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Download Exam Date Notice for Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’) Recruitment - 2026 (243 Vacancies)

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Short Information

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has released the notification for Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’) Recruitment - 2026 (243 Vacancies). Those who are interested in this Recruitment and fulfill the eligibility can apply Online from 09 September, 2026 to 03 October, 2026. For the information of eligibility, age limit, selection procedure, syllabus in recruitment, read the notification and then apply.

Important Dates

5
Application Start Date
09 September, 2026
Last Date For Applying Online
03 October, 2026
Last Date For Paying Exam Fees
03 October, 2026
CBT Exam Date
21 October, 2026
Admit Card for Exam
14 October, 2026

Application Fee

4
General / OBC / EWS Category Candidates
1500 Rs./-
SC / ST Category Candidates
800 Rs./-
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) Category Candidates
0 Rs./-
Payment Mode
Online Through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.

Age Limit & Eligibility

13
Age Limit
18-35 Years (03 October, 2026)
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for SC / ST Category Candidates
05 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for OBC Candidates
03 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for PwBD Candidates
10 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for PwBD + SC / ST Candidates
15 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for PwBD + OBC Candidates
13 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Central Govt. Civilian Employees - Central Govt. Civilian Employees fulfilling the conditions as prescribed by DoPT, Govt. of India vide OM No.15012/2/2010- Estt.(D) dated 27th March 2012 (General/Unreserved) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of application.
05 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Central Govt. Civilian Employees - Central Govt. Civilian Employees (OBC) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of application.
08 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Central Govt. Civilian Employees - Central Govt. Civilian Employees (SC/ST) who have rendered not less than 3 years regular and continuous service as on closing date for receipt of application.
10 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for Permanent employees of PGIMER, Chandigarh. Note : The maximum age of the applicant under this category should be at least 02 years less than the date of superannuation / retirement prescribed for the post.
10 Years
Relaxation in Upper Age Limit for For appointment to vacancies in Group B posts:- Ex-servicemen
05 Years
Note 1
Ex-servicemen (including Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers) provided applicants have rendered at least five years continuous Military Service and have been released on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed within six months) otherwise than by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency or on account of physical disability attributable to military service or on invalidment. Emergency Commissioned Officers/Short Service Commissioned Officers who have completed their initial period of assignment of five years of Military Service but whose assignment has been extended beyond five years and in whose case the Ministry of Defence issues certificates that they would be released on selection within three months from the date of receipt of offer of appointment.
Note 2
In order to qualify for the concession above, candidates concerned would be required to produce a certificate that they have been released from the Defence Forces. The certificate for Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs should be signed by the appropriate authorities specified below and should also specify the period of service in the Defence Forces:- (i) In case of Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs: Army: Directorate of Personnel Services, Army Headquarters, New Delhi. Navy: Directorate of Personnel Services Naval Headquarters, New Delhi. Air Force: Directorate of Personnel Services, Air Headquarters, New Delhi. (ii) In case of JCOs/ORs and equivalent of the Navy and Air Forces: Army: By various Regimental Record Offices. Navy: Naval Records, Mumbai. Air Force: Air Force Records, New Delhi.

Vacancy Details

243 posts

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, Nursing Officer (Group ‘B’) Recruitment - 2026 (243 Vacancies) - Total Post & Qualification

Post NameTotal Post
Nursing Officer243

Category Wise Vacancies

General

EWS

OBC

SC

ST

Total

99

24

66

36

18

243

Educational Qualification & Experience

(A)
(I)B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing from a recognized University or Institute;

OR

Regular course in B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute.

OR

Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized University or Institute.

(II) Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and mid-wife (RN or RN & RM) with State Nursing Council;

OR

(B)

(I) Diploma in General Nursing and Mid-wifery from a recognized Board or Council.

(II) Registered as a Nurse or Nurse and mid-wife from State Nursing Council.

(III) One year experience in minimum fifty bedded hospital after acquiring the educational qualifications.

How to Apply?

  • Step 1 : Check Eligibility : Confirm that you meet all the specified qualifications, experience requirements, and age limits as advertised on the PGIMER website before starting.

  • Step 2 : Prepare Scanned Photograph : Prepare a clear passport-size color photograph taken on or after July 1, 2026, showing your name and date of photo, saved in JPG/JPEG format between 50 to 80 KB.

  • Step 3 : Visit Official Website : Open the PGIMER official website at www.pgimer.edu.in and navigate to the recruitment link on the home page.

  • Step 4 : Perform Online Registration : Select online registration and carefully fill in your mandatory details including Advertisement Number, Advertisement Date, Applicant's Name, Date of Birth, Mobile Number, and Email ID.

  • Step 5 : Receive Login Credentials : Note down or receive the acknowledgement of successful online registration containing your user ID and password sent to your registered email ID and mobile number.

  • Step 6 : Log In to Application Portal : Click on "Applicant login" and log in using the received User ID and password to access the application form.

  • Step 7 : Fill Application Sections : Click on "Go to Application Form" and systematically fill out the section-wise personal information, qualifications, and experiences, clicking "Save and Next" to progress.

  • Step 8 : Upload Documents : Upload legible scanned copies of your original or self-attested certificates, mark sheets from Matric onwards, category certificates, experience certificates, and NOC (if employed).

  • Step 9 : Submit and Pay Fee : Complete the final submission of the application form and proceed to pay the application fee online through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

  • Step 10 : Print Application Form : Take a printout of the successfully submitted online application form and keep it safe for future verification processes.

Selection Process

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT)

  • AIIMS (NORCET) : Conducted in a two-stage format consisting of a Preliminary Exam (qualifying screening test) and a Mains Exam (merit-deciding test focusing on case-scenario questions).

  • Other Institutions (e.g., PGIMER, ESIC) : Typically feature a single-stage Computer-Based Test containing multiple-choice questions covering nursing subjects, general awareness, and aptitude, carrying negative marking for incorrect answers.

2. Category-Wise Shortlisting & Merit List

  • Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks or percentile based on their category (UR/EWS, OBC, SC, ST).

  • Shortlisted candidates (usually a fixed multiple of total available vacancies) are chosen for subsequent processing.

3. Application & Document Scrutiny

  • The organizing board thoroughly cross-checks the submitted application forms and uploaded documents.

  • Verification covers age limits, educational qualifications (B.Sc. Nursing / GNM), active State/Indian Nursing Council registration, and mandatory work experience certificates (if specified for diploma holders).

4. Document Verification (DV) & Medical Examination

  • Provisionally selected and waitlisted candidates are called for physical Document Verification to authenticate original certificates.

  • A final Medical Examination is conducted by a designated medical board to ensure the candidate meets the requisite physical and health standards for the post.

Age Limit & Eligibility

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