SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: 236 Vacancies Announced
The Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS), under Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, has released Notification No. 01/Nursing/2026/Estt. dated 13.07.2026 for direct recruitment of Staff Nurse posts. A total of 236 vacancies (24 backlog + 212 regular) are available for candidates native to Andhra Pradesh professing the Hindu religion.
Short Information
SVIMS Tirupati invites online applications for 236 Staff Nurse positions under the pay scale ā¹38,720 ā ā¹1,18,390 (RPS 2022). The online application window opens on 15 July 2026 and closes on 10 August 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Candidates must meet specific domicile, religious, educational, and age criteria detailed in the official notification.
Application Fee
| Category | Application/Examination Fee (including 18% GST) |
|---|---|
| OC / EWS | ā¹2,360/- |
| BC / SC / ST | ā¹1,770/- |
| PwBD | Exempted (Nil) |
Payment Modes: Online only via UPI, Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking through the payment gateway on the application portal. Bank drafts, cheques, or offline modes are not accepted. Transaction/processing fees charged by the bank are borne by the applicant. Fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
Eligibility Criteria & Vacancies
Vacancy Breakup
| Vacancy Type | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Backlog Vacancies | 24 |
| Regular Vacancies | 212 |
| Grand Total | 236 |
Horizontal reservations for PwBD, Meritorious Sports Persons, Ex-Servicemen, and Women apply as per G.O.Ms.No.77 dated 02.08.2023, adjusted within vertical categories.
Educational Qualification & Age Limit
| Post | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 01.07.2026) | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Nurse | 236 | Min: 18 years (completed)<br>Max: 42 years (not completed) | Route 1: B.Sc. Nursing from recognized university + AP Nursing Council registration.<br>Route 2: Intermediate or equivalent + 3-year General Nursing Course + 6-month Midwifery training from INC-recognized institution + 3 years experience in Medical College/tertiary care hospital + AP Nursing Council registration.<br>Desirable: BLS & ACLS certificates, computer knowledge. |
Age Relaxations:
- SC/ST/BC/EWS: 5 years
- PwBD: 10 years
- Ex-servicemen: 3 years + length of service
- SVIMS Adhoc/Outsourcing/Contract staff (min. 5 years service): 5 years
- Maximum age with all relaxations: 52 years
Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection is based on 100 marks distributed across three components:
| Component | Marks | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Written Test (CBT) | 75 | 75 MCQs, 1 mark each, 90 minutes, no negative marking. Conducted by AP Online Services at various centres. |
| Experience | 15 | 1 mark per completed 6-month block in Govt./Semi-Govt./Public Sector hospitals (ā„500 beds, EPF/ESI compliant). Max 15 marks. |
| Interview | 10 | Conducted after shortlisting based on CBT + Experience marks. |
Key Selection Rules:
- If applications ā¤ 10: Selection based on qualifying exam marks, experience, and interview weightage.
- If applications > 10: CBT is conducted.
- Minimum Qualifying Marks in CBT: OC/EWS ā 40%, BC ā 35%, SC/ST/PwBD ā 30%.
- Question paper in English only.
- Tie-breaking: Elder candidate preferred; if still tied, more experience preferred.
- Waitlist maintained for one year.
- Selection provisional subject to document verification, medical fitness, antecedents, and eligibility conditions (no bigamous marriage, no criminal conviction).
Syllabus (CBT ā Annexure-I)
Part A ā Core Nursing Subjects:
- Basic Sciences: Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology
- Fundamentals of Nursing: Procedures, biomedical waste management, first aid, medication administration, ethics, records
- Medical-Surgical Nursing incl. Pharmacology: Cardiovascular, respiratory, gastroenterology, endocrinology, renal, neurological, oncology, palliative, critical care, OT protocols, pre/post-op care, BCLS, drug dosage
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology Nursing: Reproductive systems, maternal health, gynaecological disorders, neonatal emergencies, NICU
- Child Health Nursing: Growth/development, paediatric/NICU care, childhood diseases, ENBC, FBNBC, PLS
- Mental Health Nursing: Assessment, psychiatric disorders, therapeutic interventions, counselling
- Nursing Management, Supervision & Education: Leadership, ward/hospital management, health education, HIMS
- Community Health Nursing: Epidemiology, immunization, public health services, national health schemes
Part B ā General Knowledge & Aptitude:
- Mathematical Aptitude: Number systems, fractions, decimals, percentages, ratios, averages, profit/loss, interest
- General English & Computers: Reading comprehension, error spotting, grammar, vocabulary, health/nursing IT
How to Apply Online
- Visit the official SVIMS website (link in Important Links table).
