The Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board has announced an excellent opportunity for eligible candidates seeking a government job in the medical and healthcare sector. The board has invited online applications for the recruitment of Nursing Officers (Male/Female) under the Department of Medical Health and Family Welfare. These posts are backlog vacancies meant to fill long-pending positions in the state healthcare services. With a total of 103 vacancies, this recruitment drive offers a stable career, a good salary structure, and the chance to serve in the government healthcare system. Interested candidates can submit their online applications within the specified dates, provided they meet all the required eligibility conditions related to educational qualifications, age, domicile, and category-wise reservation. This article provides detailed information about the recruitment process, important dates, vacancy structure, age limit, selection process, educational requirements, reservation rules, application fees, and how to apply.
UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
- Advertisement Release Date: 18 November 2025
- Online Application Start Date: 02 December 2025
- Online Application Last Date: 22 December 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 22 December 2025 (till 5:00 PM)
Applicants must ensure that they complete both application submission and fee payment before the deadline.
Total Vacancies – 103 Nursing Officer Backlog Posts
The recruitment notification includes 103 backlog vacancies for Nursing Officer positions. These vacancies are divided into male and female posts according to diploma holders and degree holders.
1. Nursing Officer Female – Diploma Holder
- Total Posts: 63
- SC: 14
- ST: 2
- OBC: 8
- EWS: 7
- General: 32
2. Nursing Officer Female – Degree Holder
- Total Posts: 31
- SC: 10
- ST: 0
- OBC: 5
- EWS: 2
- General: 14
3. Nursing Officer Male – Diploma Holder
- Total Posts: 5
- SC: 2
- ST: 0
- OBC: 1
- EWS: 1
- General: 1
4. Nursing Officer Male – Degree Holder
- Total Posts: 4
- SC: 2
- ST: 0
- OBC: 0
- EWS: 0
- General: 2
Grand Total: 103 Posts
Vacancies may be revised as per departmental requirements.
Salary Scale – Pay Level 7
Selected candidates will receive a salary under Pay Level-7, as per the government norms:
- ₹44,900 to ₹1,42,400 per month
This includes various allowances applicable to state government employees.
Nature of Job
- Group C Post
- Non-gazetted
- Pensionable under contributory pension scheme
Eligibility Criteria for UKMSSB Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025
Candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria before applying online.
Educational Qualification
Essential Qualifications
Candidates must have any one of the following degrees/diplomas from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council:
- B.Sc. Nursing (Honours)
- Regular B.Sc. Nursing
- Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
- General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) Diploma
- Psychiatric Nursing Diploma
Registration Requirement
- Candidates must have a valid and renewed registration certificate issued by the Uttarakhand Nursing and Midwifery Council.
- Registration ID slip or application receipt will not be accepted.
- Registration must be valid till the last date of online application submission.
Knowledge of Language
- Candidates must have working knowledge of Hindi.
Preferential Qualifications
Candidates with the following additional achievements will be given preference:
- Minimum 2 years of service in the Territorial Army
- Possession of NCC “B” or “C” Certificate
Age Limit (as on 01 July 2025)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age: 42 years
Age Relaxation
Applicable as per Uttarakhand government rules:
- SC/ST/OBC of Uttarakhand: +5 years
- Dependents of Freedom Fighters: +5 years
- Persons with Disabilities: +10 years
- Ex-Servicemen: Service duration will be deducted from actual age, plus relaxation if applicable according to rules.
- Orphan Children of Uttarakhand: Relaxation applicable as per government guidelines.
Only Uttarakhand domicile candidates will receive reservation and age relaxation benefits.
Domicile Requirements
To be eligible under reserved categories, applicants must:
- Hold Uttarakhand Permanent Resident Certificate, or
- Have completed High School and Intermediate from institutions located in Uttarakhand, or
- Be the children/spouse of Uttarakhand government employees or central government employees posted in Uttarakhand.
Non-domicile candidates may apply only under the General (Unreserved) category without reservation benefits.
Reservation Details
- Reservation applies only to Uttarakhand domiciled candidates.
- Vertical and horizontal reservations will be implemented strictly according to existing state government orders.
- Categories eligible for reservation:
- SC, ST, OBC, EWS
- Ex-servicemen
- Dependents of freedom fighters
- Persons with disabilities (minimum 40%)
- Orphan children (as per official guidelines)
- Skilled sportspersons
- Uttarakhand movement activists
Application Fees
Candidates must pay the application fee based on their category:
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General | ₹300 |
| OBC (Uttarakhand) | ₹300 |
| EWS (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
| SC (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
| ST (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
| Persons with Disabilities (Uttarakhand) | ₹150 |
Important Note
- Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Payment must be made through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI.
Selection Process
The selection of candidates will be based on the following:
- Written Examination
- Conducted by UKMSSB.
- Candidates must score qualifying marks to be considered.
- Document Verification
- All original certificates must be presented.
- Incomplete or invalid documents may lead to disqualification.
- Final Merit List
- Prepared on the basis of performance in the written exam and reservation norms.
The board reserves the right to modify the selection method if required.
Documents Required
Candidates must upload clear scanned copies of the following:
- High School Certificate (Age Proof)
- Intermediate Certificate
- B.Sc. Nursing / GNM / Nursing Diploma Certificates
- Mark sheets of all semesters
- Valid registration certificate from Uttarakhand Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Ex-Servicemen / Freedom Fighter / Orphan Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to submit the online application:
- Visit the official website of the board.
- Click on “Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025”.
- Read all instructions carefully before proceeding.
- Register yourself using mobile number and email ID.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate details.
- Upload required documents in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee as per category.
- Finally, submit the application and download the confirmation page.
Candidates should keep a copy of the application form and fee receipt for future reference.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Only online applications will be accepted.
- Incomplete or wrongly filled forms may be rejected.
- Candidates must ensure that their registration certificate is valid until the last date.
- Reservation benefits are available only to Uttarakhand residents.
- Candidates working under any government department must produce a No Objection Certificate.
- Any certificate issued after the last date of application will not be considered.
