AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 out for 150 Posts
The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Medical and Health Department, has released the AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 notification for 150 contract-based posts at Government General Hospital (GGH), Piduguralla, Palnadu District under Guntur Zone III. The notification, issued as No. 01/2026 dated 17 March 2026 by the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Guntur Zone III, follows the instructions of the Director of Public Health and Family Welfare, AP, Vijayawada.
Candidates who have completed General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc (Nursing) and are registered with APNMC or any other recognized nursing council are eligible to apply. The appointment will be on a contract basis initially for one year. Interested candidates must submit their applications offline to the Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Aswini Hospital Backside, Old Itukulabatti Road, Guntur, by 25 March 2026, 5:00 PM. The application form is available on the official portal http://cfw.ap.nic.in from 10:00 AM on 17 March 2026.
Post Details
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Government of Andhra Pradesh, Medical and Health Department |
| Notification No. | 01/2026 Dt 17-03-2026 |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 150 (Zone III – Guntur) |
| Type of Appointment | Contract Basis (Zonal Cadre) – initially for 1 year |
| Hospital / Location | GGH Piduguralla, Palnadu District |
| Educational Qualification | General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) / B.Sc (Nursing) |
| Age Limit | Upper limit 42 years (as on 01.03.2026) |
| Application Fee (OC) | ₹500 (Demand Draft) |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/BC/PH) | ₹300 (Demand Draft) |
| Application Mode | Offline only |
| Application Start Date | 17 March 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last Date to Apply | 25 March 2026 by 05:00 PM |
| Selection Process | Merit List based on marks (Total 100 marks) |
| Official Website | http://cfw.ap.nic.in |
Important Dates
| Activity | Date / Details |
|---|---|
| Notification Issue Date | 17 March 2026 |
| Application Proforma Available From | 17 March 2026 (10:00 AM onwards) at cfw.ap.nic.in |
| Last Date to Submit Application | 25 March 2026 by 05:00 PM |
| Merit List Validity | One year from date of publishing on website |
| Tenure of Appointment | Initially 1 year from date of joining (extendable) |
Eligibility Criteria
- The candidate must possess General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc (Nursing) qualification from a recognised institution as on the date of this notification. Candidates must also hold a valid registration certificate with A.P.N.M.C or any other council constituted under the relevant rules for the specific course. The marks obtained in GNM / B.Sc (Nursing) qualification will be taken for reckoning weightage for contract/outsource/honorarium service and for waiting period weightage after completion of the qualification.
Fee Structure
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| OC (Open Category) | ₹500/- |
| SC / ST / BC / Physically Challenged | ₹300/- |
Age Limits
- The maximum age for the Staff Nurse post is 42 years as of 01 March 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as follows:
- Category-wise Age Relaxation:
- SC / ST / BC / EWS: 5 years
- Ex-Servicemen: 3 years, in addition to the period of service in the armed forces
- Differently Abled Persons: 10 years
- Maximum age limit after applying all relaxations: 52 years
Total Post
150 Posts
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Zone | No. of Vacancies | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | Zone III (Guntur) | 150 | GNM / B.Sc (Nursing) |
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| Mode Of Selection |
| Academic Marks (75%): 75% weightage will be allocated for the aggregate marks obtained in all years of the qualifying examination (GNM / B.Sc Nursing) or equivalent qualification. Experience Weightage (up to 10 marks): 1.0 mark per completed year after acquiring the requisite qualification as mentioned in the pass certificate. Weightage will be reckoned up to the date of notification as per Govt. Memo No. 4274/D1/2013, HM&FW (D1) Dept., Dt. 10.07.2014. Contract / Outsourcing / Honorarium Service Weightage (up to 15%): Candidates working on contract/outsourcing/honorarium basis including COVID-19 service will be given up to 15% weightage subject to satisfactory service certified by the competent authority. COVID-19 weightage is 0.8 marks per completed month for service less than 6 months. Weightage based on Working Area: 2.5 marks per six months in Tribal Area; 2.0 marks per six months in Rural Area; 1.0 mark per six months in Urban Area. CHOs (MLHPs) Weightage: As per G.O.RT.No.108, HM&FW(E1), service rendered in the cadre of CHOs (MLHPs) working in Village Health Clinics will also be considered for service weightage for future recruitment of Staff Nurse on contract basis. |
| Important Instructions |
