AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 for 150 Posts – Apply Offline @ cfw.ap.nic.in

AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: Golden Opportunity for 150 Contractual Posts in Guntur Zone

Latest Government Jobs 2026 alert! The Government of Andhra Pradesh, Medical and Health Department has released the official AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 notification. This is a massive Sarkari Naukri opportunity for nursing professionals seeking employment in the public health sector. A total of 150 Staff Nurse vacancies have been notified on a contract basis for Government General Hospital (GGH) Piduguralla, Palnadu District under Guntur Zone III.

This recruitment is conducted under Notification No. 01/2026 dated 17-03-2026 by the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services, Guntur Zone-III. Candidates holding GNM or B.Sc Nursing degrees and registered with APNMC are eligible to apply offline before the deadline.

Table of Contents

• Overview & Notification Details
• Vacancy Breakdown 2026
• Eligibility Criteria (Qualification & Age)
• How to Apply (Offline Process)
• Selection Process & Salary
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why Apply for AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?

Securing a Government Job in Andhra Pradesh is a dream for many. Here is why this AP Staff Nurse Vacancy 2026 is a prestigious opportunity:

• Job Security: Contract roles in government hospitals often lead to regularization based on performance and departmental requirements.
• Pay Scale & Benefits: Remuneration is as per the 7th CPC guidelines for contract staff in the AP Health Department.
• Career Growth: Working in GGH Piduguralla under Guntur Zone offers significant clinical experience and future career advancement.
• Service to Society: An opportunity to serve the public health sector in the Palnadu District.

AP Staff Nurse Vacancy 2026 – Detailed Breakdown

A total of 150 Staff Nurse vacancies are notified for Zone III (Guntur) on a contract basis for GGH Piduguralla, Palnadu District. The number of vacancies is provisional and may vary based on departmental requirements.

Reservations are applicable as per AP State and Subordinate Services Rules including BC, SC, ST, EWS, Ex-Servicemen, Differently Abled, and Meritorious Sports Persons.

Eligibility Criteria for AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026

1. Educational Qualification

• Candidates must possess General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) or B.Sc (Nursing) from a recognized institution.
• Must hold a valid registration certificate with APNMC (Andhra Pradesh Nursing Midwifery Council) or any other relevant council.
• Marks obtained in the qualifying examination will be used for merit calculation.

2. Age Limit (as on 01-03-2026)

• Upper Age Limit: 42 years.
• Age Relaxation:
  • SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
  • Ex-Servicemen: 3 years + service period
  • Differently Abled: 10 years
  • Maximum age with relaxations: 52 years

How to Apply for AP Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026

Applications must be submitted offline only. No online applications are accepted for this notification.

1. Visit the official website http://cfw.ap.nic.in starting from 10:00 AM on 17 March 2026.
2. Download the application proforma for the post of Staff Nurse (Contract Basis).
3. Fill in the application form clearly in English with all personal, educational, and service details.
4. Obtain a Demand Draft (DD) for the application fee:
   • OC: ₹500/-
   • SC/ST/BC/PH: ₹300/-
   • DD Payable to: Regional Director Medical & Health Services, Guntur
5. Attach self-attested copies of all required documents (SSC, Qualification Certificates, APNMC Registration, Caste/EWS/Disability Certificates, Service Certificates for weightage).
6. Enclose a self-addressed envelope (10×4 inches) with a ₹40 postal stamp.
7. Submit the filled application in person at:
   
   Office of the Regional Director of Medical and Health Services,
   
   Aswini Hospital Backside, Old Itukulabatti Road, Guntur.
8. Ensure submission before 25 March 2026 by 05:00 PM. Obtain an acknowledgment receipt.

Selection Process & Salary Details

Selection Process

Selection will be based strictly on a Merit List prepared out of 100 marks. No written exam is conducted.

• Academic Marks (75%): Aggregate marks in GNM/B.Sc Nursing.
• Experience Weightage (Up to 10 marks): 1 mark per completed year after qualification.
• Contract Service Weightage (Up to 15%): For previous contract/outsourcing/honorarium service including COVID-19 duty.
• Working Area Weightage: Tribal (2.5 marks/6 months), Rural (2.0 marks/6 months), Urban (1.0 mark/6 months).

Salary

The appointment is on a Contract Basis initially for one year. The salary/remuneration will be paid as per the prevailing Government orders for contract staff in the AP Health Department.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The last date to submit the offline application is 25 March 2026 by 05:00 PM.

The application process is offline only. Candidates must submit the physical application form to the Regional Director's office in Guntur.

Candidates must have GNM or B.Sc (Nursing) and a valid registration with APNMC.

The upper age limit is 42 years as of 01-03-2026, with relaxations applicable for reserved categories.

Yes, ₹500 for OC and ₹300 for SC/ST/BC/PH candidates via Demand Draft.

Selection is based on a Merit List (100 marks) calculated using academic marks, experience, and service weightage. No written exam.

The notification PDF is available on the official website http://cfw.ap.nic.in.

Initially one year from the date of joining, extendable based on government instructions.

Important Links

• Download Official Notification PDF
• Official Website