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Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has announced Direct Recruitment for Medical Officer, Computer Programmer, Pharmacist Grade-II, Library Attendant Grade-I, Animal Attendant, Barber and Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III posts for total 60 posts. Candidates who want to apply for these posts can submit their online application form from 03/09/2026 to 19/10/2026, if you meet all the required eligibility criteria. For complete details such as eligibility, age limit, selection process, salary, and application steps, candidates must read the full notification carefully.
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Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
PGIMER Group A, B & C Posts Recruitment 2026
Advt No.: PGI/RC/053/2026/2192
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 03/09/2026
- Last Date To Apply: 19/10/2026
- Last Date Of Fee Payment: 19/10/2026
- Form Correction Date: N/A
- Admit Card Date: Before exam
- Exam Date: Notify soon
Application Fees
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹1500/-
- SC / ST: ₹800/-
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): Exempted, No Fee
- Payment Mode: Online through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking only (UPI not accepted)
Age Limit
Age As On Date: 19/10/2026
- Min Age: Post-Wise (See Eligibility Table Below)
- Max Age: Post-Wise (See Eligibility Table Below)
- Age relaxation extra is applicable as per the rules of “PGIMER Chandigarh Group A, B & C Posts Recruitment 2026”
Age Relaxation
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 Years |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) | 10 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group A & B posts) | 5 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group C posts) | Up to 40 / 43 / 45 Years (Gen / OBC / SC-ST) |
| Permanent Employees of PGIMER Chandigarh | 10 Years (max age at least 2 years less than retirement age) |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group A & B posts) | 5 Years |
| Widows / Divorced / Judicially Separated Women (not remarried) | Up to 35 / 38 / 40 Years (Gen / OBC / SC-ST) |
| Domiciled in Jammu & Kashmir | 5 / 8 / 10 Years (Gen / OBC / SC-ST) |
Vacancy Details
Total Posts: 60
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 32 |
| OBC | 8 |
| SC | 1 |
| ST | 12 |
| EWS | 7 |
| Total | 60 |
Eligibility Details
| Post Name | Qualification & Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Recognised MBBS or equivalent medical degree registered with the State Medical Council; must have training in Family Planning. PG degree/diploma in the concerned specialty preferred. | 18 – 30 Years |
| Computer Programmer | Master’s degree in Statistics/Maths/Operation Research/Physics or an Engineering/Computer Science degree with 1 year programming experience; OR Bachelor’s in Maths/Physics/Statistics with 7 years computer operation experience. | 18 – 35 Years |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | Matriculation + Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution; must be registered as a Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. | 18 – 30 Years |
| Library Attendant Grade-I | Matric with Science + Diploma in Library Science + 1 year experience of handling books/journals in a library. | 18 – 30 Years |
| Animal Attendant | Matriculation or equivalent; ability to read/write Hindi, English or Punjabi; practical knowledge of cleaning and dusting. | 18 – 30 Years |
| Barber | Matriculation + at least 2 years of experience in the barber trade. | 18 – 30 Years |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | Matriculation or equivalent; knowledge of sweeping, dusting and cleaning. | 18 – 30 Years |
Post & Category Wise Vacancy Distribution
| Post Name | Group | Location | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | A | Sangrur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Computer Programmer | B | Sangrur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | C | Sangrur | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Library Attendant Grade-I | C | Chandigarh | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Animal Attendant | C | Chandigarh | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Barber | C | Chandigarh | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | C | Chandigarh | 28 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 7 | 54 |
| Grand Total | 32 | 8 | 1 | 12 | 7 | 60 |
PGIMER Group A, B & C Posts 2026: Salary Details
| Post Name | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Salary Scale |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III | Level-1 | ₹18,000 – ₹56,900 |
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PGIMER Group A, B & C Posts 2026: Selection Procedure & Exam Pattern
Selection for all posts is done through a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification. Medical Officer post also has an interview after the CBT.
Scheme of CBT Examination
- CBT will be held in English language only.
- Questions will be Multiple Choice (objective type), each carrying 1 mark.
- 0.25 marks will be deducted for every wrong answer.
| Post Group | No. of MCQs | Duration | CBT Marks | Interview Marks | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group A (Medical Officer) | 85 | 85 Minutes | 85 | 15 | 100 |
| Group B & C (All Other Posts) | 100 | 100 Minutes | 100 | None | 100 |
Minimum Qualifying Marks
- General / EWS Candidates: 40% Marks
- SC / ST / OBC Candidates: 35% Marks
- PwBD Candidates: Same as their respective caste category (Gen/SC/ST/OBC)
- Reserved Category Candidates Applying Against UR Posts: 40% Marks
Shortlisting for Document Verification
- Posts without a skill test: 3 times the advertised vacancies (plus ties) will be called for document verification.
- Posts with a skill test: 5 times the advertised vacancies (plus ties) will be called for document verification.
Tie-Breaking Rules
- Candidate with fewer wrong answers in CBT is placed higher.
- Older age candidate (earlier date of birth) is placed higher.
- Higher marks percentage in 10+2 (Intermediate) examination.
- Higher marks percentage in Matriculation (10th) examination.
PGIMER Group A, B & C Posts Recruitment 2026: Important Questions
How many total posts are there in this PGIMER Chandigarh recruitment 2026?
PGIMER Chandigarh has released 60 posts under Advt No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192, covering Medical Officer, Computer Programmer, Pharmacist Grade-II, Library Attendant Grade-I, Animal Attendant, Barber and Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III at PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab.
What is the last date to apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Group C posts?
The online application form can be submitted from 03/09/2026 to 19/10/2026. Candidates must also pay the application fee and complete the eligibility check before this closing date, as no extension has been mentioned in the notification.
How much application fee do General category candidates need to pay?
General, OBC and EWS candidates need to pay ₹1500/- plus transaction charges. SC/ST candidates pay ₹800/- plus transaction charges. PwBD candidates are fully exempted from the fee. Payment can be made online through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking only.
What is the age limit for Computer Programmer post at PGI Satellite Centre Sangrur?
Candidates applying for Computer Programmer at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur must be between 18 and 35 years old as on the closing date, 19/10/2026. Other posts in this recruitment mostly have an upper age limit of 30 years, so check the eligibility table carefully.
Is there a written exam for PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026?
Yes, selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) in English only, with objective MCQs and 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer. Medical Officer posts also carry a 15-mark interview after the CBT; other posts have no interview.
Is any physical test required for these posts?
No. The notification does not prescribe any Physical Standard Test (height, chest measurement) or Physical Efficiency Test (running, endurance) for Medical Officer, Computer Programmer, or any of the Group C posts under this recruitment.
What is the minimum qualifying percentage in the CBT?
General and EWS candidates need at least 40% marks to qualify, while SC, ST and OBC candidates need 35%. Reserved category candidates applying against unreserved posts must also score at least 40% to be considered.
How are candidates shortlisted for document verification?
Qualified candidates are shortlisted in merit order at 3 times the advertised vacancies for posts without a skill test, and 5 times for posts with a skill test, including reserved candidates scoring above the UR cut-off, plus any tied candidates.