PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Group A, B & C Posts

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has issued an official recruitment advertisement (Advt. No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192) inviting online applications from eligible Indian citizens on a Direct Recruitment basis. The recruitment drive is being conducted to fill 60 vacancies, comprising 57 Group ‘C’ posts for PGIMER Chandigarh and 03 Group ‘A’, ‘B’, & ‘C’ posts for PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur (Punjab).

Feature

Details
Recruitment Body Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh
Advertisement Number PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 (Dated 01.09.2026)
Total Vacancies 60 Posts (57 at PGIMER Chandigarh + 03 at Sangrur Satellite Centre)
Classification Group A, Group B, and Group C
Mode of Application Online Only
Selection Mode  Computer Based Test (CBT) + Interview (Group A only)
Official Portal pgimer.edu.in

Important Dates
Event / Activity Dates
Notification Issue Date 01/09/2026
Opening Date for Online Registration 03/09/2026
Closing Date for Online Application & Fee Payment 19/10/2026
Crucial Date for Age & Eligibility Determination 19/10/2026
Admit Card Availability Approximately 1 week before the CBT exam
CBT Exam Date To be notified on PGIMER website

PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: Age Limit and Age Relaxations
Age Limit Age Relaxations

Computer Programmer

  • Minimum Age : 18 Years
  • Maximum Age : 35 Years
  • SC / ST: 5 Years
  • OBC: 3 Years
  • PwBD (General): 10 Years
  • PwBD + OBC: 13 Years
  • PwBD + SC/ST: 15 Years

All Other Posts

  • Minimum Age : 18 Years
  • Maximum Age : 30 Years

PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: Application Fee & Salary
Application Fee Salary
  • General / OBC / EWS Category: Rs. 1,500/-
  • SC / ST Category: Rs. 800/-
  • PwBD Candidates: Nill
  • Payment Mode: Online Gateway via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
  • Medical Officer: Level-10 (Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500/-)
  • Computer Programmer: Level-7 (Rs. 44,900 – Rs. 1,42,400/-)
  • Pharmacist Grade-II: Level-5 (Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300/-)
  • Library Attendant Grade-I: Level-3 (Rs. 21,700 – Rs. 69,100/-)
  • Animal Attendant / Barber / MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III: Level-1 (Rs. 18,000 – Rs. 56,900/-)

Chandigarh PGI Group A, B, C Posts: Selection Process
  • Online Computer Based Test (CBT)
  • Skill Test (if applicable)
  • Interview (Group ‘A’ Medical Officer Only)
  • Document Scrutiny & Physical Verification

PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: Qualification
Post Name Group Qualification & Experience

Medical Officer

Post-01

 A
  • Medical qualification included in I/II Schedule or Part II of the 3rd Schedule to the IMC Act, 1956.
  • Registered with State Medical Council.
  • Special training in Family Planning & Educational methods (PG degree/diploma preferred)

Computer Programmer

Post-01

 B
  • Master’s degree in Statistics / Mathematics (with Stats) / Operation Research / Physics OR Degree in Computer Science / Engineering + 1 year relevant programming/operation experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Maths / Physics / Stats + 7 years of relevant computer programming/operation experience.

Pharmacist Grade-II

Post-01

 C
  • Matriculation or equivalent.
  • Diploma in Pharmacy.
  • Must be a registered Pharmacist under the Pharmacy Act, 1948.

Library Attendant Grade-I

Poat-01

 C
  • Matriculation with Science.
  • Diploma in Library Science.
  • 1 year of experience handling books and journals in a library of repute.

Animal Attendant

Poat-01

 C
  • Matriculation or equivalent.
  • Ability to read and write Hindi/English/Punjabi with knowledge of cleaning and dusting.

Barber

Poat-01

 C
  • Matriculation with at least 2 years’ experience in the trade.

MTS (Sanitation) Grade-III

Poat-54

 C
  • Matriculation or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of sweeping, dusting, and cleaning.

How to Apply for PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026

  • Visit the PGIMER recruitment section at pgimer.edu.in.
  • Click on the recruitment notice for Advt. No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 and select Online Registration.
  • Fill in primary registration details: Name, DOB, active mobile number, and email ID.
  • Log in using your generated User ID and Password.
  • Complete the step-by-step application form: personal details, educational qualifications, and work experience.
  • Upload the specified photograph (with name and date), signature, and required certificates.
  • Choose your preferred examination city from the 13 available centres.
  • Pay the application fee via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking and submit the form.
  • Download and print the submitted application confirmation page for documentation.

Links

Direct Application Link

Click Here

Notification Link

Click Here

PGIMER Official Website

Click Here

FAQ

Q1. What is the last date to submit the PGIMER recruitment form?

19th October 2026.

Q2. Are there any interview rounds for MTS, Barber, or Pharmacist posts?

No. In accordance with Central Government guidelines, interview rounds have been discontinued for Group ‘B’ and Group ‘C’ posts. Selection is based purely on merit in the Computer Based Test (CBT).

Q3. What are the specific rules for the uploaded photograph?

The photograph must be in color with a light background (50–80 KB), taken on or after 01.06.2026, and must clearly show the candidate’s name and the date of taking the photograph printed at the bottom.

PGIMER Chandigarh Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 60 Group A, B & C Posts