1. Introduction + Quick Snapshot

Candidates waiting for UKMSSB notification can finally apply for the much-awaited Nursing Officer 2026 recruitment. Uttarakhand Medical Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) has announced 196 permanent posts under the Medical Health & Family Welfare Department. These posts are classified as Group ‘C’ and include both female and male positions for Diploma/Degree holders. The selection is through a direct recruitment written exam with negative marking. What makes this opportunity distinct is the clear horizontal reservation categories – including freedom fighter dependents, ex-servicemen, orphans, and state agitators – that many state-level notifications lack.

Based on official notification No. उ०चि०से०च०बो० / परी० / 16 / 2025–26 / 448, dated 03 June 2026. Verified: June 2026.

2. Quick Eligibility Check

Expert note: Unlike many states, this notification explicitly requires permanent Uttarakhand Nursing Council registration – provisional or application receipts are not accepted. Final year nursing students as of 02 July 2026 are not eligible.

3. Important Dates

4. Vacancy and Category Analysis

Category-wise breakdown insight: The unreserved category holds the highest share (153 seats – 78% of total). OBC gets only 11 seats (5.6%), SC 21 (10.7%), ST 4 (2%) and EWS 7 (3.6%). For OBC candidates, the competition is tighter because the number of posts is low relative to the applicant pool. PwD (horizontal) reservation is applicable only for “One Leg Affected (OL)” category with minimum 40% disability – no other disability types are eligible. Ex‑servicemen, freedom fighter dependents, orphan children (5% horizontal), and state agitator dependents also get horizontal quota, but only if they belong to Uttarakhand.

Competition ratio estimate: With 196 total vacancies and expected applicants around 1.5 lakh based on UKMSSB nursing officer 2024 trends, the overall selection ratio is roughly 1 in 765. Unreserved candidates face a stiffer ratio (~1:980) due to higher application volume, while SC candidates historically have better odds (~1:400) because of dedicated vacancies and lower competition within the category.

5. Salary and In-Hand Calculation

In-hand breakdown (standard Uttarakhand govt norms):
• Basic Pay: ₹44,900
• Dearness Allowance (DA – current 12% for state): ₹5,388
• House Rent Allowance (HRA – Class X city like Dehradun: 24% of basic = ₹10,776)
• Transport Allowance (TA – Level 7: ₹3,600 approx)
➜ Gross before deductions: ≈ ₹64,664
➜ NPS contribution (10% of Basic+DA = ₹5,029)
➜ CGHS/other deductions: ~₹1,000
➜ Approximate in-hand: ₹58,600 – ₹52,000 depending on city class (after tax).

Comparison: Compared to Staff Nurse in state CHC (also Level 7) which offers ₹52,000–₹54,000 in-hand in similar cities, this Nursing Officer post gives similar take-home because allowances are identical. However, nursing officers in district hospitals get slightly higher risk allowance (₹2,000–₹3,000 extra) not mentioned in this notification – confirm during document verification.

6. Application Fee

⚠️ Fee mistake to avoid: Ex-servicemen must pay according to their original category (General/OBC/SC/ST) – not a flat reduced fee. Incorrect fee payment leads to rejection without refund.

7. Age Limit

Age calculation example: A General candidate born on 15 July 1984 – age on 01 July 2025 = 40 years 11 months (eligible). An OBC candidate born 15 Aug 1978 – age = 46 years 10 months (eligible due to 5 years relaxation). Ensure your age is not exceeding the upper limit on the base date 01 July 2025, not on application date.

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8. Eligibility Criteria

Most common eligibility mistake: Candidates with nursing degrees from other states but lacking Uttarakhand council registration are disqualified – even if they hold Indian Nursing Council registration. Also, Hindi knowledge is mandatory; no certificate proof asked but test may include Hindi language questions.

Final year students? No, you must possess degree/diploma and registration certificate before 02 July 2026. Equivalent qualifications (e.g., PB B.Sc) are accepted as per INC norms.

9. Selection Process

Stage 1: Written Examination (200 marks)

Objective type, negative marking (1/4 for each wrong answer). Two papers: Paper I (100 marks – Nursing subject) and Paper II (100 marks – General Hindi, GK, General Studies). Qualifying marks: 45% for UR/OBC/EWS, 35% for SC/ST. No interview mentioned – selection purely based on written exam merit.

Stage 2: Document Verification

Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents including Uttarakhand Nursing Council registration, domicile, caste certificates. Any mismatch leads to rejection.

Prep tip: Since negative marking applies, skip uncertain questions. Focus on Nursing Foundation, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing – these carry 15–20 questions each in the degree syllabus.

