PGIMER Chandigarh has announced an online recruitment notification for 60 posts, which include Group A, B, and C positions. This notification provides 60 posts: 57 posts for PGIMER Chandigarh and 3 posts for the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur. Interested candidates can submit the application form online through the official website.
This is good news for 10th pass, diploma, and degree holders who want to get a government job. Eligible candidates can apply online from 03 September 2026 to 19 October 2026. This notification covers vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, salary, selection process, and the online application process.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Department | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 |
| Post Name | Library Attendant Grade-I, Barber, Multi-Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III |
| Total Vacancies | PGIMER Chandigarh: 57 Group C posts, PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur (Punjab): 3 posts (Group A, B & C) |
| Education Qualification | 10th, Diploma, Degree/PG Degree, or Medical Qualification |
| Salary | ₹18,000 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Job Location | PGIMER, Chandigarh; PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: 1,500, SC/ST: 800, PwBD: NIL |
| Official Website | www.pgimer.edu.in |
Important Dates
Notification Released: 01 September 2026
Online Application Starts: 03 September 2026
Application Form Last Date: 19 October 2026
Fee Payment Last Date: 19 October 2026
Total Vacancies
PGIMER Recruitment 2026 has allotted 60 vacancies: 57 for PGIMER Chandigarh and 3 for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur. MTS posts have the highest number of vacancies in this recruitment.
For PGIMER Chandigarh – 57 Posts
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies | PwBD Reservation |
| Library Attendant Grade-I | C | 01 (SC) | – |
| Animal Attendant | C | 01 (UR) | 01 (D, HH) |
| Barber | C | 01 (OBC) | – |
| Multi-Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | C | 54 (UR-28, ST-12, OBC-07, EWS-07) | 03 (B/LV, OL/CP/LC/Dw/AAV, D/HH) |
| Total | 57 |
For PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur – 3 Posts
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies | PwBD Reservation |
| Medical Officer | A | 01 (UR) | – |
| Computer Programmer | B | 01 (UR) | – |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | C | 01 (UR) | 01 (D, HH) |
| Total | 03 |
Please note: Candidates selected for Sangrur will be posted at the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur. They will not be recruited to posts in Chandigarh under PGIMER’s rules and regulations.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility Criteria
1. Library Attendant Grade-I
- Age: 18–30 years
- Educational Qualification: Matric with Science or Diploma in Library Science.
- One year of experience in handling books and journals in a library.
2. MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III
- Age: 18–30 years.
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation.
- Work: Knowledge of sweeping, dusting and cleaning.
3. Animal Attendant
- Age: 18–30 years
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation in Hindi/English/Punjabi & knowledge of speaking, writing, and reading.
- Knowledge of Cleaning & dusting.
4. Barber
- Age: 18–30 years
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience in the barber field.
5. Computer Programmer
Age: 18–35 years
- Educational Qualification: Master’s degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Operation Research/Physics or Engineering/Computer Science.
- Work Experience: Minimum one year of experience in programming/computer operation.
- Bachelor’s degree in Maths/Physics/Statistics and 7 years of experience.
6. Pharmacist Grade-II
- Age: 18–30 years
- Educational Qualification: Matriculation Diploma in Pharmacy.
- Candidate must be a registered Pharmacist (Pharmacy Act 1948).
- Relevant experience in Pharmacy.
- Also, a degree in Pharmacy.
7. Medical Officer
- Age: 18–30 years
- Educational Qualification: Diploma/Degree under the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, in the State Medical Council.
- Must have special training in Family Planning & Education.
- Postgraduate degree and diploma.
Age Relaxation
SC/ST: 5 Years
OBC: 3 Years
PwBD: 10 years
PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years
PwBD + OBC: 13 years
Permanent PGIMER Employees: 10 years
Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Widows / Divorced Women / Judicially Separated (not remarried): Unreserved – 35 years OBC – 38 years SC/ST – 40 years
Important: Candidates applying for the Unreserved (UR) post will not be provided any age relaxation.
