UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 196 Posts | Eligibility, Salary & Last Date
Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) has released an official notification for the recruitment of 196 Nursing Officer posts (Male & Female) under the Medical Health and Family Welfare Department, Uttarakhand. This is a golden opportunity for candidates holding a Nursing Diploma or Degree to secure a permanent government job in the healthcare sector. Online applications started on 12 June 2026 and the last date to apply is 2 July 2026. Don’t miss this chance — seats are limited and competition will be high!
🏢 Organization Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Body | Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) |
| Department | Medical Health & Family Welfare Department, Uttarakhand |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Male/Female) – Diploma & Degree Holder |
| Advertisement No. | UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448 |
| Job Location | Uttarakhand (State-wide posting) |
| Official Website | www.ukmssb.org |
UKMSSB happens to be the leading government agency that is involved in recruiting medical staff members for the public healthcare system of Uttarakhand. The post of Nursing Officer with the UKMSSB comes with many perks such as assured employment, lucrative remuneration, and service within one of the most picturesque states of India.
📊 Number of Vacancies & Reservation
Total Vacancies: 196
| Post Code | Post Name | Total | SC | ST | OBC | EWS | UR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 801 | Nursing Officer Female – Diploma | 126 | 12 | 03 | 07 | 05 | 99 |
| 802 | Nursing Officer Female – Degree | 31 | 04 | 01 | 02 | 01 | 23 |
| 803 | Nursing Officer Male – Diploma | 31 | 04 | 00 | 02 | 01 | 24 |
| 804 | Nursing Officer Male – Degree | 08 | 01 | 00 | 00 | 00 | 07 |
| Total | 196 | 21 | 04 | 11 | 07 | 153 |
Horizontal Reservation (Post Code 801 – Female Diploma) also includes:
- Dependents of Freedom Fighters: 10
- Ex-Servicemen (Uttarakhand): 05
- Divyang (PwBD): 04
- Orphan Children of Uttarakhand: 05
- State Agitators/Dependents: 09
- Skilled Sportspersons: 04
Eligibility criteria for reservation benefits apply to residents of Uttarakhand only. SC/ST applicants have an advantage of less qualifying marks and relaxation in age requirements. EWS applicants will have to produce an official certificate for Financial Year 2026-27.
🎓 Educational Qualification
Mandatory Qualifications (Any one):
- B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) recognized university/institution, OR
- B.Sc. Nursing (Regular course) from INC recognized university/institution, OR
- Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from INC recognized university/institution, OR
- Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery / Psychiatric Nursing from INC recognized university/institution
Additionally:
- Valid registration certificate from Uttarakhand Nursing & Midwives Council (as B.Sc. Hons/B.Sc./Post Basic B.Sc./GNM) is mandatory up to the last date of application.
- Working knowledge of Hindi is required.
Desirable (Preferred) Qualifications:
- Minimum 2 years of service in the Territorial Army, OR
- ‘B’ or ‘C’ certificate from the National Cadet Corps (NCC)
Candidates must ensure their Uttarakhand Nursing & Midwives Council registration is valid/renewed by the last application date. NUI-D cards or mere registration receipts will NOT be accepted.
📉 Minimum Qualifying Marks
| Category | Minimum Marks Required |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | 45% in Written Exam |
| SC / ST | 35% in Written Exam |
The qualifying marks play a critical role in deciding the eligibility for the merit list. Students have to strategize themselves to clear the qualifying marks. The negative marking scheme is operational; therefore, accuracy is crucial.
🎂 Age Limit
Age calculated as on: 01 July 2025
| Criteria | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 21 Years |
| Maximum Age | 42 Years |
Age Relaxation:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / OBC (Uttarakhand) | 5 Years |
| Freedom Fighter Dependents (Uttarakhand) | 5 Years |
| PwBD / Divyang (Uttarakhand) | 10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Uttarakhand) | Military service period minus 3 years |
Age relaxation is applicable only for Uttarakhand residents with valid category certificates. Candidates are advised to verify their eligibility carefully before applying, as ineligible applications will be rejected at any stage.
