AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Apply Online for Nursing Officer Posts | Stage I & II CBT

The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has officially released the notification for Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) – 10. This national-level recruitment drive is conducted for appointment to Nursing Officer (Group-B) posts across multiple AIIMS institutions in India.

If you are a qualified nurse seeking a prestigious central government medical job, this is a golden opportunity. Read the complete details below including eligibility, exam pattern, application process, fees, and important links.


📌 Overview of AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026

Particular Details
Exam Name NORCET – 10
Conducting Body AIIMS, New Delhi
Post Name Nursing Officer
Pay Level Level 7 (₹9300–34800 + GP ₹4600 Pre-revised)
Job Type Central Government
Exam Mode Online (CBT)
Selection Process Stage I (Prelims) + Stage II (Mains)
Job Location Across Participating AIIMS

🗓 Important Dates

  • Online Application Start Date: 24 February 2026

  • Last Date to Apply: 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM)

  • Stage I (Preliminary Exam): 11 April 2026

  • Stage II (Mains Exam): 30 April 2026

  • Admit Card Release: 08 April 2026


🎓 Eligibility Criteria

✅ Educational Qualification

Candidates must have one of the following:

Option 1:

  • B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing
    OR

  • Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing

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

Option 2:

  • Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM)

  • Registered as Nurse & Midwife

  • Minimum 2 years experience in a 50-bedded hospital after qualification

⚠ Experience must be acquired after registration and completion of course.


🎂 Age Limit (As on 16 March 2026)

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years

  • Maximum Age: 30 Years

Age Relaxation:

  • SC/ST – 5 Years

  • OBC – 3 Years

  • PWBD – 10 Years

  • Ex-Servicemen – As per Govt Rules


💰 Application Fee

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

Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking

SC/ST candidates who appear in the exam will get refund after verification.


🧪 Selection Process – Two Stage CBT

🟢 Stage I – NORCET Preliminary

  • 100 MCQs (80 Nursing + 20 GK & Aptitude)

  • Duration: 90 Minutes

  • Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer

  • Qualifying Nature Only

🔵 Stage II – NORCET Mains

  • 160 MCQs (Nursing Subject Based)

  • Duration: 180 Minutes

  • Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer

  • Merit List Based on Mains Score

Final selection will be strictly based on Stage II marks.


🏨 Participating AIIMS Institutions

Recruitment will be conducted for multiple AIIMS including:

  • AIIMS New Delhi

  • AIIMS Bhopal

  • AIIMS Bhubaneswar

  • AIIMS Rishikesh

  • AIIMS Patna

  • AIIMS Raipur

  • AIIMS Nagpur

  • AIIMS Rajkot

  • AIIMS Gorakhpur

  • AIIMS Kalyani

  • AIIMS Mangalagiri

  • AIIMS Bathinda

  • AIIMS Deoghar

  • AIIMS Guwahati

  • AIIMS Rae Bareli

  • AIIMS Vijaypur

Vacancies will be notified separately by participating institutes.


📑 Documents Required

  • Educational Certificates

  • Nursing Council Registration

  • Experience Certificate (if applicable)

  • Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PWBD)

  • NOC (If working in Govt/Semi Govt organization)

  • ID Proof

  • Passport Size Photo & Signature


🔗 Important Links


📝 Why You Should Apply?

✔ Central Government Job Security
✔ Attractive Salary & Allowances
✔ Work in India’s Top Medical Institutes
✔ Career Growth & Promotion Opportunities
✔ Pan India Posting Options