GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online for 100 Posts
The Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida, an autonomous institute under the Uttar Pradesh State Government established on the lines of SGPGI Lucknow, has invited online applications for direct recruitment to 100 Staff Nurse posts through a Computer Based Test (CBT) Examination 2026. This is a Non-Teaching post recruitment, open to citizens of India who hold a B.Sc Nursing or GNM qualification with the requisite registration. Online applications can be submitted from 10 August 2026 to 30 October 2026 at the institute's website, gims.ac.in.
GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Government Institute of Medical Sciences (GIMS), Greater Noida |
| Advertisement No. | GIMS/2026/Manpower/NT-03/10, dated 09.08.2026 |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse (Non-Teaching) |
| Recruitment Type | Direct Recruitment |
| Total Vacancies | 100 |
| Exam Name | Computer Based Test (CBT) Examination 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Job Location | Greater Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Uttar Pradesh |
| Official Website | www.gims.ac.in |
GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 9 August 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 10 August 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 30 October 2026 |
| Age Reckoning Date | 1 July 2026 |
The last date for fee submission and the CBT exam schedule will be published separately on the institute's website as per the examination schedule; candidates should check gims.ac.in regularly, as no individual correspondence will be made by the Institute.
GIMS Staff Nurse Vacancy 2026 - Category-Wise Details
A total of 100 Staff Nurse vacancies have been notified, with vertical (category-wise) reservation as follows.
| Post Name | UR | OBC | SC | ST | EWS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 40 | 27 | 21 | 2 | 10 | 100 |
Horizontal reservation will additionally apply within these vacancies, as per Uttar Pradesh Government norms.
| Category of Horizontal Reservation | Percentage | Number of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 20% | 20 |
| Ex-Servicemen | 5% | 5 |
| Divyang (OL - One Leg Affected) | 4% | 4 |
| Dependent of Freedom Fighter (DFF) | 2% | 2 |
The number of unreserved and reserved vacancies may increase or decrease as per Uttar Pradesh Government reservation acts, ordinances, and orders.
GIMS Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess, by the last date of application, either:
- B.Sc Nursing (4-year course) from an Indian Nursing Council/State Medical Faculty recognised Institute or University, or B.Sc Nursing (Post Basic) (2-year course) from an Indian Nursing Council recognised institute/university, and be registered as Nurse & Midwife in State/Indian Nursing Council; OR
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) from an Indian Nursing Council recognised Institute/Board/Council, registered as Nurse & Midwife in State/Indian Nursing Council, with two years' experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the above qualification.
Domicile and Other Conditions
- Only permanent residents (Domicile) of Uttar Pradesh are eligible to apply for reserved posts (both horizontal and vertical reservation); SC/ST/OBC/EWS/DFF/Women/Ex-servicemen candidates who are not original residents of UP will be considered Unreserved (UR).
- Male candidates who are married and have more than one living wife, or female candidates who have married a man with an already-living wife, are not eligible unless exempted by the Governor.
GIMS Staff Nurse Age Limit
Age will be reckoned as on 1 July 2026. Candidates must have attained 21 years of age and must not be more than 40 years old.
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST/OBC (Uttar Pradesh) | Up to 5 years |
| Permanent UP Government employees with at least 3 years' regular and continuous service in the relevant field | Up to 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities | 15 years |
| Ex-servicemen | Up to 3 years (subject to total service period deducted from actual age; must be discharged from the Army by the application's last date) |
Persons dismissed by the Union Government or any State Government are not eligible for appointment to any post.
GIMS Staff Nurse Application Fee
| Category | Fee | GST @18% | Total Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | ₹1,100 | ₹198 | ₹1,298 |
| OBC/EWS | ₹1,100 | ₹198 | ₹1,298 |
| SC/ST | ₹800 | ₹144 | ₹944 |
| Divyang (all categories, UP domicile only) | Exempted | ||
Candidates belonging to other (horizontal reservation) categories must pay the fee according to their basic vertical category. The fee is non-refundable, and the application printout cannot be taken until the fee is deposited.
GIMS Staff Nurse Selection Process
- Selection is through a Computer Based Test (CBT) of objective-type questions related to nursing, with 80% questions on theoretical knowledge and 20% on practical knowledge.
- No candidate is allowed to enter the examination without an admit card issued by the designated examination body.
- Negative marking applies: 0.25 mark is deducted for each wrong answer; unanswered questions carry no penalty.
- Candidates with equal marks are ranked by age, with the older candidate placed higher in the merit list.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 40% for General, EWS, and OBC candidates; 35% for SC and ST candidates.
- The "Mark for Review" option is available during the CBT within the active section's time only; a question answered and marked for review is evaluated as the final answer, while one left unanswered and marked for review is treated as unattempted.
