RCC Thiruvananthapuram Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Pay and How to Apply
Good news for nurses in Kerala. The Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), Thiruvananthapuram has invited online applications for 25 Resident Staff Nurse posts. The pay is a consolidated ₹20,000 per month. This is a contract engagement under the Resident Staff Nurse Programme, not a regular Staff Nurse post. It starts with one year and can be extended up to three years. If you want hands-on oncology experience at one of India’s leading cancer hospitals, this is a strong step for your career. You can find more openings like this on our Kerala government jobs page.
The notification is dated 30 September 2026, and the last date to apply is 19 October 2026. You can apply with a B.Sc. Nursing degree, or with GNM plus 2 years of experience, and every candidate needs a valid Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council registration. Below we cover vacancy, eligibility, age, pay, the two possible selection routes, fees and the contract conditions. Please read it fully before you pay the fee. As always, GovtJobsAlert.in keeps it simple for you.
Key Highlights of RCC Thiruvananthapuram Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
RCC Thiruvananthapuram is a well-known cancer treatment and research centre in Kerala. Under advertisement RCC/590/2026-ACAD2, it is filling Resident Staff Nurse seats on a fixed monthly remuneration.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Regional Cancer Centre (RCC), Thiruvananthapuram |
| Advertisement No. | RCC/590/2026-ACAD2 |
| Post Name | Resident Staff Nurse |
| Total Vacancies | 25 |
| Nature of Engagement | Contract (1 year, extendable up to 3 years) |
| Remuneration | ₹20,000 per month (consolidated) |
| Job Location | Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Last Date | 19 October 2026 |
How Many Vacancies are in RCC Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
| Post Name | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Resident Staff Nurse | 25 |
| Total | 25 |
The notification does not give any category-wise break-up of these 25 seats. So please do not trust any seat split you see elsewhere. The only category benefits mentioned are upper age relaxation for SC/ST and OBC, and a lower fee for SC/ST.
What is the Eligibility for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
Educational Qualification
| Route | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Option 1 | B.Sc. Nursing |
| Option 2 | General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) with 2 years of experience |
| For everyone | Valid registration with the Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council |
You need any one of the two qualifications, not both. GNM holders, please note that the 2 years of experience is part of the basic eligibility, and you must show an experience certificate of not less than 2 years. Also, Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council registration is compulsory for all candidates. If you are registered only with another state council, check this point before applying. Browse more nursing and medical government jobs if this one does not fit you.
Age Limit
| Category | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| All candidates | Below 30 years as on 19 October 2026 |
| SC / ST / OBC | Upper age relaxation as per existing norms |
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The age is counted on the last date for submission of the application. The notification does not print the number of years of relaxation; it only says “as per existing norms”. If you want to claim relaxation, you must upload a Caste Certificate issued by the Tahsildar.
What is the Salary for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
Selected candidates get a consolidated remuneration of ₹20,000 per month. This is a fixed amount, not a pay scale.
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Monthly Remuneration | ₹20,000 (consolidated) |
| Leave | Weekly off, 20 days Casual Leave, 8 closed holidays a year |
| Duty | Shift duties as per nursing service needs |
Since this is a consolidated amount, the notification does not mention DA, HRA or other allowances. Plan your budget around ₹20,000 a month.
Your posting area and its duration will be decided by the Nursing Superintendent. The bigger value here is the experience. After at least six months of service and proper resignation formalities, the Director, RCC issues an Experience Certificate as “Resident Staff Nurse”.
What is the Selection Process for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
The selection method depends on how many applications RCC receives.
| Situation | How Selection Happens |
|---|---|
| 25 or fewer applications | Rank list by a common index system using qualifying exam marks plus experience weightage |
| More than 25 applications | Written test of 50 MCQs; rank list from test score plus experience weightage |
The MCQ syllabus covers Nursing Foundation, Basic Sciences, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery & Gynecological Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics and Oncology Nursing, among others. The notification does not give the test date, duration or marking scheme, so watch the official website. Old papers from our previous papers section can help your practice.
Weightage for Experience
| Item | Weightage |
|---|---|
| Each year of experience beyond the mandatory qualification | 2 marks per year |
| GNM candidates | Only years beyond the mandatory 2 years count |
| Post Basic Diploma in Oncology Nursing (PBDON) | 2 marks |
| Maximum total weightage | 5 marks |
The total weightage granted to any candidate shall not exceed 5 marks, even if your experience and PBDON together add up to more. If you hold the PBDON, upload that certificate along with your experience certificate in the online application, or you may miss those 2 marks.
How to Apply Online for RCC Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026?
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official RCC website (link in Essential Links below) and open the Resident Staff Nurse recruitment |
| 2 | Register or sign in if the portal asks for it |
| 3 | Pay the fee by online RTGS / NEFT in favour of the Director, Regional Cancer Centre, and keep the payment proof |
| 4 | Fill the online form and attach a recent passport-size photograph |
| 5 | Upload scanned, self-attested copies of the required documents |
| 6 | Submit by 19 October 2026 and save the confirmation |
The documents to upload are your SSLC certificate, GNM Diploma or B.Sc. Nursing certificate, Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council registration certificate, experience certificates (GNM holders need not less than 2 years), and the caste certificate if you claim age relaxation. Also put all your mark lists (yearly or semester-wise) together in a single PDF. Prepare these files before you start so the form does not time out.
What are the Important Dates for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Date | 30 September 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Applications | 19 October 2026 |
| Written Test (if held) | To be announced |
The notification does not print a separate application start date, so do not wait for one; applications are already invited. A written test is held only if more than 25 people apply, and its date will be announced later. Keep checking the official website and your email after you submit.
What is the Application Fee for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General Merit (including OBC) | ₹200 |
| SC / ST | ₹100 |
The fee is paid by RTGS / NEFT / online transfer in favour of the Director, Regional Cancer Centre, payable at Thiruvananthapuram. Take the bank account details only from the official notification PDF, and keep your transaction reference safe. The notification does not mention any fee exemption.
What are the Contract Conditions for RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026?
These lines are easy to skip, but each one affects your job.
| Condition | What it means for you |
|---|---|
| Contract agreement | You must sign a contract agreement when you join |
| Tenure | One year at first; extension up to 3 years in 179-day cycles, only after satisfactory appraisal by the Nursing Superintendent and as per institutional need |
| No regular appointment | Completing the programme does not give any claim or right to a regular Staff Nurse post at RCC |
| Resignation | One month’s written notice is needed; leaving without notice means forfeiting one month’s remuneration or equivalent |
| Termination | The engagement can be ended at any time for not following institutional discipline, rules and regulations |
| Experience certificate | Issued only after at least six months of service and completing resignation formalities; no certificate for service under six months |
| Rejoining | After the full three-year term, you must go through the full selection again with new applicants |
| Rules | You are bound by rules the Director, RCC decides from time to time, and the Director may revise any clause at any time |
| Disputes | Only competent courts in Kerala have jurisdiction |
Essential Links for RCC Thiruvananthapuram Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026
- Download RCC Resident Staff Nurse 2026 Official Notification PDF
- Visit RCC Thiruvananthapuram Resident Staff Nurse Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Kerala Government Jobs Telegram Channel
If you have a B.Sc. Nursing degree, or GNM with 2 years of experience, and your Kerala council registration is in place, RCC Thiruvananthapuram Resident Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 is worth your time. Pay the fee first, keep every certificate ready, and apply well before 19 October 2026 instead of waiting for the last evening. Remember, it is a contract role, so treat it as valuable oncology experience. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in and our Kerala jobs page for more nursing government job updates.