AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026: 2218 Nursing Officer Vacancies – Apply Online, Eligibility, Fee, Exam Dates
Notice No. 103/2026 | Dated: 24.07.2026 | AIIMS New Delhi
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has released the official notification for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) – 11 vide Notice No. 103/2026 dated 24.07.2026. A total of 2218 tentative vacancies for the post of Nursing Officer are available across AIIMS New Delhi and other participating AIIMS/Institutes/Hospitals all over India. Eligible candidates can apply online from 24th July 2026 to 13th August 2026 through the official website www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
This detailed guide covers everything you need to know about AIIMS NORCET-11 2026 — vacancy details, eligibility criteria, age limit, application fee, exam pattern, selection process, salary, important dates, and how to apply online.
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📋 AIIMS NORCET 11 2026 – Overview
| Organization | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
| Exam Name | Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) – 11 |
| Notice No. | 103/2026 dated 24.07.2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 2218 (Tentative) |
| Pay Level | Level 07, Pay Matrix (Pre-revised Pay Band-2 of Rs. 9300-34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4600/-), Group-B |
| Application Mode | Online Only |
| Registration Start Date | 24 July 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 13 August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Stage I (Preliminary) Exam Date | 12 September 2026 (Saturday) |
| Stage II (Mains) Exam Date | 30 September 2026 (Wednesday) |
| Official Website | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
🗓️ AIIMS NORCET 11 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start Date | 24.07.2026 |
| Online Registration Closing Date | 13.08.2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit NOC (for employed candidates) | 18.08.2026 (by 5:00 PM) |
| Status of Application Form | 24.08.2026 |
| Information on Exam City | 03.09.2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 09.09.2026 |
| Stage I – NORCET Preliminary CBT | 12.09.2026 (Saturday) |
| Stage II – NORCET Main CBT | 30.09.2026 (Wednesday) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced in due course |
⚠️ Note: No extension of dates of any kind will be provided. Candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the last date.
📊 AIIMS NORCET 11 Vacancy Details (Category-Wise)
The total 2218 vacancies (tentative and subject to change) are distributed across participating AIIMS, ESIC, JIPMER Puducherry, and other Central Government hospitals/institutes as follows:
| Category | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| UR (Unreserved) | 899 |
| OBC (NCL) | 599 |
| SC | 323 |
| ST | 157 |
| EWS | 240 |
| Grand Total | 2218 |
PWBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities) candidates are included horizontally within the above categories. Vacancy-wise details for each participating AIIMS/Institute (AIIMS New Delhi, Avantipora, Bathinda, Bhopal, Bilaspur, Bhubaneswar, Deoghar, Gorakhpur, Guwahati, Kalyani, Mangalagiri, Nagpur, Raebareli, Patna, Rishikesh, Raipur, Vijaypur Jammu, Rewari, CAPFIMS, JIPMER Puducherry, ESIC New Delhi, NITRD, CIP Ranchi, SIJ Hospital, Dr. RML Hospital, RHPT Nazafgarh, and KSCH Hospital) are given in Annexure-V of the official notification.
Important: As per CIB decision (27 July 2019), 80% of seats are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates at participating AIIMS institutes. The number of posts is tentative and may change; institutes not currently declaring vacancies may add them later.
🎂 Eligibility Criteria – Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
- The crucial date for determining age is the closing date of online registration, i.e., 13.08.2026.
Age Relaxation Details
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PWBD | 10 Years (max age 56 years) |
| PWBD + OBC | 13 Years (max age 56 years) |
| PWBD + SC/ST | 15 Years (max age 56 years) |
| Ex-Servicemen / Commissioned Officers | Length of Military Service + 3 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees – General (3+ yrs regular service) | 5 Years |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees – OBC | 8 Years (5+3) |
| Central Govt. Civilian Employees – SC/ST | 10 Years (5+5) |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria – Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfil ONE of the following two qualification routes:
Route I
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council (INC) / State Nursing Council recognized Institute or University, OR B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/University
- Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State / Indian Nursing Council
Route II
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) from an INC/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/Board/Council
- Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council
- Two years' experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital, acquired after obtaining the essential qualification (i.e., after completing residency, declaration of result, and Council registration)
All qualifications, registration, and experience (wherever applicable) must be completed on or before the closing date of online application (13.08.2026).
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3000/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2400/- |
| Persons with Disabilities (PWBD) | Exempted |
- Fee payment mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking only.
- Application fee once paid is non-refundable under any circumstances.
- SC/ST candidates who appear in the exam will get their fee refunded after result declaration and verification of certificate.
- Applications submitted without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.
