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AIIMS NORCET 11 2026 Notification Out: 2218 Nursing Officer Recruitment

AIIMS, New Delhi & Participating Institutes
📋 2218 Vacancies 🎓 B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM Diploma with 2 Years Experience in a 50-bedded hospital + Nursing Council Registration 🗺️ All India (Various AIIMS & Participating Hospitals) 💰 Pay Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2 Rs. 9,300 - 34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600) 📅 Age: 18 - 30 Years (As on 13.08.2026) 💳 Fee: Gen/OBC: ₹3000 | SC/ST/EWS: ₹2400 | PwBD: ₹0
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⏰ Last Date: 13 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
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Job Overview
Total Vacancies
2218
Organisation
AIIMS, New Delhi & Participating Institutes
Post Category
Nursing Officer
Post Group
Group B, Level 07
Pay Scale
Pay Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2 Rs. 9,300 - 34,800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4,600)
Job Location
All India (Various AIIMS & Participating Hospitals)
Application Mode
Online Only
Qualification
B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing OR GNM Diploma with 2 Years Experience in a 50-bedded hospital + Nursing Council Registration
Selection Process
Stage-I Preliminary Exam (CBT) - Stage-II Main Exam (CBT) - Document Verification
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Important Dates
Notification Released
24 July 2026
Application Start
24 July 2026
Last Date to Apply
13 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM)
Application Fee Last Date
13 August 2026
Admit Card
09 September 2026
Exam Date
Stage-I Prelims: 12 September 2026 | Stage-II Mains: 30 September 2026
Result Date
To be announced in due course
🔴 Application deadline has passed. This recruitment is now closed.
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Full Details

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has officially released Notice No. 103/2026 announcing the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-11. This national-level examination serves as a gateway to recruit 2,218 Group ‘B’ Nursing Officers across 18 regional AIIMS institutes and 9 autonomous central hospitals (including ESIC, JIPMER, and Dr. RML Hospital).

📌 AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026: Key Highlights

  • Recruiting Body: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
  • Exam Name: Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11)
  • Total Vacancies: 2,218 Posts (Tentative, subject to updates)
  • Pay Scale: Level-07 Pay Matrix (Basic Pay ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 + Allowances)
  • Educational Qualification: B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. OR GNM Diploma with 2 Years’ Hospital Experience (50-bed min.) + Nursing Council Registration
  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years (as on August 13, 2026; relaxation as per rules)
  • Selection Stages: Stage-I CBT Prelims → Stage-II CBT Mains → Seat Allocation & Document Verification

🗓️ Critical Timeline & Exam Schedule

The online registration portal is live at www.aiimsexams.ac.in from July 24, 2026, to August 13, 2026 (until 5:00 PM). The Stage-I Preliminary CBT Exam is scheduled for September 12, 2026 (Saturday), while the Stage-II Mains Examination will take place on September 30, 2026 (Wednesday). Interested candidates should review the official PDF notification carefully for category quotas, gender reservation details (80% female / 20% male), and step-by-step registration guidelines before submitting their applications

Official AIIMS Portal Link – aiimsexams.ac.in/

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Vacancy Breakdown by Post
Post NameDept / MinistryVacanciesPay Level
Nursing OfficerAIIMS Institutions & Central Govt Hospitals2,218 Vacancies (Tentative)Level 07

* Vacancy numbers are tentative and subject to revision. Check official notification PDF for category-wise breakup.

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State-wise Vacancy
StateVacancies
AIIMS Deoghar223 Posts
AIIMS Patna201 Posts
AIIMS Bhubaneswar197 Posts
AIIMS Guwahati188 Posts
AIIMS New Delhi121 Posts
AIIMS Bathinda89 Posts
AIIMS Rae Bareli81 Posts
AIIMS Avantipora75 Posts
AIIMS Gorakhpur61 Posts
AIIMS Raipur60 Posts
AIIMS Kalyani53 Posts
AIIMS Nagpur48 Posts
AIIMS Rishikesh38 Posts
AIIMS Mangalagiri32 Posts
AIIMS Vijaypur Jammu29 Posts
AIIMS Rewari10 Posts
ESIC New Delhi & Autonomous Hospitals (JIPMER, NITRD, CIP Ranchi, RML, RHTC, CAPFIMS)613 Posts

* State-wise vacancy figures are as per the official notification and may change.

