BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025: The Bihar Technical Service Commission (BTSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive for Staff Nurses in 2025, offering a remarkable 11,389 vacancies within the Health Department of Bihar. This presents a golden opportunity for eligible nursing professionals to secure a stable government job with attractive remuneration and career growth prospects.
The application window for this recruitment has been extended, and interested candidates can now apply online until June 13, 2025. It is highly advisable for all aspiring candidates to thoroughly review the official advertisement (Advt. No. 23/2025) before proceeding with their applications.
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Key Highlights of the Recruitment:
- Official Website: btsc.bihar.gov.
- Total Vacancies: 11,389 Staff Nurse Posts
- Advertisement Number: 23/2025
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Start Date: April 25, 2025
- Application Last Date (Extended): June 13, 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: June 13, 2025
Educational Qualification
To be eligible for the Staff Nurse position, candidates must possess the following qualifications:
- A B.Sc Nursing degree OR a Diploma/Certificate in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) course from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi.
- It is mandatory to be registered with the Bihar Nursing Registration Council, Patna.
- For institutions located outside the state of Bihar, it is essential to have a suitability certificate from the Indian Nursing Council (INC), New Delhi.
BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 Age Criteria (as on 1 Aug 2025)
The age criteria for applicants are as follows:
- Minimum Age: 21 Years
- Maximum Age:
- Unreserved (Male): 37 Years
- Unreserved (Female): 40 Years
- Backward Class (BC) / Extremely Backward Class (EBC) (Male & Female): 40 Years
- Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) (Male & Female): 42 Years
Age relaxation will be provided as per BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment Rules 2025.
Salary Structure
Selected candidates for the BTSC Staff Nurse post will receive a competitive salary package as per the 7th Pay Commission.
- Pay Scale: Rs. 9,300 – Rs. 34,800
- Grade Pay: Rs. 4,600
- Pay Level: Level 7
- Approximate In-hand Salary: Rs. 44,000 to Rs. 52,000 per month.
In addition to the basic pay and grade pay, Staff Nurses will be entitled to various allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), Medical Allowance, and other benefits as per government norms.
Selection Process
The selection process for the BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025 will primarily consist of two stages:
- Written Examination (Computer Based Test – CBT):
- The CBT will be an objective-type examination carrying a total of 75 marks.
- It will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions based on the syllabus of General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) / B.Sc. Nursing.
- The exam duration will be approximately 2 hours.
- There will be negative marking, with 0.25 marks deducted for each incorrect answer.
- Minimum qualifying marks apply: UR – 40%, BC – 36.5%, EBC – 34%, SC/ST/Women/PwD – 32%.
- The marks obtained in the CBT will be weighted by 0.75 for the final merit list calculation.
- Work Experience:
- Candidates will be awarded marks for their relevant work experience.
- A maximum of 25 marks will be allotted for satisfactory work experience, with 5 marks for every calculated year of experience in Bihar Government Hospitals or equivalent.
- Document Verification:
- Candidates who qualify based on the written examination and work experience marks will be called for document verification.
- This stage is crucial for verifying the authenticity of all submitted documents and eligibility claims.
- Medical Examination (if applicable):
- A medical examination may also be part of the selection process to ensure candidates are medically fit for the post.
The final merit list will be prepared based on the total marks obtained from the written examination and work experience, along with applicable reservation rules.
Application Fee
- General/BC/EBC/EWS (Bihar domiciled or outside): ₹600/-
- SC/ST (Bihar domicile): ₹150/-
- Female (Bihar domicile): ₹150/-
(All candidates from other states, regardless of category, must pay ₹600)
Fees are non-refundable and payable via Debit/Credit/Net Banking/UPI.
How to Apply for BTSC Staff Nurse Recruitment 2025
Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official BTSC website: btsc.bihar.gov.in
- Navigate to the “Recruitment” or “Latest Advertisements” section.
- Find and click on the advertisement for “Regular Appointment to the post of Staff Nurse (Advt. No. 23/2025)”.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link.
- Register: If you are a new user, register by providing basic details like your name, mobile number, and email ID. Ensure the mobile number and email ID remain active throughout the recruitment process.
- Fill the Application Form: Log in with your generated credentials and accurately fill out the online application form with all required personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents, including:
- Matriculation Certificate (for Date of Birth proof)
- GNM/B.Sc. Nursing Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Bihar Nursing Registration Council Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Permanent Residence/Residential Certificate
- Work Experience Certificate (if any)
- Recent Photograph and Signature
- Pay Application Fee:
- General / OBC / EWS / Other State Candidates: Rs. 600/-
- SC / ST / PH / All Female Candidates (Bihar Domicile): Rs. 150/-
- Payment can be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Review and Submit: Before final submission, carefully review all the entered information and uploaded documents.
- Print Application Form: Take a printout of the finally submitted application form for future reference.
Important Dates
- Application Begin: April 25, 2025
- Last Date for Apply Online: June 13, 2025 (Extended)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: June 13, 2025 (Extended)
Summary
BTSC’s Staff Nurse 2025 recruitment is one of the largest healthcare recruitments in Bihar. It offers a solid pay scale, merit-based selection, and is open to experienced nurses across the state. Interested candidates meeting the criteria should apply before 13 June 2025 and prepare well for both the written exam and experience evaluation.
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