The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is initiating a recruitment for the post of Nursing Officer in the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC). This recruitment drive aims to fill 1930 vacancies, offering a great opportunity for nursing professionals to join ESIC under the Ministry of Labour & Employment.
The positions are open to diverse groups with specific reservations for different categories, including Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD). The official website opened the application link from 07 to 27 March 2024.
UPSC ESIC Nursing Officer Exam Overview
| Conducting Body | Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) |
| Vacancy | 1930 |
| Mode of Exam | Pen and Paper |
| Duration of Exam | 2 hours |
| Type of Questions | Objective Type (Multiple Choice) |
| Negative Marking | Yes, 1/3rd mark deducted for wrong answers |
| Language | English |
| Website | upsc.gov.in |
Selection Procedure
The selection procedure for the UPSC ESIC Nursing Officer includes a pen-and-paper-based Recruitment Test (RT) followed by document verification. The RT is designed to shortlist candidates based on their performance. Those who qualify for the written test will be called for document verification to confirm their eligibility and qualifications.
Exam Schedule
The Recruitment Test (RT) for the post of Nursing Officer will be held on 7th July 2024. The test will be conducted across multiple centres in India. Candidates must apply early to secure a preferred exam centre as the allotment is based on a “first-apply-first allot” basis.
Exam Scheme & Paper Pattern
The exam pattern for the UPSC ESIC Nursing Officer is as follows:
- Duration: 2 hours
- Type of Questions: Objective type with multiple choices
- Number of Questions: Not specified, but all questions carry equal marks
- Medium: English
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark will be deducted for each wrong answer
The syllabus for the exam includes following topics:
- Nursing Foundation
- Medical Surgical Nursing (including Pathology and Pharmacology)
- Nursing Education (including e-technology)
- Paediatric Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Nursing Management
- Nursing Research and Statistics
- Obstetrics and Gynaecological Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry