Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh: Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 243 Posts

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has officially released the recruitment notification (Advt. No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276) for the appointment of Nursing Officers (Group ‘B’) on a direct recruitment basis.

This premier central healthcare institution recruitment drive aims to fill 243 tentative vacancies. The online registration window opens on 10th September 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their online applications up to 3rd October 2026.

Recruitment Overview Matrix

Feature	Details
Conducting Organization	Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Advertisement Number	Advt. No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276
Post Designation	Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’)
Total Openings	243 Vacancies
Job Location / Deployment	PGIMER, Chandigarh
Pay Scale (7th CPC)	Pay Level-7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400/-)
Application Mode	Online Only
Online Application Start Date	10th September 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	3rd October 2026
Official Website Portal	www.pgimer.edu.in

Important Schedule & Timeline Matrix

Event Description	Official Dates & Timeline
Notification Release Date	9th September 2026
Commencement of Online Registration	10th September 2026
Closing Date & Time for Online Applications	3rd October 2026
Crucial Date for Eligibility Criteria	3rd October 2026
Computer-Based Test (CBT) Date	To be notified on the official website

Category-Wise Vacancy Distribution Matrix

The 243 vacancies are allocated across standard reservation categories:

Category	Vacancy Count
Unreserved (UR)	99
Other Backward Classes (OBC)	66
Scheduled Caste (SC)	36
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)	24
Scheduled Tribe (ST)	18
Total Openings	243 Posts
Horizontal Reservation: Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD)	10 Posts (Out of total openings)

Eligibility Criteria & Essential Parameters

1. Age Limit Parameters (As on 3rd October 2026)

• Minimum Age Limit: 18 Years
• Maximum Age Limit: 35 Years
• Upper Age Relaxations:
  • SC / ST: 5 Years
  • OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 Years
  • Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): 10 Years (additional relaxations for combined categories like PwBD + OBC/SC/ST)

2. Educational Qualifications

• Option A: B.Sc. (Honours) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University/Institute; OR Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University/Institute; AND Registered as Nurse and Midwife with State Nursing Council.
• Option B: Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized Board/Council; AND Registered as Nurse and Midwife with State Nursing Council; AND Minimum of 1 year of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the educational qualification.

Selection Process Structure

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Objective multiple-choice test carrying 100 marks comprising 100 questions to be solved in 100 minutes in English only. Marking Scheme: 1 mark for correct answers, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every incorrect response. Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC.
2. Shortlisting: Candidates equal to roughly three times the total category-wise vacancies are shortlisted based on CBT merit for document verification.
3. Document Verification & Medical Examination: Final identity checks, verification of educational and nursing council registration certificates, followed by a medical fitness review by the institutional board.

Application Fee Structure

• General, OBC, and EWS Candidates: ₹1,500/- plus applicable transaction charges.
• Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST): ₹800/- plus applicable transaction charges.
• Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Nil (Fully exempted from application fees).
• Payment Mode: Online digital gateways using Net Banking, Debit Cards, or Credit Cards.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply Online

1. Visit Official Portal: Open the official PGIMER recruitment website at www.pgimer.edu.in.
2. Access Recruitment Link: Navigate to the homepage, click on the “Recruitment” tab, and select the notification link for “Nursing Officer Post (Advt. No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276)”.
3. Register Online: Complete the initial sign-up process using your basic personal details, active mobile number, and email ID to generate a secure User ID and Password.
4. Fill Application Form: Log in using your credentials and complete the application form sections with your educational history, registration council numbers, and experience metrics.
5. Upload Scanned Documents: Upload clear digital passport-size photographs (captured on or after 1st July 2026 with name and date tags), scanned signatures, and category/experience certificates.
6. Pay Application Fee: Remit the non-refundable application fee via integrated online payment channels.
7. Final Submission & Print: Preview all entered parameters carefully, submit the form before 3rd October 2026, and print out a hard copy for future selection stages.

🔗 Official PGIMER Website Portal

🔗 Direct Link to Apply Online for PGIMER Nursing Officer

📄 Download PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026 Official Notification PDF

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is the last date to apply online for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?

A: The online application portal closes strictly on 3rd October 2026.

Q2: How many total vacancies have been advertised under this notification?

A: A total of 243 vacancies have been notified for the Nursing Officer post.

Q3: What is the salary scale offered for PGIMER Nursing Officers?

A: Selected candidates are placed under Pay Level-7, with a pay scale ranging from ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400/- per month.

Q4: Is work experience mandatory for all nursing candidates?

A: Work experience of 1 year in a minimum 50-bedded hospital is mandatory only for candidates holding a GNM Diploma; B.Sc. and Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing graduates are exempt from prior work experience.

Q5: What is the exam structure and negative marking scheme for the CBT?

A: The CBT consists of 100 multiple-choice questions for 100 marks with a 100-minute time limit, featuring a negative marking of 0.25 marks for every wrong answer.