BFUHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – Punjab Health Department Invites Online Applications for 672 Posts at bfuhs.ac.in
Advt No – BFU-26/06 | Notification Date – 13 March 2026 | Application Start – 13 March 2026 | Last Date – 02 April 2026 | Total Posts – 672 | Salary – Rs. 29,200 to Rs. 92,300/-
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot has released the Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 notification under Advertisement No. BFU-26/06 on 13 March 2026. The university invites online applications for 672 Staff Nurse vacancies under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of Punjab. Selected candidates will be posted at various government health institutions across Punjab.
Online applications open from 13 March 2026 and close on 02 April 2026 through the official website bfuhs.ac.in. The last date is just 20 days away — nursing candidates with GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification and PNRC registration must act fast.
Read the full details below — eligibility, age limit, fee, salary, selection process, and step-by-step application guide.
BFUHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026:
| Conducting Body | Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS), Faridkot |
| Advertisement No. | BFU-26/06 |
| Department | Department of Health and Family Welfare, Punjab |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 672 |
| Salary | Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300/- per month |
| Qualification | GNM Diploma or B.Sc Nursing + PNRC Registration |
| Age Limit | 18 to 37 Years (as on 01 January 2026) |
| Application Start Date | 13 March 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Various Punjab Government Health Institutions |
| Official Website | bfuhs.ac.in |
Vacancy Details:
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 672 |
| Total | 672 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfil all three of the following conditions to be eligible:
Condition 1 – Schooling: Passed Senior Secondary (10+2 / Part-II) or equivalent examination from a recognised Board or university.
Condition 2 – Nursing Qualification (either of the two):
- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognised university or institution, OR
- B.Sc Nursing from a recognised university or institution.
Important: Nursing degree or diploma obtained through distance learning / correspondence mode will not be accepted under any circumstances.
Condition 3 – Registration: Must be registered as Nurse and Midwife with the Punjab Nurses Registration Council (PNRC), Chandigarh, established under the Punjab Nurses Registration Act, 1932.
Language Requirement: As per Punjab Government norms, candidates must have passed Punjabi as a subject at Matriculation (10th) level.
Citizenship: Only Indian citizens are eligible to apply.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2026)
| Criterion | Age |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
| Maximum Age | 37 Years |
Age Relaxation:
| SC / BC Candidates | Up to 5 years |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Up to 10 years |
| Widows / Divorcees / Certain Categories of Married Women | Up to 40 years (upper age limit) |
| Punjab Govt / Board / Corporation / Commission Employees + All State / Central Govt Employees | Up to 45 years (upper age limit) |
| Ex-Servicemen | Military service period deducted + additional relaxation as per Punjab Govt rules |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Categories Except SC | Rs. 2,360/- (Fee Rs. 2,000 + GST Rs. 360 @ 18%) |
| SC Category | Rs. 1,180/- (Fee Rs. 1,000 + GST Rs. 180 @ 18%) |
| Payment Mode | Online only |
Application fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
Salary
| Post Name | Pay Scale (Per Month) |
|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | Rs. 29,200 – Rs. 92,300/- |
Pay scale is as per the Punjab Health and Family Welfare Technical (Group ‘C’) Service Rules, along with applicable allowances.
Important Dates:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 March 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 13 March 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
The application window is only 20 days. Do not wait for the last day — submit your form early to avoid technical issues.
Selection Process:
BFUHS selects Staff Nurse candidates through a two-component system carrying a total of 100 marks:
| Component | Marks |
|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 Marks |
| Experience | 10 Marks |
Key Points:
- The written examination tests nursing knowledge and professional subject matter.
- Experience marks add to the final merit score — more relevant nursing experience gives you an edge.
- Final appointment is subject to document verification, medical fitness examination, and police verification wherever applicable.
How to Apply Online for BFUHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
Step 1 – Visit the official website www.bfuhs.ac.in
Step 2 – Find and click on the link for “BFUHS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – Advt No. BFU-26/06”.
Step 3 – Download and read the official notification PDF completely. Confirm your qualification, PNRC registration status, age, and other eligibility conditions before proceeding.
Step 4 – Click on the “Apply Online” link and register on the portal with your valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 5 – Fill in all personal, educational, nursing qualification, and PNRC registration details accurately in the application form.
Step 6 – Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and required certificates (10th, 12th, GNM/B.Sc Nursing, PNRC registration, experience certificates) in the prescribed format and size.
Step 7 – Pay the application fee online as per your category (Rs. 2,360/- for General / Rs. 1,180/- for SC).
Step 8 – Review the entire form carefully before final submission. Check all details including PNRC registration number.
Step 9 – Submit and save or print the Application Reference Number and fee receipt for future use.
Documents to Keep Ready Before Applying
- Valid Email ID and Active Mobile Number
- Class 10th Marksheet and Certificate (with Punjabi as a subject)
- Class 12th / Senior Secondary Certificate
- GNM Diploma Marksheet and Certificate OR B.Sc Nursing Degree
- PNRC Registration Certificate (Punjab Nurses Registration Council)
- Experience Certificate(s) — if applicable, for experience marks
- Category Certificate — SC/BC/PwD (if applicable)
- Ex-Serviceman Discharge Certificate (if applicable)
- Recent Passport-size Photograph (clear background)
- Scanned Signature
Note: Nursing qualification through distance/correspondence mode will be rejected. Make sure your GNM or B.Sc Nursing is from a recognised institution with regular/full-time mode of study.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Here |
| Official Website | bfuhs.ac.in |
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official BFUHS notification (Advt No. BFU-26/06) released at bfuhs.ac.in on 13 March 2026. Candidates must download and read the complete official notification PDF before submitting their application. Check bfuhs.ac.in regularly for any updates, corrigendum, or exam date announcements.