SMC Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026: Check Age Limit and Educational Qualificatio

SMC Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026 has been released by Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC) for the recruitment of Staff Nurse posts. Candidates must carefully check all eligibility conditions including age limit, educational qualification, language proficiency, and computer knowledge, before applying to avoid rejection at any stage.

Surat Municipal Corporation is filling multiple healthcare vacancies including Staff Nurse in 2026. The application window is expected to open shortly on the official website. Only candidates who fulfill all the criteria as on the cutoff date (15 April 2026) will be considered for the selection process. Understanding the complete SMC Staff Nurse eligibility helps aspirants prepare documents and apply confidently for this government nursing job in Gujarat.

SMC Staff Nurse Eligibility Criteria 2026 Overview

SMC Staff Nurse Age Limit 2026

The maximum age limit for SMC Staff Nurse post is 35 years as on the cutoff date (15 April 2026). The minimum age is 18 years.

Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories (SC/ST/SEBC/EWS) and women candidates as per Surat Municipal Corporation / Gujarat Government rules. There is **no age limit** for existing regular or permanent employees of Surat Municipal Corporation.

SMC Staff Nurse Educational Qualification 2026

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from a recognized university/institution:

• B.Sc. (Nursing) Degree, OR
• Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM)

Candidates should have a valid registration certificate from the Gujarat Nursing Council or Indian Nursing Council.

SMC Staff Nurse Language Proficiency

Candidates must have adequate knowledge of **Gujarati** or **Hindi** or both languages. This is a mandatory requirement for the post.

SMC Staff Nurse Computer Knowledge Requirement

Basic computer knowledge is mandatory as per the Gujarat Civil Services Classification and Recruitment (General) Rules, 1967 (as amended).

Selected candidates must pass the CCC or CCC+ examination within one year of appointment if not already qualified.

Other Important Eligibility Conditions

• Candidates must be in good mental and physical health and free from any physical defects such as knock-knee, flat feet, squint eyes, or stammering.
• Experience (if any) must be gained after acquiring the prescribed educational qualification.
• Candidates must fulfill all criteria as on the last date of application.