PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 – 60 Group A, B & C Posts
- Last Date
- 19 Oct 2026
- Total Posts
- 60
- Apply Mode
- Online
- Job Type
- Regular (Direct Recruitment)
PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 – 60 Group A, B & C Posts
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has invited online applications for 57 posts of Group ‘C’ for PGIMER, Chandigarh and 3 posts of Group ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab, on direct recruitment basis. This article covers the vacancy details, eligibility, examination pattern and how to apply.
PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 – Overview
Post-wise Vacancy Details – PGIMER, Chandigarh
| Post | Group | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Library Attendant Grade-I | C | 1 |
| Animal Attendant | C | 1 |
| Barber | C | 1 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | C | 54 |
| Total | – | 57 |
Post-wise Vacancy Details – PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab
| Post | Group | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | A | 1 |
| Computer Programmer | B | 1 |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | C | 1 |
| Total | – | 3 |
Candidates selected for the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur posts will be posted there by the competent authority and will not have any claim/right for posts at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
Post-wise Qualification & Age Limit
| Post | Pay Level | Age Limit | Essential Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Level-10 | 18-30 years | Recognized MBBS qualification registered with a State Medical Council; special training in Family Planning & Educational methods |
| Computer Programmer | Level-7 | 18-35 years | Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Operation Research/Physics or Engineering/Computer Science, with 1 year programming experience (or Bachelor’s with 7 years’ computer operation experience) |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | Level-5 | 18-30 years | Matriculation + Diploma in Pharmacy, registered Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948 |
| Library Attendant Grade-I | Level-3 | 18-30 years | Matric with Science + Diploma in Library Science + 1 year library experience |
| Animal Attendant | Level-1 | 18-30 years | Matriculation + ability to read/write Hindi/English/Punjabi + knowledge of cleaning & dusting |
| Barber | Level-1 | 18-30 years | Matriculation + at least 2 years’ experience in the line |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | Level-1 | 18-30 years | Matriculation + knowledge of sweeping, dusting and cleaning |
Application Fee
Fee is payable through the online payment gateway using Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking; payment through UPI may be avoided.
Age Relaxation
No age relaxation is available to reserved category candidates applying for an unreserved vacancy. Upper age limit is determined as on 19.10.2026, the last date for submission of online applications.
Scheme of Examination (Computer Based Test)
| Group | No. of MCQs | Duration | Marks | Interview | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group ‘A’ | 85 | 85 minutes | 85 | 15 | 100 |
| Group ‘B’ & ‘C’ | 100 | 100 minutes | 100 | — | 100 |
Minimum qualifying marks are 40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC categories. There will be negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. The CBT will be held in English only, on an all-India basis. For Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ (Non-Gazetted) posts, no interview is conducted; selection is purely on CBT merit.
Selection Process
- Online Computer Based Test (CBT) for all shortlisted candidates.
- Shortlisting: 3 times the number of posts (plus ties) for posts without a skill test, and 5 times the number of posts (plus ties) for posts with a skill test prescribed.
- Scrutiny of applications and documents of shortlisted candidates against recruitment rules.
- Interview (Group ‘A’ posts only, 15 marks).
- Provisional result (selected/waitlisted) based on merit in CBT (and interview for Group ‘A’).
- Document verification with originals.
- Final selection based on merit in CBT (Group ‘B’ & ‘C’) or CBT + Interview (Group ‘A’).
How to Apply
- Visit the PGIMER website, www.pgimer.edu.in, and click on the Recruitment link on the Home Page.
- Register online and fill in the Registration Form, ensuring no column is left blank.
- Complete the online Application Form and pay the prescribed fee, if applicable, through the online payment gateway.
- Choose the city of examination carefully, as it will be allotted on a first-come-first-serve basis and cannot be changed later.
- Submit the application on or before 19 October 2026.
Important Terms and Conditions
- Candidature is purely provisional at all stages of the recruitment process; ineligible candidates will be cancelled at any stage without notice.
- All updates, including CBT notices, results, eligibility notices and interview schedules, will be announced only on PGIMER’s website; candidates will not be informed individually.
- Once submitted, entries in the application cannot be changed; incorrect entries may lead to rejection with no scope for correspondence.
- Candidates may apply for more than one post if eligible, but must pay the prescribed fee separately for each.
- 4% of vacancies in each group are reserved for Persons with Benchmark Disabilities, with horizontal reservation applicable.
About This Recruitment
PGIMER Chandigarh is one of India’s premier medical institutes, and this recruitment drive brings in 60 posts spanning Group ‘A’ medical and technical staff to Group ‘C’ support staff, both at its main Chandigarh campus and its satellite centre in Sangrur, Punjab. With 54 of the 57 Chandigarh posts being Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III alone, this notification is particularly significant for candidates with a Matriculation-level qualification seeking entry into a reputed central government medical institution.
Why the Selection Process Differs by Group
Since Group ‘A’ posts like Medical Officer carry higher responsibility and require specialized clinical judgment, the Government of India mandates an interview stage worth 15 marks in addition to the CBT for these posts. For Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ posts, however, the Government of India has dispensed with the interview altogether, meaning candidates for posts like Computer Programmer, Pharmacist, Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Barber and Multi Tasking Staff will be selected purely on their CBT performance, making thorough preparation for the objective-type Computer Based Test the single most important factor for these candidates.
Preparing for the Computer Based Test
Since the CBT for Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ posts carries 100 objective-type questions with negative marking of 0.25 marks per wrong answer, candidates should be careful about guessing and instead focus on attempting only those questions they are reasonably confident about. Given the sheer number of Multi Tasking Staff vacancies (54 out of 57 at Chandigarh alone), and the fact that shortlisting for posts without a skill test allows for only 3 times the vacancy count to advance, candidates should aim to clear the minimum qualifying percentage with a comfortable margin rather than just meeting the bare minimum, since competition among such a large number of applicants for a fixed answer-key based test can be intense.
PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur – A Distinct Set of Posts
Unlike the 57 Chandigarh vacancies, which are entirely Group ‘C’ and heavily weighted toward Multi Tasking Staff, the 3 posts for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur span all three groups – a Group ‘A’ Medical Officer, a Group ‘B’ Computer Programmer, and a Group ‘C’ Pharmacist. These posts were created by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare specifically for the Sangrur Satellite Centre, and candidates should note that selection for these posts commits them to serving at Sangrur, Punjab, rather than at the main Chandigarh campus, since the Ministry has made clear there is no automatic right to a Chandigarh posting from this recruitment.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many total posts are advertised by PGIMER Chandigarh?
60 posts – 57 for PGIMER, Chandigarh and 3 for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab.
2. What is the last date to apply?
19 October 2026.
3. What is the application fee?
Rs. 1,500/- for General/OBC/EWS, Rs. 800/- for SC/ST, and exempted for PwBD candidates, plus transaction charges.
4. Which post has the most vacancies?
Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III, with 54 posts at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
5. Is there an interview for all posts?
No, interview is conducted only for Group ‘A’ posts (Medical Officer); Group ‘B’ and ‘C’ posts are selected on CBT merit alone.
6. What is the age limit?
18-30 years for most posts, and 18-35 years for Computer Programmer, with relaxation as per category.
7. How should candidates apply?
Online only, through www.pgimer.edu.in.
8. What is the minimum qualifying percentage in the CBT?
40% for General/EWS and 35% for SC/ST/OBC categories.
9. Is there negative marking?
Yes, 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer.
10. Can a candidate apply for more than one post?
Yes, but the prescribed fee must be paid separately for each post applied for.
11. What documents are required at the document verification stage?
Printout of the online application, certificates and mark sheets of Matric, 10+2 and higher qualification, experience certificates, and a No Objection Certificate if currently employed in Government/Semi-Government service.
12. Where will PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur candidates be posted?
At PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab, with no claim to posts at PGIMER, Chandigarh.
13. Can the city of examination be changed after selection?
No, once chosen and allotted, the examination city cannot be changed.
14. What percentage of vacancies are reserved for PwBD candidates?
4% of vacancies in each group (A, B and C), with horizontal reservation.
15. What is the crucial date for determining age and qualification eligibility?
19 October 2026, the last date for submission of the online application.
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