Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released the official notification for recruitment to 59 Group A, Group B & Group C posts. Interested and eligible candidates can apply online through the official website from 01 January 2026 to 16 February 2026.
PGIMER Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Organization: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
- Advt. No.: PGI/RC/050/2025/2455
- Posts: Group A, Group B & Group C
- Total Vacancies: 59 (55 posts at PGIMER Chandigarh & 4 posts at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab)
- Job Location: Chandigarh & Sangrur, Punjab
- Application Mode: Online Only
- Official Website: pgimer.edu.in
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 30 December 2025 |
| Apply Online Starts | 01 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 16 February 2026 |
| Eligibility (Crucial) Date | 16 February 2026 |
Vacancy Details (Post Wise)
PGIMER, Chandigarh (55 Posts)
| Post Name | Group | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Transfusion Officer | A | 1 |
| Store Keeper | B | 6 |
| Junior Engineer (Civil) | B | 4 |
| Junior Engineer (Electrical) | B | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Refrigeration & AC) | B | 1 |
| Junior Engineer (Horticulture) | B | 1 |
| Pharmacist Grade‑II | B | 2 |
| Receptionist | B | 3 |
| Sanitary Inspector Grade‑II | B | 3 |
| Junior Photographer | B | 1 |
| Dental Mechanic Grade‑II | B | 1 |
| Hand Prosthesis Technician | B | 1 |
| Dark Room Assistant Grade‑III | C | 5 |
| Animal Keeper | C | 1 |
| CSR Assistant Grade‑II | C | 4 |
| Technician Grade‑IV | C | 2 |
| Staff Car Driver Ordinary Grade | C | 1 |
| Technician Grade‑I (Laundry) | C | 11 |
| Security Guard Grade‑II | C | 6 |
PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur (4 Posts)
| Post Name | Group | No. of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Attendant Grade‑II | C | 2 |
| CSR Assistant Grade‑II | C | 1 |
| Technician Grade‑IV | C | 1 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: 18–30 years for most posts, 18–35 years for Blood Transfusion Officer (as on 16 February 2026). Age relaxation as per rules.
- Educational Qualification: Varies by post: Matriculation, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., PG Diploma, MBA/PGDM, Degree/Post‑Graduate.
Salary Structure
- Pay levels as per 7th CPC Pay Matrix: Level‑11 to Level‑1 depending on post.
- Example: Blood Transfusion Officer – Level‑11 (₹67,700–2,08,700), Store Keeper & Junior Engineer – Level‑6 (₹35,400–1,12,400), Others – Level‑5 to Level‑1.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹1,500 + Transaction Charges |
| SC / ST | ₹800 + Transaction Charges |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Selection Process
- Group A: CBT + Interview
- Group B & C: CBT only
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks per wrong answer
- Skill/physical test where applicable
- Final selection based on merit & document verification
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official website pgimer.edu.in → Recruitment section
- Register with valid email & mobile
- Fill the online application & upload documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit & take a printout for reference
PGIMER Group A, Group B and C Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here to Apply
- Official Notification PDF: Download PDF
- Official Website: pgimer.edu.in
- Arattai Channel: Join Here
- ਟੈਲੀਗ੍ਰਾਮ ਚੈਨਲ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੋ: Telegram
- ਇੰਸਟਾਗ੍ਰਾਮ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੋ: Instagram
- ਵਟਸਐਪ ਚੈਨਲ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੋ: WhatsApp
- ਯੂਟਿਊਬ ਚੈਨਲ ਨਾਲ ਜੁੜੋ: YouTube
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Recruitment 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 16 February 2026.
Q: How many vacancies are available?
Ans: There are a total of 59 vacancies: 55 posts at PGIMER Chandigarh and 4 posts at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur.
Q: What is the age limit for these posts?
Ans: Age varies by post: 18–30 years for most posts and 18–35 years for Blood Transfusion Officer. Age as on 16 February 2026. Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.
Q: What is the application fee?
Ans: The application fee is ₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS, ₹800 for SC/ST, and exempted for PwBD candidates. Fee must be paid online.
Q: What is the selection process?
Ans: Group A posts: CBT + Interview; Group B & C posts: CBT only. Some posts may also have skill/physical tests. Final selection will be based on merit and document verification.
Q: What are the educational qualifications required?
Ans: Qualifications vary by post: from Matriculation, ITI, Diploma, B.Sc., PG Diploma, MBA/PGDM to Degree/Post-Graduate as per the official notification.
Q: How can I apply online?
Ans: Visit the official website pgimer.edu.in, register, fill the application form, upload documents, pay the fee, and submit the form. Take a printout for reference.
Q: Is there negative marking in the CBT?
Ans: Yes, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer in the Computer Based Test (CBT).
Q: Where will the job locations be?
Ans: The job locations are PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur (Punjab).
Q: Where can I download the official notification?
Ans: The official notification is available on the PGIMER website: pgimer.edu.in.