UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: 196 Vacancies Released – Check Eligibility, Salary & Apply Online
Official Notification
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The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) has officially released the UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification on June 3, 2026. A total of 196 vacancies for the post of Nursing Officer (Male/Female) under the Medical Health and Family Welfare Department, Uttarakhand are open for direct recruitment. Both Diploma holders (GNM) and Degree holders (BSc Nursing) are eligible to apply.
If you are a nursing graduate or GNM diploma holder looking for a government job in Uttarakhand, this is a golden opportunity. Online applications open on June 12, 2026 and close on July 2, 2026.
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Key Highlights
Detail | Information |
|---|---|
Recruiting Authority | Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) |
Post Name | Nursing Officer (Female/Male) |
Total Vacancies | 196 |
Department | Medical Health and Family Welfare, Uttarakhand |
Job Type | State Government (Group C, Non-Gazetted) |
Pay Scale | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7) |
Application Start Date | June 12, 2026 (Friday) |
Last Date to Apply | July 2, 2026 (Thursday) by 5:00 PM |
Last Date for Fee Payment | July 2, 2026 by 5:00 PM |
Correction Window | July 4–7, 2026 |
Official Website |
UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2026 – Vacancy Details
The 196 posts are distributed across four post codes based on gender and qualification:
Post Name | Post Code | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
Nursing Officer Female – Diploma (GNM) | 801 | 126 |
Nursing Officer Female – Degree (BSc Nursing) | 802 | 31 |
Nursing Officer Male – Diploma (GNM) | 803 | 31 |
Nursing Officer Male – Degree (BSc Nursing) | 804 | 08 |
Total | 196 |
Official Notification PDF: Download from ukmssb.org
Category-wise Vacancy Breakup
Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
SC (Scheduled Caste) | 21 |
ST (Scheduled Tribe) | 04 |
OBC (Other Backward Class) | 11 |
EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | 07 |
General / Unreserved | 153 |
Total | 196 |
Note: Vacancy numbers may increase or decrease as per departmental requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess any one of the following from a recognized institution approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC):
B.Sc (Hons) Nursing — regular course
B.Sc Nursing — regular course
Post Basic B.Sc Nursing
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized institution
Additionally, candidates must have valid registration with the Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council, Dehradun. The registration certificate must be valid up to the last date of application (July 2, 2026). Applications without a valid council registration will be rejected. NUI cards or registration application receipts are NOT accepted.
Working knowledge of Hindi is also mandatory.
Desirable Qualification
Minimum 2 years of service in the Territorial Army, OR
'B' or 'C' certificate from the National Cadet Corps (NCC)
Age Limit (as on July 1, 2025)
Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
Minimum Age | 21 years |
Maximum Age (General) | 42 years |
SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand) | 42 + 5 years = 47 years |
Divyang (PwD) | 42 + 10 years = 52 years |
Ex-Servicemen | Age relaxation as per rules |
Freedom Fighter Dependents | 42 + 5 years = 47 years |
Age is calculated as of July 1, 2025.
Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be placed in Pay Level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission matrix.
Pay Scale: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 per month
The post is non-gazetted and comes with a contributory pension (NPS).
Application Fee
Category | Fee |
|---|---|
General / OBC | ₹300 |
SC / ST (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
EWS (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
Divyang (PwD) | ₹150 |
Payment mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI only. Fee once paid is non-refundable.
Selection Process
Selection will be done through a written objective-type examination of 200 marks (duration: 3 hours).
