AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026: 2551 Nursing Officer Vacancies Guide
AIIMS New Delhi has launched NORCET 10 for 2551 Nursing Officer (Group B) posts across 26 institutes. Applications are open from February 24 to March 16, 2026, via aiimsexams.ac.in, targeting B.Sc Nursing or GNM graduates.
About the Vacancy
NORCET 10 is the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test for hiring across AIIMS, JIPMER, and other institutes. It covers 16 AIIMS locations like New Delhi (282 seats), Patna (168), and others, plus 10 allied facilities.
Total Vacancy Category-Wise
Total 2551 vacancies, distributed as UR: 1113, OBC: 643, SC: 375, ST: 194, EWS: 226.
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 1113 |
| OBC | 643 |
| SC | 375 |
| ST | 194 |
| EWS | 226 |
| Total | 2551 |
Institute-wise highlights: AIIMS New Delhi: 282, JIPMER Karaikal: 383, AIIMS Kalyani: 205.
Qualification
Candidates need B.Sc (Hons) Nursing/B.Sc Nursing from an INC-recognised institute, or GNM with 2 years of experience in a 50-bed hospital. Must hold registration with the State Nursing Council; age 18-35 years (relaxations apply).
Selection Procedure, Exam Mode & Syllabus
Two-stage CBT: Stage I (Prelims: 100 MCQs, 90 mins; 20 GK/Aptitude + 80 Nursing) on April 11, 2026; Stage II (Mains: 100 MCQs nursing-focused, 90 mins) on April 30, 2026. No interview; merit-based on Stage II (Stage I qualifying). Syllabus: Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical, Community Health, GK, Aptitude.
Important Dates
Key dates from the AIIMS Exam Calendar 2026 and the NORCET notice.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification | February 22/23, 2026 |
| Online Application | Feb 24 – Mar 16, 2026 |
| Stage I (Prelims) | April 11, 2026 |
| Stage I Result | April 16, 2026 |
| Stage II (Mains) | April 30, 2026 |
| Stage II Result | May 11, 2026 |
Salary
Pay Level 7 (₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 basic) + DA, HRA, TA; in-hand ₹65,000-₹72,000 initially, rising to over ₹1.1 lakh with experience. Includes NPS, medical benefits.
Important Links and Website
- Official Website: aiimsexams.ac.in[aiimsexams.ac]​
- Apply Online: NORCET 10 portal on site.
- Vacancy PDF: Download from aiimsexams.ac.in (Notice 17/2026)aiimsexams+1
- Notification: Available under “Important Notices”[aiimsexams.ac]​
Form Fill-Up Step by Step
Applications via online mode only; fee ₹500-₹1500 based on category.
- Visit aiimsexams.ac.in > NORCET 10 link > New Registration.
- Enter personal details (name, DOB, email, mobile) to generate Reg ID & password.
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression (specs in notice).
- Login, fill education/experience details, select institute preferences.
- Pay fee online, review, submit, and print form.
Important Guidelines
- Registration mandatory via DigiLocker/State portal linkage; no changes post-submission.
- Experience certificate required for GNM; ensure valid nursing registration.
- Qualifying marks: 50% Prelims (45% reserved); prepare per updated syllabus.
- Multiple institute choices allowed; allotment by merit/location preference.
- Check aiimsexams.ac.in regularly for admit cards/results; COVID protocols may apply.
