UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 196 Staff Nurse Posts, Salary up to ₹1,42,400
If you are looking for a stable and well-paying government job in the healthcare sector, here is an incredible opportunity for you. The Uttarakhand Medical Services Selection Board (UKMSSB) has officially released a detailed notification for the direct recruitment of Nursing Officers (Male/Female) Diploma & Degree Holders. A total of 196 vacant positions are up for grabs under the Medical Health and Family Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand.
In this comprehensive guide, we will break down everything you need to know about this vacancy—including important dates, post bifurcation, salary package, eligibility criteria, and a step-by-step application guide.
📅 Important Dates
The online application window will open in mid-June. Make sure you mark your calendar so you don't miss out on the deadline:
| Event | Date / Timeline |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | June 03, 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Online Application Start Date | June 12, 2026 (Friday) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | July 02, 2026 (Thursday) till 05:00 PM |
| Last Date to Deposit Application Fee | July 02, 2026 (Thursday) till 05:00 PM |
| Application Form Correction Window | July 04, 2026, to July 07, 2026 (till 05:00 PM) |
| Proposed Written Exam Date | November - December 2026 |
📊 Vacancy Details & Classification
The 196 vacancies are strategically distributed between male and female candidates, further segregated by whether you hold a diploma or a degree:
- Nursing Officer (Female) - Total 157 Posts
- Diploma Holders (Post Code - 801): 126 posts
- Degree Holders (Post Code - 802): 31 posts
- Nursing Officer (Male) - Total 39 Posts
- Diploma Holders (Post Code - 803): 31 posts
- Degree Holders (Post Code - 804): 08 posts
Category-wise Seat Distribution:
- General / Unreserved (UR): 153 Posts
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 21 Posts
- Other Backward Class (OBC): 11 Posts
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 07 Posts
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 04 Posts
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will receive an attractive pay scale as per the Seventh Pay Commission guidelines:
- Pay Scale: ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 (Level-7)
- Job Type: Non-Gazetted, Contributory Pension Scheme applicable.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- You must possess a B.Sc (Honors) Nursing, B.Sc Nursing (Regular), or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing degree from an Indian Nursing Council recognized university/institute.
- OR You must hold a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) / Psychiatry from a recognized institution.
- A valid registration certificate as a Nurse and Midwife with the Uttarakhand/Indian Nursing Council is mandatory.
- Working knowledge of Hindi is required.
⚠️ Crucial Note: Candidates must possess a permanent and valid/renewed registration certificate from the Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council issued on or before the application deadline (July 02, 2026). A simple receipt of application or an NUID card will not be accepted.
2. Age Limit (As of July 01, 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age: 42 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC, ST, OBC, PwD, and dependents of freedom fighters) native to Uttarakhand as per government mandates.
📝 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
The final selection will be purely based on the Objective Written Examination:
- The exam will consist of 200 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) worth 200 marks, with a total duration of 3 hours.
- Paper 1 (100 Marks): Questions will be directly related to the core Nursing curriculum (Diploma/Degree level).
- Paper 2 (100 Marks): General Hindi (20 marks), General Knowledge (40 marks), and General Studies/Reasoning (40 marks).
- Negative Marking: Be careful with your guesses! 1/4th (0.25) mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
Examination Centers:
While filling out the form, you must pick two preferred cities from the following:
- Dehradun
- Srinagar
- Haldwani
- Almora
💵 Application Fee
- General (Unreserved) / Uttarakhand OBC: ₹300/-
- Uttarakhand EWS / SC / ST / PwD: ₹150/-
💻 How to Apply Online?
Follow these easy steps to submit your application seamlessly:
- Go to the official UKMSSB website: www.ukmssb.org.
- Click on "Apply Now" next to the "Nursing Officer Examination-2026" link.
- Step-1 (Registration): Click on "Candidate, register Here" and fill in your basic details along with a valid email and mobile number.
- Step-2 (Academic Details): Enter your educational history and your Nursing Council registration details carefully.
- Step-3 (Upload Documents): Upload your scanned photograph (20-50KB), signature (5-20KB), and a **single combined PDF file** containing all required certificates (size 200KB to 2MB).
- Step-4 (Fee Payment): Pay the fee using Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI.
- Step-5 (Print): Download and print out your final submitted application form for future reference.
🚌 Special Travel Concession for Candidates
To support job seekers, the Uttarakhand government is offering a **50% discount on bus fares** via the Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC). This is valid two days before the exam date and up to two days after the exam ends. All you need to do is present a photocopy of your admit card and your Uttarakhand Domicile certificate to the bus conductor.
📄 Official Notification File ("UKMSSB-Nursing-Officer-Recruitment-2026-Notification.pdf")
For your convenience, the complete official text from the file "UKMSSB-Nursing-Officer-Recruitment-2026-Notification.pdf" is attached right here for a quick reference:
Uttarakhand Medical Services Selection Board
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Advertisement No.: UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448 | Date: June 03, 2026
Nursing Officer Examination-2026 (For Medical Health and Family Welfare Department)
Detailed advertisement for direct recruitment selection to 196 vacant positions of Nursing Officer (Female/Male) Diploma Holders / Degree Holders under the Medical Health and Family Welfare Department, Uttarakhand...
[Note: Ensure your application is successfully locked and submitted before July 02, 2026, 05:00 PM. Avoid waiting for the last few days due to high server traffic.]
Have any questions regarding the syllabus, documentation, or selection rules? Drop your queries in the comment section below, and we will get back to you promptly!
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