At a Glance
- Exam / Result Date
- 09 September 2026
- Application Last Date
- 13 August 2026 (up to 05:00 PM)
- Application Start Date
- 24 July 2026
- Eligibility
- B.Sc Nursing / GNM with 2 Years Experience
- Salary
- ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level-7, 7th CPC)
Quick Summary
AIIMS has announced the NORCET-11 notification for 2,218 Nursing Officer posts. Apply online from 24 July to 13 August 2026 at aiimsexams.ac.in.
All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) is a group of autonomous public medical colleges of higher education under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is responsible for conducting the centralized Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) for appointments across various AIIMS campuses. Its official recruitment portal is aiimsexams.ac.in.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – What You Need to Know
2,218 posts. Lakhs of expected applicants. One official portal. All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) has published the AIIMS NORCET 11th Exam 2026 notification through aiimsexams.ac.in, open from 24 July 2026 to 13 August 2026. Full breakdown of eligibility and fee is below.
| Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Science (AIIMS) | Advt. No. | Notice No. 103/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam Name | NORCET 11 (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test) | Total Vacancies | 2,218 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online | Application Fee | ₹3000 (Gen/OBC); ₹2400 (SC/ST/EWS); Nil (PH) |
| Apply Start Date | 24 July 2026 | Last Date to Apply | 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Age Limit | 18–30 Years | Stage I Exam Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Official Portal | aiimsexams.ac.in | ||
Source: Official AIIMS NORCET 11th Notification (Notice No. 103/2026), AIIMS, July 2026. Download PDF
In the previous NORCET cycle, comparable numbers of vacancies were announced across participating institutes — the 2026 drive maintains this high volume with 2,218 total posts across 19 AIIMS facilities.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
The complete recruitment timeline for the NORCET 11 exam cycle spans from the July notification through the Stage II exam in September. All dates are provided below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 24 July 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 13 August 2026 (up to 05:00 PM) |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 13 August 2026 |
| Exam City Available | 03 September 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | 09 September 2026 |
| Stage I (Prelims) Exam Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Stage II (Mains) Exam Date | 30 September 2026 |
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Vacancy Details & Participating AIIMS
A total of 2,218 vacancies have been announced across 19 participating AIIMS institutions for the 11th edition of the NORCET exam. Candidates will submit their institute preferences following the results of the Stage I exam.
| AIIMS Name | State Name |
|---|---|
| AIIMS New Delhi | Delhi |
| AIIMS Rae Bareli | Uttar Pradesh |
| AIIMS Gorakhpur | Uttar Pradesh |
| AIIMS Patna | Bihar |
| AIIMS Deoghar | Jharkhand |
| AIIMS Nagpur | Maharashtra |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | Andhra Pradesh |
| AIIMS Bilaspur | Himachal Pradesh |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| AIIMS Raipur | Chhattisgarh |
| AIIMS Kalyani | West Bengal |
| AIIMS Vijaypur | Jammu |
| AIIMS Guwahati | Assam |
| AIIMS Bathinda | Punjab |
Additional participating institutes will be outlined in the detailed seat matrix released by AIIMS prior to the Stage II preference window.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Application Fee
The application fee varies by candidate category and must be paid through online modes or an offline E-Challan prior to the registration deadline.
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3000/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2400/- |
| Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD) | Exempted (₹0) |
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Eligibility Criteria
Candidates applying for AIIMS NORCET 11 must fulfill the following educational and age criteria before the closing date of the application window.
Age Limit for AIIMS NORCET 2026
| Category | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| General / EWS | 18 years | 30 years |
| OBC | 18 years | 33 years (+3 relaxation) |
| SC / ST | 18 years | 35 years (+5 relaxation) |
| PwD | 18 years | 40 years (+10 relaxation) |
Age limit is calculated as of the last date of application (13 August 2026).
