PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 243 Group-B Posts
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 dated 09/09/2026 for 243 Nursing Officer (Group B) posts on direct recruitment. Online registration is open from 10/09/2026 to 03/10/2026. Selection is through an all-India Computer Based Test (CBT) followed by document verification.
Official Notification PDF: Download PGIMER Nursing Officer Advt PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 PDF
Important Dates – PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 | |
| Advertisement Date: | 09/09/2026 |
| Application Begin: | 10/09/2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online: | 03/10/2026 |
| Eligibility Cut-Off Date: | 03/10/2026 |
| CBT Date: | To be notified on pgimer.edu.in |
| Advertisement No.: | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
Application Fee | |
| General / OBC / EWS: | ₹1,500/- + transaction charges |
| SC / ST: | ₹800/- + transaction charges |
| PwBD: | Exempted |
| Payment Mode: | Online gateway (Debit / Credit / Net Banking) |
| Pay the examination fee online via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or as per options available on the official portal. | |
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Important Links | |
| Apply Online: | Apply Online – PGIMER Nursing Officer Portal |
| Download Official Notification PDF: | Download PGIMER Nursing Officer Advt PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 PDF |
| Official Website: | Visit pgimer.edu.in |
| Watch Updates on YouTube: | Sarkari Job Selection YouTube |
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Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Total: 243)
| Post | Code | UR | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | Total | PwBD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | NUR/001 | 99 | 36 | 18 | 66 | 24 | 243 | 10 |
Group B posts for PGIMER Chandigarh including Advanced MCH Centre vacancies as notified.
Educational Qualification (Nursing Officer)
| Route | Qualification / Experience |
|---|---|
| (A) | B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing OR regular B.Sc. Nursing OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing; registered as Nurse & Midwife (RN & RM) with State Nursing Council. |
| (B) | Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery; RN & RM registration; plus experience as specified in the detailed Advt. |
Crucial date for EQ / age / experience: 03/10/2026.
Age Limit (as on 03/10/2026)
| Minimum | Maximum (UR) |
|---|---|
| 18 Years | 35 Years |
Relaxation: SC/ST +5; OBC +3; PwBD and Central Govt. employees as per Govt. of India orders.
PGIMER Nursing Officer (Level-7) In-Hand Salary
₹77,207
₹72,874
₹68,851
| Compensation Component | X Cities (Tier 1) | Y Cities (Tier 2) | Z Cities (Tier 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances (Gross Additions) | |||
| +Basic Pay | ₹44,900 | ₹44,900 | ₹44,900 |
| +Dearness Allowance (DA @ 55%) | ₹24,695 | ₹24,695 | ₹24,695 |
| +House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹13,470 (30%) | ₹8,980 (20%) | ₹4,490 (10%) |
| +Transport Allowance (TPT + DA) | ₹5,580 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| Total Gross Monthly Salary | ₹88,645 | ₹81,365 | ₹76,875 |
| Part 2: Government Deductions (Monthly Recoveries) | |||
| -NPS Contribution (10% Basic + DA) | ₹6,960 | ₹6,960 | ₹6,960 |
| -CGHS (Medical Benefits) | ₹450 | ₹450 | ₹450 |
| -CGEGIS (Insurance Fund) | ₹60 | ₹60 | ₹60 |
| -Estimated Monthly Income Tax (TDS) | ₹3,968 | ₹1,021 | ₹554 |
| Total Monthly Deductions | ₹11,438 | ₹8,491 | ₹8,024 |
| Net In-Hand Salary (Take Home) | ₹77,207 | ₹72,874 | ₹68,851 |
Computer Based Test (CBT) Pattern
| Posts | No. of MCQs | Marks | Duration | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group B – Nursing Officer | 100 | 100 | 100 Minutes | 100 |
CBT in English only. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Qualifying: 40% (UR/EWS) and 35% (SC/ST/OBC).
Syllabus Overview (CBT)
| Area | Indicative Coverage |
|---|---|
| Nursing Foundations & Practice | Fundamentals, medical-surgical, community health, midwifery, paediatric and mental health nursing. |
| Professional Knowledge | Infection control, pharmacology basics, emergency care, ethics & nursing administration. |
Follow PGIMER CBT information bulletin / admit card for exact blueprint.
Selection Process
Provisional candidature; eligibility verified later.
100 MCQs / 100 marks / 100 minutes; merit primarily on CBT.
Based on CBT merit.
Published only on pgimer.edu.in.
Examination Cities (CBT – Tentative)
Cities allotted on first-come first-serve basis. Sample centres include Chandigarh/Mohali, Delhi/NCR, Ambala, Patiala, Amritsar, Lucknow, Kanpur, Dehradun, Jammu, Bilaspur/Hamirpur/Kangra (HP), Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Guwahati and others listed in the Advt.
How to Apply Online – PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026
PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 – Important Candidate Instructions (Prevent Rejection!)
Ensure strict compliance with the following directives:
- Read Full Guidelines: Incorrect entries cannot be edited after submission.
- Official Updates Only: All CBT / result notices appear only on pgimer.edu.in.
- Fee Before Deadline: Pay fee on or before 03/10/2026.
- City Choice: Select exam city early; allotment is first-come first-serve.
- Documents: Keep Nursing Council registration (RN & RM) ready for DV.
- PwBD / Reservation Certificates: Submit certificates in prescribed formats when asked.
