The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released the official PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification for the recruitment of 243 Nursing Officers (Group ‘B’).
According to Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 dated 09 September 2026, eligible Indian citizens can apply online for the Nursing Officer post through the official PGIMER website.
The online application process will begin on 10 September 2026 and the last date to submit the application form is 03 October 2026.
Candidates interested in this recruitment should check the eligibility criteria, important dates, vacancy details, application fee, selection process and exam pattern before applying.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 243 Posts |
| Qualification | B.Sc, GNM |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | PGIMER |
Important Dates
Notification Released
10 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
03 October 2026
PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026
PGIMER has announced 243 vacancies for the Nursing Officer post.
The category-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 99 |
| SC | 36 |
| ST | 18 |
| OBC | 66 |
| EWS | 24 |
| Total | 243 |
A total of 10 vacancies are earmarked for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD), subject to the applicable reservation and recruitment rules.
Note: The vacancies are provisional and may be increased, decreased or withdrawn by PGIMER as per administrative requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must fulfill the prescribed educational qualification, nursing registration and age requirements as of 03 October 2026.
Educational Qualification
Candidates can qualify through either of the following routes.
Route 1:
Candidates should have:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing from a recognized university or institute; or
- Regular B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized university or institute; or
- Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized university or institute.
Candidates must also be registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Mid-wife (RN/RN & RM) with a State Nursing Council.
Route 2:
Candidates with a Diploma in General Nursing and Mid-wifery (GNM) from a recognized Board or Council can also apply, provided they:
- Are registered as a Nurse or Nurse and Mid-wife with a State Nursing Council and
- Have at least one year of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after obtaining the required qualification.
Candidates should carefully check the official notification regarding recognition of qualifications obtained through Open and Distance Learning modes.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Age Limit 2026
The prescribed age limit is:
Minimum Age: 18 years
Maximum Age: 35 years
The age will be calculated as on 03 October 2026.
Age Relaxation
| Category | Maximum 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) | 5 years |
| Central Government Civilian Employees (OBC) | 8 years |
| Central Government Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | 10 years |
| Permanent PGIMER Employees | Up to 10 years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B) | 5 years |
Age relaxation is subject to the conditions mentioned in the official recruitment notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Salary
Selected candidates will be appointed as Nursing Officers in Pay Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Applicable allowances and other benefits will be provided according to the relevant Central Government/PGIMER rules.
Application Fee
Candidates have to pay the application fee online according to their category.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| PwBD | No Fee |
| SC/ST | ₹800 + applicable transaction charges |
| General/OBC/EWS & Others | ₹1,500 + applicable transaction charges |
The fee can be paid through the online payment gateway using Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking, as permitted by the application portal.
The application fee is generally non-refundable, so candidates should carefully check all details before submitting the application.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Selection Process 2026
The selection process for Nursing Officer will be based on a Computer Based Test (CBT).
There is no interview for this Group ‘B’ Non-Gazetted post.
The selection process broadly includes:
- Computer Based Test
- Category-wise shortlisting
- Scrutiny of applications and documents
- Provisional selection/waitlisting
- Document verification
- Final selection based on CBT merit
Candidates shortlisted for further stages may be called for verification of their original documents.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Exam Pattern 2026
The CBT will consist of objective-type multiple-choice questions.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Duration | 100 minutes |
| Question Type | MCQs |
| Marks per Question | 1 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks for each wrong answer |
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test |
| Exam Medium | English |
| Exam Scope | All India |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks |
|---|---|
| General/EWS | 40% |
| SC/ST/OBC | 35% |
| PwBD | As applicable to their respective category |
Candidates from working in government, semi-government or autonomous reserved categories applying against an UR vacancy are required to meet the qualifying standard applicable to UR candidates, as specified in the notification.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Exam Cities 2026
The CBT is expected to be conducted at various cities across India. Candidates will be required to select their preferred examination city while completing the application form.
The listed cities include:
- Agra
- Ahmedabad
- Ambala
- Amritsar
- Bathinda
- Bengaluru
- Bhopal
- Bilaspur
- Chandigarh/Mohali
- Dehradun
- Delhi/NCR
- Guwahati
- Haldwani
- Hamirpur
- Hyderabad
- Jammu
- Kangra
- Kanpur
- Kolkata
- Kullu
- Kurukshetra
- Lucknow
- Nagpur
- Palampur
- Patiala
- Patna
- Phagwara
- Roorkee
- Una
Candidates should choose the examination city carefully because a change may not be permitted after submission.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official PGIMER recruitment portal.
- Visit the official PGIMER website.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Find the notification for Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026.
- Complete the online registration using your name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID and other required details.
- Log in using the credentials received after registration.
- Complete the application form with personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph and supporting documents.
- Select your preferred examination city.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and save/print the completed application form for future reference.
Documents Required
Candidates should keep the following documents ready while applying:
- Matriculation/10th certificate
- Educational qualification certificates
- Mark sheets
- Nursing registration certificate
- Experience certificate, wherever applicable
- Category certificate, if applicable
- PwBD certificate, if applicable
- EWS certificate, if applicable
- NOC from the employer, wherever applicable
- Recent passport-size photograph
- Other documents specified in the official notification
The photograph should meet the prescribed size, format and date requirements mentioned in the official application guidelines.
Important Instructions for Applicants
Before submitting the application, candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- The application process is online only.
- Check your name and date of birth carefully before registration.
- Details entered during registration may not be editable later.
- Select the examination city carefully.
- Upload clear and valid documents in the prescribed format.
- OBC-NCL and EWS candidates must ensure that their certificates meet the prescribed date and format requirements.
- Candidates already working in government, semi-government or autonomous organizations should follow the applicable proper-channel/NOC requirements.
- Admit cards will be made available online, candidates should download them from the official website.
- Electronic devices such as mobile phones and smart watches are not permitted in the examination hall.
- The recruitment process is provisional until completion of document verification.
- Candidates should rely on the official PGIMER website for admit cards, results and other recruitment updates.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | View & Download |
| Official Website | pgimer.edu.in |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A total of 243 Nursing Officer vacancies have been announced.
The online application process starts on 10 September 2026.
The last date to submit the online application is 03 October 2026.
No. Selection is based on the Computer Based Test (CBT) and subsequent document verification.
Yes. GNM candidates can apply if they meet the prescribed requirements, including nursing registration and one year of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after obtaining the qualification.
