The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has officially announced the AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Date 2026 for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test AIIMS NORCET 10, with the Preliminary Exam scheduled on 11th April 2026 (Saturday) and the Mains Exam on 30th April 2026 (Thursday); as the application process is now closed, candidates should focus on final revision and exam readiness.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Date Out
The Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) is a national-level examination conducted by AIIMS to ensure a uniform and transparent recruitment process for Nursing Officer posts. NORCET-10 will be conducted in two stages, and candidates must qualify for both stages to be considered for final selection.
NORCET-10 Stage-I
- Entrance Examination: 11th April 2026 (Saturday)
- Result Notification: 16th April 2026 (Thursday)
NORCET-10 Stage-II
- Entrance Examination: 30th April 2026 (Thursday)
- Result Notification: 11th May 2026 (Monday)
AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification 2026
The detailed AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification 2026, released through Notice No. 17/2026, outlines the complete recruitment process for Nursing Officer posts across participating institutes. It includes important information such as the application schedule, eligibility criteria, reservation policies, examination pattern, and seat allocation process. Candidates should review the official guidelines carefully and submit their application immediately to avoid missing the deadline.
What Is AIIMS NORCET 10?
The Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-10 is a national-level competitive exam conducted by AIIMS, New Delhi. It is the 10th iteration of this unified screening process, designed to recruit Nursing Officers (Group B) for various government healthcare institutions.
Purpose and Scope
The exam is conducted to fill approximately Group B Nursing Officer vacancies across:
- All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS): 16 different branches nationwide.
- Central Government Hospitals: Including Safdarjung (SJH), Dr. RML Hospital, and Lady Hardinge (LHMC).
- Specialized Institutes: Such as NITRD, CNCI (Kolkata), and ESIC hospitals.
AIIMS Nursing Officer 10th Recruitment Overview
Before moving ahead, candidates should have a quick snapshot of the key details related to the AIIMS NORCET 10 Examination 2026. This overview section highlights essential information such as the conducting authority, exam mode, selection stages, and official website. It helps aspirants understand the overall structure of the recruitment process at a glance. Any updates or changes will be officially notified by AIIMS through its examination portal.
| AIIMS NORCET 10 2026 Overview | |
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Name | Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-10) |
| Conducting Authority | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Vacancy Count | 2551 |
| Application Dates | 24 February 2026 to 16 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit NOC (if applicable) | 20 March 2026 |
| NORCET Stage I Exam Date | 11 April 2026 (Preliminary) |
| NORCET Stage II Exam Date | 30 April 2026 (Mains) |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Selection Process | Stage I (Qualifying) and Stage II (Final Merit) |
| Admit Card Release | 8 April 2026 |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
NORCET 10 AIIMS 2026 Important Dates
AIIMS has released the examination schedule for NORCET-10, which is provided below:
| AIIMS NORCET 10 2026 Important Dates | |
| Event | Date |
| Start of Online Registration | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration | 16 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Last Date to Submit NOC (for Govt. Employees) | 20 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Status of Application Form | 24 March 2026 |
| Correction Window for Deficient Applications | 25 – 27 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Exam City Intimation | 4 April 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 8 April 2026 |
| NORCET-10 Stage I (Preliminary Exam) | 11 April 2026 (Saturday) |
| NORCET-10 Stage II (Mains Exam) | 30 April 2026 (Thursday) |
| Result Declaration | To be announced later |
AIIMS NORCET City Intimation Slip 2026
The NORCET Exam City Intimation facility will be made available on the official AIIMS examination portal. Candidates can check their allotted exam city by logging in using their registration ID and password. The AIIMS NORCET City Intimation Slip is expected to be released on 4 April 2026. Aspirants are strongly advised to download the slip promptly once it goes live to prevent any last-minute inconveniences.
AIIMS NORCET Admit Card 2026
The much-awaited AIIMS NORCET 2026 admit card is set to be released on 8 April 2026. Candidates appearing for the prelims exam on 11 April 2026 are advised to keep their login credentials, such as registration ID and password, handy to ensure quick and hassle-free access. Prompt downloading of the admit card is crucial, as it serves as the mandatory entry pass for the examination and contains essential details like exam timing, centre, and important instructions.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Application Form 2026
The online application process for NORCET-10, conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, has now been concluded on its official examination portal. Candidates were allowed to submit their forms only through online mode, as no offline applications were accepted. With the registration window now closed, no further applications are being accepted. Applicants who successfully submitted their forms should now focus on the next stages of the recruitment process and stay updated with official announcements.
