SGPGI Nursing Officer Exam Date 2026: Official CBT Schedule & Updates

The Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS) has confirmed the SGPGI Nursing Officer Exam Date 2026 for Group B roles, specifically for the Nursing Officer (Sister Grade-II) positions under Advertisement Nos. I/08/1-11/Rectt/2025-26 and I/08/12/Rectt/2025-26. Candidates who successfully applied by 31 July 2025 can now finalize their exam preparations, with the full schedule available at the official website, sgpgims.org.in.

The latest notification from SGPGIMS confirms that the Computer-Based Recruitment Test (CBRT) for all eligible candidates is scheduled from 19 June to 23 June 2026. 

SGPGI Nursing Officer Exam to be Conducted in Two Stages

SGPGIMS has updated the selection process for the Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026, which will now consist of two distinct stages: Preliminary Examination (Stage I) and Main Examination (Stage II). Progression to the Main Examination is strictly contingent upon qualifying the Preliminary stage. Applicants are encouraged to monitor their registered email and the official SGPGIMS portal for critical updates regarding the second stage of the selection process.

No additional application or processing fee will be required for Stage-II; further details regarding the venue and schedule will be provided in subsequent notifications.

SGPGIMS Nursing Officer Exam Date 2026 Released

The SGPGIMS Recruitment Examination 2025-26 will be administered as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) from 19 June to 23 June 2026. This examination encompasses fresh vacancies as outlined in Advertisement Nos. I/08/1-11/Rectt/2025-26 and I/08/12/Rectt/2025-26, as well as the institute's specifically announced backlog vacancies.

Alongside the SGPGI Nursing Officer schedule, the institute has released CBT dates for several Group C and D posts under the 2025-26 recruitment drive. These include vacancies for Stenographer, Hospital Attendant Gr-II, CSSD Assistant, Medical Social Service Officer Gr-II, Junior Accounts Officer, and O.T. Assistant, among others.

SGPGIMS Nursing Officer Admit Card 2026

With the SGPGI Nursing Officer Exam 2026 beginning on 19 June 2026, it is imperative that candidates download their admit cards promptly. The admit card is a mandatory document for entry and includes critical details such as reporting time, exam shift, and the designated test center. Candidates should verify all details and carry a printed copy to the examination center to ensure a smooth testing experience.

Download SGPGI Nursing Officer Admit Card 2026

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute Nursing Officer 2026 Overview

Securing a position as a Nursing Officer at SGPGI is a significant career milestone. Below is a summary of the recruitment highlights:

SGPGI Nursing Officer Notification 2025-26

The Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS), Lucknow, issued the comprehensive SGPGI Nursing Officer Notification 2025-26 under Advertisement No. I/08/1/Rectt/2025-26. This notification invited applications for 1200 Nursing Officer (Sister Grade-II) vacancies, detailing the eligibility requirements, examination structure, syllabus, salary, and the formal selection process.

Additionally, SGPGIMS released specific backlog notifications on 7 December 2025 for Nursing Officer and Stenographer posts, referenced under Advertisement Nos. 1/42/1/Rectt/2025-26 and 1/42/2/Rectt/2025-26.

Download SGPGI Official Notification 2025 PDF

Download SGPGI Backlog Notification 2025 PDF

Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences Vacancy 2026

In addition to the 1200 Nursing Officer positions, SGPGIMS has announced a total of 1398 vacancies across Group B, C, and D. Other roles include Junior Accounts Officer, Technical Officer (Biomedical), Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Store Keeper, Medical Social Service Officer Gr-II, Senior Administrative Assistant, Stenographer, CSSD Assistant, Draftsman, and Hospital Attendant Gr-II.

The backlog vacancies for Nursing Officer and Stenographer positions will be incorporated into this recruitment drive.

SGPGIMS Backlog Vacancy Details

The notification for these backlog vacancies was issued on 7 December 2025, concerning Advertisement Nos. 1/48/6/Rectt/2023-24 and 1/48/4/Rectt/2023-24.

Important Points Regarding Backlog Vacancies

• No fresh online or offline applications were accepted for backlog vacancies.
• No fresh registration or application fee was required.
• These posts will be filled only through eligible candidates who had already applied against Advt. No. 1/08/1-12/Rectt/2025-26.
• Educational qualification, experience, age limit, and all eligibility conditions remain the same as prescribed in the advertisement dated 11 June 2025.
• The examination scheme, syllabus, minimum qualifying marks, and normalisation procedure are identical to the main recruitment process.
• Separate merit lists will be prepared for backlog vacancies.
• Backlog vacancies will be filled first based on merit rank, followed by fresh vacancies from the June 2025 recruitment.
• Vertical and horizontal reservation policies of the Government of Uttar Pradesh will apply.
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the examination or any recruitment stage.
• The decision of the Director, SGPGIMS, will be final regarding all recruitment matters.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Nursing Officer role were required to possess the necessary educational qualifications, valid registration, and specific work experience as dictated by the recruitment notice. Two primary educational pathways—B.Sc. in Nursing or a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery—were accepted. The age criteria were set between 18 and 40 years, calculated as of 1 January 2025.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Application Form

The online application phase for the SGPGI Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025-26 has officially closed. Following the revised timeline, candidates had until 31 July 2025 to submit their applications. Only those who completed the registration, document upload, and fee payment are eligible to participate in the upcoming CBT exam.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Application Portal 2025 (Status: CLOSED)

How to Apply for the SGPGI Recruitment 2026?

The application process required strict adherence to the institute's guidelines. Candidates followed a structured online submission protocol to ensure their candidature was successfully processed.

• Visit the official SGPGIMS website – https://sgpgims.org.in
• Go through the documents available under the Recruitment of Non-Teaching Posts section:
  • Advertisement
  • How to Apply
  • FAQs
  • Helpdesk
• Register as a new user by providing your Name, Post Applied, Date of Birth, Email ID, and Mobile Number.
• Use the received User ID and Password to log in and complete the application by entering:
  • Personal Details
  • Contact Details
  • Academic Qualification Details
  • Upload of Documents
  • Application Fee Payment
• Upload the following documents (80KB max in JPG/JPEG format):
  • Recent Colored Photograph
  • Scanned Signature
  • 10th, 12th, Graduation/PG Mark Sheets & Certificates
  • Caste/Category/Domicile Certificate (if applicable)
  • Experience Certificate (if applicable)
• After successful submission, pay the application fee via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking using the SBI payment gateway.
• Take a printout of the submitted application form and save the Application Sequence Number for future reference.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Application Fees

The application fee structure was tiered: General, OBC, and EWS candidates were required to pay ₹1,180, while SC and ST candidates paid ₹708. PwD candidates were exempt from the application fee. Payments were processed securely via the SBI online gateway using various digital modes.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Salary 2026

SGPGIMS adheres to the 7th Pay Commission pay structure, offering competitive salaries and long-term career stability. Selected candidates will be placed into Pay Levels commensurate with their respective posts, in addition to receiving standard government allowances.

SGPGI Nursing Officer Selection Process

The Nursing Officer Selection Process 2026 now incorporates a two-stage examination model. Candidates must pass the Preliminary Examination (Stage I) to advance to the Main Examination (Stage II). There is no additional fee for the second stage, and further schedules will be released by the institute shortly.