Selection Process
PGIMER selection process comprises 2 stages: CBT (Computer Based Test) and interview. The candidate will have to take a CBT exam for Group C posts, and no interviews will be conducted. The CBT, number of questions, and the time duration are in the table below.
| Group | Post Name | Selection Process |
| Group A | Medical Officer | CBT (Computer Based Test) + Interview |
| Group B | Computer Programmer | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group C | Pharmacist Grade-II | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group C | Library Attendant Grade-I | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group C | Animal Attendant | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group C | Barber | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group C | Multi-Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Group | CBT | Interview | Total Marks |
| Group A – Medical Officer | 85 MCQs, 85 minutes, 85 marks | 15 marks | 100 |
| Group B – Computer Programmer | 100 MCQs, 100 minutes, 100 marks | No | 100 |
| Group C – Pharmacist, Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Barber, MTS | 100 MCQs, 100 minutes, 100 marks | No | 100 |
- Language: English
- Group A: 85 MCQs, 85 minutes
- Group B & C: 100 MCQs, 100 minutes
- Objective-type (MCQs) questions will be asked in the exam.
- 1 mark for a correct answer.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks: For General/EWS 40% and SC/ST/OBC 35%
- Interview criteria are not included for Group B & C posts.
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Salary Details
Selected candidates will receive salaries as per the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC) Pay Matrix. The starting salary ranges from ₹18,000 – ₹1,77,500 varying by post.
Medical Officer, Level-10: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
Computer Programmer, Level-7: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Pharmacist Grade-II, Level-5: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
Library Attendant Grade-I, Level-3: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
Animal Attendant, Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
Barber, Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III, Level-1: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
Examination Centres
PGIMER has provided the list of examination centres on its official website. Candidates can choose their examination center according to their preferred state. Once an exam center is selected in the application form, it cannot be changed.
Amritsar, Bengaluru, Bhopal, Chandigarh/Mohali, Dehradun, Delhi/NCR, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jammu, Kolkata, Lucknow, Patna and Shimla.
Important Documents
- Educational qualification certificates
- Matric certificates/marksheets
- Matric date of birth proof
- SC/ST/OBC/PwBD certificate (If required)
- Experience certificate (If required)
- NOC from present employer (If applicable)
- Photograph and signature
Application Fee
According to the PGIMER recruitment notification, candidates will pay application fees based on their category. Candidates in the PwBD category are not required to pay any fees.
| Post | Application Fee |
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹1,500 + Transaction charges |
| SC/ST | ₹800 + Transaction charges |
| PwBD | Fee exempted |
Payment Mode: The candidate should make payment via debit card, credit card, or net banking, avoiding UPI as per the prescribed notification.
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Apply Link
| Official Website | Click here |
| Official Notification | Click here |
| Application Status | The job is closed. Last Date: 19 October 2026 |
How To Apply Online
- Visit the official website: www.pgimer.edu.in
- Click the “Apply Online” link in the website’s recruitment section.
- Register with mobile no and email ID.
- Fill in all the required details carefully such as name, educational qualifications, and work experience (if applicable).
- Upload a passport-size photograph (50-80 KB, JPEG) and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee via online banking, debit card, or UPI.
- Submit the application form and download it for future reference.
Note: Candidates must fill out the application form carefully. Once the form is submitted, corrections cannot be made. After the application fee is paid, it will not be refunded.
Disclaimer
Candidates should keep in mind that this article provides information based on the official notification (Advertisement No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192). Before applying, be sure to check the official notification. If any changes are made to the notification, the official notification will be considered final.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available for PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026?
PGIMER has released 60 vacancies for various posts: Group A, Group B, Group C.
2. What is the educational qualification?
Candidates must have passed 10th, Diploma, Degree/PG Degree, or prescribed Medical Educational Qualification, with experience (If applicable).
3. What is the last date?
The last date to apply for PGIMER Recruitment 2026 is 19 October 2026.
4. What is the selection process for PGIMER Recruitment?
The selection process is based on a Computer-Based Test (CBT). For the Medical Officer: Candidates will have to clear a CBT + interview.
5. What is the application fee?
The application fee for General/OBC/EWS: ₹1500 and SC/ST: ₹800 with applicable charges.
6. Will the interview be conducted?
The interview will be conducted only for Group A (Medical Officer). There is a CBT for Group B & C posts.
Important Instructions
- Application forms will be accepted only online; offline submissions will be rejected.
- Candidates can apply for multiple posts, but they must pay a separate fee for each post.
- Candidates must note that selection will not be based on filling out the application form; they must first qualify in the examination and meet the eligibility criteria.
- Roll numbers and admit cards will be available at www.pgimer.edu.in. For the latest updates, candidates should regularly check the official website.