- Final selection is based on: (i) Merit in the CBT, (ii) Biometric and document verification, and (iii) Medical Examination.
- Selected candidates must undergo the required medical examination as per prescribed rules.
GIMS Staff Nurse Exam Pattern and Syllabus
- The question paper consists of 100 MCQ-based questions, each carrying 1 mark, for a total of 100 marks.
- The paper is bilingual (Hindi and English); in case of dispute, the English version is treated as final.
- Questions are drawn from the General Nursing & Midwifery (Post Basic Certificate/Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing) and B.Sc. Nursing curriculum, divided into three sections:
| Section A (60 Questions) | Section B (25 Questions) | Section C (15 Questions) |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Nursing | Applied Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry | Basic Sciences |
| Fundamentals of Nursing | Nutrition & Dietetics | Communicative English |
| Nursing Foundations I & II | Applied Psychology | Community Health Nursing |
| First Aid, ACLS, BCLS | Forensic Nursing | Environmental Hygiene |
| Applied Microbiology and Infection Control | Standard Treatment Protocols in National Health Programmes | Professionalism, Professional Values & Ethics including Bioethics |
| Child Health Nursing including Neonatal Care | Nursing Research and Statistics | Health/Nursing Informatics and Technology |
| Nursing Management and Leadership | - | - |
| Applied Sociology | - | - |
| Medical & Surgical Nursing | - | - |
| Pharmacology I & II | - | - |
| Pathology I & II | - | - |
How to Apply for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
The application process is divided into five parts:
- Candidate Registration
- Filling up of details of the form
- Uploading photo, signature, and other documents
- Payment of fees and application form submission
- Printout of the application form
Only the Online Application System is applicable; applications sent through any other medium will not be accepted. Candidates should read the advertisement carefully to confirm they meet the qualification and age criteria before starting the form, and refer to the User Instruction document available on the website. Candidates can amend their application before final submission, except for their registered mobile number, email ID, Aadhaar number, and category, and only once after final submission.
GIMS Staff Nurse Exam Centres
The CBT examination will be held at the following cities:
- Delhi/NCR
- Lucknow
- Gorakhpur
- Varanasi
Candidates give their preferences from the list of centres; the exact/allotted centre is provided at the time of Hall Ticket issuance. In case of non-availability of slots at preferred centres, the nearest other city will be allotted, and the Institute's decision in this regard is final. No change in exam centre is permitted under any circumstances.
GIMS Staff Nurse Important Instructions
- Only the date of birth recorded in the High School or equivalent certificate will be valid.
- Reserved category candidates must mention their category in the application; only UP domicile candidates get the benefit of reservation.
- Ex-servicemen and dependents of freedom fighters must submit their claim in the prescribed format issued by the competent authority.
- Applicants in regular Government service must present a "No Objection Certificate (NOC)" from their employer.
- No printed/hard copy of the online application or documents needs to be sent by post; however, applicants must keep a printed copy with them.
- Hall tickets can be downloaded from gims.ac.in and will not be sent by post.
- No TA/DA is admissible for attending the written test or Document Verification.
- All disputes/lawsuits fall under the jurisdiction of Gautam Buddha Nagar only.
- Cheating, indiscipline, misbehaviour, or undesirable conduct in the exam hall will lead to cancellation of candidature and may result in debarment from this and future examinations.
- The Institute grants only provisional admission to the CBT; candidature can be cancelled at any later stage, even after a decision for appointment, if found ineligible.
- The Director, GIMS Greater Noida, reserves the right to fill or not fill any or all advertised posts without assigning any reason.
GIMS Staff Nurse Important Links
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Frequently Asked Questions
What is GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
It is a direct recruitment drive by the Government Institute of Medical Sciences, Greater Noida, to fill 100 Staff Nurse posts through a Computer Based Test (CBT) Examination 2026.
How many vacancies are available in GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
A total of 100 vacancies are notified, with UR-40, OBC-27, SC-21, ST-2, and EWS-10.
What is the last date to apply for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The online application window closes on 7 September 2026.
What is the qualification required for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
B.Sc Nursing (4-year or Post Basic 2-year) with registration as Nurse & Midwife, or a GNM diploma with registration plus two years' experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital.
What is the age limit for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be 21 to 40 years old as on 1 July 2026, with relaxation available for SC/ST/OBC, PwD, and Ex-servicemen candidates.
What is the application fee for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
₹1,298 (inclusive of GST) for UR/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹944 for SC/ST candidates, and exempted for Divyang candidates with UP domicile.
How can I apply online for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
Applications can be submitted online only at www.gims.ac.in between 10 August 2026 and 7 September 2026.
What is the selection process for GIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on merit in the CBT, followed by biometric and document verification, and a medical examination.