AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 2,218 Nursing Officer Posts; Check Eligibility & Exam Dates
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). This national-level recruitment drive aims to fill 2,218 Nursing Officer (Group B) vacancies across various AIIMS institutes and participating central government hospitals (including NITRD and CNCI) throughout India.
Eligible candidates with qualifications in B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing, B.Sc. Nursing, Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing, or General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) can submit their applications online via the official portal aiimsexams.ac.in.
📌 AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment Summary
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Authority | AIIMS New Delhi |
| Exam Name | Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET 11) |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Group 'B', Level 7 Pay Matrix ₹44,900 - ₹1,42,400) |
| Total Vacancies | 2,218 Posts |
| Registration Dates | July 26 – August 21, 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| Stage I Prelims Exam Date | September 15, 2026 |
| Stage II Mains Exam Date | October 4, 2026 |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
🎓 Eligibility Criteria & Qualification
Educational Qualification:
- Option A: B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council recognized Institute OR Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing. Must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with State Nursing Council.
- Option B: Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM) with minimum 2 years of experience in a 50-bedded hospital after acquiring the educational qualification.
Age Limit (As on Closing Date):
- Age Range: 18 to 30 Years.
- Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation applies for OBC (3 years), SC/ST (5 years), PwBD (10 years), and Central Government employees.
💰 Application Fee & Mode of Payment
- General / OBC Candidates: ₹3,000/-
- SC / ST Candidates / EWS: ₹2,400/- (SC/ST candidates appearing for the exam will get fee reimbursement after result declaration).
- PwBD Candidates: Exempted from fee payment.
📑 NORCET 11 Selection Process & Exam Scheme
The recruitment will be conducted in two sequential computer-based testing (CBT) stages:
Stage 1: NORCET Preliminary Examination (Qualifying)
- Questions: 100 MCQs (80 Nursing Subject + 20 General Knowledge & Aptitude)
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd mark deducted per wrong answer.
- Qualifying Cutoff: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST.
Stage 2: NORCET Mains Examination (Merit Ranking)
- Questions: 100 Case Scenario-Based Practical Clinical MCQs
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Final Selection: Strictly based on merit rank achieved in Stage II Mains.
