Government Nursing Jobs in India – January 2026 offer excellent career opportunities for GNM, ANM, B.Sc Nursing, and M.Sc Nursing candidates. Central and State Government health institutions have released multiple nursing vacancies this month under AIIMS, State Health Societies, Railways, ESIC, and Medical Colleges.
These government nursing jobs provide job security, attractive salary, allowances, and long-term career growth in the public healthcare
system.
? Major Government Nursing Recruitments – January 2026
? AIIMS Nursing Recruitment 2026
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released nursing vacancies on contractual and regular basis under various projects and hospitals across India.
Posts Offered:
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- Nursing Officer
- Staff Nurse (Contract)
? State Health Society / NHM Nursing Jobs
State Health Departments are recruiting Staff Nurses and ANMs under:
- National Health Mission (NHM)
- District Health Society (DHS)
These posts are available in multiple states and districts.
? Railway Nursing Jobs 2026
Indian Railways conducts recruitment for nursing staff under:
- Railway Recruitment Board (RRB)
- Railway Hospitals
Posts Offered:
- Nursing Superintendent
- Staff Nurse (Paramedical)
? ESIC Nursing Recruitment 2026
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) recruits nursing staff for:
- ESIC Medical Colleges
- ESIC Hospitals
Posts Offered:
- Nursing Officer
- Staff Nurse
? Government Medical Colleges & Hospitals
State-run medical colleges and government hospitals release nursing vacancies through:
- Walk-in Interviews
- Contractual recruitment notifications
? Eligibility Criteria (General)
- GNM / ANM / B.Sc Nursing / M.Sc Nursing
- Registration with Indian Nursing Council (INC) or State Nursing Council
- Experience required for some contractual posts
- Freshers eligible for select vacancies
? Age Limit
- Generally 18 to 35 years
- Age relaxation applicable for:
- SC / ST / OBC
- PwBD
- Ex-servicemen (as per govt rules)
? Government Nursing Salary Structure
| Post Type | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Contractual Staff Nurse | ?25,000 – ?40,000 per month |
| Regular Nursing Officer | ?44,900 – ?1,42,400 (Level-7) |
| NHM / DHS Nurse | As per State NHM norms |
? Selection Process
- Written Examination / CBT
- Skill Test / Interview
- Merit-based selection (for some posts)
? Why Choose Government Nursing Jobs in 2026?
? Permanent & contractual opportunities
? Job stability and pension benefits (regular posts)
? Respectable government service
? Opportunity to serve in national healthcare programs
? Nationwide postings including AIIMS & Railways
? Important Note
- Application process is online or offline, depending on the recruiting authority
- Candidates must regularly check official websites for updates
- Mere eligibility does not guarantee selection
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