PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: 60 Vacancies, Apply Online for Various Posts
PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released the recruitment notification for 60 various posts on a direct recruitment basis. The recruitment includes Group C posts at PGIMER Chandigarh and Group A, B and C posts at the PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab.
PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) |
| Advertisement No. | PGI/RC/2026/053/2192 |
| Recruitment Basis | Direct Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 60 Posts |
| Posts | Various Group A, B & C Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Starts | 3 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Chandigarh / Sangrur, Punjab |
| Official Website | www.pgimer.edu.in |
PGIMER Vacancy 2026
PGIMER has announced a total of 60 vacancies for different posts. The major vacancies include 54 Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III posts, along with Library Attendant Grade-I, Barber and Animal Attendant posts. The PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur also has vacancies for Medical Officer, Computer Programmer and Pharmacist Grade-II.
Post-Wise Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Group | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Officer | Group A | 1 |
| Computer Programmer | Group B | 1 |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | Group C | 1 |
| Library Attendant Grade-I | Group C | 1 |
| Animal Attendant | Group C | 1 |
| Barber | Group C | 1 |
| MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III | Group C | 54 |
| Total | 60 |
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification differs according to the post. Candidates should check the post-specific eligibility before applying.
- MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III: Matriculation or equivalent with prescribed duties-related requirements.
- Barber: Matriculation or equivalent with prescribed trade experience.
- Animal Attendant: Matriculation or equivalent with prescribed language and work-related requirements.
- Library Attendant Grade-I: Matriculation, Diploma in Library Science and required experience.
- Pharmacist Grade-II: Matriculation, Diploma in Pharmacy and registration as a pharmacist.
- Medical Officer: Prescribed medical qualification with State Medical Council registration.
- Computer Programmer: Relevant Bachelor’s/Master’s degree or engineering qualification with required programming experience.
Age Limit
The age limit varies according to the post:
- Most Group C posts: 18 to 30 years
- Computer Programmer: 18 to 35 years
- Medical Officer: 18 to 30 years
Age relaxation will be applicable as per the rules mentioned in the official notification.
Application Fee
The application fee prescribed in the recruitment details is:
- SC/ST: ₹800 + transaction charges
- PwD: No application fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹1,500 + transaction charges
PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process will be conducted according to the recruitment rules applicable to the respective posts. Depending on the post, candidates may have to appear for a Written Examination/Computer Based Test and/or other prescribed stages.
Exam Pattern
| Group/Post | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group A – Medical Officer | 85 | 85 | 85 Minutes |
| Group B & C | 100 | 100 | 100 Minutes |
PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Salary
The salary is based on the 7th Central Pay Commission Pay Matrix. The post-wise pay scale ranges from ₹18,000 to ₹1,77,500 per month, depending on the post and pay level.
Some post-wise pay scales are:
- Medical Officer: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Computer Programmer: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
- Pharmacist Grade-II: ₹29,200 – ₹92,300
- Library Attendant Grade-I: ₹21,700 – ₹69,100
- Animal Attendant/Barber/MTS: ₹18,000 – ₹56,900
How to Apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official PGIMER website by following these steps:
- Visit the official website of PGIMER.
- Go to the Recruitment section.
- Click on the online registration link.
- Complete the registration process.
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit the application form before 19 October 2026.
- Download and keep a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | 3 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 October 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
Important Links
Official Website: www.pgimer.edu.in
Online Application: The application link is active through the PGIMER recruitment portal.
