If you are exploring nursing opportunities in the central government, SSC Nursing Officer 2026 recruitment gives you that across major government health organisations.
The current Phase-XIV vacancy notice lists several Nursing Officer vacancies across three post codes. These posts are under the Central Government Health Scheme, the All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health, and the Central Leprosy Teaching and Research Institute.
SSC Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026
The official Phase-XIV vacancy table lists the following Nursing Officer posts:
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Post Code | Organisation | Age Limit | Pay Level | Examination Level | Vacancies |
MP10726 | Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) | 18–30 years | Level 7 | Higher Secondary (10+2) | 107 |
MP13526 | All India Institute of Hygiene and Public Health, DGHS | 18–25 years | Level 7 | Matriculation | 8 |
SR14626 | Central Leprosy Teaching and Research Institute, DGHS | 18–25 years | Level 7 | Higher Secondary (10+2) | 9 |
Total | — | — | — | — | 124 |
SSC Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria 2026
Your eligibility depends on the Nursing Officer post code you select.
The broad post-wise position is:
Post Code | Examination Level | Age Limit | Pay Level |
MP10726 | Higher Secondary (10+2) | 18–30 years | Level 7 |
MP13526 | Matriculation | 18–25 years | Level 7 |
SR14626 | Higher Secondary (10+2) | 18–25 years | Level 7 |
Do not assume that a B.Sc. Nursing or GNM qualification automatically makes you eligible for every Nursing Officer vacancy. The essential qualification and registration requirements are post-specific and must be matched with your selected post code.
SSC Nursing Officer Exam Date 2026
The SSC Selection Post Phase-XIV/2026 Computer-Based Examination is scheduled for September 16 to September 26, 2026. The latest SSC update confirms this examination window.
Event | Date/Status |
SSC Phase-XIV CBE | September 16–26, 2026 |
Exam mode | Computer-Based Examination |
Exam city/venue information | Released |
Admission Certificate | Released before the examination |
Individual exam date and shift | As allotted by SSC |
The exact date and shift assigned to you are mentioned on your Admission Certificate.
SSC Nursing Officer Salary 2026
All three Nursing Officer vacancies listed in Phase-XIV carry Pay Level 7.
Salary Component | Details |
Pay Level | Level 7 |
Basic Pay | ₹44,900–₹1,42,400 |
Allowances | As applicable under Central Government rules |
In-hand salary | Depends on applicable allowances and deductions |
Your actual monthly in-hand salary will depend on the allowances applicable to your posting and the deductions from your salary.
SSC Nursing Officer Exam Pattern 2026
The Phase-XIV CBE is an objective-type examination. SSC conducts separate examination levels according to the minimum educational qualification prescribed for the post.
Subject | Questions | Marks |
General Intelligence | 25 | 50 |
General Awareness | 25 | 50 |
Quantitative Aptitude | 25 | 50 |
English Language | 25 | 50 |
Total | 100 | 200 |
Duration: 60 minutes
Sectional timing: 15 minutes for each section
Negative marking: 0.50 marks for every wrong answer
Medium: Hindi and English
Candidates eligible for the prescribed scribe facility receive additional compensatory time according to SSC's rules.
Important: Which Exam Level Will You Take?
Your Nursing Officer post determines the examination level.
MP10726 → Higher Secondary (10+2) level
MP13526 → Matriculation level
SR14626 → Higher Secondary (10+2) level
If you have applied for posts at more than one educational level, SSC's rules require you to appear separately for each applicable examination level.
SSC Nursing Officer Syllabus 2026
Subject | Matriculation Level | 10+2 Level |
General Intelligence | Similarities and differences; Space visualisation; Problem solving; Analysis and judgment; Decision making; Visual memory; Relationship concepts; Figure classification; Number series; Non-verbal series | Analogy; Classification; Venn diagrams; Coding-decoding; Number and semantic series; Figural patterns; Problem solving; Critical thinking; Emotional and social intelligence; Verbal and non-verbal reasoning |
General Awareness | Current affairs; History; Culture; Geography; Economic scene; General polity; Indian Constitution; Scientific research; India and neighbouring countries | Current affairs; History; Culture; Geography; Economic scene; General polity; Indian Constitution; Scientific research; India and neighbouring countries |
Quantitative Aptitude | Number systems; Whole numbers; Decimals and fractions; Percentage; Ratio and proportion; Average; Interest; Profit and loss; Discount; Time and distance; Time and work; Mensuration; Tables and graphs | All Matriculation-level topics, along with Algebra; Geometry; Trigonometry; Statistical charts; and more advanced arithmetic concepts |
English Language | Vocabulary; Grammar; Sentence structure; Synonyms and antonyms; Spotting errors; Fill in the blanks; Spellings; Idioms and phrases; One-word substitution; Sentence improvement; Active and passive voice; Direct and indirect speech; Comprehension | Vocabulary; Grammar; Sentence structure; Synonyms and antonyms; Spotting errors; Fill in the blanks; Spellings; Idioms and phrases; One-word substitution; Sentence improvement; Active and passive voice; Direct and indirect speech; Comprehension |
How to Prepare for SSC Nursing Officer 2026
Your preparation should follow the examination level attached to your post.
Step 1: Identify your post code |
SSC Nursing Officer Selection Process 2026
The recruitment process looks like this:
Computer-Based Examination |
SSC Nursing Officer 2026: Qualifying Marks
Candidate Category | Minimum Qualifying Percentage |
UR | 30% |
OBC/EWS | 25% |
Other Categories | 20% |
SSC Nursing Officer 2026: Shortlisting Criteria
Vacancy Position in Relevant Post Category | Shortlisting Ratio | Minimum Candidates |
More than 5 vacancies | 1:15 | 150 |
Up to 5 vacancies | 1:30 | As per applicable shortlisting requirement |
If you meet the minimum qualifying standard you will be considered for the shortlist based on the merit and the number of vacancies in the relevant post category.
Documents Required for Verification After Qualifying
Once you qualify in the CBE and are shortlisted, you are required to upload supporting documents for scrutiny.
Document Category | Documents you may need to produce |
Matriculation Certificate | Required |
Nursing Qualification Certificate | Required, as prescribed for the post |
Registration Documents | Where applicable |
Experience Certificate | Where applicable |
Category Certificate | If applicable |
Age-Relaxation Certificate | If applicable |
PwBD/ESM Documents | Where applicable |
The concerned User Department conducts the Document Verification, so you should keep the original documents ready for verification.
Merely appearing in or qualifying the examination does not by itself guarantee appointment. Your candidature remains subject to meeting the prescribed eligibility conditions and successful document verification.
SSC Nursing Officer Career Growth
Your promotion will depend on the organisation, applicable recruitment rules and departmental vacancies.
Nursing Officer |
Avoid relying on a fixed number of years for promotion unless the applicable recruitment rules for your appointed organisation specify it.
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