PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: 60 Group A, B & C Vacancies, Eligibility, Last Date & Apply Online

Introduction to PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released Recruitment Notice No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 for direct recruitment to various Group A, Group B and Group C posts on a regular basis.

A total of 60 vacancies have been advertised. Of these, 57 vacancies are at PGIMER Chandigarh and 3 vacancies are for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab. The posts include Medical Officer, Computer Programmer, Pharmacist Grade-II, Library Attendant Grade-I, Animal Attendant, Barber and Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III.

The online application process started on 3 September 2026 and candidates can submit their forms until 19 October 2026. Selection is primarily through a Computer Based Test (CBT); Medical Officer candidates also face an interview after qualifying the CBT.

Candidates should read the complete notification before applying and keep following the latest govt jobs notifications for the CBT date, admit card and result updates.

PGIMER Chandigarh Overview

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh is a premier medical education, research and healthcare institution. The present recruitment is being conducted by its Recruitment Cell for regular direct-recruitment positions at the main Chandigarh institute and PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur.

The recruitment covers jobs ranging from Level-1 support positions to a Group-A Medical Officer post carrying Level-10 pay under the Central Pay Matrix.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Overview

PGIMER Group A, B & C Recruitment 2026 At a Glance

Expert insight: The recruitment is heavily concentrated in one post: 54 of the 60 vacancies are for Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III. Candidates seeking 10th-pass opportunities therefore have the largest vacancy pool in this recruitment.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

The official notification states that the crucial date for determining eligibility regarding essential qualification, age and experience is 19 October 2026. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

PGIMER Chandigarh Vacancy 2026

Vacancies at PGIMER Chandigarh

PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur Vacancy 2026

Pages 2 and 3 of the official notification confirm 57 vacancies at PGIMER Chandigarh and 3 at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, giving a grand total of 60 posts. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Post-wise Qualification

Medical Officer

• A medical qualification included in Schedule I or II or Part II of the Third Schedule to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, subject to the applicable statutory conditions.
• Candidate must be registered with the State Medical Council.
• Should have special training in Family Planning and Educational Methods.
• Preference is given to candidates possessing a postgraduate degree or diploma in the concerned speciality.

Computer Programmer

Candidates must satisfy one of the prescribed qualification/experience combinations:

• Master's Degree in Statistics / Mathematics with Statistics / Operations Research / Physics; OR
• Degree in Engineering / Computer Science from a recognised university or equivalent, with 1 year experience of actual programming on an electronic computer or in operation of an electronic computer; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics with Statistics / Physics / Statistics from a recognised university or equivalent, with 7 years experience in operation of an electronic computer including actual programming experience.

Pharmacist Grade-II

• Matriculation or equivalent from a recognised University/Board.
• Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution/board.
• Must be a registered pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

Desirable: Degree in Pharmacy and experience in dispensing/storage of drugs in a reputed hospital or pharmaceutical concern.

Library Attendant Grade-I

• Matriculation with Science.
• Diploma in Library Science.
• 1 year experience of handling books and journals in a library of repute.

Animal Attendant

• Matriculation or equivalent.
• Should be able to read and write in Hindi, English or Punjabi.
• Knowledge of cleaning and dusting.

Desirable: One year experience in a Civil or Military Hospital or three years' experience in a good household/organisation, supported by testimonials.

Barber

• Matriculation.
• At least 2 years experience in the trade.

Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III

• Matriculation or equivalent.
• Knowledge of sweeping, dusting and cleaning.

Desirable: One year's experience in sweeping, dusting and cleaning in a Civil/Military Hospital or in a Government Hospital/department.

The essential and desirable qualification requirements above are reproduced from the eligibility tables on pages 3-5 of the official recruitment notice. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Age is calculated as on 19 October 2026.

Major Age Relaxations

The notification also contains special relaxation provisions for eligible widows/divorced women, Jammu & Kashmir domiciles of the prescribed period, defence personnel disabled during hostilities and certain other categories. Candidates claiming relaxation must submit the appropriate supporting certificate. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

The fee must be paid through the online payment gateway using Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking. The notification specifically advises candidates to avoid payment through UPI. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Salary & Pay Scale

The post-wise Pay Levels and pay matrix ranges are listed in the official eligibility table. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

The selection procedure varies by post group.

Group A - Medical Officer

1. Computer Based Test - 85 marks
2. Interview - 15 marks
3. Document Scrutiny / Verification
4. Final Selection based on CBT + Interview merit
5. Medical Fitness / Appointment Formalities

Group B & Group C Posts

1. Computer Based Test - 100 marks
2. Shortlisting / Scrutiny of Applications
3. Skill Test, only where prescribed by the applicable recruitment rules
4. Document Verification
5. Final Selection on CBT Merit, subject to eligibility and applicable qualifying stages
6. Medical Fitness / Appointment Formalities

The official notification states that final selection for Group B and C posts is based on CBT marks after verification of eligibility, whereas Group A selection is based on the combined marks of CBT and interview. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Exam Pattern

The Computer Based Test will be conducted in English language only. Each question carries one mark.

