Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-11

📋 Job Description

- Recruitment for Nursing Officer posts under Level 07 in the Pay Matrix (pre-revised Pay Band-2: Rs. 9300-34800 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4600/-).
- Posts are Group-B for AIIMS New Delhi and other participating AIIMS institutes.
- Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11) conducted for selection across multiple AIIMS locations.
- Includes posts at various AIIMS institutes across India.
- Two-stage examination process: Preliminary (Stage-I) and Mains (Stage-II).

✅ Eligibility Criteria

- Educational Qualification:
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/University.
- OR B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized Institute/University.
- OR Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery from a recognized Institute/Board/Council.
- Registration: Must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the State / Indian Nursing Council.
- Experience: Two years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after obtaining the essential qualification.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years as of the closing date of online registration (13.08.2026).
- Age relaxation applicable as per government norms (SC/ST: 5 years, OBC: 3 years, PwBD: 10 years, etc.).
- Crucial date for age determination: Closing date of online registration.

🏆 Selection Process

- Stage-I: NORCET Preliminary (Computer-Based Test) – Qualifying examination.
- Stage-II: NORCET Mains (Computer-Based Test) – Merit-based selection.
- Negative marking: 1/3 marks deducted for each wrong answer in both stages.
- Exam duration: 90 minutes for Stage-I (100 MCQs).
- Exam pattern: 20 MCQs on General Knowledge & Aptitude, 80 MCQs on Nursing syllabus.
- Selection based on NORCET score, choices/preferences exercised, and vacancies reported by participating AIIMS.
- Final selection subject to document verification, medical fitness, and NOC (if applicable).
- No interview round; selection purely based on exam performance.

📊 Key Information

Organization	All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Location / State	All India
Job Location	All India (Multiple AIIMS locations)
Category Eligibility	General, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD
Experience Required	Two years of experience in a minimum 50-bedded hospital after obtaining the essential qualification.
Application Start	24 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	13 August 2026
Exam Date	12 September 2026

📊 AIIMS Recruitment - Vacancy Details

Post Name	Total Posts
Nursing Officer	11
Total	11

📁 Required Documents

- Scanned copy of recent passport-sized photograph (as per guidelines).
- Scanned copy of signature (as per guidelines).
- Scanned copy of left-hand thumb impression (as per guidelines).
- Educational qualification certificates (B.Sc. Nursing / Diploma in GNM).
- Registration certificate from State / Indian Nursing Council.
- Experience certificate(s) from a minimum 50-bedded hospital (if applicable).
- Caste certificate (if applying under SC/ST/OBC/EWS category).
- Income & Asset certificate for EWS category (valid for financial year 2026-2027).
- Disability certificate (if applying under PwBD category).
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from current employer (if employed in Government/Semi-Government/PSUs).
- Proof of age (Date of Birth certificate).
- Any other document as required by the respective AIIMS.

🎓 Required Qualifications

📊 Vacancy Details

Total vacancies: 11 (across all participating AIIMS institutes).
Vacancies are distributed across various AIIMS locations in India.
Reservation categories: UR, OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwBD (as per government norms).
Exact vacancy distribution per AIIMS institute will be notified post-exam based on merit and choices.

🎂 Age Limits & Relaxation

Minimum age: 18 years
Maximum age: 30 years (as of 13.08.2026)
Age relaxation:
SC/ST: 5 years
OBC: 3 years
PwBD: 10 years (max age 56 years)
PwBD + OBC: 13 years (max age 56 years)
PwBD + SC/ST: 15 years (max age 56 years)
Ex-Servicemen: Length of military service + 3 years
Central Govt. Civilian Employees: 5 years (General), 8 years (OBC), 10 years (SC/ST)

💰 Salary & Allowances

Pay Level: Level 07 in the Pay Matrix (pre-revised Pay Band-2).
Basic Pay: Rs. 9300-34800
Grade Pay: Rs. 4600/-
Usual allowances as admissible to Central Government servants stationed at respective cities.

