AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: 2,551 Vacancies Announced, Apply by March 16

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has officially released the notification for Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-10 on February 24, 2026. The recruitment drive aims to fill Nursing Officer positions across AIIMS New Delhi and multiple participating AIIMS institutes nationwide.

Candidates aspiring to secure a government nursing job in one of India’s most prestigious medical institutions can submit their applications online until March 16, 2026.

Here is a detailed overview of vacancies, eligibility criteria, important dates, application fees, and exam pattern.

Total Vacancies Under AIIMS NORCET 10

According to the official notification, a total of 2,551 Nursing Officer posts have been announced.

Recruitment will take place across the following AIIMS institutions:

• AIIMS Bathinda

• AIIMS Bhopal

• AIIMS Bhubaneswar

• AIIMS Deoghar

• AIIMS Gorakhpur

• AIIMS Guwahati

• AIIMS Kalyani

• AIIMS Mangalagiri

• AIIMS Nagpur

• AIIMS New Delhi

• AIIMS Patna

• AIIMS Raebareli

• AIIMS Raipur

• AIIMS Rajkot

• AIIMS Rishikesh

• AIIMS Vijaypur

• AIIMS Madurai

• AIIMS CAPFIMS

This recruitment offers central government pay scale benefits, promotion opportunities, job stability, and postings at reputed AIIMS hospitals.

Important Dates for AIIMS NORCET 10

Candidates must keep track of the following key dates:

• Application Start Date: February 24, 2026

• Last Date to Apply: March 16, 2026

• Correction Window: March 25 to March 27, 2026

• Admit Card Release Date: April 8, 2026

• Stage 1 Examination: April 11, 2026

• Stage 2 Examination: April 30, 2026

Applicants are advised to complete the registration process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Educational Qualification Required

To apply for AIIMS NORCET 10, candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an institute recognized by INC or State Nursing Council
  OR

• B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing

• Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State or Indian Nursing Council

Alternatively:

• Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized institution

• GNM candidates must have at least two years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after qualification

Age Limit Criteria

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Maximum Age: 30 years

Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules:

• SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation

• OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation

• PwBD candidates: Up to 10 years relaxation

Application Fee Details

The category-wise application fee is as follows:

• General/OBC: ₹3,000

• SC/ST/EWS: ₹2,400

• Persons with Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted

The application process is completely online through the official AIIMS examination portal.

Admit Card Information

The admit card for AIIMS NORCET 10 will be released on April 8, 2026, on the official AIIMS examination website. Candidates must download it online, as no physical copies will be sent.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern

The recruitment process consists of two stages:

Stage 1 (Preliminary Examination)

• 100 Multiple Choice Questions

• Duration: 90 minutes

Stage 2 (Main Examination)

• 160 Multiple Choice Questions

Both stages include a negative marking of 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer.

Candidates who qualify in Stage 1 will be eligible to appear for Stage 2.

Why This Recruitment Is Important

AIIMS Nursing Officer positions are considered highly prestigious due to:

• Central government salary structure

• Long-term job security

• Career advancement opportunities

• Posting in top-tier government hospitals

With over 2,500 vacancies available, this is a significant opportunity for nursing professionals across India.

Interested candidates should carefully read the official notification and apply before March 16, 2026.