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PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026: Apply for 243 Group B Posts
✓Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
📋 243 Vacancies 🎓 B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with State Nursing Council Registration OR GNM Diploma with State Nursing Council Registration and 1 Year Experience in a minimum 50-bededed hospital 🗺️ PGIMER, Chandigarh (including Advanced Mother & Child Centre - MCH) 💰 Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/- 📅 Age: 18 to 35 Years 💳 Fee: Rs. 1500/- for General/OBC/EWS; Rs. 800/- for SC/ST; Nil for PwBD (plus transaction charges)
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⏰ Last Date: 03 October 2026
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Job Overview
Total Vacancies
243
Organisation
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
Post Category
Central Government Healthcare / Autonomous Institute Jobs
Post Group
Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) / Level-
Pay Scale
Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/-
Job Location
PGIMER, Chandigarh (including Advanced Mother & Child Centre - MCH)
Application Mode
Online
Qualification
B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with State Nursing Council Registration OR GNM Diploma with State Nursing Council Registration and 1 Year Experience in a minimum 50-bededed hospital
Selection Process
Computer Based Test (CBT) - Scrutiny of Documents - Document Verification (DV)
Official Website
Important Dates
Notification Released
09 September 2026
Application Start
10 September 2026
Last Date to Apply
03 October 2026
Application Fee Last Date
03 October 2026
🔴 Application deadline has passed. This recruitment is now closed.
Full Details
The official PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026 notification has been released by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 on a direct recruitment basis.
- Vacancies & Posts: A total of 243 Group ‘B’ posts of Nursing Officer are open for appointment at PGIMER main hospital and the newly sanctioned Advanced Mother & Child (MCH) Centre.
- Pay Scale: Appointed Nursing Officers will receive central pay under Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-) of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix along with central hospital allowances.
- Eligibility & Age: Candidates holding B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM Diploma with 1-year experience in a 50-bedded hospital, registered with State Nursing Council (Age limit: 18 to 35 years as on 03 October 2026).
- Selection Process: Single-stage Computer Based Test (CBT – 100 MCQs for 100 Marks) across 29 nationwide test cities followed by Document Scrutiny and Verification (No Interview).
Eligible nursing candidates seeking to apply for this PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026 can submit their online applications via the PGIMER Official Portal from 10 September 2026 to 03 October 2026.
Important Links
| Official Notification | Click Here → |
| Apply Online | Click Here → |
| Official Website | Click Here → |
Download Official Documents
Vacancy Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Dept / Ministry | Vacancies | Pay Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer (Group 'B') | PGIMER Chandigarh & Advanced Mother and Child Centre (MCH) | 243 | Level-7 (Rs. 44900-142400) |
* Vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to revision. Check official notification PDF for category-wise breakup.
State-wise Vacancy
| State | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| PGIMER Chandigarh Main Hospital & Advanced Mother & Child Centre (MCH) | 243 Posts |
* State-wise vacancy figures are as per the official notification and may change.
Category-wise Vacancy
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 99 |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 66 |
| SC (Scheduled Caste) | 36 |
| ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 18 |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 24 |
| PwBD (Horizontal Reservation across categories) | 10 (OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD, MD) |
* Candidates must hold a valid category certificate to claim reservation benefits.
Salary Breakdown by Post
| Post Name | Pay Scale | Approx. Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer (Group 'B') | Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400/-) | Approx. Rs. 75,000 - 85,000/- per month (including DA, HRA, Nursing Allowance) |
* Salary includes basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission. HRA, DA and other allowances are additional.
Age Relaxation
General Age Limit: 18 to 35 Years
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (General / EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD + SC / ST | 15 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General) (Min 3 yrs regular service) | 5 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC) (Min 3 yrs regular service) | 8 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) (Min 3 yrs regular service) | 10 Years |
| Permanent Employees of PGIMER Chandigarh | 10 Years (Max age at least 2 yrs less than superannuation) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group 'B') | 5 Years (subject to minimum 5 years continuous military service) |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates must provide valid category certificate at the time of document verification.
Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Citizen of India
Experience
Nil for B.Sc. Nursing holders; 1 Year experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital for GNM Diploma holders
- → Full-time regular B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute.
- → OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute.
- → Registered as Nurse or Nurse and Midwife (RN or RN & RM) with the State Nursing Council.
- → OR Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized Board or Council with RN/RM State Nursing Council registration AND minimum 1 year experience in a 50-bedded hospital after acquiring GNM qualification.
- → Age limit is 18 to 35 years calculated as on the closing date of applications (03 October 2026).
- → All degrees and diplomas acquired through Open & Distance Learning (ODL) must have requisite statutory approvals from UGC and statutory councils.
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Application Fee
💡 Fee can be paid online via UPI, Net Banking, VISA/Mastercard/RuPay on the official portal.
Selection Process
1
Online Registration and Application Submission on PGIMER website
2
Computer Based Test (CBT) consisting of 100 MCQs for 100 Marks (100 Minutes Duration)
3
Securing Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT (40% for General/EWS; 35% for SC/ST/OBC)
4
Shortlisting of candidates in 1:3 ratio (+ ties) per post for Scrutiny of Documents
5
Scrutiny of uploaded certificates and application entries against recruitment rules
6
Personal Document Verification (DV) with original certificates at PGIMER Chandigarh
7
Pre-employment Medical Examination by PGIMER Medical Board
8
Final Merit List publication and issue of appointment letter (No Interview for Group 'B')
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 100 Questions | 100 Marks | 100 Minutes Duration |
| Type of Questions: Objective Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) in English language only. | |||
| Marking Scheme: 1 Mark for each correct answer; Negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. | |||
| Qualifying Marks: 40% for General/EWS; 35% for SC/ST/OBC. |
* Exam pattern is indicative — refer to the official notification for the final pattern.
Syllabus
| Subject | Topics Covered |
|---|---|
| Nursing Foundation & Fundamentals | Basic Nursing Principles, Patient Care & Hygiene, First Aid, Vital Signs Monitoring, Infection Control, Nursing Ethics & Legal Aspects |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing | Pathophysiology, Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Gastrointestinal, Neurological, Endocrine, Renal Disorders, Perioperative Nursing, Emergency & Disaster Nursing |
| Anatomy & Physiology & Biochemistry | Human Body Systems, Musculoskeletal, Circulatory, Nervous System, Major Biochemical Processes |
| Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing | Antenatal, Intranatal, and Postnatal Care, Normal and High-Risk Pregnancy, Neonatal Care, Family Welfare Services |
| Child Health (Pediatric) Nursing | Growth & Development, Pediatric Disorders, Immunization Schedules, Integrated Management of Neonatal & Childhood Illnesses (IMNCI) |
| Mental Health (Psychiatric) Nursing | Psychiatric Assessment, Mental Health Disorders, Therapeutic Communication, Psychopharmacology, Crisis Intervention |
| Community Health Nursing | Epidemiology, Communicable & Non-Communicable Diseases, National Health Programs, Environmental Health, Primary Health Care |
| Microbiology & Pharmacology | Microbial Infections, Sterilization Methods, Drug Dosages, Pharmacokinetics, Adverse Drug Reactions, Safe Medication Administration |
| Nursing Management & Research | Hospital Administration Principles, Ward Management, Quality Assurance, Basic Biostatistics & Research Methodology |
How to Apply Online
1
Visit the official PGIMER website at PGIMER Chandigarhand click on the Recruitment link on the homepage.
2
Select Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 and click on "Online Registration".
3
Register with basic details including Name, Date of Birth, active Mobile Number, and valid Email ID to receive login credentials.
4
Log in using User ID and Password, and proceed to fill personal information, qualifications, and nursing council registration numbers.