Educational Qualification
To appear for the NORCET exam, candidates must possess one of the following qualifications from an institute recognized by the Indian Nursing Council or State Nursing Council:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing and registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the State/Indian Nursing Council. OR
- Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing and registered as a Nurse & Midwife. OR
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) and registered as a Nurse & Midwife, along with exactly 2 Years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the educational qualification.
GNM candidates must ensure that their 2 years of clinical experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital is acquired after completing the diploma and registering with the State/Indian Nursing Council. Experience gained before formal registration is typically not counted for NORCET eligibility.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Pay Scale & Salary
The remuneration for an AIIMS Nursing Officer falls under Pay Matrix Level 07, which is a significant and high-paying category for an entry-level professional government job.
At Level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission Pay Matrix, the basic pay starts at ₹44,900. After adding Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA up to 30% depending on posting city class), Transport Allowance (TA), and a specialized Nursing Allowance, the expected monthly in-hand salary for a Nursing Officer posted in an X-class metro city (like Delhi) comes to approximately ₹65,000 – ₹72,000. This figure varies slightly with the posting location and applicable deductions like NPS.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Selection Process
The selection for Nursing Officer posts will be conducted through a two-stage Computer-Based Test (CBT) process designed to evaluate fundamental nursing knowledge and clinical application.
| Stage | Description |
|---|---|
| Stage I: NORCET Preliminary | A 90-minute qualifying exam with 100 MCQs. Candidates who secure the qualifying percentile (e.g., 50 percentile for UR/EWS, 45 for OBC) proceed to the next stage. Approximately 5 times the total seats will be called for Stage II. |
| Stage II: NORCET Mains | A 180-minute exam with 160 MCQs (160 marks). This is the merit-deciding examination. A penalty of 1/3 mark applies for each incorrect answer. |
| Institute Allocation & DV | Qualified candidates will submit their preferences for AIIMS institutes. Seat allotment is done based on Stage II rank, category, and preferences. Selected candidates then undergo physical Document Verification. |
The Stage I preliminary exam evaluates candidates across Nursing subjects as well as General Knowledge and Aptitude. However, the Stage II Mains exam is more intensive and focuses comprehensively on nursing subjects and scenario-based clinical questions. There is no interview in this selection process.
How to Fill AIIMS NORCET 2026 Online Form – Step by Step
Candidates must register and submit their applications entirely through the online mode. Follow these steps to ensure a successful submission.
- Visit the Official Portal: Navigate to the AIIMS examinations website at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Start Registration: Click on the NORCET 11 link under the "Recruitments" tab and proceed to "New Registration". Provide your basic details to generate a unique login ID and password.
- Fill Application Details: Log in using the generated credentials and accurately fill out your educational, personal, and professional experience details.
- Upload Documents: Upload a scanned passport-size photograph, signature, and left thumb impression according to the specified size and format guidelines.
- Pay the Application Fee: Complete the fee payment (₹3000 for Gen/OBC or ₹2400 for SC/ST/EWS) through Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or offline E-Challan.
- Submit and Print: Review all entered information in the preview screen, submit the form, and immediately take a printout of the final confirmation page for future reference.
Application Open: 24 July 2026 | Last Date: 13 August 2026
AIIMS NORCET 2026 Admit Card – How to Download
The AIIMS NORCET 2026 Admit Card for Stage I has not been released yet. It will be available for download at aiimsexams.ac.in by 09 September 2026, prior to the written examination on 12 September 2026. Candidates should keep their registration ID and password ready to download the hall ticket.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Exam Syllabus & Paper Pattern
The Stage I Preliminary CBT consists of 100 questions to be solved in 90 minutes. This includes 80 questions covering the core nursing syllabus and 20 questions dedicated to General Awareness and Aptitude. The Stage II Mains CBT is a 180-minute exam consisting of 160 nursing-based multiple-choice questions. Both stages carry a negative marking penalty of 1/3 mark for each incorrect answer.
AIIMS NORCET 2026 – Official Links & Notification PDF
All essential links required to complete the registration process, download notices, and access the official AIIMS portal are provided below.
| Apply Online | Apply Now |
| Download Short Notice | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
