AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2218 Vacancies
AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026
- Organization: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
- Exam Name: Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)–11
- Post Name: Nursing Officer (Group-B)
- Total Vacancies: 2218 (Tentative across 27 participating AIIMS and allied institutes)
- Application Mode: Online via AIIMS official examination portal
- Application Period: Starts on 24th July 2026 and ends on 13th August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
- Pay Scale: Level 07 in Pay Matrix (Pre-revised PB-2 Rs. 9,300 – 34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600)
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as on 13th August 2026 (Age relaxations applicable)
- Educational Qualifications: B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM Diploma with 2 years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital
- Selection Process: Two-stage Computer Based Test (Stage I Preliminary CBT and Stage II Mains CBT)
- Exam Dates: Stage I (Prelims) on 12th September 2026 & Stage II (Mains) on 30th September 2026
- Gender Reservation: 80% seats reserved for Female candidates and 20% reserved for Male candidates
Important Dates
Salary & Pay Scale
Documents Required for Application
- Downloaded copy of Online Application Registration Slip
- Downloaded copy of Admit Card
- Proof of Date of Birth (Matriculation/10th Certificate)
- Cast / Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) issued by competent authority
- Disability Certificate (if applying under PWBD category)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) for currently employed Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body personnel
- Essential Qualification Degree / Diploma Certificates & Marksheets
- Valid Registration Certificate as Nurse & Midwife with State / Indian Nursing Council
- Experience Certificate (for GNM diploma holders showing 2-year service in min 50-bedded hospital)
Educational Qualification
- Route I: B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council or State Nursing Council recognized institute/university, OR Post-Certificate / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing; AND Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State or Indian Nursing Council.
- Route II: Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized institute/board/council; Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State or Indian Nursing Council; AND 2 years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital acquired after completing essential qualification.
Vacancy Details – Post Wise
| S. No. | Institute Name | Tentative Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | AIIMS Avantipora | 75 |
| 2 | AIIMS Bathinda | 47 |
| 3 | AIIMS Bhopal | 12 |
| 4 | AIIMS Bilaspur | 89 |
| 5 | AIIMS Bhubaneswar | 197 |
| 6 | AIIMS Deoghar | 223 |
| 7 | AIIMS Gorakhpur | 61 |
| 8 | AIIMS Guwahati | 188 |
| 9 | AIIMS Kalyani | 53 |
| 10 | AIIMS Mangalagiri | 32 |
| 11 | AIIMS Nagpur | 48 |
| 12 | AIIMS Rae Bareli | 81 |
| 13 | AIIMS New Delhi | 121 |
| 14 | AIIMS Patna | 201 |
| 15 | AIIMS Rishikesh | 38 |
| 16 | AIIMS Raipur | 60 |
| 17 | AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu | 29 |
| 18 | AIIMS Rewari | 10 |
| 19 | CAPFIMS, Maidangarhi | 6 |
| 20 | JIPMER, Puducherry | 39 |
| 21 | ESIC, New Delhi | 523 |
| 22 | NITRD | 7 |
| 23 | CIP, Ranchi | 4 |
| 24 | SIJ Hospital | 5 |
| 25 | Dr. RML Hospital | 31 |
| 26 | RHPT, Najafgarh | 36 |
| 27 | KSCH Hospital | 2 |
| Total All Institutes | 2218 | |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 3000/- |
| SC / ST | Rs. 2400/- (Refundable upon appearing in exam) |
| PH / PWD | Exempted |
| Female | Rs. 3000/- (General/OBC), Rs. 2400/- (SC/ST/EWS) |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per category (General/OBC: Rs. 3000/-, SC/ST/EWS: Rs. 2400/-) |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking) |
Age Limit
Selection & Exam Process
Stage I: NORCET Preliminary Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Qualifying screening examination consisting of 100 MCQs (100 marks) for 90 minutes.
- Qualifying criteria: 50 percentile for UR/EWS, 45 percentile for OBC, 40 percentile for SC/ST.
- Candidates up to 5 times the number of vacancies in each category are shortlisted for Stage II.
Stage II: NORCET Mains Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Main examination consisting of 160 case-scenario-based MCQs (160 marks) for 180 minutes.
- Focuses heavily on nursing subjects, clinical skills, and decision-making scenarios.
- Final merit list is prepared strictly based on the marks obtained in Stage II Mains examination.
AIIMS NORCET 11 Exam Pattern Overview
Stage I – NORCET Preliminary Examination
- Duration: 90 Minutes (1.5 Hours)
- Total Questions: 100 MCQs (100 Marks)
- Subject Breakdown: 80 MCQs on Nursing Subjects & 20 MCQs on General Knowledge & Aptitude
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Nature of Exam: Qualifying only
Stage II – NORCET Mains Examination
- Duration: 180 Minutes (3 Hours)
- Total Questions: 160 MCQs (160 Marks)
- Subject Breakdown: Clinical competency and case-scenario based nursing questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Nature of Exam: Final Selection Merit Determination
How to Apply – Step by Step
- Visit the official AIIMS examination website at www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Click on the NORCET-11 notification link on the homepage.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or log in using existing OTR credentials.
- Fill out the detailed application form with personal, educational, and experience details.
- Upload scanned copies of required photograph, signature, and thumb impression following exact image dimensions.
- Pay the prescribed application fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
- Re-check all filled details carefully before final submission as corrections will not be allowed later.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation application page for future records.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding AIIMS NORCET 11 Examination Scheme
The AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11) is one of India’s most competitive medical recruitment examinations. To secure a post as a Group-B Nursing Officer across prestigious AIIMS institutes, candidates must thoroughly align their preparation with the latest examination structure. The recruitment process is divided into two comprehensive stages: NORCET Preliminary and NORCET Mains.
Syllabus & Core Areas of Focus
Preparing for NORCET 11 demands an in-depth understanding of basic nursing concepts as well as advanced clinical skills. Candidates should divide their preparation into core subject modules and aptitude tests:
- Fundamentals of Nursing & Medical-Surgical Nursing: Basic nursing procedures, infection control, wound care, surgical pre/post-operative care, and pharmacology integration.
- Anatomy, Physiology & Pharmacology: Systemic anatomy, physiological parameters, drug dosages, standard medical administration protocols, and adverse side effects.
- Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing: Antenatal care, intrapartum monitoring, high-risk pregnancy management, post-natal care, and neonatal resuscitation.
- Pediatric & Psychiatric Nursing: Growth milestones, pediatric immunization, congenital anomalies, psychiatric conditions, and therapeutic communication skills.
- General Knowledge & Aptitude: Basic numerical ability, logical reasoning, current events, and general health awareness (20 questions in Preliminary stage).
Exam Pattern & Marking Strategy
Both stages feature objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) delivered via Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode with strict negative marking rules:
- Preliminary Examination: 100 Questions (80 Nursing + 20 General Knowledge/Aptitude) in 90 minutes. This phase is qualifying in nature to shortlist candidates for Stage II (5 times the category vacancies).
- Mains Examination: 160 Questions focusing strictly on clinical case scenarios, real-world practical nursing interventions, critical emergency care decisions, and image-based scenario analysis in 180 minutes.
- Negative Marking Penalty: One-third (1/3rd) mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer. Thus, accuracy is far more crucial than blind guessing.
Actionable Preparation Tips & Time Management
To maximize your score and earn a spot in the final merit list, adopt a disciplined study plan leading up to the September exam dates:
- Master Practical & Clinical Scenarios: NORCET Mains focuses extensively on clinical judgment. Practice scenario-based questions that test what steps a Nurse should take first in emergency hospital situations.
- Regular Mock Tests & CBT Practice: Take online time-bound mock tests to get comfortable with the CBT interface, fast-paced decision making, and managing test anxiety.
- Target High-Weightage Nursing Subjects: Allocate major study blocks to Nursing Foundations, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pharmacology, and Community Health Nursing.
- Review Image & Equipment Questions: Practice identifying common surgical instruments, ICU equipment, ECG patterns, and diagnostic chart interpretation.
- Analyze Errors & Maintain Notes: Document every error made during mock practice. Reviewing key clinical algorithms and drug calculations daily will boost retention.
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