AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: Apply Offline for 150 Posts, Eligibility, Salary & Last Date

The Government of Andhra Pradesh – Health Medical & Family Welfare Department (HMFW AP) has released an official notification for AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026. A total of 150 Staff Nurse vacancies have been announced on a contract basis at Government General Hospital, Piduguralla (Palnadu District).

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualifications to secure a government healthcare job in Andhra Pradesh.

AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – Overview

The recruitment aims to strengthen healthcare services in government hospitals across the region.

Vacancy Details

All vacancies are under Guntur Zone-III and are subject to change based on departmental requirements.

Educational Qualification

To apply for AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026, candidates must have:

• GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) OR
• B.Sc Nursing degree
• Valid registration with AP Nursing Council (APNMC) or equivalent

Candidates without proper registration will not be considered eligible.

Age Limit

• Maximum Age: 42 years (as on 01 March 2026)
• Age relaxation:
  • SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
  • PwBD: 10 years
  • Ex-servicemen: 3 years + service
• Maximum age with relaxation: 52 years

Salary / Pay Scale

• Salary will be provided as per Andhra Pradesh government norms for contract staff nurses
• Expected range: ?10,000 – ?40,000 per month depending on experience and posting

Application Fee

• General (OC): ?500
• SC/ST/BC/PwD: ?300

Fee must be paid via Demand Draft in favor of the Regional Director, Medical & Health Services.

Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 17 March 2026
• Application Start Date: 17 March 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 25 March 2026 (5:00 PM)

Candidates should submit applications early due to the short application window.

Selection Process

The selection process is merit-based and does not include a written exam:

1. Academic Marks (75%) – Based on GNM/B.Sc Nursing scores
2. Experience Weightage (10%)
3. Contract/Service Weightage (15%)

Final selection is based on a 100-mark merit list.

• Download Notification PDF: Click Here
• Download Application Proforma: Click Here
• Official Website:Click Here

How to Apply Offline

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: cfw.ap.nic.in
2. Download the Staff Nurse application form
3. Fill in all details carefully
4. Attach required documents:
   • Educational certificates
   • Nursing registration certificate
   • Experience certificates
5. Pay application fee via Demand Draft
6. Send the application to:

Regional Director of Medical & Health Services
Guntur (Zone-III), Andhra Pradesh

7. Ensure submission before 25 March 2026

Documents Required

• SSC / 10th Certificate
• GNM / B.Sc Nursing Certificates
• AP Nursing Council Registration
• Experience Certificates
• Caste Certificate (if applicable)
• Passport-size photographs

Why Apply for AP Staff Nurse Jobs?

• Government healthcare job opportunity
• Experience in public health sector
• Opportunity to work in state hospitals
• Valuable experience for future medical careers

Important Tips for Candidates

• Ensure valid nursing registration certificate
• Submit application before deadline
• Double-check documents before sending
• Highlight experience for better merit ranking

Conclusion

The AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 for 150 posts is a great opportunity for nursing professionals to work in the Andhra Pradesh government health sector. With no written exam and merit-based selection, eligible candidates should apply offline as soon as possible.