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The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has announced a major recruitment drive for Staff Nurse (Grade A) positions under Advertisement No. 23/2025. This is a golden opportunity for nursing professionals seeking a stable government job in Bihar’s Health Department. A total of 11,389 vacancies are available. Read on for all the essential details.
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025: Overview
| Recruiting Body | Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) |
| Post Name | Staff Nurse (Grade A) |
| Advertisement No. | 23/2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 11,389 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Bihar |
| Official Website | btsc.bihar.gov.in |
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
Keep track of these crucial dates:
- Online Application Start Date: April 25, 2025
- Online Application Last Date: May 23, 2025 (till 11:55 PM)
- Application Fee Last Date: May 23, 2025
- Exam Date: To be Notified Soon
- Admit Card Availability: Before Exam (To be Notified)
(Note: Some sources indicate registration details cannot be changed once submitted, implying no specific correction window. Apply carefully.)
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Application Fees
The application fee varies by category:
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / BC / EBC / EWS (Bihar & Other State) | ₹ 600 |
| SC / ST (Bihar Resident) | ₹ 150 |
| All Category Female (Bihar Resident) | ₹ 150 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD - Bihar) | ₹ 150 |
Payment Mode:
Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Educational Qualification:
- Passed General Nursing and Midwifery (G.N.M.) course from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) OR
- B.Sc Nursing OR
- Post Basic B.Sc Nursing.
- Registration: Must be registered with the Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC), Patna.
- (Note: Candidates who completed nursing courses outside Bihar need an INC certificate).
- Age Limit: (Calculated as on 01/08/2024, though some sources mention 23/05/2025 – check official notification for confirmation)
- Minimum Age: 21 years
- Maximum Age (UR Male): 37 years
- Maximum Age (UR Female, BC/EBC Male & Female): 40 years
- Maximum Age (SC/ST Male & Female): 42 years
- Age relaxation is applicable as per Bihar Government rules.
Vacancy Details (Total: 11,389 Posts)
Here’s the category-wise breakdown:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Unreserved (UR) | 3134 |
| EWS | 784 |
| SC | 2853 |
| ST | 121 |
| EBC | 3117 |
| BC | 933 |
| BC (Female) | 447 |
| Total | 11389 |
Note:
Includes 35% horizontal reservation for women and reservations for PwD and dependents of freedom fighters as per rules.
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Salary / Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be offered remuneration in Pay Level 7 as per the 7th Pay Commission.
- Pay Band: ₹ 9300 – ₹ 34800/-
- Grade Pay: ₹ 4600/-
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
The selection process involves:
- Written Examination (Computer Based Test – CBT): 75 Marks (100 Objective MCQs, 2 hours, based on GNM syllabus, 0.25 negative marking for wrong answers).
- Work Experience: Up to 25 Marks (5 marks per year of relevant contractual experience in Bihar Govt./non-private hospitals, max 25 marks).
- Merit List: Prepared based on combined scores from CBT (75) and Experience (25). Minimum qualifying marks apply category-wise.
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Note:
Some initial sources mentioned merit-based selection only, but detailed results specify a CBT. Please refer to the official notification for final confirmation.
How to Apply Online for BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official BTSC website: btsc.bihar.gov.in
- Click on the link for “Advertisement for Regular Appointment to the post of Staff Nurse (Advt. No. 23/2025)”.
- Register using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Log in with your registration credentials.
- Fill the online application form carefully with personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (Photo, Signature, Certificates, etc.) in the specified format.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Review the application form thoroughly before final submission.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
Required Documents for Online Application
Keep scanned copies of these documents ready:
- Recent Passport-size Photograph
- Scanned Signature
- Matriculation (10th) Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- GNM/B.Sc Nursing/Post Basic B.Sc Nursing Certificates & Marksheets
- Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC) Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate (for Bihar residents claiming reservation)
- EWS Certificate (if applicable)
- Disability Certificate (PwD, if applicable)
- Freedom Fighter Dependent Certificate (if applicable)
- Valid Photo ID Proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Voter ID, etc.)
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
Important Links
- Apply Online: Available on BTSC Website (Link active from April 25, 2025)
- Official Notification: Available on BTSC Website
- Official Website: btsc.bihar.gov.in
Don’t miss this significant opportunity to join Bihar’s healthcare services. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and apply before the deadline on May 23, 2025. Good luck!
