SMC Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026 | Age Limit, Education & Language Requirements

Age Details

Age Range

• 18 to 35 years as of the cutoff date (15 April 2026)

Eligibility Details

Educational Qualification

• B.Sc. Nursing or Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)
• Candidates must possess a valid nursing registration from the Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.

Age Limit

• Minimum age: 18 years
• Maximum age: 35 years (as on the cutoff date)
• Age relaxation as per Gujarat Government rules for reserved categories and women candidates
• There is no age limit for existing regular or permanent employees of Surat Municipal Corporation.

Language Proficiency

• Adequate knowledge of Gujarati or Hindi or both is mandatory.

Computer Knowledge

• Basic computer knowledge is mandatory. Selected candidates must pass the CCC or CCC+ examination within one year of appointment if not already qualified.

Other Conditions

• Candidates must be in good mental and physical health and free from disqualifying physical defects.
• Any prior experience must be gained after meeting the prescribed educational qualification.
• Candidates must fulfill all criteria as on the last date of application.

Important Dates

• Application Start Date: 01-04-2026 (Expected)
• Last Date to Apply: 15-04-2026 (Expected)
• Cutoff date for age/eligibility: 15-04-2026
• Examination date (Tier 1): Not specified in the notification

Application Fees

No specific application fee details are provided in the current notice.

Additional Instructions

• The recruitment is part of a larger notification by Surat Municipal Corporation for multiple healthcare vacancies in 2026.
• Ensure eligibility is verified as on the last date of application and that all required documents are prepared in advance to avoid rejection at any stage.
• For official updates, refer to the municipal website and the notification section regularly.