Exam postponed. PGIMER issued a notice on 10 October 2026 postponing the Nursing Officer computer based test that was planned for 21 October 2026 (morning shift).
The admit card, which was planned for 14 October, depends on the new schedule. We could not open the PGIMER notice to read the new date, so please check the official notices for it. Applications closed on 3 October 2026.
Important dates
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Vacancies: 243 posts
| Category | Posts |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 99 |
| SC | 36 |
| ST | 18 |
| OBC | 66 |
| EWS | 24 |
| Total | 243 |
Post: Nursing Officer (Group B), post code NUR/001, pay Level 7, direct recruitment at PGIMER Chandigarh. Reports say 10 of the posts are earmarked for persons with benchmark disabilities. Advertisement No. PGI/RC/055/2026/2276.
Eligibility
| Qualification (option 1) | B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing or Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognised institution, with registration with a State or Indian Nursing Council. |
|---|---|
| Qualification (option 2) | GNM diploma with Nursing Council registration and at least 1 year of experience in a hospital of 50 beds or more. |
| Age | 18 to 35 years as on 3 October 2026, with relaxation as per PGIMER and Government of India rules. Date of birth is taken from the matriculation certificate. |
| Cut-off date | Eligibility on age, qualification and experience is counted on 3 October 2026. |
Application fee
This is what applicants paid before the window closed on 3 October 2026.
Exam pattern and selection
The Computer Based Test is the main stage. Shortlisting is by CBT merit.
| Questions | 100 multiple choice questions, 100 marks |
|---|---|
| Duration | 100 minutes, in English |
| Negative marking | 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer |
| Qualifying marks | 40% for UR and EWS, 35% for SC, ST and OBC (as reported) |
CBT
Computer based test on the date PGIMER announces.
Scrutiny
Applications and eligibility are checked for shortlisted candidates.
Document verification
Original certificates are verified.
Medical examination
By the Institute Medical Board.
What to do while you wait
- ✓Keep your application printout and registration details safe
- ✓Carry the admit card and an original photo ID on exam day
- ✓Check your email and SMS regularly for PGIMER updates
- ✓Open pgimer.edu.in every day for new notices
- ✓Revise nursing fundamentals and practise timed mock tests
- ✓Use the extra time to finish weak topics, not to chase rumours
How to download the admit card
- 1Open pgimer.edu.in and go to the recruitment or notices section.
- 2Find the Nursing Officer notice and the admit card link once PGIMER activates it.
- 3Log in with your registration details.
- 4Download and print the admit card, then check your name, photo, exam time and centre.
- 5Report to the centre at the reporting time printed on the admit card.
Official links
PGIMER नर्सिंग ऑफिसर भर्ती 2026: ताज़ा जानकारी
- PGIMER चंडीगढ़ में नर्सिंग ऑफिसर (ग्रुप B) के 243 पद (विज्ञापन संख्या PGI/RC/055/2026/2276)।
- ऑनलाइन आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 3 अक्टूबर 2026 थी, अब आवेदन बंद हैं।
- 21 अक्टूबर 2026 को होने वाली CBT परीक्षा स्थगित हो गई है। नई तारीख के लिए pgimer.edu.in देखें।
- परीक्षा: 100 प्रश्न, 100 अंक, 100 मिनट। हर गलत उत्तर पर 0.25 अंक कटेंगे।
- योग्यता: B.Sc. नर्सिंग (नर्सिंग काउंसिल पंजीकरण के साथ) या GNM और 50 बिस्तर वाले अस्पताल में 1 साल का अनुभव।
Frequently asked questions
Is the PGIMER Nursing Officer exam postponed?
Yes. PGIMER issued a notice on 10 October 2026 postponing the CBT that was planned for 21 October 2026. Check pgimer.edu.in for the new date.
When will the admit card be released?
It was planned for 14 October 2026. Because the exam is postponed, follow the new schedule in PGIMER's notice.
Can I still apply for PGIMER Nursing Officer 2026?
No. The application window closed on 3 October 2026.
How many vacancies are there?
243 Nursing Officer (Group B) posts: 99 UR, 36 SC, 18 ST, 66 OBC and 24 EWS.
Can GNM nurses apply?
Yes, with Nursing Council registration and at least 1 year of experience in a hospital of 50 beds or more.
Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for each wrong answer in the 100-question CBT.
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Disclaimer: ApnaJob.in is an independent information website and is not affiliated with PGIMER, Chandigarh. This page is compiled from public reports and the recruitment advertisement as of 12 October 2026. We could not open PGIMER’s postponement notice, so the new exam date is not shown. Dates, eligibility and pattern can change, so confirm everything on pgimer.edu.in. We never ask for money to help you apply.
