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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.PGIMER Chandigarh Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 thumbnail, 243 posts, CBT merit, apply by 3 October 2026.Official Notification PDF: Download PGIMER Nursing Officer Advt PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 PDF

Recruitment Name: PGIMER Nursing Officer – Advt PGI/RC/055/2026/2276

243 Nursing Officer (Group B) Posts – Level-7 Pay Matrix

Short Summary: PGIMER Chandigarh invites online applications for 243 Nursing Officer posts (Level-7). Apply by 03/10/2026. CBT of 100 MCQs; merit based on CBT score.

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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.

📺 PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 – Form Filling & Exam Guide

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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
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Category-wise Vacancy Breakup (Total: 243)

PostCodeURSCSTOBCEWSTotalPwBD
Nursing OfficerNUR/001993618662424310

Group B posts for PGIMER Chandigarh including Advanced MCH Centre vacancies as notified.


Educational Qualification (Nursing Officer)

RouteQualification / 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)

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MinimumMaximum (UR)
18 Years35 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

7th CPC Pay Level 7Basic Pay: ₹44,900DA: 63% (central rate)
X Cities (Metro)

₹85,206

Estimated monthly in-hand
Y Cities (Urban)

₹77,782

Estimated monthly in-hand
Z Cities (Rural/Small)

₹73,292

Estimated monthly in-hand
Compensation ComponentX CitiesY CitiesZ Cities
Part 1: Monthly Earnings & Allowances
+Basic Pay₹44,900₹44,900₹44,900
+Dearness Allowance (DA @ 63%)₹28,287₹28,287₹28,287
+House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹13,470 (30%)₹8,980 (20%)₹4,490 (10%)
+Transport Allowance (TA + DA)₹5,868₹2,934₹2,934
Total Gross Monthly Salary₹92,525₹85,101₹80,611
Part 2: Deductions
-NPS Contribution (10% of Basic + DA)₹7,319₹7,319₹7,319
Total Monthly Deductions₹7,319₹7,319₹7,319
Estimated In-Hand (before income tax)₹85,206₹77,782₹73,292
  • City classes (HRA): X = Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Greater Mumbai, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Pune. Y and Z cities are as listed by the Department of Expenditure (OM 21.07.2015). HRA is not paid if you live in government quarters.
  • DA: 63% of basic pay, the central rate from 1 Jul 2026.
  • TA: The X column uses the higher rate for listed big cities. Y and Z use the rate for other places; some Y cities (e.g. Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna) get the higher rate.
  • Medical: No CGHS deduction is shown. This employer is an autonomous body, defence-funded, Railways, Delhi Govt or a force with its own medical scheme. Check your appointment terms.
  • Not included: income tax (depends on your regime and declarations), group insurance (CGEGIS), professional tax and special allowances (e.g. NPA, MSP, risk or hardship allowances). Pay is for the entry cell; the official notification prevails.

Computer Based Test (CBT) Pattern

PostsNo. of MCQsMarksDurationTotal Marks
Group B – Nursing Officer100100100 Minutes100

CBT in English only. Negative marking: 0.25 per wrong answer. Qualifying: 40% (UR/EWS) and 35% (SC/ST/OBC).


Syllabus Overview (CBT)

AreaIndicative Coverage
Nursing Foundations & PracticeFundamentals, medical-surgical, community health, midwifery, paediatric and mental health nursing.
Professional KnowledgeInfection control, pharmacology basics, emergency care, ethics & nursing administration.

Follow PGIMER CBT information bulletin / admit card for exact blueprint.


Selection Process

1. Online Application Scrutiny
Provisional candidature; eligibility verified later.
2. Computer Based Test (CBT)
100 MCQs / 100 marks / 100 minutes; merit primarily on CBT.
3. Document Verification
Based on CBT merit.
4. Final Result
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

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Step 1: Read Advt PGI/RC/055/2026/2276.
Step 3: Register and fill carefully (entries cannot be edited after final submit).
Step 4: Pay fee (₹1500 Gen/OBC/EWS; ₹800 SC/ST; PwBD exempt) by 03/10/2026.
Step 5: Monitor pgimer.edu.in for CBT admit card and results.

PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How many Nursing Officer vacancies are there at PGIMER?
Total 243 posts (UR 99, SC 36, ST 18, OBC 66, EWS 24); 10 PwBD horizontal.
What is the last date to apply?
Online applications close on 03/10/2026.
What is the application fee?
₹1,500 (Gen/OBC/EWS), ₹800 (SC/ST), exempt for PwBD.
What is the age limit?
18–35 years as on 03/10/2026 with category-wise relaxations.
What is the selection process?
All-India CBT (100 marks) followed by document verification; merit on CBT.
What is the pay scale?
Level-7: ₹44,900–1,42,400 (7th CPC) plus allowances.
Where to apply?
Through the official DigiAlm / PGIMER recruitment portal linked from pgimer.edu.in.
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.
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