Central Nursing Officer Salaries

Central government nursing roles offer the most lucrative pay packages in India, following the 7th CPC Pay Matrix Level 7. These positions come with job security, regular increments, and central allowances.

AIIMS NORCET Nursing Officer

Permanent

Nursing Officers at AIIMS are recruited via NORCET. They receive one of the highest pay packages in the Indian nursing sector with central government allowances.

Pay LevelLevel 7 (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹44,900

Gross Est.₹75,000 - ₹85,000

In-Hand Est.₹68,000 - ₹78,000

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RRB Nursing Superintendent

Permanent

Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) recruits Nursing Superintendents for Indian Railways hospitals. Excellent perks including railway passes.

Pay LevelLevel 7 (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹44,900

Gross Est.₹70,000 - ₹80,000

In-Hand Est.₹62,000 - ₹72,000

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ESIC Nursing Officer

Permanent

Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) offers a central government pay scale with additional ESIC-specific benefits.

Pay LevelLevel 7 (7th CPC)

Basic Pay₹44,900

Gross Est.₹72,000 - ₹82,000

In-Hand Est.₹64,000 - ₹74,000

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Why Central Govt Nursing Jobs Pay More?

Central institutions like AIIMS, PGIMER, and JIPMER are autonomous bodies under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. They adhere strictly to the Central Pay Commission recommendations.

Higher HRA: Central employees often get posted in Tier-1 cities with 27% HRA.
Better Promotions: Defined career progression schemes (MACP).
Allowances: Additional perks like Learning Resource Allowance or Academic Allowance in some institutes.