AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 – 2218 Nursing Officer Vacancies, Notification, Eligibility, Apply Online

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has released Notice No. 103/2026 for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-11), offering 2218 tentative vacancies across 27 participating institutes nationwide. Online applications can be submitted at www.aiimsexams.ac.in from 24 July 2026 to 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM).

Updated: 24 July 2026, 2:15 PM IST | By NaukriPatra Editorial Team | Officially Verified against AIIMS Notice No. 103/2026

Quick Answer: AIIMS has invited online applications for the Nursing Officer post through NORCET-11, a common eligibility test used to fill 2218 tentative vacancies across 27 AIIMS and other Central Government institutes across India. Candidates need a B.Sc Nursing degree or GNM diploma with State/Indian Nursing Council registration, and selection is based on a two-stage Computer Based Test. The online application window is open from 24 July 2026 to 13 August 2026, with Stage I on 12 September 2026 and Stage II on 30 September 2026.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 – Quick Highlights

• Organization: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
• Post Name: Nursing Officer
• Total Vacancies: 2218 (Tentative, across 27 institutes)
• Apply Mode: Online
• Application Start Date: 24 July 2026
• Application Last Date: 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Qualification: B.Sc Nursing / GNM with Nursing Council Registration
• Age Limit: 18 to 30 years, as on the closing date

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 – Notification PDF and Official Website

• Official Notification PDF: Download Here
• Official Website: aiimsexams.ac.in

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Overview

As per the official notification, NORCET is a common eligibility test conducted by AIIMS New Delhi on behalf of multiple participating institutes. AIIMS New Delhi is only the examination conducting body; recruitment rules, eligibility, document verification, joining and all service-related matters are governed by the respective participating institute where a candidate is allocated a seat.

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AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

As per the official notification, no extension of dates will be provided under any circumstances, and candidates are advised to apply well in advance of the closing date. Candidates working in Government, Semi/Quasi-Government, PSUs, Autonomous Bodies or Government-funded institutions must upload their NOC by 18 August 2026, failing which their candidature will be cancelled.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details

As per the official notification, these vacancies are spread across 27 participating institutes, including 19 AIIMS campuses, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, JIPMER Puducherry, ESIC New Delhi, NITRD, CIP Ranchi, Dr. RML Hospital, Safdarjung Hospital, RHPT Nazafgarh and KSCH Hospital. ESIC New Delhi carries the single highest vacancy count at 523, followed by AIIMS New Delhi and AIIMS Deoghar. The Commission has clearly stated that the number of posts is tentative and liable to change, and institutes not currently declaring vacancies may report them at a later stage before the closing date. As per a CIB decision dated 27 July 2019, 80% of seats are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates across participating AIIMS institutes.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria

As per the official notification, the required two years of experience for Category II candidates is an essential criterion and must be acquired only after completing the residency period of the course, declaration of result, and registration with the State/Indian Nursing Council. All eligibility conditions must be fulfilled on or before the closing date of online registration.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Age Limit

Note: As per the official notification, age relaxation is 5 years for SC/ST, 3 years for OBC, and 10 years for PwBD (maximum age 56 years). Combined relaxation is 13 years for PwBD+OBC and 15 years for PwBD+SC/ST (maximum age 56 years). Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to their military service length plus 3 years (General), plus 6 years (OBC), or plus 8 years (SC/ST). Central Government civilian employees with 3+ years of regular service get 5 years’ relaxation (General), 8 years (OBC), or 10 years (SC/ST).

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Application Fee

As per the official notification, the fee is payable through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking. Application fees of SC/ST candidates who appear in the examination will be refunded after declaration of results, following verification of their SC/ST certificate. The fee once remitted is not refunded under any other circumstances, and applications without the prescribed fee will be summarily rejected.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Salary / Pay Scale

As per the official notification, the Nursing Officer post carries Level-07 in the Pay Matrix, consistent with the pre-revised Pay Band-2 of Rs. 9,300 to Rs. 34,800 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,600, under Group-B. Selected candidates also receive usual allowances admissible to Central Government servants of similar status, stationed at the respective city of the allocated Institute/Hospital.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Selection Process

1. Online Application Submission
2. Stage I: NORCET Preliminary (Qualifying CBT)
3. Stage II: NORCET Mains (Merit-Deciding CBT)
4. Exercise of Choices/Preferences by Qualified Candidates
5. Allocation of Seats based on Merit and Choice
6. Document Verification at Allocated Institute

As per the official notification, Stage I NORCET Preliminary is purely qualifying and is not used for deciding merit or rank. Candidates equal to 5 times the total seats in each category are called for Stage II, along with all qualified PwBD candidates and tie cases at the cut-off. The final merit list is prepared solely on the basis of Stage II: NORCET Mains performance.

