The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh has released Advertisement No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192 for 60 vacancies on a direct recruitment basis. The recruitment includes Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III, Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Barber, Medical Officer, Computer Programmer and Pharmacist Grade-II posts.
Out of 60 vacancies, 57 posts are at PGIMER Chandigarh and 3 posts are at PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab. Eligible candidates can apply online from 03 September 2026 to 19 October 2026 through the official PGIMER recruitment portal.
PGIMER Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organisation | Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh |
| Post Names | MTS (Sanitation), Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Barber, Medical Officer, Computer Programmer, Pharmacist Grade-II |
| Total Vacancies | 60 |
| Age Limit | 18–30 years for most posts; 18–35 years for Computer Programmer |
| Qualification | Matriculation, Diploma, Degree, PG Degree or Medical Qualification – post-wise |
| Application Fee | ₹1,500 General/OBC/EWS; ₹800 SC/ST; PwBD Exempted |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Salary | ₹18,000–₹1,77,500 according to post/pay level |
| Experience | Experience required for several posts; varies by post |
| Eligibility | Indian citizens meeting the prescribed post-wise qualification, age and experience |
| Application Fee | Online payment through Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking |
Vacancy Details
- Multi Tasking Staff (Sanitation) Grade-III – 54 Posts
- Medical Officer – 1 Post
- Computer Programmer – 1 Post
- Pharmacist Grade-II – 1 Post
- Library Attendant Grade-I – 1 Post
- Animal Attendant – 1 Post
- Barber – 1 Post
Total: 60 Posts
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Date | 01 September 2026 |
| Online Application Starts | 03 September 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 October 2026 |
The closing date is also the crucial date for determining the required qualification, age and experience.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must possess the qualification prescribed for their selected post.
- MTS (Sanitation): Matriculation or equivalent.
- Animal Attendant: Matriculation with ability to read/write Hindi, English or Punjabi.
- Barber: Matriculation with relevant experience.
- Library Attendant: Matriculation with Science + Diploma in Library Science.
- Pharmacist Grade-II: Matriculation + Diploma in Pharmacy and registration as a Pharmacist.
- Computer Programmer: Relevant Master’s/Degree qualification with prescribed computer programming experience.
- Medical Officer: Prescribed medical qualification and registration with the State Medical Council.
Experience Is Important
Candidates should carefully check the experience requirement before applying. Experience is prescribed/desirable for several posts. For example:
- Computer Programmer – 1 year experience under one eligibility route.
- Library Attendant – 1 year library experience.
- Barber – 2 years relevant experience.
- Animal Attendant – prescribed experience is desirable.
- MTS – relevant cleaning/sanitation experience is desirable.
- Other posts may have additional experience or desirable conditions.
Experience certificates must meet the requirements mentioned in the official notification and should be available by the application closing date wherever experience is essential.
Age Limit
The age limit is calculated as on 19 October 2026.
- Medical Officer: 18–30 years
- Computer Programmer: 18–35 years
- Pharmacist, Library Attendant, Animal Attendant, Barber & MTS: 18–30 years
Age relaxation is available to eligible SC/ST, OBC, PwBD, Central Government employees, ex-servicemen and other categories according to applicable rules.
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay scale varies according to the post:
- Medical Officer – Level-10: ₹56,100–₹1,77,500
- Computer Programmer – Level-7: ₹44,900–₹1,42,400
- Pharmacist Grade-II – Level-5: ₹29,200–₹92,300
- Library Attendant – Level-3: ₹21,700–₹69,100
- Animal Attendant / Barber / MTS – Level-1: ₹18,000–₹56,900
Selection Process
Selection will be based mainly on a Computer Based Test (CBT). An interview is applicable for Group A posts, including the Medical Officer post.
- CBT
- Document Verification
- Interview for applicable Group A post
The CBT carries negative marking of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
How to Apply for PGIMER Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official PGIMER website.
- Open the Recruitment section.
- Register using your active email ID and mobile number.
- Select Advertisement No. PGI/RC/053/2026/2192.
- Fill in personal, educational and experience details.
- Upload the required photograph and certificates.
- Pay the applicable application fee online.
- Submit the application form before 19 October 2026.
- Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Official Apply Online Link
Candidates should use the official PGIMER recruitment portal to submit their application. The application window is open from 03 September to 19 October 2026.
Official Apply Online – PGIMER Recruitment 2026
Details PDF / Official Notification
Before applying, candidates should read the complete notification carefully. The official notification contains post-wise qualifications, experience requirements, age limits, vacancies, fee, reservation, examination pattern and application instructions.
Download PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
Important Links
| Link | Details |
| Apply Online | PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Online Application |
| Details PDF | PGIMER Recruitment 2026 Official Notification |
| Official Website | PGIMER Chandigarh Official Website |
About PGIMER Chandigarh
The Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh is a premier medical education, research and healthcare institution. It provides advanced medical treatment, postgraduate medical education and research facilities and also conducts recruitment for various healthcare, technical and support positions.
FAQs – PGIMER Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in PGIMER Recruitment 2026?
There are 60 vacancies in total.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 19 October 2026.
Q3. What qualifications are required?
Qualifications range from Matriculation and Diploma to Degree, Postgraduate and Medical qualifications, depending on the post.
Q4. Is experience required?
Yes. Experience is important for several posts. Candidates must check the post-wise essential/desirable experience in the official notification.
Q5. What is the application fee?
The fee is ₹1,500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates, ₹800 for SC/ST candidates, while eligible PwBD candidates are exempted.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection is through CBT, with an interview for applicable Group A posts.
Q7. Where are the vacancies located?
The vacancies are at PGIMER Chandigarh and PGI Satellite Centre, Sangrur, Punjab.