If you want a nursing job in Uttar Pradesh in 2026, you can target several state and central exams offering UP-based hospital postings — including SGPGI Lucknow, KGMU, RML, central exams like AIIMS NORCET, ESIC and RRB, and UP state staff-nurse recruitments. A GNM or B.Sc Nursing qualification with valid council registration is the common eligibility.
Uttar Pradesh has a large number of government hospitals and medical institutions, creating strong and steady demand for qualified nurses. Aspirants who want a UP posting can prepare for multiple exams that lead to nursing jobs across the state. Here is an overview of the main routes to UP nursing jobs in 2026 and how to plan your preparation smartly.
Exams That Lead to UP Nursing Jobs 2026
| Route / Exam | Type | Posting |
|---|---|---|
| SGPGI Nursing Officer (CRT) | Institute (UP) | SGPGI Lucknow |
| KGMU Nursing Officer | Institute (UP) | KGMU Lucknow |
| RML Nursing Officer | Institute | RML institute(s) |
| UP State Staff Nurse (UPSSSC / Health Dept.) | State | UP government hospitals |
| AIIMS NORCET | Central (national) | Includes AIIMS in UP (e.g., Gorakhpur, Rae Bareli) |
| ESIC Nursing Officer | Central | ESIC hospitals incl. UP |
| RRB Staff Nurse | Central (Railways) | Railway hospitals incl. UP zones |
Common Eligibility Across Routes
- Qualification: GNM diploma or B.Sc / Post-Basic / M.Sc Nursing from a recognised institute.
- Registration: valid Nurse & Midwife registration with a State / Indian Nursing Council.
- Experience: some posts require experience for GNM holders (often 2 years / 50-bed hospital).
- Age: generally 18–40 years, with category-wise relaxation.
Smart Preparation Strategy
- The syllabi overlap heavily — prepare core nursing subjects once, thoroughly, and apply to multiple exams.
- Practise CBT mock tests and develop a negative-marking strategy.
- Track official notifications and apply to every eligible UP-posting exam to maximise chances.
Official Sources
- SGPGIMS Lucknow: www.sgpgims.org.in
- AIIMS NORCET: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Always check the official website of each recruiting body for current vacancies.
Conclusion
UP offers many paths to a government nursing job in 2026 — institute exams (SGPGI, KGMU, RML), state staff-nurse recruitments, and central exams with UP postings. Since the core syllabus overlaps, a single strong preparation effort lets you apply widely and dramatically improve your chances of landing a UP nursing role.
Disclaimer: Vacancy numbers, postings and eligibility vary by recruitment and may change. This article is informational only — always confirm from the official notifications of each exam.