The Government of Telangana has announced an important update regarding the recruitment of Nursing Officers (Staff Nurse) under Notification No.04/2024. Initially issued on 18th September 2024, this recruitment aims to fill 2050 Nursing Officer positions across various medical institutions. The Medical and Health Services Recruitment Board (MHSRB) has extended the last date to submit applications, providing additional time for aspiring candidates to apply.
Telangana Nursing Officer Application Deadline Extended
The initial deadline for submitting applications was 14th October 2024. However, the deadline has been extended to 5:00 PM on 19th October 2024. This gives candidates extra time to complete their online applications.
Telangana Nursing Officer Application Editing Window
Candidates who have already submitted their applications will have an opportunity to make edits or corrections during the editing window from 10:30 AM on 21st October 2024 to 5:00 PM on 22nd October 2024.
Key Dates for Telangana Nursing Officer Recruitment 2024
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start Date | 28th September 2024 |
| Last Date for Submission | 19th October 2024 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Editing Window | 21st October 2024, 10:30 AM – 22nd October 2024, 5:00 PM |
| Examination Date (CBT) | 23rd November 2024 (postponed from 17th November 2024) |
| Hall Ticket Download | To be notified |
Candidates are urged to complete their applications before the extended deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Telangana Nursing Officer Vacancy Distribution
The recruitment process will fill 2050 Nursing Officer positions across multiple departments. Below is the breakdown of vacancies:
| Post | Department | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | Director of Public Health & Family Welfare/Director of Medical Education | 1576 |
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | Telangana Vaidya Vidhana Parishad (TVVP) | 332 |
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | AYUSH | 61 |
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | Institute of Preventive Medicine | 1 |
| Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) | MNJ Institute of Oncology & Regional Cancer Centre (MNJIO&RCC) | 80 |
| Total | – | 2050 |
Telangana Nursing Officer Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the position of Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse), candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Educational Qualification:
- General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Registration with the Telangana Nursing Council is mandatory.
- Age Limit:
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 46 years (as of 01/07/2024)
- Age Relaxations apply for specific categories (e.g., Government employees, Ex-servicemen, SC/ST, BC, PH).
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| Telangana State Government Employees | Up to 5 years |
| Ex-Servicemen | 3 years + length of service |
| NCC (as Instructor) | 3 years + length of service |
| SC/ST/BC/EWS | 5 years |
| Physically Handicapped (PH) | 10 years |
Telangana Nursing Officer Selection Process
The selection will be based on 100 points, divided into two components:
- Written Examination (80 points):
- Consists of 80 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs), each carrying 1 mark.
- Service Weightage (20 points):
- A maximum of 20 points for service rendered on a contract or outsourced basis in State Government hospitals/institutions.
- 2.5 points for every 6 months of service in tribal areas.
- 2 points for every 6 months of service in non-tribal areas.
- Only experience in the same category of post (Staff Nurse) will be counted.
Telangana Nursing Officer Application Fees
Candidates must submit the application fee and the examination fee as per their category:
| Category | Application Fee | Examination Fee |
|---|---|---|
| General (Outside Telangana) | ₹200 | ₹500 |
| Telangana SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH/Ex-Servicemen | Exempted | ₹500 |
| Telangana State Unemployed (18-46 years) | Exempted | ₹500 |
Required Documents for Telangana Nursing Officer Online Application
Candidates must upload the following documents as part of the online application process:
| Document Name | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aadhaar Card | Identification |
| SSC or 10th Class Certificate | Proof of Date of Birth |
| GNM/B.Sc. Nursing Certificate | Qualification Proof |
| Telangana Nursing Council Registration Certificate | Proof of Nursing Registration |
| Experience Certificate (if applicable) | Contract/Outsourced Service Proof |
| Study Certificate (Class 1-7) | Local Status Proof |
| Community Certificate (SC/ST/BC) | Reservation Claim (if applicable) |
| Non-Creamy Layer Certificate (BCs) | Latest certificate for BC candidates |
| Income and Asset Certificate (EWS) | EWS Reservation Proof |
| SADAREM Certificate (if applicable) | PH Reservation Proof |
| Sports Certificate (if applicable) | Sports Quota Reservation |
| Photograph and Signature | In JPG/JPEG/PNG format |
Telangana Nursing Officer Examination Centers
Candidates can choose their examination center from the following list:
| Center Name | Center Name |
|---|---|
| Hyderabad | Nalgonda |
| Khammam | Warangal |
| Karimnagar | Mahbubnagar |
| Nizamabad | Sangareddy |
For more detailed information, including the complete syllabus and annexures for various certificates, candidates can refer to the official Notification No.04/2024 on the MHSRB Telangana website.
