The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has released a new recruitment notification No.PGI/RC/050/2025/2455 to recruit 59 vacancies for various Group ‘A’, ‘B’, and ‘C’ posts on a direct recruitment basis. Of these, 55 positions are for PGIMER Chandigarh, while 4 are designated for the PGI Satellite Centre in Sangrur, Punjab. Interested and eligible Indian citizens can submit their applications online through the official PGIMER website from January 1 to February 16, 2026.
PGIMER Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Organization | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Advt. No. | PGI/RC/050/2025/2455 |
| Total Vacancies | 59 Posts |
| Post Groups | Group ‘A’, ‘B’, & ‘C’ |
| Job Location | Chandigarh and Sangrur (Punjab) |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Official Website | https://pgimer.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | December 30, 2025 |
| Online Registration Starts | January 1, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | February 16, 2026 |
| Closing Date for Fee Payment | February 16, 2026 |
| Exam Date (CBT) | To be announced |
Vacancy Details
PGIMER invites applications for a total of 59 positions across two locations. This recruitment includes 55 Group A, B, and C roles for the main Chandigarh institute and 4 Group C roles specifically for the Satellite Centre in Sangrur.
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
| Post Name | Total Vacancies | Location |
| Blood Transfusion Officer | 01 | Chandigarh |
| Store Keeper | 06 | Chandigarh |
| Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Horticulture/RAC) | 07 | Chandigarh |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | 02 | Chandigarh |
| Receptionist / Sanitary Inspector Grade-II | 06 | Chandigarh |
| Technician Grade-I (Laundry) | 11 | Chandigarh |
| Security Guard Grade-II | 06 | Chandigarh |
| Laboratory Attendant Grade-II | 02 | Sangrur |
| CSR Assistant Grade-II | 01 (Sangrur) + 04 (Chandigarh) | Both |
| Other Technical & Support Posts | 13 | Various |
Educational Qualification & Salary
Qualifications vary significantly by post, ranging from Matriculation with experience to advanced Medical or Engineering degrees.
| Post Name | Essential Qualification | Pay Level (7th CPC) |
| Blood Transfusion Officer | Recognized Medical Qualification + 5 years experience | Level-11 (₹67,700-2,08,700) |
| Store Keeper | Bachelor’s Degree (Maths/Econ/Comm/Stats) + MBA/Postgrad | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| Junior Engineer | Degree or 3-year Diploma in respective branch | Level-6 (₹35,400-1,12,400) |
| Pharmacist Grade-II | Matric + Diploma in Pharmacy + Registered Pharmacist | Level-5 (₹29,200-92,300) |
| Security Guard Gr-II | Matriculation + Physical Standards | Level-1 (₹18,000-56,900) |
Age Limit (as of 16.02.2026)
Group ‘A’ Post (BTO): 18 to 35 years.
Other Groups (‘B’ & ‘C’): 18 to 30 years.
Age Relaxation: Upper age limit is relaxable for reserved categories: SC/ST (5 years), OBC (3 years), PwBD (10 years), and others as per Government of India rules.
Selection Process
The selection involves multiple stages to ensure merit-based hiring:
Computer-Based Test (CBT): An objective exam in English carrying 85 marks for Group A and 100 marks for Groups B & C.
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer.
Skill/Physical Test: Required only for specific posts like Staff Car Driver and Security Guard.
Interview: Conducted only for Group ‘A’ posts (15 marks).
Document Verification: Scrutiny of original documents for shortlisted candidates.
Medical Examination: Final candidates must meet prescribed health standards.
Application Fee
Fees must be paid through an online payment gateway (Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking).
PwBD: Exempted from payment.
SC/ST: ₹800/- + Transaction Charges.
General/OBC/EWS: ₹1500/- + Transaction Charges.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must follow these steps to apply:
Step 1: Visit the official PGIMER website at www.pgimer.edu.in.
Step 2: Click on the “Recruitment” link on the Home Page.
Step 3: Perform Online Registration with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 4: Log in as a registered user and fill out the section-wise application form.
Step 5: Upload a recent color photograph (taken on or after 01.10.2025) indicating your name and date of the photo.
Step 6: Upload legible scanned copies of certificates for education, age, and category.
Step 7: Pay the application fee online through the integrated gateway.
Step 8: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Official Links
| PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Link | Click Here |