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Category-wise Vacancy
CategoryVacancies
Unreserved (UR)599 Posts
Other Backward Classes (OBC)899 Posts
Scheduled Caste (SC)323 Posts
Economically Weaker Section (EWS)240 Posts
Scheduled Tribe (ST)157 Posts

* Candidates must hold a valid category certificate to claim reservation benefits.

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Salary Breakdown by Post
Post Name Pay Scale Approx. Salary
Nursing Officer (Group B, Level 07)Rs. 9,300 - 34,800 + GP Rs. 4,600 (Pay Level 07 Basic Rs. 44,900 - 1,42,400)Approx. Rs. 72,000 - Rs. 85,000 / month (including DA, HRA, Nursing Allowance, Dress Allowance)

* Salary includes basic pay as per 7th Pay Commission. HRA, DA and other allowances are additional.

Age Relaxation
General Age Limit: 18 - 30 Years (As on 13.08.2026)
Category Age Relaxation
SC / ST Candidates5 Years Relaxation (Up to 35 Years)
OBC Candidates3 Years Relaxation (Up to 33 Years)
PwBD Candidates10 Years Relaxation (Up to 40 Years)
PwBD + OBC Candidates13 Years Relaxation
PwBD + SC/ST Candidates15 Years Relaxation
Ex-ServicemenLength of Military Service + 3 Years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees (3+ years regular service)5 to 10 Years depending on category

* Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules. Candidates must provide valid category certificate at the time of document verification.

Eligibility Criteria
Nationality
Indian Citizen
Experience
2 Years Experience in min 50-bedded hospital (Mandatory ONLY for GNM Diploma holders)
  • Must possess a B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC or State Nursing Council recognized institute.
  • OR Must have completed a Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) with valid Nursing Council registration PLUS 2 years' full-time work experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital acquired after obtaining the diploma and registration.
  • Must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the Indian Nursing Council (INC) or any State Nursing Council.
  • The crucial cutoff date for determining age, qualification, and hospital experience is 13 August 2026.
  • For AIIMS institutions, 80% of total available seats are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates as per Central Institute Body (CIB) norms.
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Application Fee
General / Other Backward Classes (OBC) Rs. 3,000
Scheduled Caste (SC) / Scheduled Tribe (ST) / EWS Rs. 2,400 (SC/ST fee fully refunded upon appearing in CBT)
Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) Rs. 0 (Exempted)

💡 Fee can be paid online via UPI, Net Banking, VISA/Mastercard/RuPay on the official portal.

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Selection Process
1
Stage-I: NORCET Preliminary CBT Examination (Screening / Qualifying Round)
2
Stage-II: NORCET Main CBT Examination (160 MCQs, Core Skill & Case-Scenario Based)
3
Allocation of Seats based on Stage-II Merit List & Preferred AIIMS Choices
4
Document Verification by Allocated Hospitals / Institutes
5
Medical Suitability Examination by Authorized Medical Board
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Exam Pattern
SubjectQuestionsMarksDuration
Stage-I Prelims: General Knowledge, Aptitude & Core Nursing100 Questions100 Marks90 Minutes (5 Sections x 18 Mins)
Stage-II Mains: Skill Competency & Case Scenario-Based Nursing160 Questions160 Marks180 Minutes (4 Sections x 45 Mins)
(Note: 1/3rd negative marking applies in both Stage-I and Stage-II exams)

* Exam pattern is indicative — refer to the official notification for the final pattern.

