## Nursing & Paramedical Exams 2026: Complete Guide Government **nursing and paramedical** recruitment runs through many bodies — **AIIMS, ESIC, RRB, state health departments, RSSB (Rajasthan), DSSSB** and others. This guide explains the common posts, eligibility, exam pattern and how to prepare efficiently in 2026. ## Common Posts - **Nursing:** Nursing Officer, Staff Nurse, ANM/GNM. - **Paramedical:** Lab Technician, Radiographer/X-ray Technician, OT Technician, Dialysis Technician, Pharmacist, Physiotherapist, ECG Technician. ## Eligibility (general) - **Nursing Officer / Staff Nurse:** B.Sc Nursing or GNM with state council registration. - **Paramedical posts:** the relevant diploma/degree (DMLT/B.Sc MLT, B.Pharm/D.Pharm, Radiography diploma, etc.). ## Exam Pattern Most exams are **objective (MCQ)**, typically **100-150 questions**, combining a large **core-subject** section (nursing or the paramedical discipline) with **General Awareness / Aptitude / Reasoning**. **Negative marking** is common. ## Syllabus Focus - **Nursing:** Foundations, Medical-Surgical, Community Health, Child Health, Midwifery/OBG, Mental Health, plus Anatomy, Physiology, Microbiology and Pharmacology. - **Paramedical:** discipline-specific core (haematology/biochemistry for Lab Tech; radiographic techniques & radiation physics for Radiographer; pharmacology & pharmaceutics for Pharmacist). ## Ready Notes to Save Time **Zenith Education** offers **updated, subject-wise notes across 20+ nursing & paramedical courses** — PYQ-based and bilingual — with a free first unit to read before you decide. - Browse Medical & Nursing notes: https://store.zenitheducation.net/cat/medicalhealth - Read a free sample unit: https://store.zenitheducation.net/samples ## FAQ **Is B.Sc Nursing or GNM enough for Nursing Officer?** Yes, with valid nursing-council registration. **How many questions are from the core subject?** Usually the majority — prioritise it. *Published by the Zenith Education Team.*