UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 196 Posts
The UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 notification is officially out, announcing 196 Group 'C' vacancies under the Uttarakhand Medical Health and Family Welfare Department. Qualified GNM and B.Sc Nursing professionals can submit their applications from 12 June to 02 July 2026. Access the apply link and review full recruitment details here.
The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) has officially released the recruitment notification for Male and Female Nursing Officer positions. This drive seeks to fill 196 Group 'C' vacancies, inviting applications from eligible Diploma and Degree-holding nursing candidates to join the state's Medical Health and Family Welfare Department.
The online application portal is active as of 12 June 2026. Eligible candidates holding GNM, B.Sc Nursing, or Post Basic B.Sc Nursing degrees are encouraged to apply via the official website. Successful appointees will be entitled to a Pay Level-7 salary structure and will be enrolled under the state's contributory pension scheme.
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
The UKMSSB issued the comprehensive notification for these Nursing Officer (Male/Female) roles under Advertisement No. UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448 on 03 June 2026. The official PDF covers vital information, including category-wise vacancy distribution, domicile criteria, required documentation, and guidelines for the written examination and answer key objection process. Applicants are strongly advised to review the full document before proceeding with their online application.
Download Official UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) |
| Advertisement No. | UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Female/Male) |
| Total Vacancies | 196 Posts |
| Post Category | Group ‘C’ |
| Pay Scale | ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level-7) |
| Pension Scheme | Contributory Pension |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Dates | 12 June to 02 July 2026 |
| Correction Window | 04 July to 07 July 2026 |
| Tentative Exam Month | November-December 2026 |
| Selection Process | Written Examination |
| Job Location | Uttarakhand |
| Official Website | ukmssb.org |
Important Dates for UKMSSB Nursing Officer Exam
It is critical for all prospective applicants to finalize their online registration and application submission well within the stipulated timeline.
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 03 June 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 12 June 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 02 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 04 July to 07 July 2026 |
| Tentative Examination Month | November-December 2026 |
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026
The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board has authorized 196 Nursing Officer posts under Advertisement No. UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448. Vacancies are allocated to male and female candidates with further bifurcation for Degree and Diploma holders. Of these, 153 positions are designated for the Unreserved category, with the remainder reserved for SC, ST, OBC, and EWS candidates in accordance with Uttarakhand state government reservation policies.
| Post Name | Post Code | UR | OBC | EWS | SC | ST | Total Vacancies |
| Nursing Officer (Female) – Diploma Holder | 801 | 70 | 20 | 7 | 27 | 2 | 126 |
| Nursing Officer (Female) – Degree Holder | 802 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Nursing Officer (Male) – Diploma Holder | 803 | 23 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Nursing Officer (Male) – Degree Holder | 804 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
| Grand Total | 123 | 24 | 9 | 36 | 4 | 196 | |
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Apply Online Link
The application window for the UKMSSB Nursing Officer exam closes on 02 July 2026 (5:00 PM). All candidates must ensure timely payment of the application fee. Should any errors occur, a correction window will be open from 04 to 07 July 2026. Please verify all entries, including nursing council registration, educational credentials, and category certificates, to avoid disqualification.
Direct Link: Apply Online for UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Application Fee 2026
All applicants are required to pay the prescribed application fee based on their respective category as detailed in the official notification.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General | ₹300 |
| Uttarakhand OBC | ₹300 |
| EWS | ₹150 |
| Uttarakhand SC | ₹150 |
| Uttarakhand ST | ₹150 |
| Uttarakhand Divyang Candidates | ₹150 |
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Candidates seeking to join the UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 must strictly adhere to the educational, registration, domicile, and language proficiency standards defined by the Board. Review the specific eligibility criteria carefully.
| Particulars | Details |
| Educational Qualification | B.Sc. Nursing, Regular B.Sc. Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM), or Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). |
| Nursing Council Registration | Candidates must possess a valid and renewed permanent registration certificate issued by the Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council. NUID Card or registration application receipt will not be accepted. |
| Domicile Requirement | Candidate should be a domicile of Uttarakhand or have passed High School and Intermediate from institutions situated in Uttarakhand. State/Central Government employees with non-transferable services outside Uttarakhand and their spouse/children are also eligible. |
| Language Requirement | Working knowledge of Hindi is essential. |
| Desirable Qualification | Minimum two years of service in the Territorial Army or possession of NCC ‘B’ or ‘C’ Certificate |
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Age Limit 2026
The age limit for this recruitment will be calculated as of 01 July 2025. Reserved category candidates are entitled to age relaxation as per the prevailing guidelines set by the Government of Uttarakhand.
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
| General / EWS | 21 Years | 42 Years | No Relaxation |
| Uttarakhand OBC | 21 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| Uttarakhand SC | 21 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| Uttarakhand ST | 21 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| Dependents of Freedom Fighters | 21 Years | 42 Years | 5 Years |
| Divyang Candidates | 21 Years | 42 Years | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 21 Years | 42 Years | Length of military service deducted from actual age, provided the resultant age does not exceed the upper age limit by more than 3 years |