PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has officially released the recruitment advertisement notice for the post of Nursing Officer (NO) (Group ‘B’) under Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276. A total of 243 vacancies are available for direct recruitment at PGIMER Chandigarh. The PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 official advertisement notification has been released on 09.09.2026. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications starting from 10.09.2026, with the final deadline set for 03.10.2026. The Nursing Officer CBT exam, which was scheduled to be held on 21 October 2026, has been postponed, and the new exam date will be notified later.
This recruitment offers a prime opportunity for nursing professionals to join an Institute of National Importance under the Level-7 pay scale. Make sure to review the complete educational qualifications, age relaxation criteria, and document requirements detailed below before filling out your online application form.
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Advt. No. | PGI/RC/055/2026/2276 |
| Total Vacancy | 243 |
| Pay Scale | Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – 1,42,400/-) |
| Notification Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Category | PGIMER Nursing Officer (NO) Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Official Website | pgimer.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 09.09.2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10.09.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 03.10.2026 |
| Last Date to Download Application Form | 06.10.2026 |
| Admit Card Download Date | 14.10.2026 |
| CBT Exam Date (Postponed) |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| UR / OBC / EWS | Rs. 1500/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 800/- |
| PWD | Nil |
| Mode of Payment | Online |
Age Limit, Vacancy Details, and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 is 18-35 Years. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 03.10.2026. (Use Age Calculator). Age Relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Post Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
| Nursing Officer | 243 | B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing with State Nursing Council Registration OR GNM Diploma with State Nursing Council Registration and 1 year experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital |
PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process for PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 includes the following stages:
- Computer Based Test (CBT)
- Scrutiny of Applications & Documents
- Document Verification
Physical Standards (PET/PMT)
- Medical Fitness: Candidates must be in good mental and bodily health and free from any physical defect likely to interfere with the efficient discharge of duties. Selected candidates will undergo a medical examination by the Institute’s Medical Board prior to appointment.
Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme
The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be conducted in the English language only across various exam centers:
- Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Number of Questions: 100
- Total Marks: 100
- Duration: 100 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer
- Qualifying Marks: 40% for General/EWS; 35% for SC/ST/OBC categories
Important Links
| PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Exam Postpone Notice | Postpone Notice |
| PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Exam Date Notice | Exam Date |
| PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF | Notification |
| PGIMER Nursing Officer Online Form Link | Apply Online |
| PGIMER Official Website | PGIMER |