How to Apply for NORCET 10
Candidates will be able to apply for NORCET-10 by following the steps below once the application process begins:
- Visit the official AIIMS examination portal at aiimsexams.ac.in
- Go to the NORCET recruitment section
- Click on the AIIMS NORCET-10 Apply Online link
- Register using valid personal and contact details
- Fill in the application form carefully
- Upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee as applicable
- Submit the form and save a copy for future reference
AIIMS Nursing Officer 2026 Application Fees
The official fee details for NORCET-10 are have been released along with NORCET-10 Notification, AIIMS has decided the fee structure to be as prescribed in the previous NORCET notification.
| Category | Application Fees |
| General / OBC | ₹3000 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2400 |
| Persons with Disabilities (PwD) | Exempted |
Refund Policy: Fees for SC/ST candidates who appear in the exam will be refunded after the declaration of results and certificate verification.
AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test Vacancy 2026
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has announced 2,551 vacancies under NORCET-10, offering significant opportunities for nursing aspirants across participating AIIMS institutions. The recruitment drive reflects category-wise reservation norms as per Government of India guidelines, ensuring balanced representation among candidates. The AIIMS Nursing Officer posts have been reported across institutes, distributed among various categories as detailed below.
| S.NO | Institute Name | UR Female | UR Male | UR Female PwBD | UR Male PwBD | UR Total | OBC (NCL) Female | OBC (NCL) Male | OBC (NCL) Female PwBD | OBC (NCL) Male PwBD | OBC(NCL) Total | SC Female | SC Male | SC Female PwBD | SC Male PwBD | SC Total | ST Female | ST Male | ST Female PwBD | ST Male PwBD | ST Total | EWS Female | EWS Male | EWS Female PwBD | EWS Male PwBD | EWS Total | Grand Total | PwBD Remarks |
| 1 | AIIMS BATHINDA | 23 | 2 | 9 | 3 | 37 | 8 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 72 | 1 |
| 2 | AIIMS BHOPAL | 14 | 4 | 25 | 6 | 49 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 6 | 2 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 76 | 1 |
| 3 | AIIMS BHUBANESWAR | 24 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 31 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 55 | 1 |
| 4 | AIIMS DEOGHAR | 29 | 5 | 9 | 4 | 47 | 15 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 23 | 12 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 104 | 1 |
| 5 | AIIMS GORAKHPUR | 60 | 21 | 2 | 91 | 32 | 15 | 5 | 0 | 52 | 18 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 32 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 203 | 1 | |
| 6 | AIIMS GUWAHATI | 14 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 27 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 24 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 78 | 1 |
| 7 | AIIMS KALYANI | 108 | 21 | 6 | 28 | 137 | 0 | 11 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 23 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 13 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 17 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 205 | 1 |
| 8 | AIIMS MANGALAGIRI | 16 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 30 | 19 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 26 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 12 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 88 | 1 |
| 9 | AIIMS NAGPUR | 9 | 3 | 11 | 3 | 26 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 56 | 1 |
| 10 | AIIMS RAEBARELI | 18 | 12 | 8 | 2 | 40 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 18 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 85 | 1 |
| 11 | AIIMS NEW DELHI | 75 | 19 | 3 | 1 | 98 | 77 | 19 | 4 | 0 | 100 | 26 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 38 | 19 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 28 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 18 | 282 | 1 |
| 12 | AIIMS PATNA | 50 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 66 | 38 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 50 | 21 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 28 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 168 | 1 |
| 13 | AIIMS RISHIKESH | 20 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 30 | 12 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 64 | 1 |
| 14 | AIIMS, RAIPUR | 14 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 19 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 43 | 1 |
| 15 | AIIMS VIJAYPUR, JAMMU | 7 | 3 | 7 | 0 | 17 | 10 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 17 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 12 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 54 | 1 |
| 16 | AIIMS, Madurai | 8 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 30 | 1 |
| 17 | CAPFIMS, Maidangarhi | 6 | 2 | 6 | 2 | 16 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 32 | 1 |
| 18 | NITRD | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 2 |
| 19 | AIIPMR, Mumbai | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| 20 | CIP, Ranchi | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13 | 2 |
| 21 | JIPMER, Puducherry | 11 | 2 | 14 | 4 | 31 | 7 | 1 | 9 | 3 | 20 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 11 | 11 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 11 | 88 | 1 |
| 22 | JIPMER, Yanam | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| 23 | JIPMER, Karaikal | 112 | 27 | 8 | 1 | 148 | 83 | 20 | 4 | 1 | 108 | 41 | 10 | 4 | 0 | 55 | 26 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 30 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 40 | 383 | 1 |
| 24 | SJH, Hospital** | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 58 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 37 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 140 | 2 |
| 25 | Dr. RML, Hospital** | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 26 | ESIC, New Delhi | 74 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 92 | 46 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 57 | 26 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 32 | 12 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 15 | 18 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 23 | 219 | 2 |
| Total | 1113 | 643 | 375 | 194 | 226 | 2551 | ||||||||||||||||||||||
AIIMS NORCET 10 Selection Process 2026
As per the previous NORCET recruitment process, the AIIMS NORCET 10 selection process is expected to consist of two stages:
- Stage I: Preliminary Computer-Based Test
- Stage-II: Main Computer-Based Test
Candidates must qualify Stage-I to appear for Stage-II. The final merit list is generally prepared based on Stage-II performance, followed by document verification. The final selection procedure will be confirmed through the official notification.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test 10 are expected to remain similar to previous cycles. Candidates must satisfy requirements related to the age limit and educational qualification.
