NFC Medical & Paramedical Recruitment 2026

About This Job

Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) has released notification for 18 Medical and Paramedical posts under the Department of Atomic Energy. Candidates with MBBS, Nursing Diploma/Degree, B.Sc. Radiography, DMLT, Pharmacy Diploma, or X-ray Technician qualifications can apply online. Last date to apply is 18 April 2026. Salary ranges from Rs. 21,700 to Rs. 56,100 per month (basic pay) depending on the post, plus allowances.

Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) Medical & Paramedical Recruitment 2026 - 18 Posts

Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC), a premier industrial unit under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, has announced recruitment for 18 medical and paramedical posts at its facilities in Hyderabad (Telangana), Zirconium Complex at Pazhayakayal in Tuticorin (Tamil Nadu), and NFC-Kota at Rawatbhata (Rajasthan). This recruitment covers 6 different posts across Group A, Group B, and Group C categories under Advertisement No. NFC/01/2026. Nurse (A) has the highest number of vacancies at 11 posts, making it a great opportunity for nursing professionals looking for central government jobs. Freshers and experienced candidates in the medical field can apply.

Vacancy Breakdown

Category-wise Breakdown:

• Scientific Officer (C) GDMO: UR - 02, OBC - 01 (Total: 03)
• Nurse (A): UR - 08, SC - 01, OBC - 01, EWS - 01 (Total: 11)
• Scientific Assistant (B) Radiographer: UR - 01
• Scientific Assistant (B) Pathology Technician: UR - 01
• Pharmacist (B): UR - 01
• Technician (B) X-ray Technician: UR - 01

PwBD candidates can apply for Post Code 12602 (OL, HH) and Post Code 12605 (OA, OL, HH).

Who Can Apply?

Scientific Officer (C) - GDMO (Group A, Level 10):

• Qualification: M.B.B.S. from a recognized University with valid registration with Medical Council of India
• Experience: Minimum 1 year after completing M.B.B.S. (mandatory internship will not count as experience)

Nurse (A) (Group B, Level 7):

• XII Standard and Diploma in Nursing & Mid-wifery (3 years course), OR
• B.Sc. (Nursing), OR
• Nursing 'A' Certificate with 3 years experience in Armed Force Hospital, OR
• Nursing Assistant Class III & above from the Armed Forces
• Note: Valid registration as Nurse from any Central/State Nursing Council of India is mandatory

Scientific Assistant (B) - Radiographer (Group B, Level 6):

• Minimum 60% marks in B.Sc. (Radiography), OR
• Minimum 50% marks in B.Sc. and 1 year Diploma in Radiography

Scientific Assistant (B) - Pathology Technician (Group B, Level 6):

• B.Sc. with minimum 60% marks followed by post graduate Diploma in Medical Lab Technology (DMLT) with minimum 60% marks, OR
• B.Sc. (MLT) with minimum 60% marks

Pharmacist (B) (Group C, Level 5):

• HSC (10+2) plus 2 years Diploma in Pharmacy plus 3 months Training in Pharmacy
• Registration as Pharmacist with Central or State Pharmacy Council is mandatory

Technician (B) - X-ray Technician (Group C, Level 3):

• Minimum 60% in HSC (Science) AND one year Medical Radiography / X-ray Technique Trade certificate from a recognized institution

Age Limit

• Scientific Officer (C) GDMO: 18 to 35 years
• Nurse (A), Scientific Assistant (B) Radiographer, Scientific Assistant (B) Pathology Technician: 18 to 30 years
• Pharmacist (B), Technician (B) X-ray Technician: 18 to 25 years
• Age is calculated as on the last date of submission of online application (18 April 2026)
• Age Relaxation: OBC - 3 years, SC - 5 years, PwBD - 10 years, Ex-Servicemen and Central Govt Employees - as per government orders
• Widowed/divorced/judicially separated women (not remarried) can apply up to 35 years for Group C posts (12605 & 12606)

