PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 - Detailed Selection Process & Info
PGIMER, Chandigarh has announced 243 Nursing Officer vacancies for 2026. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply before the deadline on 3 October 2026. Check the official notification for detailed requirements and application process.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Advertisement Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Post Code | NUR/001 |
| Group | B |
| Total Vacancies | 243 |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh |
| Application Mode | Online |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening date for online registration | 10.09.2026 |
| Crucial date for determining eligibility (age, qualification, experience) | 03.10.2026 |
Post-Wise Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 99 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
| Other Backward Classes (OBC) | 66 |
| Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 24 |
| Total | 243 |
| PwBD (out of total posts, includes OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV, SLD, MD) | 10 |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Exempted from payment of fee |
| SC/ST | Rs. 800/- plus transaction charges as applicable |
| General/OBC/EWS and all others | Rs. 1500/- plus transaction charges as applicable |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| S. No. | City | State |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agra | Uttar Pradesh |
| 2 | Ahmedabad | Gujarat |
| 3 | Ambala | Haryana |
| 4 | Amritsar | Punjab |
| 5 | Bathinda | Punjab |
| 6 | Bengaluru | Karnataka |
| 7 | Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
| 8 | Bilaspur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 9 | Chandigarh/Mohali | Chandigarh/Punjab |
| 10 | Dehradun | Uttarakhand |
| 11 | Delhi/NCR | Delhi/NCR |
| 12 | Guwahati | Assam |
| 13 | Haldwani | Uttarakhand |
| 14 | Hamirpur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 15 | Hyderabad | Telangana |
| 16 | Jammu | Jammu & Kashmir |
| 17 | Kangra | Himachal Pradesh |
| 18 | Kanpur | Uttar Pradesh |
| 19 | Kolkata | West Bengal |
| 20 | Kullu | Himachal Pradesh |
| 21 | Kurukshetra | Haryana |
| 22 | Lucknow | Uttar Pradesh |
| 23 | Nagpur | Maharashtra |
| 24 | Palampur | Himachal Pradesh |
| 25 | Patiala | Punjab |
| 26 | Patna | Bihar |
| 27 | Phagwara | Punjab |
| 28 | Roorkee | Uttarakhand |
| 29 | Una | Himachal Pradesh |
Vacancy Details & Educational Qualification
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of MCQs | 100 |
| Duration | 100 minutes |
| Marks per Question | 1 mark |
| Total Marks | 100 |
| Negative Marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Medium of Exam | English only |
| Exam Mode | Online Computer Based Test (CBT), all-India basis |
Examination Syllabus & Subject Scheme
| Category | Age Relaxation Beyond Upper Age Limit |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC | 3 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 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 |
How to Fill Online Application Form
- Read Official Circular: Carefully review the official notification PDF and verify your eligibility criteria before starting registration.
- Document Preparation: Keep scanned copies of essential documents ready (Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Educational Certificates, and Caste/Category Certificate if applicable).
- Online Registration: Visit the official portal via the direct Apply Online link given below and complete One-Time Registration (OTR) / candidate profile.
- Fill Application Form: Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, exam center preferences, and upload mandatory certificates.
- Fee Payment: Pay the required examination fee using online banking, debit/credit card, or UPI before 03 October 2026.
- Print Final Copy: Preview all entered data thoroughly, submit the form, and take a clear printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.