The AIIMS NORCET 10 exam date for 2,551 Nursing Officer vacancies has been officially set for April 11, 2026 (Saturday). This Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be held at various examination centers across India.
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is conducting the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-10 to fill 2,551 Nursing Officer positions at Pay Level 7. The AIIMS NORCET 10 Stage 2 exam for candidates who qualified the Prelims is scheduled for April 30, 2026 (Thursday). Read on for the comprehensive exam schedule.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification 2026
The official AIIMS NORCET 10 Notification 2026 (Notice no. 17/2026) is available at www.aiimsexams.ac.in. Before proceeding with the application process, candidates are advised to carefully review the notification to verify their eligibility and understand all recruitment details.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 Exam- Summary
Nursing Officers are compensated under Pay Level 7, with a monthly salary ranging from Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 70,000. Refer to the table below for the key highlights of the AIIMS NORCET 10 recruitment process.
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Recruitment 2026 Exam- Summary | |
| Organization Name | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) |
| Exam Name | Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test- 10 (NORCET 10) 2026 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Vacancies | 2551 |
| Advt. No. | 17/2026 |
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Date 2026 | 11th April 2026 (Saturday) |
| Education Qualification | B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing, OR B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing |
| Age Limit- | 18 to 30 years |
| Required | Registered as Nurses & Midwives |
| Selection Process | Stage-I (Preliminary CBT) — qualifying test Stage-II (Main CBT) — final selection test Document Verification Medical Examination |
| Salary | Rs. 44,900 to Rs. 70,000 |
| Official Website | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Date 2026 Out
The AIIMS NORCET-10 2026 Mains Exam is scheduled for April 30, 2026, in accordance with the annual exam calendar. Please note that admit cards for the Preliminary and Mains stages will be issued separately.
| Events | Dates |
| Stage 1- Prelims Exam Date | 11th April 2026 (Saturday) |
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Result 2026 | 16th April 2026 |
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Mains City Intimation | 7 to 8 days before exam date |
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Mains Admit Card 2026 | 3 days before exam date |
| Stage 2- Mains Exam Date | 30th April 2026 (Thursday) |
| Mains Result | 11th May 2026 |
AIIMS NORCET 10 Vacancy 2026
The NORCET-10 recruitment drive aims to fill 2,551 Group B Nursing Officer vacancies at AIIMS New Delhi and other AIIMS institutes across the country.
| Institute Name | Grand Total |
| AIIMS Bathinda | 72 |
| AIIMS Bhopal | 76 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneshwar | 55 |
| AIIMS Deoghar | 104 |
| AIIMS Gorakhpur | 203 |
| AIIMS Guwahati | 78 |
| AIIMS Kalyani | 205 |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | 88 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | 56 |
| AIIMS Raebareli | 85 |
| AIIMS New Delhi | 282 |
| AIIMS Patna | 168 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | 64 |
| AIIMS Raipur | 43 |
| AIIMS Vijaypur Jammu | 54 |
| AIIMS Madurai | 30 |
| CAPFIMS, Maidangarhi | 32 |
| NITRD | 5 |
| AIPMR, Mumbai | 1 |
| CIP, Ranchi | 13 |
| JIPMER, Puducherry | 88 |
| JIPMER, Yanam | 7 |
| JIPMER, Karaikal | 383 |
| SJH, Hospital | 140 |
| Dr. RML Hospital | 0 |
| ESIC, New Delhi | 219 |
| Total | 2551 |
AIIMS NORCET 10 2026 Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the NORCET 10 Exam 2026, applicants must strictly meet the eligibility criteria established by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences.
Educational Qualification
The essential educational qualifications required for these positions are outlined in the section below.
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/state Nursing council-recognised Institute or University
OR - B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognised Institute/University
AND - Registered as Nurses & Midwives with the State/Indian Nursing Council
OR - Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/Board or Council
- Registered as Nurses & Midwives in the State/Indian Nursing Council
- Two Years’ Experience in a minimum 50-bedded Hospital after acquiring the above educational qualification
Age Limit
Candidates must be between 18 and 30 years of age to apply for the AIIMS NORCET 10 exam. Age relaxation is available for reserved categories; please refer to the criteria below for further details.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Application Fee 2026
Application fees must be paid online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking. Once submitted, the fee is non-refundable. Please review the category-wise fee structure detailed below.
| Category | Application Fee |
| General/OBC | Rs. 3000 |
| SC/ST/EWS | Rs. 2400 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
AIIMS NORCET 10 Selection Process 2026
Selection is based on performance in both the Preliminary and Mains Computer-Based Tests (CBT). Only those who pass the Stage 1 exam will be eligible to participate in the Stage 2 Mains examination.
- Stage I – Preliminary Examination
- Stage II – Main Examination
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern 2026
Candidates are encouraged to thoroughly review the AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern 2026, which covers the syllabus, question distribution, and marking scheme to ensure effective preparation.
AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Pattern 2026 – Stage I
- AIIMS NORCET 10 will be conducted in Computer-Based Mode.
- A total of 100 MCQ-based questions will be asked for a total of 100 marks.
- For every correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded.
- There is a negative marking; 1/3 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
| General Knowledge & Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 18 minutes |
| Syllabus of Nursing Course | 80 | 80 | 72 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
AIIMS NORCET 10 Salary 2026
Successful candidates will be appointed as Nursing Officers at Pay Level 7 (pre-revised Pay Band-2: Rs. 9,300–34,800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4,600), Group-B, at various AIIMS locations based on vacancy availability.
| AIIMS NORCET 10 Salary 2026 | |
| Basic Pay | Rs. 46,200/- |
| Pay Band | Rs. 9300/- to Rs. 34800/- |
| Grade Pay | Rs. 4600/- |
| Pay Scale | 44,900 to Rs. 70,000 |
FAQs
What is AIIMS NORCET 10 Exam Date 2026?
The AIIMS NORCET 10 Prelims are scheduled to be held on April 11, 2026 (Saturday).
How many stages are there in the NORCET 10 selection process?
The NORCET 10 examination process consists of two distinct stages: CBT 1 (Prelims) and CBT 2 (Mains).
Is there any experience requirement for diploma holders?
Yes, candidates possessing a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) typically require a minimum of 2 years of hospital experience to qualify.
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- AIIMS NORCET 10 Mains Admit Card 2026 Released: Download Hall Ticket Link
- AIIMS NORCET 10 Mains Exam City Intimation 2026 Out: How to Check Your Allotted Centre
- AIIMS BSc Nursing Question Paper 2026: Download Official Memory-Based PDF
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