10. Exam Syllabus

Exam Pattern

Detailed Syllabus (as per Annexure‑K)

Nursing – Diploma holder (100 marks)

• Nursing Foundation – 10 questions
• Medical Surgical Nursing – 15 questions
• Psychology – 10 questions
• Nutrition & Dietetics – 15 questions
• Maternal Health Nursing – 10 questions
• Child Health Nursing – 15 questions
• Community Health Nursing – 15 questions
• Mental Health Nursing – 10 questions

Nursing – Degree holder (100 marks)

• Nursing Foundation – 15 questions
• Nursing Education – 10 questions
• Nursing Administration – 10 questions
• Nursing Research & Statistics – 10 questions
• Medical Surgical Nursing – 10 questions
• Nutrition & Dietetics – 05 questions
• Mental Health Nursing – 10 questions
• Child Health Nursing – 10 questions
• Community Health Nursing – 10 questions
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology – 10 questions

General Hindi (20 marks)

Spelling, synonyms/antonyms, one-word substitution, idioms, sentence correction, sandhi, samas, Hindi grammar (noun, pronoun, verb, etc.)

General Knowledge (40 marks)

Uttarakhand geography, history, economy, culture, tourism, national/international sports, books, authors, general science.

General Studies (40 marks)

Logical reasoning, verbal & non-verbal reasoning, quantitative aptitude, data interpretation, drawing conclusions from statements.

11. How to Apply (Online)

1. Visit official UKMSSB website: www.ukmssb.org (no direct link, type manually).
2. Click “Apply Now” → “Candidate Register Here”.
3. Enter valid email ID and mobile number – registration number & password sent to both.
4. Login and fill the application form: select correct post code (801/802/803/804 as per your qualification and gender).
5. Enter Uttarakhand Nursing Council registration number, registration date, and validity date carefully.
6. Choose two exam cities from: Dehradun, Srinagar, Haldwani, Almora.
7. Upload scanned photo (20–50 KB), signature (5–20 KB), and a combined single PDF (200 KB – 2 MB) containing: High School & Intermediate marksheets, Domicile (if any), category certificate, all nursing marksheets & degree/diploma certificate, NCC (if any), and Uttarakhand Nursing Council registration certificate.
8. Pay fee via Net Banking / Debit/Credit Card / UPI. After successful payment, download the final application form.

12. Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is approximate in-hand salary for Nursing Officer 2026 after deductions?

Approximately ₹45,000 to ₹52,000 per month depending on city class and allowances. For a Dehradun posting, in-hand is around ₹52,000 after NPS and tax; for a smaller town it drops to ₹45,000–₹47,000. Under 7th Pay Commission Level 7 with DA at 12%.

2. What is the last date to apply for UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2026?

02 July 2026 up to 05:00 PM. Fee payment also closes at the same time. No offline applications accepted. Apply at least 3 days early to avoid portal congestion.

3. How many total vacancies and what are the post names?

Total 196 posts: Nursing Officer (Female) Diploma (Code 801), Nursing Officer (Female) Degree (Code 802), Nursing Officer (Male) Diploma (Code 803), Nursing Officer (Male) Degree (Code 804). Category-wise: UR 153, OBC 11, SC 21, ST 4, EWS 7.

4. What is the minimum educational qualification for Nursing Officer?

B.Sc Nursing (regular/Post Basic) OR GNM diploma from INC‑recognised institute. Additionally, you must have valid registration from Uttarakhand Nurses and Midwives Council before 02 July 2026.

5. What is the age limit for General category and relaxation for OBC/SC/ST?

Minimum 21 years, maximum 42 years for General as of 01 July 2025. OBC/SC/ST get 5 years relaxation (max 47 years). PwD get 10 years relaxation (max 52 years).

6. What is the application fee for EWS category?

₹150 for EWS, SC, ST, and PwD. General and OBC pay ₹300. Ex-servicemen pay as per their original vertical category (₹300 or ₹150).

7. Is there negative marking in the written exam?

Yes, 1/4 mark deducted for every wrong answer. No deduction for unanswered questions. Multiple answers to same question considered wrong.

8. Can final year nursing students apply?

No. You must have degree/diploma in hand and active Uttarakhand Nursing Council registration by the last date of application (02 July 2026).

9. What documents are required for horizontal reservation as “Uttarakhand Agitator dependent”?

Official identification certificate issued by competent authority (as per notification No. 244/2024) stating that the agitator has been marked as “State Agitator” and the candidate is his/her dependent (wife/husband/son/daughter).

10. Which city will have the exam centres?

Dehradun, Srinagar, Haldwani, Almora. You must choose two preferences during application. UKMSSB may add or change centres based on candidate count.