The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has released a recruitment notification under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 inviting online applications for 243 Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) posts. This PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 offers a Pay Level 7 salary ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix. Candidates searching for PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026, PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment, or Nursing Officer Jobs in Central Government Institutes should read the complete eligibility, vacancy breakdown, fee, and application process given below before applying online.
This recruitment follows a purely merit-based, no-interview selection process through a Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted across 29 exam cities all over India, in line with Government of India instructions applicable to Group ‘B’ posts. Both B.Sc. Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing graduates and GNM diploma holders with one year of relevant experience are eligible to apply, provided they hold valid registration with a State Nursing Council.
Important – Read Before You Apply: Candidates should note the qualifying marks vary by category (40% for General/EWS, 35% for SC/ST/OBC), and reserved category candidates applying against unreserved vacancies must secure 40% marks. Open and Distance Learning nursing qualifications not recognized under the Ministry of Education Notification dated 10 June 2015 will not be accepted. There is no interview for this Group ‘B’ post — final selection is based purely on CBT marks after document verification. Please download and read the full official notification PDF from the Important Links section below for complete terms before applying.
Overview
| Purpose | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement Number | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Advertisement Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) |
| Total Vacancies | 243 |
| Pay Level | Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 September 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 03 October 2026 |
| Crucial Date for Eligibility (Age/Qualification) | 03 October 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | Approximately 1 week before the exam |
Category-Wise Vacancy Breakdown (243 Total Posts)
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 99 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 66 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Total | 243 |
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) are entitled to 10 horizontal reservation seats spread across the above categories.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 03 October 2026)
| Category | Age Limit / Relaxation |
|---|---|
| General | 18–35 years |
| SC/ST | +5 years |
| OBC | +3 years |
| PwBD (General) | +10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | +15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | +13 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (General) | +5 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC) | +8 years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) | +10 years |
| PGIMER Permanent Employees | +10 years (max age 2 years below superannuation) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B) | +5 years |
Educational Qualification (Either Option)
| Option | Qualification | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Option A | B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing / Regular B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University/Institute | Registration as RN or RN & RM with a State Nursing Council |
| Option B | Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized Board/Council | Registration as RN or RN & RM with a State Nursing Council, plus 1 year of experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital post-qualification |
Note: Nursing qualifications obtained through Open and Distance Learning mode that are not recognized as per the Ministry of Education Notification dated 10 June 2015 will not be accepted.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1,500 + transaction charges |
| SC/ST | ₹800 + transaction charges |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking (UPI payments are discouraged). The fee is non-refundable, and no correspondence will be entertained for erroneously filed applications.
Selection Process
- Computer Based Test (CBT) — 100 MCQs of 1 mark each, 100 minutes duration, conducted only in English, with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
- Category-wise shortlisting for document scrutiny at approximately 3 times the number of advertised posts, including candidates tied at the cutoff.
- Scrutiny of applications against recruitment rules and uploaded documents.
- Declaration of provisional result (Selected/Waitlisted).
- In-person document verification with original certificates.
- Final merit-based selection using CBT marks, after successful document verification.
Qualifying Marks: General/EWS – minimum 40%; SC/ST/OBC – minimum 35%; reserved category candidates applying against unreserved vacancies must secure 40%. There is no interview for this Group ‘B’ post, in line with Government of India instructions.
Exam Cities
The CBT will be conducted across 29 cities: 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, and Una. Candidates select their preferred exam city at the time of application on a first-come-first-serve basis, and this choice cannot be changed later.
Documents Required
Candidates must have ready: a recent unattested photograph (JPG/JPEG, 50–80 KB, taken on or after 01 July 2026, with name and date visible), educational qualification certificates and mark sheets from Matric onwards, date of birth proof, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD, if applicable), experience certificate(s) (for GNM applicants), No Objection Certificate from current employer (if employed), OBC Non-Creamy Layer certificate issued between 01 April 2026 and 03 October 2026 with the required declaration, EWS Income & Asset Certificate valid for 2026-27 issued within the same window, PwBD disability certificate (minimum 40% benchmark disability), and, for Central Government civilian employees, the certificate as per Annexure-VI along with NOC.
How to Apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official PGIMER website and navigate to the Recruitment section, using the link in the Important Links section below.
- Complete online registration with your Advertisement Number, Date, Name (as per Matric certificate), Date of Birth (as per Matric certificate), Mobile Number, and Email ID.
- Log in using the credentials sent to your registered email/mobile and click “Go to Application Form.”
- Fill in the section-wise application form covering personal information, educational qualifications, and experience details.
- Upload your photograph and all supporting documents in the specified format and size.
- Select your preferred examination city carefully, as this cannot be changed later.
- Click Submit to complete the application form.
- Pay the applicable application fee through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.
- Government/semi-government employees must forward their application through proper channel to the Administrative Officer, Recruitment Cell, within 10 days after the last date, treating the online application as an advance copy.
Important Instructions
No changes are permitted to the application form after final submission. Admit cards/roll numbers will be made available online approximately one week before the exam and will not be sent by post. Mobile phones, watches, wallets, jewelry, and other electronic devices are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall. Results will be posted only on the official PGIMER website; no individual intimation will be sent to candidates. No request for re-checking or re-evaluation of answer sheets will be entertained. Candidature remains provisional at all stages of the recruitment process and can be cancelled at any point if ineligibility is found. Any attempt at canvassing by or on behalf of a candidate will lead to disqualification.
Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many total vacancies are there in PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
✅ There are 243 total vacancies for the Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’, Non-Gazetted) post.
2. What is the last date to apply online for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
✅ The online application process closes on 3 October 2026.
3. What is the educational qualification required for this post?
✅ Candidates need either a B.Sc./Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree with State Nursing Council registration, or a GNM Diploma with registration plus 1 year of experience in a minimum fifty-bedded hospital.
4. Is there an interview for the PGIMER Nursing Officer post?
✅ No, this Group ‘B’ post follows Government of India instructions with no interview; final selection is based purely on CBT marks after document verification.
5. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
✅ General/OBC/EWS candidates pay ₹1,500 plus transaction charges, SC/ST candidates pay ₹800 plus transaction charges, and PwBD candidates are exempted.
6. What is the exam pattern for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
✅ The exam is a Computer Based Test with 100 MCQs of 1 mark each, 100 minutes duration, in English only, with 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
7. What are the qualifying marks for this exam?
✅ General/EWS candidates need a minimum of 40%, while SC/ST/OBC candidates need a minimum of 35%; reserved candidates applying against unreserved vacancies need 40%.
8. In how many cities will the CBT be conducted?
✅ The CBT will be conducted across 29 cities throughout India, and candidates select their preferred city during the application process.
9. What is the pay scale for the PGIMER Nursing Officer post?
✅ The post carries a Pay Level 7 salary ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.
10. Where can candidates download the official notification for this recruitment?
✅ The official notification PDF can be downloaded from the PGIMER official website link provided in the Important Links section above.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official recruitment notification issued by the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh. Candidates are strongly advised to cross-check all details, including vacancy, eligibility, and application procedure, from the official notification PDF before applying. This post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an official communication from PGIMER.