Exam Pattern
Paper | Subject | Marks |
|---|---|---|
Paper 1 | Nursing subjects (Diploma or Degree level) | 100 |
Paper 2 | General Hindi + General Knowledge + General Studies | 100 |
Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer
Minimum qualifying marks: 45% for General/OBC/EWS; 35% for SC/ST
OMR answer sheet in triplicate — candidate keeps one copy
Question booklet permitted to take home after exam
Exam Cities (Choose 2 out of 4)
Dehradun
Srinagar (Uttarakhand)
Haldwani
Almora
Expected Exam Date: November–December 2026
UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2026 Exam Syllabus
Paper 1 – Nursing Subjects
For Diploma (GNM) holders: Nursing Foundation | Medical-Surgical Nursing | Psychology | Nutrition and Dietetics | Maternal Health Nursing | Child Health Nursing | Community Health Nursing | Mental Health Nursing
For Degree (BSc Nursing) holders: Nursing Foundation | Nursing Education | Nursing Administration | Nursing Research & Statistics | Medical-Surgical Nursing | Nutrition & Dietetics | Mental Health Nursing | Child Health Nursing | Community Health Nursing | Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Paper 2 – General Hindi, GK & General Studies
General Hindi (20 marks): Spelling, grammar, punctuation, word formation, synonyms, antonyms, sentence correction, idioms & proverbs
General Knowledge (40 marks): Geography, history, economy & culture of Uttarakhand; national & international GK; sports; science
General Studies (40 marks): Reasoning, mental ability, quantitative aptitude, verbal & non-verbal reasoning
Click on "Apply Now" → select Nursing Officer Examination-2026
Click on "Candidate Register Here" and complete registration using valid Email ID and Mobile Number
Log in using Registration Number and Password
Fill in personal, educational, and council registration details
Upload the following:
Passport-size photo (20 KB to 50 KB, JPG)
Signature (5 KB to 20 KB, JPG)
Combined single PDF file (200 KB to 2 MB) containing all required documents
Select 2 exam center cities from the available list
Pay the application fee online
Download and save the final application form
Documents Required in Combined PDF
High School Certificate (mandatory)
Intermediate Certificate (mandatory)
Uttarakhand Domicile Certificate (mandatory)
All year marksheets of Degree/Diploma (mandatory)
Degree/Diploma Passing Certificate (mandatory)
Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council Registration Certificate (mandatory)
Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
Sub-category certificates (Ex-Army, PwD, Freedom Fighter, Orphan, Sportsperson) if applicable
Note: Offline/hardcopy applications will NOT be accepted under any circumstances.
Important Dates at a Glance
Event | Date |
|---|---|
Notification Release | June 3, 2026 |
Online Application Start | June 12, 2026 |
Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee | July 2, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
Correction / Edit Window | July 4–7, 2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
Expected Written Exam | November–December 2026 |
Domicile / Residency Requirement
This recruitment is open only to Uttarakhand domicile candidates. Candidates must hold a valid Uttarakhand domicile (permanent residence) certificate up to the last date of application.
Candidates who completed High School and Intermediate from recognized institutions within Uttarakhand are also eligible. Employees of central government or state government institutions with non-transferable postings in Uttarakhand (and their children/spouses) may also apply.
Reservation Policy
Vertical reservations apply for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS as per Uttarakhand government orders
Horizontal reservations apply for Ex-Servicemen, Freedom Fighter dependents, Divyang (PwD – OL category only), Orphan children, Uttarakhand agitators and their dependents, and skilled sportspersons
Reservation benefits are available only to Uttarakhand residents
EWS certificate must be valid for financial year 2026-27
OBC certificate must be issued within 3 years of the last application date (not before July 2, 2023)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the total number of vacancies in UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
Answer. A total of 196 posts are notified under the Medical Health and Family Welfare Department, Uttarakhand.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2026?
Answer. The last date to submit the online application and pay the fee is July 2, 2026 by 5:00 PM.
Q3. What is the salary for UKMSSB Nursing Officer?
Answer. The pay scale is ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Pay Level 7) as per the 7th Pay Commission.
Q4. Can GNM holders apply for UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2026?
Answer. Yes. GNM diploma holders can apply for Post Code 801 (Female) and Post Code 803 (Male).
Q5. Is there negative marking in UKMSSB Nursing Officer Exam?
Answer. Yes. 1/4 mark is deducted for each wrong answer.
Q6. What is the age limit for general category candidates?
Answer. Minimum 21 years and maximum 42 years as of July 1, 2025.
Q7. Is Uttarakhand domicile mandatory?
Answer. Yes. A valid Uttarakhand domicile certificate is mandatory to apply.
Q8. What is the application fee for General category?
Answer. ₹300 for General and OBC candidates. ₹150 for SC/ST/EWS/Divyang candidates.
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