The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has officially unveiled the examination timeline for its much-anticipated NORCET 10 recruitment drive for the year 2026. This national-level eligibility test is the gateway for aspirants seeking Nursing Officer positions across the prestigious network of AIIMS institutions throughout the country.
AIIMS NORCET 10 2026: Important Dates and Notification
According to the official annual calendar, the recruitment process will commence with the release of the detailed notification on the AIIMS examination portal in January 2026. Immediately following this, the online application window will open for candidates to register. The selection process will be conducted in two computer-based test (CBT) stages.
The Stage I preliminary examination is slated for April 11, 2026. Candidates can expect the results for this stage to be declared by April 16, 2026. Those who qualify will proceed to the Stage II main examination, scheduled for April 30, 2026. The final outcome, determining the selection of Nursing Officers, is expected to be announced on May 11, 2026. AIIMS will issue separate admit cards for each stage of the examination.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
Prospective applicants must carefully review the eligibility norms before applying. The age limit for general category candidates is between 18 and 30 years. However, age relaxation is provided for candidates from reserved categories:
- SC/ST candidates: 5 years relaxation.
- OBC candidates: 3 years relaxation.
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PWBD): Up to 10 years relaxation.
Additional relaxations are applicable for PWBD candidates belonging to OBC or SC/ST categories and for ex-servicemen.
In terms of educational qualification, candidates must possess one of the following degrees: B.Sc. Nursing, B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing, Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing, or a Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM). It is mandatory for all candidates to be registered with the State Nursing Council or the Indian Nursing Council. Notably, candidates holding a GNM diploma must also have two years of work experience in a hospital after obtaining their qualification.
The application process is entirely online via the official website www.aiimsexams.ac.in. The application fee is set at Rs. 3000 for General and OBC categories and Rs. 2400 for SC, ST, and EWS candidates. Candidates under the PWBD category are fully exempted from paying the fee. All fees are non-refundable.
Exam Pattern, Selection, and Salary Details
The AIIMS NORCET selection is based on performance in the two-tier CBT. Stage I will consist of 100 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) carrying 100 marks. The paper will cover general knowledge, aptitude, and nursing subjects. A negative marking scheme of one-third mark deduction for each wrong answer will be applied.
Stage II will be more comprehensive, featuring 160 MCQs drawn from the nursing curriculum. Each stage will have a duration of three hours, with the same negative marking rule in effect.
Successful candidates appointed as Nursing Officers will be placed in Pay Level 7 of the pay matrix. This translates to a handsome monthly salary ranging from approximately Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 70,000. These are nationwide posts, offering a stable and rewarding career in India's premier medical institutions.
Aspiring Nursing Officers are advised to mark their calendars for January 2026 and prepare diligently for the upcoming AIIMS NORCET 10, which promises a significant career opportunity in the public healthcare sector.
