PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Notification, Vacancy, Eligibility & Application Details

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has officially released the PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification on 9 September 2026. This recruitment drive opens up 243 vacancies for the post of Nursing Officer (Group B) at one of India’s premier medical institutes.

If you’re a nursing graduate or a GNM diploma holder looking for a stable government job, this is a great opportunity. Online applications open on 10 September 2026 and will close on 3 October 2026. In this post, we’ve broken down everything you need to know dates, eligibility, fees, exam pattern, and salary in a simple, easy-to-follow format.

PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Quick Overview

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Post Name	Nursing Officer (Group B)
Post Code	NUR/001
Total Vacancies	243
Job Location	Chandigarh
Application Mode	Online only
Registration Window	10 September – 3 October 2026
Selection Method	Computer-Based Test (CBT) + Document Verification
Official Site	pgimer.edu.in

Important Dates to Remember

Since PGIMER strictly follows its published timeline, mark these dates so you don’t miss any step of the process:

• Notification released: 9 September 2026
• Online application starts: 10 September 2026
• Last date to apply online: 3 October 2026
• Eligibility cut-off date: 3 October 2026
• Admit card: Released about a week before the exam
• CBT exam date: To be notified separately on the official website

How Many Vacancies Are Available?

Out of the total 243 posts, seats are divided category-wise as per government reservation norms:

Category	Number of Posts
General/Unreserved	99
OBC	66
SC	36
EWS	24
ST	18
Total	243
PwBD (horizontal reservation)	10

Eligibility Criteria for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026

Candidates need to satisfy either of the two educational routes below, and the required registration/experience conditions, by the cut-off date of 3 October 2026.

Route 1 – Degree Holders A B.Sc. (Honours) Nursing, regular B.Sc. Nursing, or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing degree from a recognised university, along with valid registration as a Nurse and Midwife with a State Nursing Council. No prior work experience is asked for under this route.

Route 2 – Diploma Holders A GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) diploma from a recognised board, plus registration with a State Nursing Council. Diploma holders additionally need at least one year of hands-on experience in a hospital that has a minimum of 50 beds.

Age Limit: 18 to 35 years as on the cut-off date.

Age Relaxation:

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years
• OBC candidates: 3 years
• PwBD candidates: 10 years

Application Fee

The fee structure is category-based, and PGIMER has specifically advised applicants to avoid UPI as a payment mode:

• General, OBC, EWS: ₹1,500 + transaction charges
• SC/ST: ₹800 + transaction charges
• PwBD candidates: No fee

Selection Process No Interview Involved

Unlike many recruitment exams, PGIMER’s process for this Group B post skips the interview stage entirely. Selection depends purely on merit:

• Computer-Based Test (CBT): 100 objective questions worth 100 marks, to be completed in 100 minutes. The question paper will be in English only, and each wrong answer attracts a penalty of 0.25 marks. Candidates need to score at least 40% (General/EWS) or 35% (SC/ST/OBC) to qualify.
• Shortlisting: Roughly three times the number of vacancies (category-wise) will be shortlisted based on CBT scores.
• Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must produce original mark sheets, certificates, experience letters, and category proof for physical verification.
• Final Merit List: Prepared using CBT scores of candidates who clear document verification successfully.

Salary and Pay Structure

Selected Nursing Officers will be placed under Pay Level 7 of the 7th Central Pay Commission matrix, starting with a basic pay of ₹44,900 per month, going up to ₹1,42,400. On top of the basic pay, officers also get Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, and Nursing Allowance as per central government norms making the overall in-hand salary considerably higher than the basic figure.

How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official PGIMER website, pgimer.edu.in, once the application link goes live on 10 September 2026.
2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
3. Fill in your personal, educational, and category details carefully.
4. Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates.
5. Pay the application fee through the accepted online modes (avoid UPI).
6. Submit the form and save a copy of the confirmation page for future reference.

Final Thoughts

The PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is a solid opportunity for nursing graduates and GNM diploma holders aiming for a central government nursing job with a respectable pay scale and no interview hurdle. Since the window to apply is roughly three weeks, it’s best to keep your documents ready in advance and apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues on the portal.

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FAQs

Q1. How many vacancies are there in PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
There are 243 vacancies for the post of Nursing Officer (Group B) across various categories.

Q2. What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026?
The online application window closes on 3 October 2026.

Q3. Is work experience mandatory to apply?
Work experience is required only for GNM diploma holders (minimum one year in a 50-bedded hospital). B.Sc. Nursing and Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing candidates do not need prior work experience.

Q4. Is there an interview round in the selection process?
No. Selection is based only on the Computer-Based Test score, followed by document verification there is no interview for this Group B post.

Q5. What is the salary of a PGIMER Nursing Officer?
Selected candidates get Pay Level 7 of the 7th CPC, with a starting basic pay of ₹44,900 per month, plus DA, HRA, TA, and Nursing Allowance.

Q6. What is the application fee for this recruitment?
₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹800 for SC/ST candidates, and no fee for PwBD candidates.