Salary

• Scientific Officer (C) GDMO: Basic pay of Rs. 56,100 per month in Level 10 of Pay Matrix, plus Non Practicing Allowance and other allowances
• Nurse (A): Basic pay of Rs. 44,900 per month in Level 7 of Pay Matrix plus allowances
• Scientific Assistant (B) Radiographer / Pathology Technician: Basic pay of Rs. 35,400 per month in Level 6 of Pay Matrix plus allowances
• Pharmacist (B): Basic pay of Rs. 29,200 per month in Level 5 of Pay Matrix plus allowances
• Technician (B) X-ray Technician: Basic pay of Rs. 21,700 per month in Level 3 of Pay Matrix plus allowances
• You will also get DA, HRA, Transport Allowance and other benefits as per Central Government rules

Application Fee

• Scientific Officer (C) GDMO: Rs. 500 (SC/ST and Women exempted)
• Nurse (A), Scientific Assistant (B) Radiographer, Scientific Assistant (B) Pathology Technician: Rs. 150 (SC/ST, PwBD and Women exempted for Nurse; SC/ST and Women exempted for SA posts)
• Pharmacist (B): Rs. 100 (SC/ST, PwBD and Women exempted)
• Technician (B) X-ray Technician: Rs. 100 (SC/ST and Women exempted)
• Payment through BharatKosh / Non-Tax Receipt Portal (NTRP) only
• Fee is non-refundable

Selection Process

For Scientific Officer (C) GDMO, SA (B) Radiographer, SA (B) Pathology Technician (Post Codes 12601, 12603, 12604):

Selection is based on Personal Interview. If applications are high, NFC may conduct a Screening Test first:

1. Screening Test (if required): 75 MCQs with negative marking (3 marks for correct, -1 for wrong), 90 minutes duration
2. Personal Interview: Final selection based on interview performance
3. Document Verification

For Nurse (A), Pharmacist (B), Technician (B) X-ray Technician (Post Codes 12602, 12605, 12606):

Selection involves 3 stages:

1. Stage 1 - Preliminary Test: 50 MCQs (Mathematics 20 + Science 20 + General Awareness 10), 1 hour, OMR-based. 3 marks per correct answer, -1 for wrong. Minimum qualifying: 40% (General), 30% (Reserved)
2. Stage 2 - Advanced Test: 50 MCQs, 2 hours duration. 3 marks per correct, -1 for wrong. Minimum qualifying: 30% (General), 20% (Reserved). Merit list based on Stage 2 marks only
3. Stage 3 - Skill Test: Go/No-Go basis. Candidates shortlisted (max 5x vacancies) based on Stage 2 merit. Final selection based on Stage 2 marks
4. Document Verification

How to Apply

1. Go to the NFC recruitment portal at recruit.nfc.gov.in
2. Register yourself and create a login account
3. Complete fee payment through BharatKosh / NTRP before starting the application
4. Fill in the online application form for your chosen post
5. Upload your photograph (165x125 pixels, max 50KB, white background) and signature (80x125 pixels, max 20KB) in JPEG format
6. Enter the fee payment details in the application
7. Review all details carefully and submit the application
8. Take a printout for your records

Note: Submit separate applications if you want to apply for more than one post.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: March 2026
• Online Application Start: 21 March 2026 (from 10:00 AM)
• Last Date to Apply Online: 18 April 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
• Last Date for Fee Payment: 18 April 2026
• Exam / Interview Date: To be announced

• Provide medical care and treatment to employees and their families at NFC health centres and dispensaries
• Handle patient examinations, diagnosis, and prescribe medications as per standard medical protocols
• Assist in emergency medical situations and provide first aid when needed
• Prepare and maintain patient health records, prescriptions, and medical reports
• Perform diagnostic tests including X-rays, blood tests, and radiography procedures as per assigned role
• Manage inventory of medicines, medical supplies, and equipment in the health facility
• Follow safety and radiation protection guidelines as applicable in a nuclear facility environment
• Work in shifts including night duty and weekend duty as required by the organization