At a Glance
- Total Vacancies
- 1,484 Posts (Group B & Group C, Non-Faculty)
- Post Name
- 93/2026
- Eligibility
- Matriculation (10th) to Postgraduation (post-wise)
- Age Limit
- Minimum 18 years | Maximum 21–50 years (post-wise)
- Exam / Result Date
- 25 to 27 July 2026 (tentative)
- Application Last Date
- 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
- Application Start Date
- 13 June 2026
Quick Summary
AIIMS New Delhi has released the Common Recruitment Examination-5 (CRE-5) 2026 notification (Advt. No. 93/2026) for 1484 Group B and Group C non-faculty posts across 28 AIIMS institutes and Central Government healthcare bodies. Apply online from 13 June to 3 July 2026 at aiimsexams.ac.in. CBT exam from 25–27 July 2026.
1,484 permanent central government posts across 28 of India's premier medical institutions — opened in a single recruitment window that closes in just 20 days. AIIMS CRE-5 (Common Recruitment Examination-5) 2026 is the broadest single-window recruitment drive in the healthcare sector this year, spanning 57 distinct post groups, qualifications from Class 10 to postgraduate, and a Computer Based Test scheduled for 25–27 July 2026. Compared to CRE-4 (2025) which notified 1,383 posts, CRE-5 adds 101 more vacancies — and unlike many Central Government recruitments, candidates who qualify in the CBT are allowed to rank-order their institute preferences, giving them meaningful control over which of the 28 participating AIIMS and Central Government bodies they are allocated to.
AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has officially released the Detailed Recruitment Advertisement (DRA) for Common Recruitment Examination (CRE-5) 2026 vide Advt. No. 93/2026 on 13 June 2026. The recruitment notifies 1,484 vacancies for various regular Non-Faculty Group B and Group C posts across 20 AIIMS institutes and 8 other Central Government healthcare institutes and bodies, including ICMR, CNCI Kolkata, Dr. RML Hospital New Delhi, Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC), RIPANS Aizawl, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, and the Pasteur Institute of India. Posts span 57 post groups covering nursing, pharmacy, laboratory services, administration, engineering, data management, and technical healthcare roles. Eligible candidates with qualifications from Matriculation/10th pass up to postgraduation can apply online at aiimsexams.ac.in from 13 June 2026 to 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM). The Computer Based Test (CBT) is tentatively scheduled for 25 to 27 July 2026.
In CRE-4 (2025), AIIMS notified 1,383 Group B and C posts across participating institutes. CRE-5 (2026) records an increase to 1,484 posts — an addition of 101 vacancies (+7.3%) year-on-year — reflecting continued expansion of AIIMS campuses, particularly newer AIIMS institutes that are scaling up their non-faculty workforce.
| Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — Examination Section |
|---|---|
| Advt. No. | 93/2026 |
| Exam Name | AIIMS Common Recruitment Examination-5 (CRE-5) 2026 |
| Total Vacancies | 1,484 Posts (Group B & Group C, Non-Faculty) |
| Total Post Groups | 57 Post Groups |
| Participating Institutes | 28 institutions — 20 AIIMS + ICMR, CNCI Kolkata, Dr. RML Hospital, LHMC New Delhi, RIPANS Aizawl, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, Pasteur Institute of India, and others |
| Post Type | Group B and Group C (Non-Faculty, Regular) |
| Application Mode | Online only — aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Application Start Date | 13 June 2026 |
| Application Last Date | 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Application Fee | ₹3,000 (General/OBC) | ₹2,400 (SC/ST/EWS) | Nil (PwBD) — per group applied |
| Age Limit (as on 3 July 2026) | Minimum 18 years | Maximum 21–50 years (post-wise) |
| Minimum Qualification | Matriculation (10th) to Postgraduation (post-wise) |
| CBT Exam Date | 25 to 27 July 2026 (tentative) |
| Pay Scale | Pay Level 2–8, 7th CPC (₹18,000 – ₹90,000+ depending on post) |
| Official Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in |
Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Detailed Recruitment Advertisement (DRA), Advt. No. 93/2026, released by AIIMS New Delhi at aiimsexams.ac.in on 13 June 2026.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Notification / DRA Released | 13 June 2026 | Done |
| Online Application Begins | 13 June 2026 | Done |
| Application Last Date (online) | 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM) | Upcoming |
| Fee Update / Correction Last Date | 23 June 2026 | Upcoming |
| NOC Submission Last Date (for in-service candidates) | 8 July 2026 | Upcoming |
| Application Acceptance Status Published | 9 July 2026 (at aiimsexams.ac.in — login required) | Upcoming |
| Admit Card Available | Before exam — check aiimsexams.ac.in (est. ~20 July 2026*) | |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) | 25 to 27 July 2026 (tentative) | Upcoming |
| Skill Test (for applicable post groups) | To be announced — check aiimsexams.ac.in | |
| Choice / Preference Exercise (qualified candidates) | To be announced after CBT result | |
| Seat Allocation | To be announced — check aiimsexams.ac.in | |
| Document Verification | To be announced by respective allotted institute |
