announced/displayed on the PGIMER website.
Q10. Where can I download the official notification?
The recruitment information and updates are to be displayed on the official PGIMER website at https://pgimer.edu.in.
Q11. What documents are required for the PGIMER Nursing Officer application?
Candidates must upload legible documents supporting educational qualifications, marks, date of birth, applicable category, experience and NOC from the present employer where applicable, along with the prescribed photograph and other supporting documents.
Q12. What is the official website of PGIMER?
The official PGIMER website mentioned in the notification is https://pgimer.edu.in.
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Disclaimer
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