PGI Chandigarh Announces 60 Vacancies for 10th Pass, Graduates, and Medical Professionals

Job seekers aiming for prestigious careers in the healthcare sector have a golden opportunity as the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, has officially released a recruitment notification for 60 direct positions. Ranging from entry-level roles for matriculates to specialized medical degrees, the recruitment drive encompasses diverse openings across Chandigarh and the PGI Satellite Center in Sangrur, Punjab. The online application portal went live on September 3, 2026, with the final deadline for form submissions and fee payments set for October 19, 2026.

Vacancy Distribution and Departmental Breakdown

The 60 vacancies are strategically distributed between the main Chandigarh campus and the regional facility, offering options tailored to various professional qualifications. Out of the total openings, 57 positions are designated for PGI Chandigarh, while the remaining 3 posts are allocated to the PGI Satellite Center in Sangrur, Punjab.

The breakdown across specific job categories includes:

• Multi-Tasking Staff (Sanitation Grade-III): 54 posts (Chandigarh)

• Library Attendant Grade-I: 1 post (Chandigarh)

• Animal Attendant: 1 post (Chandigarh)

• Barber: 1 post (Chandigarh)

• Medical Officer: 1 post (Sangrur Center)

• Computer Programmer: 1 post (Sangrur Center)

• Pharmacist Grade-II: 1 post (Sangrur Center)

Educational Qualifications and Age Criteria

The recruitment notification provides accessible entry points across different educational tiers. For entry-level positions such as Multi-Tasking Staff, Barber, and Animal Attendant, candidates who have successfully passed their Matriculation (10th) examination are fully eligible. Specialized roles require targeted credentials: Library Attendant requires 10th pass with Science alongside a Diploma in Library Science; Pharmacist Grade-II mandates a Pharmacy Diploma with registration under the Pharmacy Act; Computer Programmer requires a Master's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, or Computer Science with programming experience; and the apex Medical Officer role requires a recognized medical degree paired with State Medical Council registration.

The standard age limits dictate that applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old for most posts, with an extended upper age limit of 35 years for Computer Programmers. Standard upper-age relaxations apply to reserved categories as per government guidelines, offering up to 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 10 years for PwD candidates, calculated as of the October 19, 2026 deadline.

Application Fees, Selection Process, and Online Registration

Applicants must complete their submissions online via the official PGIMER website at www.pgimer.edu.in before October 19, 2026. The application fee is set at ₹1,500 for General, OBC, and EWS candidates, and ₹800 for SC/ST applicants, while candidates with disabilities are fully exempted. The selection procedure involves a rigorous Computer-Based Test (CBT) featuring 100 questions for Group B and C posts, and 85 questions followed by a 15-mark interview for Group A (Medical Officer) positions, with a negative marking of 0.25 marks for incorrect answers. Examinations will be conducted across major cities including Chandigarh, Delhi, Jaipur, Lucknow, Kolkata, and Patna.