*Admit card date is approximate based on AIIMS CRE historical practice. No admit card is sent by post or email — download only at aiimsexams.ac.in. AIIMS reserves the right to revise the CBT schedule with 10 days' advance notice. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA, Advt. No. 93/2026.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Vacancy Details (Post-wise)
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 covers 57 post groups across Group B and Group C non-faculty categories. Each post group has its own qualification, age limit, and participating institute set, as detailed in the Annexure-I of the official DRA. Candidates must review Annexure-I carefully before applying — eligibility rules differ by post group and by institute within the same group. The table below shows major post categories; the complete post-group list with institute-wise vacancy counts is in the official DRA at aiimsexams.ac.in.
| Post Category (Group) | Representative Posts | Pay Level (7th CPC) | Minimum Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group B — Technical / Healthcare | Nursing Officer / Senior Nursing Officer, Pharmacist, Junior Medical Lab Technologist, OT Technologist, Radiographer, Medical Record Officer | Level 6–8 (₹35,400 – ₹47,600 basic) |
B.Sc. / Diploma in relevant field (Nursing, Pharmacy, MLT, etc.) from recognised institution; registration with statutory council where applicable |
| Group B — Administrative | Assistant Administrative Officer, Executive Assistant, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical) | Level 6–7 (₹35,400 – ₹44,900 basic) |
Bachelor's Degree or technical diploma in the relevant discipline from a recognised university |
| Group C — Technical / Support | Junior Administrative Assistant (LDC), Lab Attendant, OT Attendant, Hospital Attendant, Store Attendant, Pharmacist Grade II, Data Entry Operator, Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) | Level 2–4 (₹19,900 – ₹25,500 basic) |
Matriculation (10th pass) or 10+2 (12th pass) or ITI/Trade Certificate as specified per post group in Annexure-I |
| Total (All Groups) | 1,484 Posts across 57 Post Groups and 28 Participating Institutes | ||
Representative posts only. Complete post-group-wise and institute-wise vacancy breakdown is in Annexure-I of the official DRA. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026, Advt. No. 93/2026, aiimsexams.ac.in.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Participating Institutes
Vacancies in CRE-5 2026 are distributed across 28 AIIMS institutes and Central Government bodies. AIIMS New Delhi only conducts the examination — actual appointment, service conditions, posting location, and reservation policies are governed by each respective participating institute independently.
| Category | Participating Institutes |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Institutes (20) | AIIMS New Delhi, AIIMS Awantipora (J&K), AIIMS Bathinda, AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Bibinagar, AIIMS Bilaspur (HP), AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Kalyani, AIIMS Mangalagiri, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Raebareli, AIIMS Raipur, AIIMS Rajkot, AIIMS Rishikesh, AIIMS Vijaypur, and others as per official DRA |
| Other Central Government Institutes / Bodies (8+) | ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research), CNCI Kolkata, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia (RML) Hospital New Delhi, Lady Hardinge Medical College (LHMC) New Delhi, RIPANS Aizawl, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, Pasteur Institute of India, and others as per official DRA |
Participating institute list as per AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA (Advt. No. 93/2026). Final list and institute-specific vacancies are in Annexure-I of the official notification PDF.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3,000 per post group | Fee is non-refundable (except for SC/ST candidates who appear in exam) |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2,400 per post group | SC/ST fee is refunded after appearing in the CBT |
| PwBD (PH) | Nil | Fully exempted from fee for all post groups |
| Payment Mode | Online only — Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking | |
Fee is charged per post group applied. Candidates applying to 2 post groups pay double the applicable fee. Reservation category changes are not permitted after fee payment. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA, Advt. No. 93/2026.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit for AIIMS CRE-5 2026 (as on 3 July 2026)
| Post Group | Minimum Age | Maximum Age | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group C Posts (general) | 18 years | 25–30 years (post-wise) | SC/ST: +5 years | OBC: +3 years | PwBD: +10 years | Ex-Servicemen: as per Government of India rules | Central Govt. employees: as per applicable service rules at AIIMS New Delhi, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, LHMC, ICMR, and Pasteur Institute of India |
| Group B Posts (general) | 21 years | 30–35 years (post-wise) | |
| Senior / Supervisory Posts | 21 years | Up to 40–50 years (post-wise) |
Age calculated as on 3 July 2026 (closing date of online registration). Exact post-wise age limits are in Annexure-I of the DRA. SC/ST candidates applying for unreserved vacancies are not entitled to age relaxation. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA, Advt. No. 93/2026.