💰 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (General) | ₹300/- |
| OBC (Uttarakhand) | ₹300/- |
| EWS (Uttarakhand) | ₹150/- |
| SC (Uttarakhand) | ₹150/- |
| ST (Uttarakhand) | ₹150/- |
| Divyang / PwBD (Uttarakhand) | ₹150/- |
Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI only. No offline payment accepted.
Important: Fees once paid are non-refundable under all conditions. The ex-servicemen aspirants have to pay fee according to their general/reserved categories. Don’t wait until the last date as high website traffic at that time may cause technical problems.
⚙️ Selection Process
The selection will be conducted in the following stage:
- Written Examination (Objective Type – OMR Based)
- Total Marks: 200
- Duration: 3 Hours
- Paper I: 100 Marks (Nursing subject)
- Paper II: 100 Marks (General Hindi + General Knowledge + General Studies)
- Negative Marking: ¼ mark deducted per wrong answer
- Document Verification (for shortlisted candidates)
- Medical Examination (before final appointment)
The written test is the main screen and is very competitive. There will be negative marking, so students must only answer those questions which they have an idea about. The answer keys will be published after the test on the official website, and students can challenge within seven days at Rs 50 per question.
📚 Examination Syllabus
Paper I – Nursing Subject (100 Marks)
For Diploma Holders:
| Topic | Marks |
|---|---|
| Nursing Foundation | 10 |
| Medical Surgical Nursing | 15 |
| Psychology | 10 |
| Nutrition & Dietetics | 15 |
| Maternal Health Nursing | 10 |
| Child Health Nursing | 15 |
| Community Health Nursing | 15 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 10 |
For Degree Holders:
| Topic | Marks |
|---|---|
| Nursing Foundation | 15 |
| Nursing Education | 10 |
| Nursing Administration | 10 |
| Nursing Research & Statistics | 10 |
| Medical Surgical Nursing | 10 |
| Nutrition & Dietetics | 05 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 10 |
| Child Health Nursing | 10 |
| Community Health Nursing | 10 |
| Obs & Gynaecology | 10 |
Paper II – General Hindi, GK & General Studies (100 Marks)
| Section | Marks |
|---|---|
| General Hindi (Spelling, grammar, sentence correction, idioms, synonyms, antonyms, etc.) | 20 |
| General Knowledge (Uttarakhand geography, history, economy, culture, tourism, sports, current affairs, national/international events) | 40 |
| General Studies (Reasoning, mental ability, quantitative aptitude, verbal & non-verbal logic, data interpretation, analytical problems) | 40 |
Exam is expected to be held in November–December 2026. Candidates should follow the latest syllabus carefully as the exam pattern includes both Nursing specialization and general aptitude components.
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Published | 03 June 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Online Application Starts | 12 June 2026 (Friday) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 July 2026 (Thursday) – 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 02 July 2026 (Thursday) – 5:00 PM |
| Correction/Edit Window | 04 July 2026 to 07 July 2026 – 5:00 PM |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | November – December 2026 |
Missing the deadline means losing the opportunity entirely — fees are non-refundable and late applications are not accepted. Apply well before July 2, 2026 to avoid last-minute technical disruptions.
📝 How to Apply
Follow these steps to successfully submit your application:
- Visit the official UKMSSB website: www.ukmssb.org
- Click on “Apply Now” on the homepage
- Find “Nursing Officer Examination-2026 (Medical Health & Family Welfare Department)” and click “Apply Now”
- Click on “Candidate Register Here” and complete your registration using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number
- Note down the Registration Number and Password sent to your registered email/mobile
- Log in to the portal using your registration credentials
- Fill in your Personal Details, Educational Qualifications, and Council Registration details carefully
- Select two preferred exam centre cities from: Dehradun, Srinagar, Haldwani, Almora
- Upload your recent passport-size photograph (20 KB – 50 KB) and signature (5 KB – 20 KB) in JPG format
- Upload a Combined Single PDF file (200 KB – 2 MB) containing: High School & Intermediate certificates, Domicile, Category certificates, Nursing Degree/Diploma marksheets, Passing Certificate, UK Nursing Council Registration Certificate, and any applicable sub-category documents
- Pay the application fee via Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI
- Review all entries carefully and click “I Agree” to final submit
- Download and save a printed copy of your application for future reference
Candidates must not wait until the final date. The UKMSSB portal experiences heavy traffic near deadlines and technical failures will not be entertained as an excuse for missed applications.
