Overview
Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released a recruitment notification for the post of Nursing Officer (243 vacancies). Eligible candidates can apply online as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
- Qualification
- PGIMER Nursing Officer eligibility 2026 is based on educational qualification, professional registration, and (for some candidates) experience, along with the prescribed age limit.
- Vacancies
- 243
- Advertisement No
- PGI/RC/055/2026/2276
- Last date to apply
- 03.10.2026
Important Dates
| Advertisement Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Opening date for online registration | 10.09.2026 |
| PGIMER Nursing Officer Last Date to apply online | 03.10.2026 |
| Crucial date for determining eligibility (age, qualification, experience) | 03.10.2026 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribe (ST) | 18 |
Important Links
- Official WebsiteOpen Link
Eligibility
PGIMER Nursing Officer eligibility 2026 is based on educational qualification, professional registration, and (for some candidates) experience, along with the prescribed age limit.
Age Limit
The age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 35 years, calculated as on the last date of submission of the online application, i.e., 03.10.2026. Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted; no subsequent request for change will be considered. 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 Note: No age relaxation is available to reserved category candidates applying against an unreserved (UR) vacancy. Age relaxation for PwBD and Central Government Civilian Employees will not be considered together; only the more beneficial relaxation among the two will be allowed. The maximum age of a PwBD applicant after relaxation shall not exceed 56 years on the crucial date. Candidates are advised to check whether they satisfy the prescribed age limit before applying. Use our online Age Calculator to calculate your exact age instantly.
Salary
Selected candidates for the post of Nursing Officer will be placed in Pay Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix, with a pay scale of Rs. 44,900 – 142,400/-. The notification does not specify additional allowances separately; candidates may refer to applicable Central Government allowance rules for details not covered in this notice.
Application Fee
The application fee for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 differs by category, and payment must be made online. 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 Mode of Payment: Candidates can deposit the application fee through the online payment gateway available on the application portal using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Payment through UPI may be avoided. The application fee is non-refundable, and no correspondence regarding refund of fee for erroneously filled applications will be entertained.
Exam Pattern
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
Selection Process
Selection to the post of Nursing Officer will be made purely on the basis of a Computer Based Test (CBT); there is no interview for this Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) post, as per Government of India instructions.
How to Apply
PGIMER Nursing Officer Apply Online process is entirely online; no offline application form or downloaded/printed application copy will be accepted. • Visit the official PGIMER website: www.pgimer.edu.in and go to the Recruitment link on the Home Page. • Complete Online Registration by filling mandatory details: Advertisement Number, Advertisement Date, Name of Applicant (as per matriculation certificate), Date of Birth (as per matriculation certificate), Mobile Number, and Email ID. These details cannot be changed once registered. • Login using the User ID and password received on the registered email and mobile number, then click "Go to Application Form". • Fill the section-wise Application Form covering personal information, qualification(s), experience(s), and upload of documents/certificates. Use "Save and Next" to move between sections. • Upload a recent, unattested, scanned photograph in JPG/JPEG format (50–80 KB), snapped on or after 1st July 2026, with the candidate's name and date of taking the photograph clearly visible on it. • Upload legible scanned copies of certificates/documents supporting educational qualification (from Matric onwards), mark sheets, date of birth proof, category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD, where applicable), experience certificate(s), and NOC from present employer (if employed). • Indicate your preferred examination city carefully, as it cannot be changed later. • Click Submit after completing all sections, and proceed to pay the applicable …
Important Instructions
• Candidates may apply for more than one post if otherwise eligible, but must pay the prescribed fee separately for each. • No request for change of any particulars (name, date of birth, category, qualification, marks, photo, signature, etc.) will be entertained after submission of the application form. • SC/ST/OBC candidates must upload the requisite Caste Certificate; OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) candidates need a certificate issued between 01.04.2026 and 03.10.2026, in the format at Annexure-I, along with a declaration as per Annexure-II at the time of document verification. • EWS candidates must produce an Income and Asset Certificate (valid for year 2026-27) issued between 01.04.2026 and 03.10.2026 by a Competent Authority, in the format at Annexure-III. Family gross annual income must be below Rs. 8 lakh, and specified land/property holding limits must not be exceeded. • PwBD candidates must have a minimum of 40% benchmark disability and submit the requisite disability certificate; scribe/reader/compensatory time facility is available subject to conditions and advance intimation to PGIMER via [email protected]. • Central Government Civilian Employees seeking age relaxation must submit the certificate as per Annexure-VI and a No Objection Certificate from their employer. • Roll Numbers/Admit Cards will be available for download approximately one week before the exam and will not be sent by post. • Candidates are prohibited from carrying mobile phones, wrist watches, wallets, j…
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 243 Posts?
Advertisement Date: 09.09.2026; Opening date for online registration: 10.09.2026; PGIMER Nursing Officer Last Date to apply online: 03.10.2026; Crucial date for determining eligibility (age, qualification, experience): 03.10.2026; Scheduled Caste (SC): 36; Scheduled Tribe (ST): 18
What is the application fee?
The application fee for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 differs by category, and payment must be made online. 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 Mode of Payment: Candidates can deposit the application fee through the online payment gateway available on the application portal using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. Payment through UPI may be avoided. The application fee is non-refundable, and no correspondence regarding refund of fee for erroneously filled applications will be entertained.
What is the age limit?
The age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is 18 to 35 years, calculated as on the last date of submission of the online application, i.e., 03.10.2026. Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate will be accepted; no subsequent request for change will be considered. 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 Note: No age relaxation is available to reserved category candidates ap…
What is the selection process?
Selection to the post of Nursing Officer will be made purely on the basis of a Computer Based Test (CBT); there is no interview for this Group 'B' (Non-Gazetted) post, as per Government of India instructions.