AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2551 Nursing Officer Posts

The AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 notification has been officially released by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi for the recruitment of Nursing Officer posts across various participating AIIMS institutes in India. This recruitment will be conducted through the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-10).

Candidates who have completed B.Sc Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc Nursing, or Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) are eligible to apply for this recruitment. The online application process started on 24 February 2026, and the last date to submit the AIIMS NORCET 10 Online Form 2026 is 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM).

This recruitment offers a great opportunity for nursing professionals who wish to work in prestigious AIIMS hospitals across India with attractive salary and benefits under the Pay Level-07 pay matrix.

In this article, you will find complete information about AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026, including vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, important dates, selection process, and steps to apply online.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 Overview

Particular	Details
Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Exam Name	NORCET-10 (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test)
Post Name	Nursing Officer
Total Vacancies	2551
Advertisement No	17/2026
Job Location	Various AIIMS Institutes across India
Application Mode	Online
Start Date to Apply	24 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 March 2026 (5 PM)
Official Website	aiimsexams.ac.in

AIIMS conducts the NORCET exam twice a year to recruit Nursing Officers in different AIIMS institutes across India. The selection is done based on performance in the Computer Based Test (CBT) conducted in two stages.

AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

Post Name	Number of Posts
Nursing Officer	2551

According to the official notification, 80% of seats are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates in participating AIIMS institutes.

The number of vacancies may change depending on requirements of participating AIIMS institutions.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification 2026 – Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Start	24 February 2026
Last Date to Apply	16 March 2026
Application Status	24 March 2026
Correction Window	25 – 27 March 2026
Exam City Details	4 April 2026
Admit Card Release	8 April 2026
NORCET Preliminary Exam	11 April 2026
NORCET Mains Exam	30 April 2026
Result Declaration	To be Announced

Candidates are advised to complete the application well before the last date to avoid technical issues during submission.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Eligibility Criteria

Before filling the AIIMS NORCET 10 Online Form 2026, candidates must ensure that they meet the required eligibility conditions.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:

Option 1

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

OR

• Post Basic B.Sc Nursing from a recognized institute
• Must be registered as Nurse & Midwife with State / Indian Nursing Council

Option 2

• Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized institute
• Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds

The required experience must be obtained after completing the course and registration with the Nursing Council.

Age Limit

Category	Age Limit
Minimum Age	18 Years
Maximum Age	30 Years

Age Relaxation

Category	Relaxation
SC / ST	5 Years
OBC	3 Years
PwBD	10 Years
PwBD + OBC	13 Years
PwBD + SC/ST	15 Years

Age will be calculated as on 16 March 2026, which is the closing date of online registration.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Salary

Candidates selected as Nursing Officers will receive salary under Pay Level-07 in the Pay Matrix.

Salary Details	Amount
Pay Band	₹9300 – ₹34800
Grade Pay	₹4600
Pay Level	Level-07

Apart from the basic salary, selected candidates will also get allowances such as:

• Dearness Allowance (DA)
• House Rent Allowance (HRA)
• Transport Allowance
• Other government benefits

AIIMS NORCET 10 Application Fee

Category	Fee
General / OBC	₹3000
SC / ST / EWS	₹2400
PwBD	Exempted

The application fee can be paid online using:

• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Net Banking

The fee once paid will not be refunded except for SC/ST candidates after verification.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Selection Process

The selection process for AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 consists of two stages:

Stage 1 – NORCET Preliminary Examination

• Mode: Computer Based Test
• Total Questions: 100 MCQs
• Duration: 90 minutes
• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for wrong answers
• Nature: Qualifying exam

This stage tests candidates on General Knowledge, Aptitude, and Nursing subjects.

Stage 2 – NORCET Mains Examination

• Total Questions: 160 MCQs
• Duration: 180 minutes
• Focus: Nursing subjects and case-based questions
• Negative Marking: 1/3 mark for wrong answers

The final merit list will be prepared based on marks obtained in NORCET Mains.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Apply Online 2026 – Step-by-Step Process

Candidates can follow these steps to apply for AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026:

1. Visit the official website: aiimsexams.ac.in
2. Click on NORCET-10 Registration
3. Create a new account using email ID and mobile number
4. Login and fill the online application form
5. Upload required documents:
   • Photograph
   • Signature
   • Thumb impression
   • Certificates
6. Pay the application fee online
7. Submit the application form
8. Download and print the confirmation page

Candidates should verify all information before submitting the form.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern

Preliminary Exam

Section	Questions	Marks
General Knowledge & Aptitude	20	20
Nursing Subject	80	80
Total	100	100

Mains Exam

Section	Questions	Marks
Nursing Subject	160	160

The exam will be conducted in multiple sections with fixed time limits for each section.

Documents Required for Application

Candidates must keep the following documents ready while applying:

• Recent passport size photograph
• Signature
• Left thumb impression
• Educational qualification certificates
• Nursing Council registration certificate
• Category certificate (if applicable)
• Experience certificate (for diploma holders)
• ID proof

AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 – Participating Institutes

Selected candidates may be posted in various AIIMS institutes including:

• AIIMS New Delhi
• AIIMS Bhopal
• AIIMS Bhubaneswar
• AIIMS Patna
• AIIMS Raipur
• AIIMS Nagpur
• AIIMS Rishikesh
• AIIMS Gorakhpur
• AIIMS Bathinda
• AIIMS Kalyani
• AIIMS Rajkot

Final posting will depend on merit, preferences, and available vacancies.

Why AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Is a Great Opportunity

Working as a Nursing Officer in AIIMS provides several benefits:

• Stable central government job
• Attractive salary and allowances
• Career growth opportunities
• Job security
• Opportunity to work in top medical institutions

Due to these benefits, AIIMS NORCET exams attract thousands of applicants every year.

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