"Landing a government nursing job at a prestigious institution like PGIMER Chandigarh/Sangrur is a dream for many aspirants. Beyond the job security and respect, understanding the financial compensation is crucial for career planning. At NPrep, we believe in providing transparent and practical insights to help you prepare effectively.

This post dives deep into the salary structure of a Nursing Officer at PGIMER, Chandigarh, based on a real salary slip from May 2025.

Let's break down the components that make up the gross earnings and deductions.

Decoding the Earnings: What's in Your Pay?

The earnings section shows the various components that contribute to the total gross salary. Here's the breakdown from the sample payslip:

Earning Component	Amount (₹)
Basic	46200
DA (Dearness Allowance)	25410
Dress Allowance	2250
Nursing Allowance	4620
TA (Transport Allowance)	2790
Gross Earnings	90270.0

As you can see, the Basic Pay forms the foundation, supplemented by significant components like DA, Nursing Allowance, and others.

Understanding the Deductions: What's Subtracted?

Certain amounts are deducted from your gross salary. These typically include contributions towards provident funds, insurance, and other schemes.

Deduction Component	Amount (₹)
GIS (Group Insurance Scheme)	60
NPS (National Pension System)	7161
HRA (House Rent Allowance)	2900
Gross Deduction	7221.0

The Final Figure: Net Pay

The Net Pay is what you actually receive in hand after all deductions.

Net Pay = Gross Earnings - Gross Deduction

Based on the sample payslip:

Net Pay = ₹90270.0 - ₹7221.0 = ₹83049.0

This substantial figure highlights the attractive financial package offered to Nursing Officers at PGIMER.

Aspirants often get confused by the HRA figure on a payslip, especially if it seems low. If the payslip shows a relatively low HRA (like the ₹2900 here) for a major city like Chandigarh, it's a strong indicator that the employee has been allotted institute accommodation. Explain the trade-off: a lower in-hand pay with subsidized housing (saving significantly on rent) vs. a much higher in-hand pay if you opt not to take institute accommodation and receive full HRA (which would be much higher for a city like Chandigarh, potentially adding ₹10,000-₹15,000+ to the net pay, but then you pay market rent). This is a crucial financial decision point for new joiners, and understanding this impacts your actual take-home finances significantly.

Beyond the Salary Slip

While the salary slip gives a clear picture of monthly earnings, it's worth noting that government jobs often come with additional benefits like medical facilities, leave encashment, and opportunities for career progression.

Achieving this level of compensation requires dedicated preparation for exams like NORCET. NPrep, founded by AIIMS experts, is designed to provide you with the tools, resources, and mentorship needed to crack these competitive exams.

Our platform offers:

• Expert-led video lectures covering the entire syllabus.
• A massive Q-bank with over 20,000+ MCQs.
• Realistic mock tests mirroring the exam pattern.
• Personalized mentorship for data-driven study plans.

We've helped over 10,000 aspirants secure government nursing jobs, and our focus remains on making quality education accessible and effective.

The official notification for the PGIMER Group B and C recruitment was released on July 3, 2025 with aim 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. Now is the time!

Ready to start your journey towards a rewarding career and a strong salary like the one at PGIMER?

Explore NPrep's courses today.

https://links.nprep.in/gold_subscription

For official notifications and details about PGIMER recruitment, always refer to the official sources.

Knowing the potential salary can be a powerful motivator. Use this insight to fuel your preparation and work towards achieving your dream job!"