AP Guntur Zone-III Announces 150 Staff Nurse Vacancies for 2026 Recruitment Drive
The Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Guntur (Zone-III), has officially published a significant recruitment notification, identified as No. 01/2026, targeting the recruitment of 150 staff nurses. This initiative is specifically designed to bolster the healthcare workforce at the Government General Hospital located in Piduguralla, within the Palnadu district of Andhra Pradesh.
Recruitment Details and Application Timeline
The recruitment process is being conducted on a contract basis, with appointments initially set for a period of one year commencing from the date of joining. Interested candidates are required to submit their applications through offline mode exclusively. The application window opened on March 17, 2026, and will conclude at 5:00 PM on March 25, 2026. It is crucial for applicants to adhere to this deadline, as late submissions will not be entertained.
The 150 vacancies are categorized under Zone-III (Guntur) and are currently tentative. The department reserves the right to modify the number of positions based on evolving requirements and administrative decisions. Furthermore, the merit list generated from this recruitment will remain valid for a duration of one year from its date of publication, providing a window for potential appointments.
Eligibility Criteria and Age Relaxations
Candidates must possess a B.Sc. Nursing degree or a General Nursing and Midwifery qualification from a recognized institution. This educational background will be utilized to compute service weightage for contract or outsourced services following the completion of the relevant nursing course.
The upper age limit for applicants is fixed at 42 years as of March 1, 2026. Age relaxations are applicable for reserved categories to promote inclusivity:
- SC, ST, BC, and EWS candidates are eligible for a five-year extension.
- Ex-servicemen can avail a three-year relaxation.
- Persons with benchmark disabilities are granted a ten-year age relaxation.
Application Fee and Submission Process
Applicants are mandated to pay a non-refundable application fee via a Demand Draft, which must be drawn in favor of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Guntur. The fee structure is as follows:
- Rs. 500 for OC (Open Category) candidates.
- Rs. 300 for SC, ST, BC, and PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) applicants.
The application form must be downloaded, printed, and meticulously filled out in English. Candidates need to affix a recent passport-size photograph and attach self-attested copies of essential documents, including educational certificates, nursing council registration, category certificates, and any relevant experience certificates.
The completed application package, comprising the form and the Demand Draft, should be submitted either in person or by post to the Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Guntur, within the stipulated timeframe. An acknowledgement slip will be provided upon submission to confirm receipt.
Prospective applicants are advised to review all notification details thoroughly and ensure compliance with the specified guidelines to avoid disqualification. This recruitment drive represents a vital opportunity for nursing professionals to contribute to the public healthcare system in Andhra Pradesh, addressing staffing needs in a key medical facility.