5
Upload clear scanned copies of photo (with name and date printed), signature, degree marksheets, RN/RM certificates, and experience documents.
6
Select preferred Examination Cities from the available all-India examination centre list.
7
Proceed to payment gateway and pay the application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking before 03 October 2026.
8
Submit the form and take a clear printout of the finalized application form for document verification.
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Job Role
Working Hours
Standard rotational hospital shift duties (Morning, Evening, and Night shifts as per PGIMER nursing roster).
Department
Clinical Nursing Divisions, ICUs, Operation Theatres, Advanced Mother & Child Centre (MCH), Outpatient & Inpatient Wings.
Posting Location
PGIMER Campus, Chandigarh.
Responsibilities:
Delivering comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, and vital parameter monitoring for inpatient and critical care wards.
Assisting surgical and medical specialists during diagnostic interventions, operations, and emergency resuscitations.
Handling specialized maternal and neonatal care units at the Advanced Mother & Child Centre (MCH).
Maintaining stringent infection control protocols, bio-medical waste segregation, and ward inventory records.
Providing patient counseling, post-operative rehabilitation instructions, and shift nursing handover reporting.
Daily Work:
Bedside clinical care, ICU and emergency management, medication charting, patient documentation, and clinical coordination.
Working Environment:
High-volume, premier tertiary care hospital with advanced medical infrastructure and high clinical standards.
Delivering comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, and vital parameter monitoring for inpatient and critical care wards.
Assisting surgical and medical specialists during diagnostic interventions, operations, and emergency resuscitations.
Handling specialized maternal and neonatal care units at the Advanced Mother & Child Centre (MCH).
Maintaining stringent infection control protocols, bio-medical waste segregation, and ward inventory records.
Providing patient counseling, post-operative rehabilitation instructions, and shift nursing handover reporting.
Daily Work:
Bedside clinical care, ICU and emergency management, medication charting, patient documentation, and clinical coordination.
Working Environment:
High-volume, premier tertiary care hospital with advanced medical infrastructure and high clinical standards.
Career Growth
Promotion Timeline
Departmental promotions through seniority-cum-fitness and Departmental Promotional Committees (DPC) generally every 5 to 7 years.
Promotion Hierarchy:
Nursing Officer (Level-7)
Senior Nursing Officer (Level-8)
Assistant Nursing Superintendent (ANS - Level-10)
Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS - Level-11)
Nursing Superintendent (NS - Level-12)
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO - Level-13)
Offers an esteemed clinical healthcare career within an Institute of National Importance (INI), providing pathways into clinical leadership, nursing administration, and specialized healthcare research.
Nursing Officer (Level-7)
Senior Nursing Officer (Level-8)
Assistant Nursing Superintendent (ANS - Level-10)
Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS - Level-11)
Nursing Superintendent (NS - Level-12)
Chief Nursing Officer (CNO - Level-13)
Offers an esteemed clinical healthcare career within an Institute of National Importance (INI), providing pathways into clinical leadership, nursing administration, and specialized healthcare research.
Training
Training Duration
2 to 4 weeks hospital orientation and ward rotation onboarding.
Training Location
PGIMER Medical Complex, Chandigarh.
Probation
2 Years standard probation period on regular establishment rolls.
Bond Period
Service agreement as per PGIMER and Central Health Ministry rules.
Specialized clinical training on hospital management information systems (HMIS), emergency life support (BLS/ACLS), and infection prevention protocols.
Reservation
PwBD
Earmarked for One Arm (OA), One Leg (OL), Cerebral Palsy (CP), Leprosy Cured (LC), Dwarfism (Dw), Acid Attack Victims (AAV), Specific Learning Disability (SLD), and Multiple Disabilities involving the above.
Women
Open to male and female candidates as per central government recruitment guidelines.
Horizontal Reservation:
Specialized clinical training on hospital management information systems (HMIS), emergency life support (BLS/ACLS), and infection prevention protocols.