Educational Qualification for AIIMS CRE-5 2026
| Post Group | Required Qualification |
|---|---|
| Group C (non-technical / support staff) | Matriculation (Class 10 pass) or Higher Secondary (Class 12 pass) from a recognised board, as specified in Annexure-I per post group |
| Group C (ITI / technical trades) | Matriculation (10th pass) plus ITI Certificate / Trade Certificate in the relevant trade from a recognised institution |
| Group B (administrative / clerical) | Bachelor's Degree from a recognised university in a relevant discipline; additional skills (typing, computer) may be specified per post group |
| Group B (nursing) | B.Sc. Nursing (4-year) from an institution recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC), OR B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) Nursing; valid registration with a State Nursing Council is mandatory |
| Group B (pharmacy) | Degree or Diploma in Pharmacy from a recognised institution; registration with the Pharmacy Council of India or State Pharmacy Council required |
| Group B (engineering) | B.E. / B.Tech in Civil or Electrical Engineering (as applicable) from a recognised university |
| Group B (lab / diagnostic) | B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology or relevant Life Science from a recognised institution; experience as specified per post group in Annexure-I |
All qualifications must be from institutions recognised by the appropriate statutory council / UGC / AICTE. Registration with the relevant statutory council is mandatory where specified. Exact qualifications and experience requirements are in Annexure-I of the official DRA at aiimsexams.ac.in.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
Salaries for all AIIMS CRE-5 2026 posts follow the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) pay matrix. Pay levels and actual in-hand salaries vary significantly by post group — from Level 2 for the lowest Group C support posts to Level 8 for senior Group B technical roles. In addition to basic pay, employees at AIIMS receive Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Transport Allowance (TA), NPS pension contribution, and medical benefits for self and dependants at AIIMS facilities. Actual service conditions, HRA city classification, and additional institute-specific allowances are governed by each participating institute independently.
Salary figures are approximate in-hand estimates as per 7th CPC pay matrix, current DA rates, and AIIMS pay practices. Exact emoluments are governed by rules of the respective participating institute. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA and 7th CPC pay matrix.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Selection Process
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 follows a multi-stage, merit-based selection process. All stages are compulsory for progression. AIIMS New Delhi conducts only the examination — final appointment, document verification, and joining are handled entirely by the respective allotted participating institute.
| Stage | Detail |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 — Online Application | Apply at aiimsexams.ac.in from 13 June to 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM). Separate application + fee for each post group. Application acceptance status published on 9 July 2026. |
| Stage 2 — Computer Based Test (CBT) | Tentatively 25–27 July 2026. CBT has 100 MCQs for 400 marks in 90 minutes. Structured in 5 sections of 20 questions each — each section has an 18-minute time limit that auto-submits and does not allow backtracking to a previous section. Negative marking: 1/4 mark deducted per wrong answer (+4 for correct, −1 for wrong). Qualifying marks: 40% for General/EWS, 35% for OBC, 30% for SC/ST and PwBD. |
| Stage 3 — Skill Test (applicable post groups only) | Conducted for specific post groups — for example, typing test for Lower Division Clerk / Junior Administrative Assistant; practical/viva-voce for Lab Technician or OT Technologist. Qualifying in nature for most post groups — confirm per Annexure-I of the DRA. |
| Stage 4 — Choice & Preference Exercise | Qualified candidates exercise institute choices and indicate preference order for the institutes where the post exists. Candidates who fail to exercise choices in the given window are not considered for any institute. |
| Stage 5 — Seat Allocation | Seats allocated by merit rank in order of choices exercised and category eligibility at each participating institute. Institute-specific reservation policies apply independently. |
| Stage 6 — Document Verification | Originals of educational certificates, age proof (DOB certificate / Matriculation), category certificate, registration certificate (for nursing, pharmacy etc.) verified by the allotted institute. Medical fitness may also be assessed. |
How to Fill AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Online Form – Step by Step
Applications for AIIMS CRE-5 2026 are submitted exclusively at aiimsexams.ac.in. One-Time Registration (OTR) on the portal is required before filling post-specific applications. No changes are permitted after the specified last dates — category, post group, and qualification entries are final at submission.