- Navigate to the Jobs tab and select "Staff Nurse Recruitment Notification No. 01/Nursing/2026/Estt."
- Register and fill the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload clear scanned copies of all required original certificates as per the checklist below.
- Pay the prescribed fee online via UPI, Credit Card, Debit Card, or Net Banking.
- Submit the application on or before 10.08.2026, 11:59 p.m. No corrections allowed after submission.
- Regularly check the official website and registered email/SMS for CBT schedule updates.
Required Documents Checklist
- Date of birth proof / SSC certificate
- Educational qualification certificates and marks memos
- Community certificate (SC/ST/BC with specific classification/group) from competent authority
- EWS certificate (issued on/after 01.04.2026 by Tahsildar, income < ā¹8 lakh for FY 2025-26)
- Valid SADAREM certificate (PwBD candidates)
- Meritorious Sports Persons certificates (per G.O.Ms.No.47 dated 19.04.2025)
- Discharge Certificate & Pension Order (Ex-Servicemen)
- Study/Residence certificate (Appendix-I format per G.O.Ms.No.729 dated 01.11.1975)
- Valid AP Nursing Council Registration Certificate (mandatory)
- Latest Nativity/Residence Certificate from concerned Tahsildar
- Experience certificates from Heads of institutions + EPF statements (last 2 years)
- No Objection Certificate (if employed in Govt. department)
- Salary proof/pay slips and EPF/ESI statements (where applicable)
Note: Uploaded documents are subject to verification at appointment. False information leads to cancellation and criminal proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. How many Staff Nurse vacancies are there in SVIMS Recruitment 2026?
A total of 236 vacancies are notified ā 24 backlog and 212 regular vacancies.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
The online application closes on 10.08.2026, up to 11:59 p.m. The portal opened on 15.07.2026.
Q3. What is the educational qualification for SVIMS Staff Nurse posts?
Candidates need either a B.Sc. Nursing degree with AP Nursing Council registration, or an Intermediate pass plus a 3-year General Nursing Course and 6-month Midwifery training, along with 3 years of tertiary-care hospital experience and AP Nursing Council registration.
Q4. What is the age limit for SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
Candidates must be between 18 and 42 years of age as on 01.07.2026, with relaxations up to a maximum of 52 years for eligible categories.
Q5. What is the application fee for SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
ā¹2,360/- for OC/EWS candidates and ā¹1,770/- for BC/SC/ST candidates. PwBD candidates are exempted from the fee.
Q6. Is SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 open to candidates from all states?
No. Applications are invited only from candidates native to the State of Andhra Pradesh (post bifurcation), and only persons professing the Hindu religion are eligible to apply.
Q7. What is the selection process for SVIMS Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
Selection is based on a Computer-Based Test (75 marks), Experience (15 marks) and Interview (10 marks), totalling 100 marks. Minimum qualifying marks in the CBT are 40% for OC/EWS, 35% for BC, and 30% for SC/ST/PwBD.
Q8. Is there negative marking in the SVIMS Staff Nurse computer-based test?
No, there is no negative marking in the 75-mark written test.
Q9. When will the SVIMS Staff Nurse exam be conducted?
The exact date, time and venue of the Computer-Based Test are not yet released and will be intimated to candidates through e-mail/SMS.
Q10. Can I correct my SVIMS Staff Nurse application after submission?
No. The notification clearly states that no corrections will be entertained through any mode after online submission.
Important Links
| Link Name | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification / Advertisement | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |