Govt Nurse and Nursing Officer Jobs 2026
Staff nurse, nursing officer, ANM and GNM vacancies in government hospitals, AIIMS and health departments. A recruitment is listed here when the post appears in its title or vacancy details. Always read the post-wise eligibility in the notification.
- 12 open now
- 4 closing within 7 days
- Last updated 28 Oct 2026
Results
- District Medical and Health Officer, Rajanna Sircilla
Rajanna Sircilla NHM Various Posts Recruitment 2026
- DMHO Mahabubabad
DMHO Mahabubabad NHM Contract Posts Recruitment 2026
- Sainik School Kodagu (Karnataka)
Sainik School Kodagu Recruitment 2026
- Sainik School Kunjpura, Karnal (Haryana)
Sainik School Kunjpura Staff Recruitment 2026
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Government Nurse Jobs: Eligibility, Pay and Selection
At a Glance
- Usual qualification
- B.Sc. Nursing or GNM, with nursing council registration
- Central pay level
- Level 7 for nursing officers in AIIMS and central hospitals
- Main recruiters
- AIIMS (NORCET), ESIC, state health departments, railway and defence hospitals
Routes into Government Nursing
AIIMS institutes recruit nursing officers through the common NORCET exam. Central hospitals, ESIC and the railways recruit separately, and every state has its own staff nurse recruitment, often through a medical services board. The National Health Mission adds many contractual posts at district level.
Registration with the state nursing council is required for nearly every post, so keep it current.
Main Recruiters
| Recruiter | Post | Qualification | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIIMS (NORCET) | Nursing Officer | B.Sc. Nursing, or GNM with experience | Level 7 |
| ESIC and central hospitals | Nursing Officer / Staff Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing or GNM | Level 7 in many central hospitals |
| State health departments | Staff Nurse | B.Sc. Nursing or GNM | State pay rules |
| National Health Mission | Staff Nurse, ANM, Community Health Officer | GNM, B.Sc. Nursing or ANM | Contract remuneration |
Preparing for Nursing Exams
Nursing exams test your professional subjects, from medical-surgical nursing to community health, along with general aptitude. Previous NORCET and state papers are the best guide to the level. Keep your council registration valid and your internship or experience certificates ready, since document checks follow quickly.
Age Limit and Applying for Nurse Jobs
There is no single age limit for nurse posts: each notification sets the minimum and maximum age for its own posts, the date on which age is counted and the documents to upload. Central government recruitment covers the standard age relaxations, the documents most recruiters ask for and how the online application works; state recruiters set their own relaxations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is experience required for staff nurse posts?
Many posts do not need experience, but some central institutes ask for experience in a hospital of a set size. The notification states the requirement.
Can GNM holders apply for AIIMS nursing officer posts?
Yes, NORCET has accepted GNM holders with a set period of experience, along with B.Sc. Nursing graduates. Check the current notice for the exact condition.
Is there a written exam for staff nurse posts?
Most regular staff nurse recruitment has a written exam. Some contract posts are filled on merit or by interview.