AIIMS has officially released the NORCET-10 Notification 2026 for recruitment of Nursing Officers (Group-B) at Level-07 pay matrix. Online applications are open from 24 February 2026 and the last date to apply is 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM). The preliminary exam will be held on 11 April 2026, and the Mains exam on 30 April 2026
Now let’s break down everything in a clear, structured, and practical way so you don’t miss anything important.
What is AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026?
The AIIMS NORCET (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test) is a national-level competitive exam conducted by AIIMS New Delhi for recruitment of Nursing Officers across multiple AIIMS institutes in India.
This is one of the most prestigious central government nursing jobs in India, offering:
- Central Government Pay Scale
- Permanent Group-B Position
- High Job Security
- PAN India Posting Opportunities
- Excellent Career Growth in AIIMS
AIIMS NORCET 10 Important Dates 2026
According to the official notice
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (5 PM) |
| Application Correction Window | 25–27 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 08 April 2026 |
| Stage I (Prelims) Exam | 11 April 2026 |
| Stage II (Mains) Exam | 30 April 2026 |
Don’t wait till the last day. AIIMS portal usually gets heavy traffic near deadline.
AIIMS Nursing Officer Salary 2026 (Level-07 Pay Matrix)
Selected candidates will be appointed at:
- Level 07 in Pay Matrix
- Pre-revised Pay Band-2: ₹9300 – ₹34800
- Grade Pay: ₹4600
- Plus DA, HRA, TA & Central Govt Allowances
In-hand salary can go around ₹65,000 – ₹75,000 per month (approx.) depending on posting city.
This makes NORCET one of the highest paying nursing government jobs in India.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Eligibility Criteria 2026
Let’s discuss qualification clearly.
Essential Qualification (Any One)
Option 1:
- B.Sc. Nursing / B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing
OR - Post Basic B.Sc. Nursing
- Must be registered as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council
Option 2:
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM)
- Registered with State/Indian Nursing Council
- Minimum 2 years experience in 50-bedded hospital after qualification
Important: Experience must be acquired after completion of qualification and registration.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Age Limit 2026
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation:
- SC/ST: 5 Years
- OBC: 3 Years
- PwBD: 10 Years
- Ex-Servicemen: As per rules
Age calculated as on last date of application: 16 March 2026
Application Fee 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹3000 |
| SC/ST/EWS | ₹2400 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
Note: SC/ST candidates who appear in exam will get refund after result declaration.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern 2026 (Prelims + Mains)
This exam happens in two stages
Stage I – NORCET Preliminary (Qualifying)
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- 100 MCQs
- 100 Marks
- 20 GK & Aptitude
- 80 Nursing Subject Questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
Qualifying Percentile:
- UR/EWS: 50%
- OBC: 45%
- SC/ST: 40%
- PwBD: 5% Relaxation
Stage I is only qualifying. Marks not counted for final merit.
Stage II – NORCET Mains (Merit Based)
- Duration: 180 Minutes
- 160 MCQs
- 160 Marks
- Entire Nursing Syllabus
- Case Scenario Based Questions
- Negative Marking: 1/3 per wrong answer
Final Merit is based ONLY on Stage II score.
Participating AIIMS Institutes (Posting Locations)
Recruitment is for multiple AIIMS including:
- AIIMS New Delhi
- AIIMS Bhopal
- AIIMS Bhubaneswar
- AIIMS Patna
- AIIMS Raipur
- AIIMS Rishikesh
- AIIMS Nagpur
- AIIMS Rajkot
- AIIMS Deoghar
- AIIMS Gorakhpur
- AIIMS Kalyani
- AIIMS Guwahati
- AIIMS Vijaypur
- AIIMS Mangalagiri
- AIIMS Rae Bareli
- AIIMS Bathinda
- AIIMS Madurai
- AIIMS-CAPFIMS
80% seats reserved for Female and 20% for Male candidates as per decision mentioned in annexure
AIIMS NORCET 10 Selection Process 2026
- Online Application
- Stage I Preliminary
- Stage II Mains
- Merit List
- Choice Filling
- Seat Allocation
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
No Interview.
Documents Required During Verification
- Admit Card
- Application Print
- DOB Certificate
- Nursing Qualification Certificate
- Nursing Council Registration
- Experience Certificate (if applicable)
- Caste/EWS Certificate
- PwBD Certificate (if applicable)
- NOC (if employed in Govt)
Important External Links
- Official AIIMS Exams Portal: https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- AIIMS Main Website: https://www.aiims.edu
- Indian Nursing Council: https://www.indiannursingcouncil.org
Why AIIMS NORCET 2026 is a Big Opportunity?
- Central Government Nursing Job
- Stable Career
- High Salary
- Nationwide Posting
- No Interview Stage
- Transparent CBT Process
- Conducted Twice a Year
If you are serious about a permanent AIIMS Nursing Officer job in 2026, this is the exam to target.
Final Words
AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 is officially out and the competition will be high. If you meet the eligibility criteria, apply before 16 March 2026.
Don’t delay document preparation. Keep your Nursing Council registration valid and experience certificates ready.
For complete official details, refer to the notification