📜 General Conditions
- Only online applications are accepted. Offline/hardcopy forms will be rejected outright.
- Incomplete applications will be summarily rejected.
- Uttarakhand domicile is mandatory for claiming reservation benefits.
- Candidates must have passed High School and Intermediate from Uttarakhand recognized institutions (for domicile-based eligibility).
- The UK Nursing & Midwives Council registration must be valid till the last date of application — provisional/applied-for registration is NOT acceptable.
- Candidates currently serving in Central/State Government must submit a No Objection Certificate from their department.
- Birth date as mentioned in the High School certificate is the only accepted proof of age.
- No calculators, mobile phones, smartwatches, scanners, pagers or any electronic device are permitted inside the exam hall.
- Candidates found using unfair means will be barred from all UKMSSB exams and may face FIR filing under the Uttarakhand Competitive Examination (Unfair Means Prevention) Act, 2023.
- Final selection after written exam does not guarantee appointment — medical fitness test and document verification are mandatory.
- In case of tied scores, priority is: higher desirable qualification > older age > alphabetical name order.
🔗 Important Links
| Purpose | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | www.ukmssb.org |
| Official Notification | www.ukmssb.org |
| Official Website | www.ukmssb.org |
| Helpline Email | [email protected] |
| Phone | 0135-2665366 |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
The last date to submit the online application form and pay the application fee is 02 July 2026 (Thursday) up to 5:00 PM. Candidates can make corrections in their application from 04 July to 07 July 2026. Do not wait for the last moment as the website may experience heavy traffic.
Both male and female candidates holding a B.Sc. (Hons) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing / GNM Diploma from an INC recognized university can apply. Candidates must also have a valid registration certificate from the Uttarakhand Nursing & Midwives Council and must be Uttarakhand domicile holders (or meet alternative domicile conditions specified in the notification).
Selected candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 7) as per the 7th Pay Commission. Additional allowances like DA, HRA, and medical benefits will be applicable as per Uttarakhand government rules.
The selection is based on a Written Examination of 200 marks (objective/OMR based) — Paper I covers Nursing subjects (100 marks) and Paper II covers General Hindi, GK & General Studies (100 marks). There is negative marking of ¼ mark per wrong answer. Shortlisted candidates then go through Document Verification and Medical Examination before final appointment.
The application fee is ₹300/- for General/OBC candidates and ₹150/- for SC, ST, EWS, and PwBD (Uttarakhand) candidates. Fee must be paid online via Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, or UPI. The fee is non-refundable once paid.
Candidates must be between 21 to 42 years of age as on 01 July 2025. Age relaxation of 5 years is available for SC/ST/OBC (Uttarakhand), 10 years for PwBD (Uttarakhand), and special relaxation for Ex-Servicemen and Freedom Fighter dependents as per state government orders.
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for November–December 2026. The exact exam date, center, and hall ticket details will be published on the official UKMSSB website www.ukmssb.org. Candidates should regularly check the website for updates.
⚠️ Disclaimer
The information provided in this post is based on the official UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 advertisement. CurrentOpenings (https://currentopenings.in/) has made every effort to present accurate and up-to-date details; however, we strongly advise all candidates to visit the official UKMSSB website (www.ukmssb.org) and read the original notification carefully before applying. We are not responsible for any discrepancy, error, or mismatch in information. Always verify eligibility, dates, fees, and other details from the official source.
| Advertisement No. | UKMSSB/Exam/16/2025-26/448 |
| Total Vacancies | 195 |
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Apply Date | 12 Jun 2026 — 02 Jul 2026 Live · 19 days left |
| Job Location | 📍 Uttrakhand |
| Official Advertisement | Download PDF |
| Notification Published | 03 June 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Online Application Starts | 12 June 2026 (Friday) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 02 July 2026 (Thursday) – 5:00 PM |
| Last Date to Pay Fee | 02 July 2026 (Thursday) – 5:00 PM |
| Correction/Edit Window | 04 July 2026 to 07 July 2026 – 5:00 PM |
| Exam Date (Tentative) | November – December 2026 |
| Helpline Email | [email protected] |
| Official Website | Open Website |
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