📝 NORCET 11 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Selection is done through a two-stage Computer Based Test (CBT):
Stage I: NORCET Preliminary (Qualifying only)
- Duration: 90 minutes
- 100 MCQs, 100 Marks (20 questions – General Knowledge & Aptitude; 80 questions – Nursing subject syllabus)
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark deducted for each wrong answer
- Exam divided into 5 sections of 18 minutes each (20 questions per section); sections activate sequentially and cannot be revisited
- Qualifying percentile: 50% (UR/EWS), 45% (OBC), 40% (SC/ST); additional 5 percentile relaxation for PWBD candidates in each category
- Candidates qualifying up to 5 times the number of seats per category will be called for Stage II
- Stage I marks are NOT used for final merit (used only as a tie-breaker)
Stage II: NORCET Main (Final Merit)
- Duration: 180 minutes
- 160 MCQs, 160 Marks — full nursing syllabus with case scenario-based questions testing clinical/nursing skill competency
- Negative marking: 1/3 mark for each wrong answer
- Exam divided into 4 sections of 45 minutes each (40 questions per section), sequential activation
- Qualifying percentage: 50% (UR/EWS), 45% (OBC), 40% (SC/ST); additional 5% relaxation for PWBD candidates
- Final Merit List is prepared based on Stage II (Main) marks only
Tie-Breaking Criteria (in order)
- Fewer wrong answers/negative marks in Stage II
- Higher marks in Stage I Preliminary
- Fewer wrong answers in Stage I Preliminary
- Older candidate (by date of birth) ranked higher
- Alphabetical order of candidate's name, then father's name, then mother's name
📌 Choice Filling & Seat Allocation
- Choices/preferences of participating AIIMS/Institutes will be invited later from qualified candidates.
- Only ONE round of seat allocation will be conducted.
- Seats are allocated strictly on merit as per choices filled by the candidate.
- A candidate allocated a seat is mandatorily required to join — failure to join leads to cancellation of candidature.
- There is no waiting list, since NORCET is conducted twice a year.
🖱️ How to Apply Online for AIIMS NORCET 11
- Visit the official AIIMS Examination website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Register using OTR (One Time Registration) — if you have applied earlier, use your existing OTR ID (a new/different ID will lead to rejection).
- Fill in personal, educational, and category details carefully — corrections after submission are not permitted.
- Upload photograph, signature, and thumb impression as per the prescribed image guidelines.
- Upload NOC (if applicable) and relevant category/disability certificates.
- Pay the prescribed application fee via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
- Submit the form and download/print the confirmation page and payment receipt for future reference.
⚠️ No physical/postal application is required or accepted. Any physical documents sent will be treated as null and void.
📄 Documents Required at Verification Stage
- Downloaded Registration Slip of the online application
- Downloaded Admit Card
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Caste Certificate / Income & Asset (EWS) Certificate, if applicable
- Disability Certificate, if applying under PWBD
- Age relaxation certificate (if claimed on grounds other than caste/PWBD)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC), if currently employed in Govt/PSU/Autonomous Body
- Educational Qualification certificates
- INC / State Nursing Council Registration certificate
- Experience Certificate (if applicable, mentioning bed strength, duration & pay)
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed as Nursing Officer at Level 07 of the Pay Matrix (pre-revised Pay Band-2 of Rs. 9300–34800 with Grade Pay Rs. 4600/-), under Group-B category. In addition, candidates will receive usual allowances admissible to Central Government employees of similar status, based on the city/location of posting.
🏥 Participating AIIMS / Institutes
NORCET-11 covers recruitment for Nursing Officer posts at the following institutions (vacancies at each subject to confirmation):
AIIMS New Delhi, AIIMS Avantipora, AIIMS Bathinda, AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Kalyani, AIIMS Mangalagiri, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Rae Bareli, AIIMS Raipur, AIIMS Rewari, AIIMS Rishikesh, AIIMS Vijaypur (Jammu), AIIMS-CAPFIMS, ESIC New Delhi, JIPMER Puducherry, NITRD, CIP Ranchi, SIJ Hospital, Dr. RML Hospital, RHPT Nazafgarh, and KSCH Hospital.
Note: Additional institutes/hospitals may be included, and vacancies at institutes not currently declaring posts may be added, before the closing date of application.
🚫 Important Notice – Beware of Fraud
AIIMS does not authorize any agent, coaching centre, social media channel, WhatsApp/Telegram group, or third-party website for recruitment, appointment, recommendation, document verification, or any payment other than the prescribed online application fee. Always rely only on official notices published on www.aiimsexams.ac.in. In case of any discrepancy, the official advertisement shall prevail. Candidature is also liable to be cancelled for impersonation, use of unfair means, submission of fabricated documents, or providing false information at any stage.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AIIMS NORCET 11 2026?
The online registration closes on 13th August 2026 (up to 5:00 PM).
Q2. How many total vacancies are there in NORCET 11?
A tentative total of 2218 Nursing Officer vacancies are available across participating institutes.
Q3. What is the age limit for NORCET 11?
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years as on the closing date of registration, with relaxation applicable to reserved categories.
Q4. What is the application fee for NORCET 11?
₹3000/- for General/OBC candidates, ₹2400/- for SC/ST/EWS candidates, and exempted for PWBD candidates.
Q5. Is Stage I (Preliminary) marks counted in the final merit list?
No. Stage I is only a qualifying exam. The final merit list is based solely on Stage II (Main) marks.
Q6. When will the NORCET 11 exam be conducted?
Stage I Preliminary will be held on 12th September 2026, and Stage II Main on 30th September 2026.
Q7. What is the essential qualification for Nursing Officer post?
B.Sc. (Hons.)/B.Sc. Nursing with Nurse & Midwife registration, OR GNM Diploma with registration plus 2 years' experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital.
Q8. Is there any reservation for female candidates?
Yes. 80% of seats are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates at participating AIIMS.
🔗 Important Links
| Apply Online | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Official Notification | Notice No. 103/2026 dated 24.07.2026 (available on official website) |
| Queries / Support | Via Dashboard "Raise a Query" on the AIIMS Exams website |
