AIIMS NORCET 11: Detailed notification released; applications open for 2,218 Nursing Officer posts; check eligibility criteria..
AIIMS NORCET 11 2026: The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has commenced the online application process for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11). This recruitment drive aims to fill Nursing Officer (Group-B) posts at AIIMS New Delhi, as well as at various other AIIMS institutes and participating organizations across the country. Interested and eligible candidates can apply by visiting the official website, aiimsexams.ac.in, until 5:00 PM on August 13, 2026.
Note all important dates
AIIMS has released the complete schedule for the recruitment.
Event Date
Start of online applications July 24, 2026
Last date for applications August 13, 2026 (by 5:00 PM)
Last date for submission of NOC (for government employees) August 18, 2026
Application acceptance status August 24, 2026
Examination city information September 3, 2026
Admit card release September 9, 2026
NORCET Preliminary Exam (CBT) September 12, 2026
NORCET Main Exam (CBT) September 30, 2026
How many posts are being filled?
A total of 2,218 temporary vacancies have been announced under this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be appointed to positions at AIIMS New Delhi, as well as at various other AIIMS institutes and organizations such as JIPMER, ESIC, NITRD, and AIIMS-CAPFIMS.
According to AIIMS, 80% of the posts in the participating institutes will be reserved for women, and 20% will be reserved for men.
Who can apply?
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from an institution recognized by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) or a State Nursing Council:
B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing
Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Registration as a Nurse and Midwife with the State or Indian Nursing Council
GNM diploma holders may also apply, provided:
They are registered as a Nurse and Midwife.
They have at least 2 years of experience in a hospital with 50 or more beds.
Age Limit
Minimum age: 18 years
Maximum age: 30 years
Age will be calculated as of August 13, 2026. Reserved categories will receive age relaxation as per Central Government rules.
What is the salary?
Selected candidates will be appointed at Pay Matrix Level-7. This is a Group-B post. It carries a pay scale of ₹9,300–34,800 (equivalent to the pre-revised pay scale with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600) as per the 7th Pay Commission, along with other allowances in accordance with Central Government rules.
What is the selection process?
The recruitment process will be conducted in two stages.
Stage-1: NORCET Preliminary Examination
Mode of examination: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Total questions: 100
Duration: 90 minutes
20 questions on General Knowledge and Aptitude
80 questions on Nursing subjects
Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer
Stage-2: NORCET Main Examination
Total questions: 160
Duration: 180 minutes
All questions will be based on Nursing subjects and case-based scenarios.
Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer
The final merit list will be prepared based solely on the marks obtained in the Main Examination (Stage-II).
What documents must be carried?
Selected candidates will be required to present original certificates during document verification. Application registration slip
Admit card
Date of birth certificate
Academic certificates
Nursing Council registration certificate
Experience certificate (if applicable)
Reservation certificate (if applicable)
NOC (for government employees)
AIIMS has advised candidates to regularly check the website aiimsexams.ac.in for all new information and updates regarding the recruitment.
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