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AIIMS Nursing Officer NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026
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AIIMS Nursing Officer NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) - Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Vacancies

3,625

Salary

₹44,900 - ₹142,400

Job Type

permanent

full time

Apply By

16 Mar 2026

About This Job

AIIMS has released NORCET 10 notification for 3,625 Nursing Officer posts across 26 central government institutes. Candidates with B.Sc Nursing or GNM Diploma can apply online. Last date to apply is 16 March 2026. Age limit is 18 to 30 years. Pay is Rs 44,900-1,42,400 per month (Level 7). Selection is through 2-stage CBT exam.

AIIMS NORCET 10 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released the notification for NORCET 10 (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test - 10th phase). This is a great opportunity for nursing professionals to join as Nursing Officer (Group B) at top central government hospitals across India.

There are a total of 3,625 vacancies at 26 institutes, including 18 AIIMS and 8 other central government hospitals like JIPMER, VMMC Safdarjung Hospital, CIP Ranchi, and more.

Vacancy Breakdown

  • Total Posts: 3,625 (approximate)
  • UR (General): 1,467
  • OBC: 1,020
  • SC: 536
  • ST: 249
  • EWS: 353

Who Can Apply?

You can apply through any of these pathways:

  • Pathway 1: B.Sc Nursing (Hons) / B.Sc Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing + Registration with State or Indian Nursing Council
  • Pathway 2: GNM Diploma + 2 years of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds + Nursing Council registration

Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 years
  • Maximum Age: 30 years (as on 16 March 2026)
  • SC/ST: 5 years relaxation
  • OBC: 3 years relaxation
  • PwBD: 10 years relaxation

Salary and Pay

Selected candidates will get pay as per 7th Pay Commission Level 7:

  • Basic Pay: Rs 44,900 - Rs 1,42,400 per month
  • Gross Salary: Around Rs 81,977 per month
  • In-Hand Salary: Around Rs 66,663 per month
  • Grade Pay: Rs 4,600 (pre-revised)
  • Allowances: DA (53%), HRA (8-24% depending on city), TA, Nursing Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, Risk Allowance, LTC, and Pension

Selection Process

Selection will be done through a 2-stage Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification and medical exam.

Stage I - Preliminary Exam (Qualifying)

  • 100 MCQs in 90 minutes
  • 5 sections with 20 questions each (18 minutes per section)
  • 20 questions on General Knowledge + 80 on Nursing
  • Negative marking: -1/3 for each wrong answer
  • Sections are sequential (you cannot go back)
  • This is a qualifying exam only

Stage II - Mains Exam (Merit-Determining)

  • 160 MCQs in 180 minutes (3 hours)
  • 4 sections with 40 questions each (45 minutes per section)
  • Case scenario-based nursing questions
  • Negative marking: -1/3 for each wrong answer
  • Sections are sequential
  • Your final merit will be based on this exam

Application Fee

  • General / OBC: Rs 3,000
  • SC / ST / EWS: Rs 2,400
  • PwBD: Exempted (no fee)

Participating Institutes (26 Centres)

AIIMS Institutes: Delhi, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Patna, Raipur, Rishikesh, Gorakhpur, Nagpur, Mangalagiri, Rajkot, Kalyani, Deoghar, Guwahati, Bathinda, Raebareli, Vijaypur, Awantipora

Other Central Govt Institutes: JIPMER, VMMC Safdarjung Hospital, CIP Ranchi, CNCI Kolkata, NITRD, AIIPMR Mumbai, CAPFIMS, LHMC Delhi

Important Dates

  • Notification Date: 13 February 2026
  • Application Start: 24 February 2026
  • Application End: 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
  • Stage I Exam: 11 April 2026
  • Stage I Result: 16 April 2026
  • Stage II Exam: 30 April 2026
  • Stage II Result: 11 May 2026

How to Apply

  1. Go to the official AIIMS website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
  2. Click on the NORCET 10 recruitment link
  3. Register yourself with a valid email and mobile number
  4. Fill in your personal, education, and experience details
  5. Upload your photo, signature, and required documents
  6. Pay the application fee online
  7. Submit the form and take a printout for your records

Note: Candidates currently working in government or PSU must get a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer.

Responsibilities

  • Provide patient care and nursing services in the assigned ward or department
  • Give medicines and injections to patients as directed by doctors
  • Monitor patient health and record vital signs like blood pressure, temperature, and pulse
  • Keep proper records of patient treatment, medicines, and health updates
  • Help doctors during medical procedures and surgeries
  • Follow hospital infection control and safety guidelines
  • Work in rotating shifts including morning, evening, and night duty
  • Educate patients and their families about health care and recovery
  • Handle emergency cases and provide first aid when needed
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the ward area

Eligibility Criteria

Minimum Qualification

B.Sc Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc Nursing or GNM Diploma with 2 years experience

Preferred Qualification

B.Sc Nursing (Hons) from a recognized university

Required Skills

Clinical nursing skills, Patient care, Medical record keeping, Emergency care, Communication skills

Age Limit

18 - 30 years (as on 16 Mar 2026)

Salary & Compensation

Pay Scale

Level 7 (7th CPC): Rs 44,900-1,42,400

Grade Pay

₹4,600

Allowances

DA (53%), HRA (8-24% depending on city), TA, Nursing Allowance, Night Duty Allowance, Risk Allowance, LTC, Pension

Selection Process

  1. 1 Written Exam
  2. 2 Document Verification
  3. 3 Medical Exam

Exam Pattern

NORCET 10 Exam Pattern

The selection is through a 2-stage Computer Based Test (CBT). Both stages have negative marking of 1/3 mark for each wrong answer.

Stage I - Preliminary Exam (Qualifying Only)

DetailInformation
Total Questions100 MCQs
Duration90 minutes
Sections5 sections (20 questions each, 18 minutes per section)
SubjectsGeneral Knowledge (20 questions) + Nursing (80 questions)
Negative Marking-1/3 mark for each wrong answer
NatureQualifying only (not counted in final merit)
Section NavigationSequential - cannot go back to previous section

Stage II - Mains Exam (Merit-Determining)

DetailInformation
Total Questions160 MCQs
Duration180 minutes (3 hours)
Sections4 sections (40 questions each, 45 minutes per section)
Question TypeCase scenario-based nursing questions
Negative Marking-1/3 mark for each wrong answer
NatureMerit-determining (final rank based on this score)
Section NavigationSequential - cannot go back to previous section

After the written exam: Candidates who qualify will go through document verification and medical examination.

How to Apply

Application Mode: online

Important Dates

Notification

13 Feb 2026

Application Start

24 Feb 2026

Last Date to Apply

16 Mar 2026

Last Fee Payment

16 Mar 2026

Exam Date

11 Apr 2026

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