Specialized clinical training on hospital management information systems (HMIS), emergency life support (BLS/ACLS), and infection prevention protocols.
Documents Required
Scanned Passport Size Color Photograph (50 to 80 KB in JPEG format, snapped on/after 01 July 2026 with candidate's name and date printed on photo, light background)
Scanned Signature in running handwriting (JPEG format)
Matriculation / 10th Class Certificate & Marksheet (as Date of Birth Proof)
10+2 / Higher Secondary Passing Certificate and Marksheets
B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing / GNM Degree & Marksheets (All Years/Semesters)
State Nursing Council Registration Certificate (RN / RM)
Hospital Experience Certificate showing minimum 50-bed capacity details (mandatory for GNM holders, dated on or before 03 October 2026)
Central Govt Format Caste Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL issued after 01 April 2026)
OBC Non-Creamy Layer Declaration as per Annexure-II
EWS Income and Asset Certificate issued between 01 April 2026 and 03 October 2026 (Annexure-III)
Disability Certificate (minimum 40% disability) for PwBD applicants
No Objection Certificate (NOC) for candidates working in Govt./Autonomous institutions
Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, Passport, or Driving License)
Recruitment Overview
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has published its official recruitment notice (Advt. No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276) for 243 Group 'B' Nursing Officer vacancies. As an autonomous apex medical institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, PGIMER provides direct central government employment opportunities to qualified nursing professionals across India. The vacancies include allocations for general hospital wards as well as newly sanctioned specialized wings at the Advanced Mother & Child Centre (MCH), offering top-tier Level-7 compensation packages and career stability.
About the Organization
PGIMER Chandigarh is an Institute of National Importance (INI) established in 1962 to provide world-class tertiary medical care, multidisciplinary educational programs, and cutting-edge biomedical research. Operating under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, the institute is widely regarded as one of the country's foremost healthcare establishments, housing multi-specialty centers of excellence, state-of-the-art diagnostic facilities, and extensive patient-care wings that train top medical and nursing specialists.
About the Job Profile
A Nursing Officer at PGIMER functions as an indispensable pillar of tertiary healthcare delivery. Responsibilities cover high-dependency intensive care, emergency triage, pediatric and neonatal life support, specialized operating room instrumentation, and comprehensive bedside nursing. Appointed officers work alongside esteemed medical faculties and gain intensive clinical exposure in cutting-edge critical care units, oncology wards, trauma centers, and specialized maternal healthcare facilities.
Career Opportunities
Entering the PGIMER nursing cadre places healthcare practitioners on a well-defined institutional promotion trajectory. Starting at Level-7, officers have avenues to advance to Senior Nursing Officer (Level-8), Assistant Nursing Superintendent (Level-10), Deputy Nursing Superintendent (Level-11), and Chief Nursing Officer (Level-13). In addition to lucrative central allowances including nursing allowance and uniform allowance, nurses receive opportunities to participate in continuous professional development, nursing symposiums, and clinical research projects.
Preparation Tips
The 100-minute Computer Based Test focuses squarely on core nursing fundamentals and clinical applications. Aspirants should prioritize high-weightage subjects including Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pharmacology, Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing, and Fundamentals of Nursing. Regular practice of clinical scenario-based multiple-choice questions, drug dosage calculations, and emergency protocols (CPR, triage, BLS) will build speed and precision while avoiding the 0.25 negative marking penalty.
JobDex Expert Advice
Applicants must exercise extreme caution regarding photograph specifications; the uploaded image must have been clicked on or after 01 July 2026 and must clearly display the applicant's name and date of photograph at the bottom. GNM diploma holders must verify that their 1-year experience certificate clearly certifies the 50+ bed hospital capacity and is dated on or before 03 October 2026. Ensure early completion of the online registration on the PGIMER portal before the closing deadline to prevent payment gateway issues.
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