Exam Pattern – AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026

Note: As per the official notification, qualifying marks in Stage I are 50 percentile for UR/EWS, 45 percentile for OBC, and 40 percentile for SC/ST, with an additional 5 percentile relaxation for PwBD candidates in every category. Qualifying marks in Stage II follow the same pattern in percentage terms: 50% for UR/EWS, 45% for OBC, 40% for SC/ST, with a 5% relaxation for PwBD. Both stages are sectional and time-locked, meaning candidates cannot go back to a previous section once its time expires.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Required Documents

• Downloaded Registration Slip of the online application form
• Downloaded Admit Card
• Certificate showing Date of Birth
• Caste Certificate / Income & Asset Certificate, if applying under SC/ST/OBC/EWS
• Disability Certificate, if applying under PwBD category
• Certificate for age relaxation, if claimed on a basis other than caste/PwBD
• No Objection Certificate, if in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employment
• Educational qualification certificates
• INC/State Nursing Council registration certificate
• Experience certificate, if applicable

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 How to Apply Online

1. Visit the official website www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
2. Register using your existing OTR (One Time Registration) ID, if already registered from a previous AIIMS examination.
3. Fill in personal, educational and category details carefully in the online application.
4. Upload your photo, signature and left thumb impression as per the prescribed image guidelines.
5. Upload your NOC by 18 August 2026, if you are currently in Government/PSU/Autonomous Body employment.
6. Pay the applicable fee online through Debit Card, Credit Card or Net Banking.
7. Submit the application and keep a copy along with proof of payment for your records.

As per the official notification, applicants registered under OTR in any previous examination are mandatorily required to apply using their old ID/OTR registration; applications with a different registration ID will be rejected. No correction is allowed after the specified dates, so candidates should fill the form carefully the first time.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Important Instructions

• Applications are accepted online only through www.aiimsexams.ac.in, as per the official notification.
• Categories from SC/ST to UR/OBC/EWS cannot be corrected once registration fees are submitted.
• No documents, including the application form, should be sent in physical form; any such submission will be treated as null and void.
• Choices and preferences for participating institutes will be invited only at a later stage from qualified candidates.
• There will be no waiting list for NORCET, since it is planned to be conducted twice a year.
• Examination centres will be located in cities all over India; requests for change of allocated centre will be rejected.
• AIIMS does not authorize any agent, coaching centre or third-party website for recruitment or payment purposes.
• A candidate to whom a seat is allocated must join it; failure to join any allocated seat leads to mandatory cancellation of candidature for that NORCET cycle.

AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Important Links

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AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 FAQs

1. How many total vacancies are there in AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026?

There are 2218 tentative vacancies across 27 participating institutes, as per the official notification.

2. What is the last date to apply for NORCET-11?

The online registration window closes on 13 August 2026 at 5:00 PM.

3. What is the qualification required for the Nursing Officer post?

A B.Sc Nursing degree or GNM diploma from a recognized institute, along with State/Indian Nursing Council registration.

4. What is the application fee for this recruitment?

Rs. 3,000 for General/OBC candidates and Rs. 2,400 for SC/ST/EWS candidates. PwBD candidates are exempted.

5. What is the age limit for NORCET-11?

Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age, as on the closing date of online registration.

6. What is the salary for the Nursing Officer post?

The post carries Level-07 pay, consistent with Pay Band-2 Rs. 9,300-34,800 with Grade Pay of Rs. 4,600.

7. What is the selection process for this recruitment?

Selection is based on a two-stage Computer Based Test: a qualifying Stage I Preliminary and a merit-deciding Stage II Mains.

8. Is there negative marking in the NORCET exam?

Yes, 1/3rd of the mark assigned to a question is deducted for each wrong answer, in both stages.

9. When are the NORCET-11 exam dates?

Stage I is scheduled for 12 September 2026 and Stage II for 30 September 2026.

10. How can I apply for AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026?

Eligible candidates can apply online at www.aiimsexams.ac.in between 24 July 2026 and 13 August 2026.

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