The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi conducts the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) to recruit Nursing Officers (Staff Nurses) for the various AIIMS across the country and certain participating hospitals. With NORCET-10 wrapped up earlier this year, attention has now shifted to NORCET-11. At the time of writing, the official NORCET-11 notification has not been released and is expected on the AIIMS exams portal soon, with the exam likely to be held around September 2026 as per past trends. Nursing aspirants planning to appear should go through the details below and check the official website regularly for updates.
AIIMS NORCET Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Nursing Officer (Staff Nurse) through NORCET-11 |
| Category | Medical / Nursing Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | To be announced as per the official notification (NORCET-10 had around 2,551 posts, later revised) |
| Job Location | AIIMS and participating institutes across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
Important Dates
The dates below are tentative and based on the pattern of earlier NORCET cycles. They will be confirmed only once the official NORCET-11 notification is released.
| Event | Date (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | Expected mid-2026, as per the official notification |
| Online Application Start | After the notification, as per the official notification |
| Last Date to Apply | To be announced as per the official notification |
| Exam Date (Prelims) | Around September 2026, as per the official notification |
| Exam Date (Mains) | A few weeks after the Prelims, as per the official notification |
Vacancy Details
The exact number of Nursing Officer posts under NORCET-11 has not been declared so far. For reference, NORCET-10 was notified for roughly 2,551 posts (later revised), split among the UR, OBC, SC, ST and EWS categories. Posts are usually spread across several AIIMS, such as New Delhi, Bhopal, Jodhpur, Patna, Raipur, Rishikesh, Bhubaneswar and Nagpur, besides a few participating central institutions. The confirmed category-wise and institute-wise break-up will be available only in the official NORCET-11 notification.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Going by the pattern followed in the recent NORCET cycles, a candidate should hold one of the following:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing or B.Sc. Nursing from a recognised university or institution, OR
- B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing, OR
- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) from a recognised institution.
- The candidate must also be registered as a Nurse and Midwife (RN and RM) with the Indian Nursing Council or any State Nursing Council.
As the wording can vary between cycles, the exact qualification, registration and any experience condition should be cross-checked from the official notification before applying.
Age Limit
The age limit is generally 18 to 30 years, calculated as on the last date of application, as per the official notification. Reserved-category candidates get age relaxation as per Government of India rules, which usually works out as follows:
- OBC (Non-Creamy Layer): 3 years
- SC / ST: 5 years
- PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disabilities): up to 10 years, as applicable, over and above the category relaxation
Application Fee
Based on the fee structure seen in the recent NORCET rounds, the application fee is expected to be as below. The exact, category-wise fee will be confirmed in the official notification:
- General / OBC: Rs. 3,000/-
- SC / ST / EWS: Rs. 2,400/-
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted from the fee
The fee is paid online through net banking, debit/credit card or UPI. Kindly confirm the fee for your category on the official website before paying, as the amounts can change between cycles.
Salary / Pay Scale
The Nursing Officer post comes under Pay Level-7 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (corresponding to the earlier Pay Band-2 of Rs. 9,300-34,800 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,600). Along with the basic pay, candidates draw allowances such as Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance and Transport Allowance, which makes the in-hand salary fairly attractive. The actual take-home amount depends on the city of posting, and the final pay details will be as per the official notification.
Selection Process
Selection under NORCET is done through a Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by document verification. The usual stages are:
- Prelims (Stage-I): An online CBT of an objective, qualifying nature, used to shortlist candidates for the next stage.
- Mains (Stage-II): An online, merit-based CBT; the final merit list is generally prepared from this stage.
- Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates are called for verification of their original certificates and eligibility documents.
The complete exam pattern and marking scheme will be spelt out in the official NORCET-11 notification. Do note that NORCET cycles have usually carried negative marking, so accuracy matters more than guesswork.
How to Apply Online
Before you start, keep your photograph, signature, qualification certificates, Nursing Council registration and category certificate ready in the prescribed scanned format. Then proceed as follows:
- Visit the official AIIMS examinations portal at https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Open the Recruitment / NORCET-11 section and read the full notification carefully.
- Click the registration / Apply Online link and complete the new registration using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Log in and fill in the application form with your personal, educational and registration details.
- Upload the scanned photograph, signature and required documents in the format mentioned.
- Pay the application fee online as per your category.
- Submit the form and take a printout of the confirmation page for your records.
It is wise to apply a few days before the closing date to avoid any last-minute rush on the official portal at https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
Important Links
Disclaimer: This article has been put together for general information and guidance only. The NORCET-11 notification had not been officially released at the time of writing, so details such as vacancies, dates, fee and eligibility are based on earlier cycles and reliable reports and may change. Candidates are strongly advised to verify every detail, including dates, vacancies, eligibility and fee, on the official AIIMS website (https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in) before applying, as notifications can change without any prior notice.