JIPMER Puducherry is one of India’s most respected medical institutions, and recruitment activity here is buzzing right now. As on 3 July 2026, the institute has a live Senior Resident rolling advertisement (89 posts) with written tests and interviews under way this week, alongside continuous Project Technician-III / Nurse contractual walk-ins with last dates in early July 2026. The regular Nursing Officer (NORCET) and next Senior Resident cycles are expected in the coming months, so interested aspirants are advised to prepare now and watch the official website.
Overview
| Recruiting Body | Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research (JIPMER), Puducherry |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer, Senior Resident, Technician / Project Technician-III & Nurse (various) |
| Category | Medical / Central Government Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | 89 (Senior Resident, current cycle) + rolling contractual posts; Nursing Officer approx. 88 (Expected, based on previous cycle) |
| Job Location | Puducherry (also Karaikal & Yanam campuses) |
| Application Mode | Online (with walk-in for contractual / SR posts) |
| Official Website | www.jipmer.edu.in |
Important Dates
| Notification Release | Released cycle-wise on the official website (latest SR advt. 05.06.2026) |
| Application Start | 05.06.2026 (current Senior Resident cycle); next cycle Expected Aug–Sep 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29.06.2026 (SR); Project Technician-III / Nurse walk-ins 02.07.2026 & 07.07.2026 (next batch rolling) |
| Exam / Interview Date | 02–04 July 2026 (SR written test & interview); NORCET exam Expected later in 2026 |
| Admit Card | Released roughly one week before the exam / interview (Expected) |
Vacancy Details
The current live Senior Resident rolling advertisement carries 89 vacancies across 27 departments (UR-41, OBC-12, SC-9, ST-25, EWS-2), as per the official notification. For the regular Nursing Officer post, JIPMER-Puducherry offered around 88 vacancies in the previous NORCET cycle (Expected, based on the previous cycle), filled through the AIIMS-conducted common exam. JIPMER also advertises Project Technician-III, Project Nurse and Technical Support posts on a contractual basis. Kindly note the exact post count for each cycle is confirmed only when the fresh notification is uploaded.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Eligibility depends on the post applied for:
- Nursing Officer: B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC or State Nursing Council recognised institute with registration as Nurse & Midwife; OR Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) with registration and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a 50-bedded hospital.
- Senior Resident: A postgraduate medical / dental degree (MD / MS / DNB / DM / MCh, as applicable) in the concerned speciality from a recognised university, with valid registration.
- Technician / Project Technician-III & Nurse: Generally 12th (Science) with a relevant diploma, or a graduate degree in the relevant field with required experience, as per the notification.
Age Limit
The upper age limit differs by post: up to 35 years for Nursing Officer and up to 45 years for Senior Resident, reckoned as on the crucial date in the notification. Age relaxation applies as per Government of India norms — 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for PwBD, plus relaxation for Ex-Servicemen and departmental candidates. Candidates are advised to confirm the exact cut-off date from the official advertisement.
Application Fee
For the regular Nursing Officer (NORCET) recruitment, the fee is Rs. 3,000 for General / OBC and Rs. 2,400 for SC/ST/EWS candidates, while PwBD applicants are exempted, as per the official notification. Many contractual Project Technician / Nurse walk-ins carry no application fee. Senior Resident and other fees vary cycle to cycle, so kindly verify the amount before paying online (net banking / card / UPI).
Salary / Pay Scale
The pay is attractive and as per the 7th Central Pay Commission. Nursing Officer is placed at Pay Level-7 (earlier scale Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600) plus allowances. Senior Resident is placed at Level-11 with basic pay of Rs. 67,700 plus NPA and allowances, taking gross emoluments to roughly Rs. 1.30 lakh per month in the first year. Contractual Project Technician-III / Nurse posts carry around Rs. 24,000 per month (Rs. 20,000 basic + 20% HRA), as per the advertisement.
Selection Process
The selection method varies by post:
- Nursing Officer: NORCET Preliminary (Stage-1, qualifying) → NORCET Main (Stage-2, merit) → choice filling → document verification → final appointment.
- Senior Resident: Written Test (Stage-1) followed by Interview (Stage-2), with final merit on an 80% (written) and 20% (interview) weightage basis.
- Project / Technician posts: Written test and/or personal interview through a walk-in.
Exam Pattern & Syllabus Highlights
For the Nursing Officer NORCET exam, the Preliminary paper has 100 MCQs for 100 marks in 90 minutes and the Main paper has 160 MCQs for 160 marks in 180 minutes, both with 1/3 negative marking. The syllabus is dominated by Nursing subjects — Medical-Surgical, Community Health, Child Health, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Psychiatric Nursing, Fundamentals of Nursing and Anatomy/Physiology — with a small portion of General Knowledge / Aptitude. For Senior Resident and technician posts, the written test focuses on the concerned speciality / technical subject.
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official JIPMER website and open the Announcement / Jobs section.
- Click on the relevant recruitment notification and read the full advertisement carefully.
- Register with a valid email ID and mobile number to create your login.
- Fill in the form with accurate personal, educational and category details.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature and documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.
- Apply directly through the official website: https://www.jipmer.edu.in
Admit Card & Result
Admit cards are released on the official JIPMER website (and, for NORCET, the AIIMS exam portal) usually about a week before the exam or interview date. Candidates must download it using their registration number and password and carry a printout with a valid photo ID to the venue. The result and merit list are published post-exam in the same Announcement section, followed by document verification and the final selection list. There is no offline dispatch, so kindly keep checking the website.
Preparation Tips & Document Checklist
Start with the previous years’ NORCET / speciality question papers, revise core nursing and clinical subjects thoroughly, and practise timed mock tests to manage negative marking. Focus on high-weightage topics and keep short revision notes. Keep these documents ready: matriculation certificate (date of birth), degree / diploma and mark sheets, nursing / medical council registration, category (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and PwBD certificates where applicable, experience certificates, recent photographs, signature, and a valid photo ID (Aadhaar / PAN / voter ID).
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the notification come?
JIPMER releases recruitment notifications cycle-wise on its official website. The current Senior Resident advertisement is already live, while the next Senior Resident and regular Nursing Officer (NORCET) notifications are Expected in the coming months. Kindly check the Announcement section regularly.
Is there any application fee for JIPMER recruitment?
Yes, for regular Nursing Officer (NORCET) the fee is Rs. 3,000 (General/OBC) and Rs. 2,400 (SC/ST/EWS), with PwBD exempted. Several contractual Project posts carry no fee.
What is the age limit?
It is up to 35 years for Nursing Officer and up to 45 years for Senior Resident, with age relaxation as per Government of India norms for reserved categories.
How will candidates be selected?
Nursing Officers are selected through the two-stage NORCET exam, Senior Residents through a written test and interview, and contractual technician / nurse posts through a walk-in test and interview.
Where do I apply for JIPMER recruitment 2026?
All applications are submitted online (or via walk-in for some posts) only through the official website, www.jipmer.edu.in.
Important Links
Official Website / Apply Online
Disclaimer: The above information is compiled from official notifications and trusted sources for the convenience of aspirants. Details marked “Expected” are tentative and based on the previous cycle. Candidates are strongly advised to verify all details on the official website (www.jipmer.edu.in) before applying.