| Applications for the AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 must be submitted offline only. Applications submitted through any other mode, including online, will not be accepted under any circumstances. The completed application must be submitted to: Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Aswini Hospital Backside, Old Itukulabatti Road, Guntur by 25 March 2026, 5:00 PM. An acknowledgment receipt, along with a check-slip of enclosures, must be obtained from the office upon submission. Candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for the post applied. Any candidate providing false information or making incorrect declarations at any stage will be disqualified from this and future recruitments by the department. The application form (proforma) is available on the official portal http://cfw.ap.nic.in from 10:00 AM on 17 March 2026. Candidates are advised to regularly check the website for updates. Candidates claiming service weightage must submit the original contract/outsourcing/honorarium service certificate in the prescribed format issued by the competent authority, along with a copy of the appointment order. Applications without valid service certificates will not be considered for service weightage. If additional service period exists, a fresh certificate must be obtained and enclosed. Contract service will be considered only up to 17 March 2026. Reservations will be provided as per Rule 22 of AP State and Subordinate Services Rules, including categories for BC, SC, ST, EWS, Differently Abled, Ex-Servicemen, and Meritorious Sports Persons, according to relevant government orders. The Presidential Order as per GO Ms. No. 674 GA (SPF.A) Dept dated 28.10.1975, and related orders regarding local candidature, are applicable. Candidates migrated from Telangana must submit a certificate of local candidature as per GO Nos. 132 & 133 dated 13.06.2017. Selected candidates must stay at the Bonafide Headquarters and comply with all government rules in force. The initial tenure of appointment is one year from the date of joining, which may be extended as per government instructions. The Selection Committee reserves the right to terminate contract service at any time with one month’s notice. Submission of an application confirms that the candidate has read the notification and agrees to abide by all terms and conditions. The department’s decisions regarding candidature, counselling, and selection will be final and binding. Candidates must submit clear and legible documents. Applications with missing, unclear, or incomplete documents will be rejected outright. |
How to Apply
Step 1: Application Fee
- Visit the official website http://cfw.ap.nic.in from 10:00 AM on 17.03.2026 and download the application proforma for the post of Staff Nurse on Contract Basis.
- Fill in the application form clearly in English with all required personal, educational and service details. Ensure all fields are filled correctly.
- Obtain a Demand Draft for the applicable application fee in favour of the Regional Director of Medical & Health Services, Guntur (for Zone III applicants).
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents including qualification certificates, registration certificate, caste/EWS/disability certificate (if applicable), and service certificates (if claiming weightage).
- Enclose a self-addressed envelope (10 × 4) with a Postal Stamp of ₹40/-.
- Submit the filled-in application along with all enclosures in person at the Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Aswini Hospital Backside, Old Itukulabatti Road, Guntur on or before 25 March 2026 by 05:00 PM.
- Collect an acknowledgment with check-slip of enclosures from the office for future reference.
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AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many vacancies are available?
A total of 150 Staff Nurse posts have been announced on a contract basis for Zone III (Guntur), specifically for GGH Piduguralla in Palnadu District. The number of vacancies is tentative and may vary depending on departmental needs.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
Candidates must submit their completed application forms to the Regional Director’s office in Guntur by 25 March 2026, before 5:00 PM.
Q3. What are the required educational qualifications?
Applicants should have completed either General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution. Additionally, they must possess valid registration with the A.P. Nursing and Midwives Council (APNMC) or an equivalent authority.
Q4. What is the age limit?
The maximum age limit is 42 years as of 01 March 2026. Age relaxations are applicable as follows:
- 5 years for SC/ST/BC/EWS candidates
- 10 years for persons with disabilities
- 3 years plus service duration for ex-servicemen
The maximum permissible age after applying all relaxations is 52 years.
Q5. What is the application fee?
- ₹500 for OC candidates
- ₹300 for SC/ST/BC/Physically Challenged candidates
The fee must be paid via Demand Draft in favor of the Regional Director of Medical & Health Services of the respective zone.
Q6. What is the selection process?
Selection will be based on a merit system totaling 100 marks, distributed as follows:
- 75 marks for academic performance in the qualifying examination
- Up to 10 marks for work experience (1 mark per completed year)
- Up to 15 marks for service in contract, outsourcing, or honorarium roles, including COVID-19 duty
Q7. Is this a permanent job?
No, the position is purely contractual. The initial appointment is for one year and may be extended based on government policies. The contract can be terminated at any time with one month’s notice.
Q8. Where should the application be submitted?
Candidates must submit their completed applications along with all required documents in person at the Office of the Regional Director of Medical & Health Services, located behind Aswini Hospital, Old Itukulabatti Road, Guntur, on or before 25 March 2026 by 5:00 PM.