PGIMER Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025: Vacancy, Eligibility, Exam Pattern & How to Apply

The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has announced a significant recruitment drive for Nursing Officer positions in 2025. This presents a golden opportunity for aspiring nursing professionals seeking a stable and rewarding career in a prestigious central government institution. NPrep brings you all the essential details you need to know about this recruitment.

PGIMER Nursing Officer Vacancy 2025: Key Highlights

The official notification for the PGIMER Group B and C recruitment was released on July 3, 2025, under advertisement number PGI/RC/048/2025/5706. [Link to: https://pgimer.edu.in]

This drive aims to fill a total of 114 vacancies across various Group B and C posts. Specifically for the Nursing Officer position, there are 51 vacancies announced for the PGI Satellite Centre in Sangrur, Punjab.

Here's a quick overview:

Particulars	Details
Conducting Body	PGIMER, Chandigarh
Post Name	Nursing Officer (Group B)
Advertisement No.	PGI/RC/048/2025/5706
Total Nursing Officer Vacancies	51 (for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur)
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	www.pgimer.edu.in

Important Dates to Remember

Mark your calendars! The application window for the PGIMER Nursing Officer recruitment 2025 is open for a limited time.

• Notification Release Date: July 3, 2025
• Online Application Start Date: July 4, 2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: August 4, 2025
• Last Date for Fee Payment: August 4, 2025
• Admit Card Release Date: To Be Announced (Expected approx. one week before exam)
• Computer-Based Test (CBT) Date: To Be Announced

Candidates are strongly advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Eligibility Criteria: Do You Qualify?

Before applying, ensure you meet the required eligibility criteria set by PGIMER. These include educational qualifications, age limit, and registration.

1. Educational Qualification:

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) recognized Institute/University:

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing
• B.Sc. Nursing
• Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing

OR

• Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from an INC recognized Institute/Board/Council & One year of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the GNM qualification.

2. Registration:

• Must be registered as a Nurse and Midwife with the State Nursing Council or the Indian Nursing Council.

3. Age Limit:

• Minimum Age: 18 years
• Maximum Age: 35 years

The age limit is calculated as on August 4, 2025. Age relaxations for SC/ST/OBC/PwBD and other categories are applicable as per Government of India rules.

OBC - 3 years ST/SC - 5 Years PwBD - 10 Years

Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide

The application process for PGIMER Nursing Officer recruitment 2025 is entirely online. Follow these steps to successfully submit your application:

1. Visit the official PGIMER website: www.pgimer.edu.in.
2. Navigate to the 'Recruitment' section.
3. Find the link for 'Apply Online' for the Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025 and click on it.
4. Register yourself using a valid email ID and mobile number.
5. Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
6. Upload scanned copies of your passport-sized photograph, signature, and all required certificates (educational, experience, category certificates, etc.) as per the prescribed format and size.
7. Review all the details entered in the application form carefully before final submission.
8. Pay the requisite application fee online using Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.

• Application Fee:
• General/OBC/EWS: ₹1500 + Transaction Charges
• SC/ST: ₹800 + Transaction Charges
• PwBD: Exempted from fee payment

1. After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page for your records.

Documents required for uploading during the application process

1. 1Oth Marksheet
2. Recent Passport Size Photos
3. Scanned Signature
4. Degree/Diploma
5. All Marksheets of College Degree/Diploma
6. Category Certificate & EWS
7. Experience Certificate
8. NOC (For working Candidate)

Selection Process: How Candidates Will Be Chosen

The selection process for the PGIMER Nursing Officer post typically involves the following stages:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Eligible candidates will appear for an online written examination.
2. Document Verification: Candidates who qualify the CBT will be called for document verification.
3. Final Merit List: A final merit list will be prepared based on the marks obtained in the CBT.

There is no interview round for this recruitment.

Exam Pattern and Syllabus

Understanding the exam pattern and syllabus is crucial for effective preparation.

Exam Pattern:

• Mode of Exam: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Total Questions: 100
• Total Marks: 100 (Typically 1 mark per question)
• Negative Marking: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each incorrect answer.
• Duration: 100 Minutes Syllabus:

The syllabus primarily covers subjects from the B.Sc. Nursing and GNM curriculum, along with General Knowledge. Key areas include:

• Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Child Health Nursing (Pediatric Nursing)
• Community Health Nursing (including Nutrition and Environmental Hygiene)
• Mental Health Nursing (Psychiatric Nursing)
• Fundamentals of Nursing
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Microbiology
• Sociology & Psychology
• Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBGYN) (Midwifery)
• Nursing Administration & Management
• Nursing Education, Research & Statistics
• General Knowledge / Current Affair

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