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR): Visit aiimsexams.ac.in and register with your name, date of birth, email ID, and mobile number. Upload a scanned photograph and signature in the prescribed size and format. Save your registration credentials — they are required for every subsequent login and for downloading the admit card.
- Log in and select CRE-5 2026 post group: Log in with your registered credentials. Navigate to the CRE-5 2026 recruitment link. Read the complete DRA (Detailed Recruitment Advertisement) and Annexure-I carefully before selecting your post group(s) — post-wise eligibility, age limits, and institute availability must all be verified before proceeding.
- Fill personal and educational details: Enter personal details, educational qualifications, work experience (where applicable), and registration certificate details (for nursing, pharmacy, and other regulated posts). Double-check date of birth, category, and post group selection — these cannot be changed after submission.
- Upload required documents: Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and any documents specified for the selected post group (qualification certificate, registration certificate, category certificate, PwBD certificate, etc.) in the format and size limits specified on the portal.
- Pay the application fee: Pay ₹3,000 (General/OBC), ₹2,400 (SC/ST/EWS), or Nil (PwBD) using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. If applying to multiple post groups, pay a separate fee for each. Note the payment transaction ID. Fees are non-refundable (except for SC/ST candidates who appear in the CBT).
- Preview, submit, and print: Review the preview page thoroughly — especially category, post group, date of birth, and qualification details. Submit the form and download the confirmation page. Take a printout and keep it safely for all future stages of the recruitment.
Application Open: 13 June 2026 | Last Date: 3 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Admit Card – How to Download
The AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Admit Card has not been released yet. Based on the CBT dates of 25–27 July 2026, the admit card is expected approximately in the third week of July 2026 (estimated around 20 July 2026*) at aiimsexams.ac.in. No admit card is sent by post or email. Candidates must carry the printed admit card along with a valid original Photo ID (Aadhaar / Voter ID / Passport) to the examination centre.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Exam Pattern & Syllabus
The AIIMS CRE-5 2026 Computer Based Test (CBT) is a structured exam with strict sectional time limits — unlike most other recruitment CBTs, candidates cannot revisit or revise answers in a previous section once its 18-minute timer expires. This makes section-wise time management critical. The exam is conducted in bilingual (English and Hindi) mode for 10th/12th level posts, and in English only for bachelor's/technical degree and mixed-level post groups.
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) — Online |
| Total Questions | 100 MCQs |
| Total Marks | 400 marks |
| Duration | 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes) |
| Sections | 5 sections of 20 questions each — 18 minutes per section, auto-submits, no backtracking to a previous section |
| Section Breakup | 20 MCQs — General Knowledge, Aptitude & Computer Awareness; 80 MCQs — Domain-Specific Subject |
| Marking Scheme | +4 marks for each correct answer; −1 mark for each wrong answer (1/4 negative marking); 0 for unattempted |
| Qualifying Marks | 40% for General/EWS | 35% for OBC | 30% for SC/ST and PwBD |
| Language / Medium | Bilingual (English and Hindi) for 10th/12th level posts; English only for bachelor's/technical degree posts |
| Tie-breaking | Higher marks in the domain-specific section (80 MCQs) used to resolve ties |
Exam pattern as per AIIMS CRE established pattern and confirmed in the DRA for CRE-5 2026. Source: AIIMS CRE-5 2026 DRA (Advt. No. 93/2026) and AIIMS CRE syllabus published at aiimsexams.ac.in.
AIIMS CRE-5 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
| Apply Online – AIIMS CRE-5 2026 | aiimsexams.ac.in – CRE-5 2026 Advertisement |
| Download Official Notification / DRA PDF | aiimsexams.ac.in (DRA PDF — click the CRE-5 2026 notification link) |
| AIIMS Official Exams Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in |
