AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Body: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Recruitment Scheme: Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-10)
Post: Nursing Officer
Total Vacancies: 2,551 Across AIIMS and Participating Institutes
Notification Released: February 24, 2026
Official Website: aiimsexams.ac.in (Apply & download notification)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Begins | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 Mar 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Status Update | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Correction Window | 25–27 Mar 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 8 Apr 2026 |
| NORCET Stage I (Prelims CBT) | 11 Apr 2026 |
| NORCET Stage II (Mains CBT) | 30 Apr 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
To be eligible, candidates must satisfy one of the following:
Option 1 (Degree):
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing
- OR Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) / State Nursing Council-recognized institute or university
- AND Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council.
Option 2 (Diploma):
- Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from INC/State recognized board
- AND Registered as Nurse & Midwife
- PLUS minimum 2 years’ experience in a 50-bedded hospital after qualification.
Age Limit
- Minimum: 18 years
- Maximum: 30 years (as on last date of application)
- Age Relaxation: As per Government of India norms (SC/ST/OBC/PwBD/Ex-servicemen etc.)
AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Recruitment Details
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Group | Group-B |
| Total Vacancies | 2551 |
| Organization | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) |
| Pay Scale | Level 07 (Pre-revised PB-2: ₹9,300–₹34,800 + GP ₹4,600) |
| Exam Name | NORCET-10 |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer Based Test) |
| Age Limit | 18–30 Years |
| Apply Mode | Online |
Application Fees of AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3,000 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2,400 |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Exempted |
Fees paid are non-refundable; SC/ST fees may be refunded after verification.
Selection Process
Selection for the Nursing Officer posts is based on the AIIMS NORCET-10 Exam, conducted in two stages:
- Stage I – NORCET Prelims (CBT)
- Objective questions
- Duration ~90 minutes
- Qualifying in nature
- Stage II – NORCET Mains (CBT)
- More comprehensive MCQs
- Final merit based on performance in Mains
Final selection is made based on:
- Mains CBT performance
- Candidate preferences
- Document verification
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates are appointed as Nursing Officers under Pay Level-7 (7th CPC), which generally includes:
- Basic Pay: Approximately ₹44,900 – ₹55,000+
- Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance
- Other Central Government allowances & benefits
- Career progression opportunities
- Government service perks (e.g., pension, medical)
The gross monthly salary can range broadly depending on posting city & allowances (~₹60,000–₹75,000+ estimated).
Institute-wise Vacancies Breakdown
| nstitute | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| JIPMER, Karaikal | 383 |
| AIIMS New Delhi | 282 |
| ESIC, New Delhi | 219 |
| AIIMS Kalyani | 205 |
| AIIMS Gorakhpur | 203 |
| AIIMS Patna | 168 |
| SJH, Hospital | 140 |
| AIIMS Deoghar | 104 |
| JIPMER, Puducherry | 88 |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | 88 |
| AIIMS Raebareli | 85 |
| AIIMS Guwahati | 78 |
| AIIMS Bhopal | 76 |
| AIIMS Bathinda | 72 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | 64 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | 56 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | 55 |
| AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu | 54 |
| AIIMS Raipur | 43 |
| CAPFIMS, Maidangarhi | 32 |
| AIIMS Madurai | 30 |
| AIIMS Rajkot | 13 |
| JIPMER, Yanam | 7 |
| NITRD | 5 |
| AIIPMS, Mumbai | 1 |
| CIP, Ranchi | 1 |
AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – Key Application Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | 13 Feb 2026 (official notice) |
| Online Application Start Date | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit NOC (if applicable for govt employees) | 20 March 2026 |
| Application Status Update | 24 March 2026 |
| Correction Window (form edits) | 25–27 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 08 April 2026 |
| Stage I – Prelims Exam | 11 April 2026 |
| Stage II – Mains Exam | 30 April 2026 |
How to Apply
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Register with valid email & mobile.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload scanned documents (educational certificates, registration, photo/signature).
- Pay application fee online.
- Submit and download confirmation page.
Important Links of AIIMS NORCET-10 Recruitment
| Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
| Facebook Page | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
1️⃣ What is NORCET?
NORCET stands for Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test. It is a national-level exam conducted for recruitment of Nursing Officers in AIIMS and participating institutes.
2️⃣ What is the post name?
The post is Nursing Officer (Group-B).
3️⃣ What is the last date to apply?
The last date to apply online is 16 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
4️⃣ What is the exam date?
Stage I (Prelims CBT): 11 April 2026
Stage II (Mains CBT): 30 April 2026
5️⃣ How many vacancies are available?
There are 2,551 vacancies across AIIMS and participating institutions.
6️⃣ What is the educational qualification required?
You must have:
✔ B.Sc. Nursing / Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
OR
✔ GNM Diploma + 2 years’ experience in a 50-bedded hospital
AND
✔ Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council.
7️⃣ What is the age limit?
Minimum: 18 years
Maximum: 30 years
(Age relaxation as per Government of India rules)
8️⃣ What is the application fee?
General / OBC – ₹3,000
SC / ST / EWS – ₹2,400
PwBD – Exempted
9️⃣ What is the selection process?
Selection is done in two stages:
Stage I – Qualifying (Prelims CBT)
Stage II – Final merit (Mains CBT)
Final selection is based on Mains marks + document verification.
🔟 What is the salary?
Pay Level-7 (7th CPC)
Basic Pay: ₹44,900
Gross Salary: Approx. ₹60,000–₹75,000 per month (including allowances)
