UKMSSB Uttarakhand Nursing Officer Exam Syllabus 2025: Complete Topic-Wise Breakdown
The Uttarakhand Medical Health Service Selection Board (UKMSSB) Nursing Officer Recruitment 2025 for 587 posts is a gateway to a stable career in Uttarakhand’s health services. The written exam syllabus focuses on nursing fundamentals (70%) and general aptitude (30%), testing your clinical knowledge and basic skills. Based on the official notification (Advt. No. 01/2025), the CBT is 100 marks (90 minutes) with -0.25 negative marking. Qualifying marks: ~40% (UR), 35% (OBC), 30% (SC/ST). Below is the detailed, topic-wise syllabus with weightage, exam pattern, and prep tips—download the PDF and kickstart your study!
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Exam Pattern Overview
- Mode: Online CBT, bilingual (English/Hindi).
- Questions: 100 MCQs (objective).
- Marks: 100 (1 mark per question).
- Duration: 90 minutes.
- Negative Marking: -0.25 per wrong answer.
- Sections: Nursing Subjects (70 marks), General Knowledge/Reasoning/Quant (30 marks).
- Cut-off (Expected): UR ~65–75, OBC ~60–70, SC/ST ~50–60.
The exam is qualifying; merit is based on scores + DV.
Detailed Syllabus Breakdown
Section 1: Nursing Subjects (70 Questions, 70 Marks)
Core focus—Class 12 + GNM/B.Sc Nursing level. Emphasizes clinical and practical knowledge.
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics | Prep Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anatomy & Physiology | 15–18 | Human Body Systems (Skeletal, Muscular, Nervous, Circulatory, Respiratory, Digestive, Excretory, Reproductive), Cell Structure, Tissues. | Diagrams + functions; NCERT Biology Class 11–12. Practice 50 Qs/day. |
| Microbiology | 10–12 | Bacteria/Viruses/Fungi, Sterilization, Infection Control, Hospital Waste Management. | Focus on pathogens; GNM Microbiology books. |
| Pharmacology | 10–12 | Drug Classifications, Actions, Side Effects, Routes of Administration, Nursing Implications (e.g., Antibiotics, Analgesics). | Drug charts; memorize 20 drugs/week. |
| Community Health Nursing | 8–10 | Public Health, Epidemiology, Vaccination, Family Welfare, Nutrition, Environmental Sanitation. | Schemes like ICDS, NRHM; Uttarakhand-specific health programs. |
| Medical-Surgical Nursing | 12–15 | Pre/Post-Operative Care, Wound Management, Respiratory/Cardiovascular Disorders, Diabetes, Cancer Nursing. | Case studies; B.Sc Nursing texts. |
| Obstetrics & Gynecology | 8–10 | Antenatal Care, Labor/Delivery, Postnatal Care, Family Planning, High-Risk Pregnancy. | Midwifery basics; GNM syllabus. |
| Pediatric Nursing | 5–7 | Growth/Development, Immunization, Common Childhood Illnesses, Neonatal Care. | Child health charts; practice scenarios. |
Books: GNM/B.Sc Nursing Notes by R.S. Aggarwal; Comprehensive Nursing by Lippincott. Target: 50/70.
Section 2: General Knowledge & Aptitude (30 Questions, 30 Marks)
Basic awareness and reasoning.
| Topic | Expected Qs | Sub-Topics | Prep Tips |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 10 | Current Affairs (last 6 months), Indian History/Geography/Polity/Economy, Uttarakhand GK (rivers, capitals, schemes like Mukhyamantri Swasthya Bima Yojana). | Daily newspaper; Lucent GK + Uttarakhand GK book. |
| Reasoning | 8 | Series, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Syllogism, Direction Sense. | 30 Qs/day; R.S. Aggarwal Reasoning. |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 6 | Number System, Percentage, Ratio, Time & Work, Mensuration, Data Interpretation (basic). | Formula sheet; 20 Qs/day; R.S. Aggarwal Quant. |
| Computer Knowledge | 6 | MS Office, Internet Basics, Hardware/Software, Cybersecurity. | Arihant Computer Awareness; 10 Qs/day. |
Books: Lucent GK, R.S. Aggarwal (Reasoning/Quant), Arihant Computer. Target: 22/30.
Preparation Tips for UKMSSB Nursing Officer 2025
30-Day Study Plan
| Week | Focus | Daily Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anatomy/Physiology + GK | 5–6 hrs |
| 2 | Pharmacology/Microbiology + Reasoning | 6–7 hrs |
| 3 | Community/OBG/Pediatric + Quant | 7–8 hrs |
| 4 | Mocks + Revision | 8–9 hrs + 1 mock/day |
Daily Routine:
- 2 hrs Nursing Core (Anatomy/Pharmacology)
- 1.5 hrs General Aptitude (GK/Reasoning)
- 1 hr Computer/Quant
- 1 Mock + Analysis
Pro Tips
- Mocks: 15–20 full tests (Testbook/Adda247). Analyze nursing case studies.
- Nursing: Focus on practical applications (70% Qs); revise GNM/B.Sc notes.
- GK: Uttarakhand-heavy (10 Qs); daily 30 mins current affairs.
- Aptitude: Basic level—practice 40 Qs/day.
- Cut-off Target: 65–75 (UR) for CBT.
Books List:
- Nursing: GNM/B.Sc Notes by Target High; Comprehensive Nursing by Lippincott
- GK: Uttarakhand GK by Arihant + Lucent
- Reasoning/Quant: R.S. Aggarwal
- Computer: Arihant Awareness
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FAQ
Q1. UKMSSB Nursing Officer syllabus changes in 2025? A: No major changes; nursing core (70%) emphasized.
Q2. Negative marking in UKMSSB Nursing Officer exam? A: Yes, -0.25 per wrong answer.
Q3. How many attempts for UKMSSB Nursing Officer? A: Unlimited till age limit (42 years).
Q4. Qualifying marks for UKMSSB Nursing Officer CBT? A: ~40% (UR), 35% (OBC), 30% (SC/ST).
Q5. Books for UKMSSB Nursing Officer GK? A: Lucent Uttarakhand GK + Arihant Nursing Notes.
Final Boost: “Nursing is not just a job—it’s a calling.” Study with passion, serve with heart. You’ve got this!
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