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Syllabus
SubjectTopics Covered
Stage-I Prelims Knowledge & AptitudeCurrent Affairs, General Awareness, Basic Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Fundamental Nursing Concepts
Stage-I & Stage-II Core Nursing DisciplinesAnatomy, Physiology, Microbiology, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Pediatric Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetrics & Gynecological Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Nursing Administration & Management
Stage-II Clinical CompetencyPractical Patient Care Scenarios, ICU/Critical Care Protocols, Emergency Procedures, Drug Calculation & Triage Assessment
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How to Apply Online
1
Visit the official AIIMS examination website at www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
2
Click on the NORCET-11 registration banner under the Recruitment tab.
3
Complete One Time Registration (OTR) or log in using existing credentials if previously registered.
4
Enter personal details, nursing registration number, educational qualifications, and hospital experience details.
5
Upload passport photograph, live photo capture via webcam/mobile, signature, and left thumb impression according to prescribed dimensions.
6
Pay the online application fee via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
7
Review all details before clicking final submission and save the generated PDF application form for record.
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Documents Required
📄Downloaded Printout of NORCET-11 Online Registration Slip & Fee Receipt
📄NORCET-11 Stage-I & Stage-II Admit Cards signed by Invigilator
📄10th Standard Board Certificate / Birth Certificate (Proof of Age)
📄Degree / Diploma Certificates along with Semester-wise Marksheets
📄Valid Nursing Council Registration Certificate (INC or State Council)
📄2 Years Hospital Experience Certificate specifying 50+ bed count (mandatory for GNM candidates)
📄Cast / Category Certificate in Central Government Format (OBC-NCL issued between 01.04.2026 and 13.08.2026 / EWS for FY 2026-27)
📄No Objection Certificate (NOC) from present employer (if working in Govt/PSU/Autonomous bodies)
📄Valid Photo Identity Proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, PAN Card)
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Recruitment Overview
The AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11) is India's flagship premier healthcare recruitment framework. Designed to standardize appointments across autonomous premier medical institutes, NORCET-11 consolidates 2,218 Nursing Officer vacancies under a single, highly transparent double-tier examination. Selected candidates receive Central Government Pay Level-07 compensation structures along with comprehensive DA, HRA, Nursing Allowances, and medical perks.
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About the Organization
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) New Delhi, established by an Act of Parliament, serves as the apex body for medical education, research, and tertiary patient care in India. Acting as the centralized examination agency for NORCET, AIIMS New Delhi manages test logistics, candidate evaluations, and automated merit seat allocations across participating institutions like AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, ESIC hospitals, and JIPMER.
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About the Job Profile
A Nursing Officer in an AIIMS or central tertiary hospital delivers specialized clinical care across intensive care units (ICU), operating theaters, emergency wards, and outpatient departments. Responsibilities encompass administering medications, monitoring patient vitals, operating advanced life-support systems, maintaining clinical documentation, collaborating with surgical teams, and enforcing hospital infection control protocols.
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Career Opportunities
Induction into Pay Level-07 as a Nursing Officer establishes a secure and prestigious career trajectory within the autonomous central health sector. Through structured time-bound promotions and departmental assessments, healthcare personnel can advance to Senior Nursing Officer (Level-08), Assistant Nursing Superintendent (ANS), Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS), and Nursing Superintendent (NS) administrative ranks.
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Preparation Tips
Since Stage-I features 100 MCQs (80 Nursing + 20 Aptitude/GK) in 90 minutes with strict 18-minute section timers, speed and time management are critical. Stage-II Mains concentrates heavily on clinical case scenarios, drug dosage calculations, and practical patient care decision-making. Candidates should solve clinical case studies, practice mock tests on computer interfaces, and keep a sharp eye on negative marking (1/3rd penalty).
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JobDex Expert Advice
GNM candidates must ensure their 2-year experience certificate explicitly states that the hospital had at least 50 operational beds during their tenure and that the experience was acquired AFTER council registration. OBC applicants must verify that their NCL certificate is issued in Central Government format between 01.04.2026 and 13.08.2026. Don't wait until the final hours on August 13th to submit applications, as server traffic increases significantly near the 5:00 PM cutoff.
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Dakshesh Makwana is the creator of JobDex.in. He is an independent researcher specializing in Indian competitive examinations, government schemes data mapping, and rapid information discovery frameworks for career portals.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total number of vacancies announced for AIIMS NORCET-11?
A tentative total of 2,218 Nursing Officer vacancies are reported across 27 participating AIIMS and autonomous central hospitals.
Can GNM Diploma holders apply for NORCET-11?
Yes, GNM diploma holders are eligible provided they have completed 2 years of work experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after obtaining diploma and registration.
What is the gender reservation policy for NORCET recruitment?
As per Central Institute Body rules, 80% of total vacancies at participating AIIMS are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates.
Is the application fee refundable for SC and ST applicants?
Yes, the Rs. 2,400 application fee for SC/ST candidates will be refunded after the declaration of results provided they appear in the Stage-I examination.
When will the Stage-I and Stage-II CBT examinations be held?
Stage-I Preliminary CBT is scheduled for 12 September 2026, while Stage-II Mains CBT will take place on 30 September 2026.
Is there negative marking in the NORCET-11 exam?
Yes, a penalty of 1/3rd mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both Preliminary and Mains examinations.
Does Stage-I score count toward final merit ranking?
No, Stage-I is strictly qualifying to shortlist candidates (5 times the vacancies) for Stage-II; final merit is based purely on Stage-II performance.
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