The CBT scheme, duration and negative-marking rule are specified on page 14 of the official notification. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}

PGIMER CBT Minimum Qualifying Marks 2026

For Group A recruitment, the notification states that the prescribed qualifying criteria apply separately to the CBT and interview stages. Candidates must therefore satisfy the applicable requirement at each relevant stage.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Syllabus

The official notification states that the online CBT syllabus will be in accordance with the prescribed educational qualification, professional course and experience mentioned in the recruitment rules for the respective post. It may include questions on subjects/topics directly related to the concerned post.

Therefore, candidates should prepare according to their individual post rather than expecting one common syllabus for all seven positions.

The notification does not provide a separate detailed chapter-wise syllabus for every advertised post; it links the CBT syllabus to the prescribed qualification, professional course and experience. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Shortlisting Rules

After the CBT, candidates securing the prescribed qualifying marks are shortlisted category-wise according to vacancy and recruitment-rule requirements.

• For posts where no skill test is prescribed, candidates may be shortlisted in the ratio of approximately 3 times the number of advertised vacancies, including ties.
• For posts where a skill test is prescribed, candidates may be shortlisted up to approximately 5 times the number of vacancies, including ties.
• Shortlisted applications are then scrutinised along with uploaded documents.

These shortlisting provisions are described on pages 14-16 of the official notification. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Tie-Breaking Rules

If more than one candidate secures the same aggregate marks, the official notification provides the following tie-breaking sequence:

1. Candidate with fewer wrong answers / fewer negative marks in the objective examination is placed higher.
2. If the tie remains, the candidate who is older in age is placed higher.
3. If still tied, higher percentage in the qualifying examination prescribed for eligibility is considered.
4. If still unresolved, higher percentage in Matriculation/10th standard is considered.

The tie-resolution rules appear on page 18 of the notification. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Examination Centres

The notification lists the following cities where the CBT is likely to be held:

PGIMER states that the centre selected in the application will generally not be changed. The Institute may allot another nearby centre depending on availability and administrative requirements. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Documents Required for PGIMER Recruitment 2026

Candidates must upload legible scanned copies of the supporting documents applicable to them. Important documents include:

• Matriculation/10th certificate for date of birth.
• Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets.
• Professional/Diploma/registration certificate applicable to the post.
• Experience certificate where experience is an essential condition.
• SC/ST certificate, if applicable.
• OBC-NCL certificate and prescribed declaration, if applicable.
• EWS Income & Asset Certificate, if applicable.
• PwBD certificate, where applicable.
• No Objection Certificate for candidates currently employed where required.
• Age-relaxation/service certificate where applicable.
• Recent photograph and signature.
• Other supporting documents relevant to the eligibility claim.

The candidate's eligibility will initially be considered on the basis of information entered in the online form and uploaded documents. Original documents must be produced when called for verification. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Photograph Requirements

The notification contains specific instructions for the uploaded photograph:

• Recent passport-size colour photograph.
• Light background.
• JPEG format.
• Image size approximately 50 KB to 80 KB.
• Photograph must have been taken on or after 1 June 2026.
• The candidate's name and date of photograph must be printed/indicated on the photograph.
• Candidate should not wear a cap or goggles; spectacles are permitted.

The photograph instructions and example are shown on pages 20-21 of the official notification. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

How to Apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026

1. Open the official PGIMER recruitment application portal.
2. Read Advertisement No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 and verify post-specific eligibility.
3. Complete online registration using a valid personal email ID and active mobile number.
4. Login using the generated User ID/password or registration credentials.
5. Select the post for which you are eligible.
6. Enter personal, educational, category and experience details carefully.
7. Upload the photograph, signature and all required certificates/documents.
8. Review each section before proceeding to the next stage.
9. Pay the applicable application fee through the online payment gateway.
10. Submit the form before 19 October 2026.
11. Download and print the completed application form for future use.

If a candidate makes an error, the notification indicates that a fresh application may be submitted using a different mobile number/email ID, subject to the applicable conditions; the fee paid for an earlier erroneous application is not refunded or adjusted. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Document Verification

Provisionally selected/waitlisted candidates are required to produce original documents during verification. For Group A posts, candidates called for interview must bring original certificates. Documents can include educational certificates, category certificates, NOC, experience certificates and other eligibility evidence.

Failure to establish eligibility with original documentation can result in cancellation of candidature even if the candidate has qualified the CBT.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Applications are accepted in online mode only.
• Eligibility regarding qualification, age and experience is determined as on 19 October 2026.
• Computer Programmer has an age limit of 18-35 years; all other advertised posts have an 18-30 year limit before applicable relaxation.
• Medical Officer selection includes an interview carrying 15 marks.
• Group B and C candidates are selected on CBT merit after applicable eligibility/scrutiny stages.
• Each CBT question carries one mark and an incorrect answer attracts 0.25 negative marking.
• Candidates applying for multiple posts must pay the applicable fee separately for each post.
• PwBD candidates are exempt from application fee.
• PGIMER will publish recruitment updates on its official website; candidates should check it regularly.
• No individual information at every stage is guaranteed to be sent separately.
• Mobile phones and other electronic devices are prohibited in the examination centre.
• No TA is payable for attending the CBT/document verification under the stated recruitment conditions.
• Appointment is subject to verification of certificates, eligibility and medical fitness.
• Canvassing in any form will disqualify the applicant.

PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Important Links

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