Essential Qualification
Candidates must fulfil any one of the following qualification criteria:
Option A
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an institute recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) or the State Nursing Council
OR
- B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an INC/State-recognised institute
- Must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the State Nursing Council or the Indian Nursing Council
Option B
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) from an INC/State-recognised institute
- Must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the State/Indian Nursing Council
- Minimum two years of experience in a 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the required educational qualification
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 18 years
- Maximum Age: 30 years
- Age Calculation Date: Age will be calculated as on the last date of application submission
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per the recruitment rules of the respective institutes/hospitals
AIIMS NORCET 10 Participating Institutions
Under NORCET-10, recruitment will be conducted across 26 participating institutes and central government hospitals, offering a combined 2,551 Nursing Officer vacancies nationwide. These institutions include newly established AIIMS campuses as well as long-standing central medical facilities, ensuring wide regional representation. This multi-institution framework enables candidates to secure appointments across diverse clinical settings through a single eligibility test.
| S. No. | Participating Institute | Location |
| 1 | AIIMS Bathinda | Punjab |
| 2 | AIIMS Bhopal | Madhya Pradesh |
| 3 | AIIMS Bhubaneswar | Odisha |
| 4 | AIIMS Deoghar | Jharkhand |
| 5 | AIIMS Gorakhpur | Uttar Pradesh |
| 6 | AIIMS Guwahati | Assam |
| 7 | AIIMS Kalyani | West Bengal |
| 8 | AIIMS Mangalagiri | Andhra Pradesh |
| 9 | AIIMS Nagpur | Maharashtra |
| 10 | AIIMS New Delhi | Delhi |
| 11 | AIIMS Patna | Bihar |
| 12 | AIIMS Rae Bareli | Uttar Pradesh |
| 13 | AIIMS Raipur | Chhattisgarh |
| 14 | AIIMS Rajkot | Gujarat |
| 15 | AIIMS Rishikesh | Uttarakhand |
| 16 | AIIMS Vijaypur | Jammu (J&K) |
| 17 | AIIMS Madurai | Tamil Nadu |
| 18 | AIIMS CAPFIMS | New Delhi |
| 19 | National Institute of Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases | New Delhi |
| 20 | All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation | Mumbai |
| 21 | Central Institute of Psychiatry | Ranchi |
| 22 | JIPMER Puducherry | Puducherry |
| 23 | JIPMER Karaikal | Karaikal |
| 24 | JIPMER Yanam | Yanam |
| 25 | Safdarjung Hospital | New Delhi |
| 26 | ESIC Hospital New Delhi | New Delhi |
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern 2026
The exam pattern for NORCET 10 is expected to follow the two-stage CBT format used in previous NORCET examinations.
Stage I: Preliminary Exam
- Total Questions: 100
- Subjects:
- Nursing Subjects
- General Knowledge & Aptitude
- Duration: 90 minutes
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 mark for correct answer
- −1/3 mark for wrong answer
Stage-II: Main Exam
- Total Questions: 160
- Subjects: Nursing-related topics
- Duration: 3 hours
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 mark for correct answer
- −1/3 mark for wrong answer
Final details will be confirmed once the official notification is released.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Syllabus 2026
The AIIMS Nursing Officer 10 syllabus is expected to include core nursing subjects along with general aptitude topics, as follows in previous notifications.
Key Syllabus Areas
- Fundamentals of Nursing
- Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Community Health Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Obstetrics & Gynaecological Nursing
- Pediatric Nursing
- Anatomy & Physiology
- General Knowledge and Aptitude (for Stage-I)
The complete and updated syllabus will be officially notified by AIIMS.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Salary 2026
The AIIMS NORCET 10 Salary 2026 is structured as per Pay Level 07 in the Pay Matrix. The post carries a pre-revised Pay Band-2 of ₹9,300–34,800 with a Grade Pay of ₹4,600, as applicable to Nursing Officer posts under the All India Institute of Medical Sciences. In addition to the basic pay, selected candidates are entitled to admissible allowances as per government norms, making the salary package attractive and stable.
Other Important Instructions
Candidates must carefully follow all procedural guidelines mentioned in the official notification to avoid rejection at any stage.
- Application is strictly online; no hard copy submission is allowed.
- Government/PSU employees must upload a valid NOC within the prescribed deadline.
- OBC (NCL) and EWS certificates must be valid for the specified financial year.
- Reservation category cannot be changed after fee payment.
- The CBT follows a sectional time-lock format; sections cannot be revisited.
- Only one round of seat allocation will be conducted; failure to join cancels candidature.
- Biometric verification may be conducted during and after the exam.
- AIIMS New Delhi is only the exam-conducting body; service rules are governed by the allotted institute.
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