💳 Application Fee Details

General/OBC candidates: Rs. 3000/- (non-refundable).
SC/ST candidates: Rs. 2400/- (refunded post-exam if appeared).
PwBD candidates: Exempted from fee payment.
Fee payment via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
Applications without prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

📝 Exam Pattern

Stage-I (Preliminary):
Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: 90 minutes
Total Questions: 100 MCQs (100 marks)
Sections: 5 sections (20 questions each)
Negative marking: 1/3 marks deducted for each wrong answer
Syllabus: 20 MCQs on General Knowledge & Aptitude, 80 MCQs on Nursing syllabus
Qualifying criteria: Candidates must qualify to appear for Stage-II.
Stage-II (Mains):
Type: Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration: To be notified
Total Questions: To be notified
Syllabus: Advanced Nursing topics
Merit-based selection for final allocation.

📚 Syllabus

Stage-I (Preliminary) Syllabus:
General Knowledge & Aptitude: Current affairs, logical reasoning, quantitative aptitude, general awareness.
Nursing Syllabus: Fundamentals of Nursing, Medical-Surgical Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Child Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Midwifery & Obstetrical Nursing, Nursing Research & Statistics, etc.
Stage-II (Mains) Syllabus:
Advanced topics in Nursing, including specialized areas like Critical Care Nursing, Oncology Nursing, etc.
Detailed syllabus will be available on the official AIIMS website.

✍️ How to Apply

Apply online only through the official website: www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
Register using OTR (One Time Registration) ID if previously registered.
Fill the application form carefully; no corrections will be allowed after submission.
Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and thumb impression as per guidelines.
Pay the application fee via Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking.
Submit the application form before the last date (13.08.2026, 5:00 PM).
Keep a copy of the application form and fee payment receipt for records.

⚠️ Important Instructions

Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying.
Applications without the prescribed fee will be rejected.
No Objection Certificate (NOC) is mandatory for Government employees.
Candidates must upload valid category certificates (OBC-NCL, EWS, SC/ST, PwBD) as per government guidelines.
PwBD candidates must have a benchmark disability of 40% or more.
Candidates must exercise choices/preferences carefully when invited post-exam.
Final selection subject to document verification, medical fitness, and NOC (if applicable).
AIIMS does not authorize any agents or third-party websites for recruitment.
Candidates must rely only on official notices published on www.aiimsexams.ac.in.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What are the essential educational qualifications required for the Nursing Officer post in NORCET-11?

A. The essential qualifications are: (a) B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing council recognized Institute or University, or (b) Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized Institute/University, or (c) Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery from a recognized Institute/Board or Council. Additionally, candidates must be registered as Nurses & Midwife with the State / Indian Nursing Council.

Q. Is prior work experience mandatory for applying to the Nursing Officer post?

A. Yes, a minimum of two years of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds is required. This experience must be acquired after obtaining the essential educational qualification, completing the residency period, declaring the result, and registering with the State/Indian Nursing Council.

Q. What is the age limit for applying to the Nursing Officer post under NORCET-11?

A. The age limit is between 18 to 30 years as of the closing date of online registration (13th August 2026). Age relaxation is applicable for reserved categories as per government norms, such as 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and up to 15 years for PWBD candidates (subject to a maximum age of 56 years).

Q. How can I pay the application fee for NORCET-11?

A. The application fee can be paid online using Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking. The fee structure is: Rs. 3000 for General/OBC candidates, Rs. 2400 for SC/ST/EWS candidates, and exempted for Persons with Disabilities (PWBD). The fee is non-refundable once paid.

Q. What are the stages of the NORCET-11 examination?

A. NORCET-11 consists of two stages: Stage-I (Preliminary) and Stage-II (Mains). Stage-I is a qualifying exam with 100 MCQs (90 minutes duration) covering General Knowledge, Aptitude, and Nursing syllabus. Stage-II is the main exam, and the dates for both stages are 12th September 2026 (Preliminary) and 30th September 2026 (Mains).