GMC Handwara Opens Recruitment for 108 Junior Staff Nurse Positions
The Government Medical College (GMC) Handwara has officially announced a significant recruitment drive for the year 2026, inviting applications for 108 Junior Staff Nurse posts. These positions will be filled on an academic arrangement basis, providing substantial employment opportunities in the healthcare sector of Jammu and Kashmir.
Vacancy Distribution and Reservation Categories
The 108 available positions have been distributed across various reservation categories to ensure equitable representation. The breakdown includes:
- Open Merit
- Scheduled Caste (SC)
- Scheduled Tribe (ST)
- Other Backward Classes (OBC)
- Residents of Backward Areas (RBA)
- Actual Line of Control/International Border (ALC/IB)
- Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)
Essential Eligibility Criteria for Applicants
Prospective candidates must meet specific educational and professional requirements to be considered eligible for these nursing positions:
- Educational Qualification: Applicants must have completed their 10+2 education with Science stream and possess either a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or a B.Sc. Nursing degree from a recognized institution.
- Professional Registration: Mandatory registration with the Jammu and Kashmir Nursing Council at the time of application submission.
- Age Limit: The upper age limit for applicants has been set at 63 years as per the official notification.
- Experience Requirement: No prior work experience has been made mandatory, making these positions accessible to fresh graduates who meet the educational and registration criteria.
Comprehensive Application Process Timeline
The recruitment process follows a structured timeline with specific deadlines that candidates must adhere to:
Online Application Phase: The online application portal opened on January 28, 2026. Candidates must complete and submit their online applications before February 19, 2026, by 3:00 PM.
Hard Copy Submission: After successful online submission, applicants are required to send a physical copy of their completed application form along with all necessary supporting documents to the Office of the Registrar Academics at GMC Handwara. The deadline for hard copy submission is February 26, 2026, by 4:00 PM.
Application Fee: A non-refundable application fee of Rs 700 must be paid exclusively through a Jammu and Kashmir Bank challan. No alternative payment methods will be accepted.
Selection Methodology and Examination Process
The selection process will be conducted in strict accordance with applicable government regulations and orders. The college administration has outlined a transparent selection mechanism:
- If the number of applications received exceeds manageable limits, GMC Handwara reserves the right to conduct a written examination consisting of multiple-choice questions.
- The final merit list will be prepared based on candidates' eligibility credentials and their performance in the selection process.
- All selection procedures will adhere to government-mandated guidelines to ensure fairness and transparency.
Important Instructions for Prospective Applicants
Candidates are strongly advised to carefully review the official notification before initiating their application process. Several critical points require attention:
- Applications that are incomplete or contain inaccurate information will be summarily rejected.
- Forms submitted after the specified deadlines, either online or in hard copy format, will not be considered under any circumstances.
- All eligibility criteria must be met at the time of application submission, with particular emphasis on valid registration with the J&K Nursing Council.
- Candidates should ensure they have all necessary documents ready before beginning the application process to avoid last-minute complications.
This recruitment drive represents a significant opportunity for nursing professionals and fresh graduates in Jammu and Kashmir to secure government medical college positions. The academic arrangement basis of employment offers stability and professional growth prospects within the healthcare education sector.
