PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Overview
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) has officially released official notification for the recruitment 243 Nursing Officer vacancies. Online applications start from 10th September 2026 and eligible candidates can apply Online through the official PGIMER website. The last date to submit the application form is 03rd October 2026.
| Company | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Total Posts | 243 |
| Job Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Pay Scale | Level-7 ₹44,900–1,42,400 (7th CPC) |
| Age Limit | 18–35 years (as on 03/10/2026) |
| Qualification | B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing + State Council registration; OR GNM + registration + 1 year experience |
| Gender | Both Male & Female are eligible |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Start Date of Apply | 10/09/2026 |
| Last Date of Apply | 03/10/2026 |
| Application Fee | GEN/UR/OBC/EWS: ₹1,500/- SC/ST: ₹800/- PwBD: NIL |
| Website | https://pgimer.edu.in/ |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Vacancy Details
| Category | No. of vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 99 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 66 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Grand Total | 243 |
| PwBD (out of total posts, includes OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD, MD) | 10 |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | 18 - 35 years (as on 03/10/2026) |
| 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; AND Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and mid-wife (RN or RN & RM) with a State Nursing Council. Option B: Diploma in General Nursing and Mid-wifery (GNM) from a recognized Board or Council; Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and mid-wife from a State Nursing Council; AND one year of experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital after acquiring the above qualification. |
| Experience | Yes required as per relevant post |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Age Limit & Relaxation
The age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 35 years, calculated as on the last date of submission of the online application, i.e., 03.10.2026. Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted; no subsequent request for change will be considered.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (GEN/UR/EWS) | 10 Years |
| PwBD (OBC-NCL) | 13 Years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General/Unreserved, min. 3 years regular service) | 5 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC) | 8 (5+3) Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | 10 (5+5) Years |
| Permanent employees of PGIMER, Chandigarh | 10 Years (subject to maximum age being at least 2 years less than superannuation age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B posts) | 5 Years |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Salary
Selected candidates for the post of Nursing Officer will be placed in Pay Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 44,900 – 142,400/-. The notification does not specify additional allowances separately; candidates may refer to applicable Central Government allowance rules for details not covered in this notice.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Shortlisting
- Scrutiny of Applications
- Provisional Result (Selected/Waitlisted)
- Document Verification
- Final Selection
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment Important Dates
| Official Notification Date | 10/09/2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Form Apply Start Date | 10/09/2026 |
| Online Form Apply End Date | 03/10/2026 |
| Cut-off date for eligibility | 03/10/2026 |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official PGIMER website: www.pgimer.edu.in and go to the Recruitment link on the Home Page.
- Step 2: Complete Online Registration by filling mandatory details: Advertisement Number, Advertisement Date, Name of Applicant (as per matriculation certificate), Date of Birth (as per matriculation certificate), Mobile Number, and Email ID. These details cannot be changed once registered.
- Step 3: Login using the User ID and password received on the registered email and mobile number, then click "Go to Application Form".
- Step 4: Fill the section-wise Application Form covering personal information, qualification(s), experience(s), and upload of documents/certificates. Use "Save and Next" to move between sections.
- Step 5: Upload a recent, unattested, scanned photograph in JPG/JPEG format (50–80 KB), snapped on or after 1st July 2026, with the candidate's name and date of taking the photograph clearly visible on it.
- Step 6: Upload legible scanned copies of certificates/documents supporting educational qualification (from Matric onwards), mark sheets, date of birth proof, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD, where applicable), experience certificate(s), and NOC from present employer (if employed).
- Step 7: Indicate your preferred examination city carefully, as it cannot be changed later.
- Step 8: Click Submit after completing all sections, and proceed to pay the applicable application fee through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Step 9: Take a printout of the completed application form for future reference and document verification.
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|---|---|
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q 1. What is the total number of vacancies in PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
A total of 243 vacancies have been announced (UR-99, SC-36, ST-18, OBC-66, EWS-24), including 10 posts earmarked for PwBD candidates.
Q 2. What is the start date to apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The start date for online application is 10 September 2026.
Q 3. What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date for online application is 03 October 2026.
Q 4. What is the age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 posts?
The age limit is 18 to 35 years as on the last date of submission of the online application (03/10/2026), with age relaxation applicable to SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Central Government employees, PGIMER employees, and Ex-Servicemen as per prescribed norms.
Q 5. What is the application fee for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
PwBD candidates are exempted from fee. SC/ST candidates must pay ₹800/- plus transaction charges, while General/OBC/EWS candidates must pay ₹1500/- plus transaction charges.
Abbreviation
| PGIMER | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research |
|---|---|
| SAC | Space Applications Centre |
| PSU | Public Sector Undertaking |
| GEN | General Category |
| UR | Unreserved Category |
| EWS | Economically Weaker Section |
| SC | Scheduled Caste |
| ST | Scheduled Tribes |
| OBC | Other Backward Class |
| NCL | Non-Creamy Layer |
| ESM / XSM | Ex-Serviceman |
| PwBD | Persons with Benchmark Disabilities |
| Max | Maximum |
| Min | Minimum |
| GST | Goods and Services Tax |
| CBT | Computer Bases Test |
| IDA | Industrial Dearness Allowance |
| MCA | Master of Computer Applications |
| MBA | Master of Business Administration |
| CA | Chartered Accountant |
| PGDM | Post Graduate Diploma in Management |
| CMA | Certified Management Accountant |
| HRA | House Rent Allowance |
| Ph.D. | Doctor of Philosophy |
| PG | Post Graduation |
| M.Sc. | Master of Science |
| B.Tech. | Bachelor of Technology |
| B.E. | Bachelor of Engineering |
| M.Tech. | Master of Technology |
| LLB | Bachelor of Laws |
| VDA | Variable Dearness Allowance |
| CS | Computer Science |
| IT | Information Technology |
| ITI | Industrial Training Institute |
| AICTE | All India Council for Technical Education |
| NCVT | National Council for Vocational Training |
| UGC | University Grants Commission |
| BCA | Bachelor of Computer Applications |
| B.Com. | Bachelor of Commerce |
| UPI | Unified Payments Interface |
| CPC | Central Pay Commission |