The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has officially approved the creation of over 400 nursing posts for the Government Medical College & Hospital (GMCH), Chandigarh, under two major projects:
✅ GMCH-32 (Main Campus)
✅ GMCH Sector-48 (South Campus + Trauma & Emergency Block)
This is a massive recruitment opportunity for nursing professionals looking for permanent government jobs with high pay and career growth.
📊 Total Nursing Posts Created: 400
| 🏷️ Post Title | 📌 Total Posts | 📈 Pay Level |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer / Staff Nurse | 215 | Level 7 |
| Senior Nursing Officer / Nursing Sister | 60 | Level 8 |
| Matron / Assistant Nursing Superintendent | 42 | Level 9 |
| Deputy Nursing Superintendent | 07 | Level 10 |
| Nursing Superintendent | 06 | Level 11 |
| Chief Nursing Officer | 01 | Level 12 |
| Assistant Nursing Superintendent (48 campus) | 06 | Level 9 |
| Senior Nursing Officer (48 campus) | 09 | Level 8 |
| Nursing Officer (48 campus) | 60 | Level 7 |
| Total | 400 | – |
🎓 Eligibility (Expected)
- For Nursing Officer:
- B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. / GNM with minimum 1 year of experience
- Registered with State/Indian Nursing Council
- For Higher Posts:
- Additional clinical experience, supervisory responsibilities, and qualification per post level
- Age Limit: Likely 18–35 years (relaxation as per government rules)
💰 Pay Scale Highlights
| 📌 Post | 💵 Pay Scale |
|---|---|
| Nursing Officer | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7) |
| Senior Posts | Up to Level 12 for Chief Nursing Officer |
📅 Recruitment Status
- ✅ Post Creation Approved by Ministry of Finance on 1st July 2025
- 📢 Recruitment Notification to be released soon by GMCH
- 📄 All posts to be filled on regular basis (not contractual) as per approved Recruitment Rules
📄 Official Reference
- PDF Document: Government approval for post creation
- File Number: A.11013/01/2023-H-11
- Issued By: Ministry of Finance (Department of Expenditure)
- Dated: 01 July 2025
📝 What Should You Do Now?
✅ Prepare all documents: Nursing degree, registration, experience certificates
✅ Stay updated on gmch.gov.in for official notification
✅ Start preparing for written exam (as GMCH usually conducts CBT)
📥 Quick Summary
📍 Organization: GMCH Chandigarh
📍 Total Nursing Posts: 400
📍 Posts: Nursing Officer to Chief Nursing Officer
📍 Salary: ₹44,900 – ₹2,00,000 (approx) depending on level
📍 Recruitment Status: Coming Soon
📍 Mode: Regular Appointment through CBT + Document Verification
🖊️ Conclusion
The approval of 400+ nursing posts at GMCH Chandigarh marks one of the largest government nursing recruitments of 2025. Stay alert for the official notification and apply early to secure your spot. This is your chance to serve at one of North India’s top healthcare institutes with job security and growth.