AIIMS NORCET 10 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 - Notification PDF, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

AIIMS NORCET 10 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 - Notification PDF, Eligibility, Salary, Last Date

AIIMS NORCET 10 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: Complete Guide

Recruitment Overview

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released the official notification for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 10. This is a massive opportunity for qualified nursing professionals to secure a prestigious job in various AIIMS institutes across India. A total of 5830+ posts (approximate count based on recent trends for Nursing Officers) are expected to be filled this year.

This recruitment is strictly based on a Competitive Online Examination (CBT) consisting of two stages: Preliminary and Mains. Candidates must clear both stages to be considered for final selection. This is not a direct recruitment; it is an exam-based selection process.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details (Expected Breakdown)

Note: The total number of posts is distributed among various AIIMS institutes. The exact breakdown will be available in the official PDF.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications and be registered with the State/Indian Nursing Council:

• Option A: B.Sc (Hons) Nursing / B.Sc Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/University.
• Option B: B.Sc (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/University.
• Option C: Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) from a recognized Institute/Board/Council.
• Registration: Mandatory registration as a Nurse & Midwife with the State/Indian Nursing Council.
• Experience (For GNM): Two years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the educational qualification.

Age Limit & Relaxation

• Minimum Age: 18 Years
• Maximum Age: 30 Years
• Age Relaxation: Age relaxation is applicable as per Government of India rules (OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwD: 10 years). Specific details will be in the official notification.
• Cut-off Date: (Specific "Age as on" date not explicitly mentioned in text; typically it is the application closing date or exam date).

Selection Process (NORCET 10)

The selection involves a two-stage Online Computer Based Test (CBT). There is no interview.

Selection Stages:

1. Stage I: NORCET Preliminary - Screening Test (Qualifying Nature).
2. Stage II: NORCET Mains - Objective Type (Merit Deciding).
3. Final Merit List: Based on Stage II performance.

Exam Pattern & Structure

Negative Marking

Yes. Typically, 1/3rd (0.33) marks are deducted for every wrong answer in both Preliminary and Mains stages.

Syllabus Highlights

• Nursing Subjects: Anatomy, Physiology, Nutrition, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery, Community Health Nursing.
• General Knowledge: Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Constitution, Sports, Science.
• General Intelligence: Reasoning, Arithmetic, Computer Basics.

Application Fee

Payment Mode: Online (Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking).

How to Apply for AIIMS NORCET 10

1. Visit Official Website: Go to www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
2. Register: Click on "NORCET 10" link and do New Registration using Email ID and Mobile Number.
3. Login: Use your credentials to log in to the application dashboard.
4. Fill Details: Enter Personal, Educational, and Nursing Registration details carefully.
5. Upload Documents: Upload scanned Photograph, Signature, and other required certificates (Size/Format as per guidelines).
6. Pay Fee: Select your category and pay the examination fee online.
7. Submit & Print: Review the form thoroughly, submit it, and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Dates

• Notification Release: 24 February 2026
• Start of Online Application: 24 February 2026
• Last Date to Apply Online: 16 March 2026
• Stage I (Preliminary) Exam Date: 11 April 2026
• Stage I Result Declaration: 16 April 2026
• Stage II (Mains) Exam Date: 30 April 2026
• Stage II Result Declaration: 11 May 2026

Important Links Section

• Apply Online Link (Activate from 24 Feb)
• Download Official Notification PDF
• AIIMS Official Website