PGIMER Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026

PGIMER Chandigarh has released notification for 1 Data Entry Operator post on contract basis in the Department of Virology. Candidates who have a Graduation degree in any discipline and a typing speed of 8,000 key depressions per hour can apply offline. Last date to submit your application is 15 April 2026 by 4:00 PM. Age limit is up to 30 years. Salary is Rs. 20,000 per month (consolidated).

PGIMER Data Entry Operator Recruitment 2026 - 1 Post

Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, has released notification for 1 Data Entry Operator post in its Department of Virology. This position is under the National One Health Programme for Prevention and Control of Zoonoses (NOHPPCZ), a Central Government scheme run by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), New Delhi. The contract runs up to 31 March 2027. If you are a graduate with good data entry skills and want to work at one of India's top medical research institutes, this is a good opportunity for you.

Who Can Apply?

• Qualification: You need a Graduation degree in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Typing Speed: You must have a data entry speed of at least 8,000 key depressions per hour.
• Category: This post is Unreserved (UR) and open to all categories.

Age Limit

• Maximum age: 30 years
• Age Relaxation: Relaxation for SC/ST/OBC (non-creamy layer)/PwBD/Women candidates as per Government of India rules.

Salary

• Selected candidate will get a consolidated salary of Rs. 20,000 per month.
• This is a contractual position up to 31 March 2027, with no additional allowances mentioned.

Application Fee

• No application fee has been mentioned in the notification. You can apply free of cost.

Selection Process

Selection will be done in 2 stages:

1. Written Test: You need to score at least 40% marks to qualify. Details about the number of questions, marks, and duration have not been specified in the notification.
2. Typing Test: The top 10 qualified candidates from the written test will be called for a typing/speed test on EDP (Electronic Data Processing) machines. The competent authority will judge your performance.

Note: The written exam, interview, and typing test will be held at PGIMER, Chandigarh. No TA/DA will be paid for attending.

How to Apply

This is an offline application. There is no online form for this post. Follow these steps:

1. Go to the PGIMER website at pgimer.edu.in and navigate to the Vacancies section.
2. Download the notification and the Annexure 'A' application form from the vacancy page.
3. Fill in the application form (proforma) completely with your personal details, qualification, experience, and category information.
4. Attach the following documents:
   • Two recent passport-size colour photographs
   • Experience certificate (if any)
   • NOC from employer (if you are in a government job)
   • Self-attested photocopies of date of birth certificate, educational/professional qualification certificates, category certificate, and publications (if any)
5. Submit the completed application in person or by post to: Department of Virology, Room No. 608, Research Block-A, PGIMER, Chandigarh.
6. Make sure your application reaches before 15 April 2026, 4:00 PM. Late applications will be rejected.

Important Dates

• Notification Date: 02 April 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 15 April 2026 (by 4:00 PM)
• Contract Period: Up to 31 March 2027
• Written Test Date: To be announced

• Enter research data and patient sample information into computer systems accurately
• Maintain digital records and databases for the Virology department's surveillance programme
• Prepare reports, tables, and data summaries as required by the project team
• Assist in compiling and organising zoonotic disease surveillance data under the NOHPPCZ programme
• Handle correspondence, filing, and documentation work for the department
• Work in shifts and attend night duty if required during emergency situations
• Follow all data security and confidentiality rules of the institute