AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 2218 Nursing Officer Posts

Vacancies: 2218 · Gender: 80% Female / 20% Male · Posts: 1 · Type: Regular · Mode: Online · Fee: ₹3000/₹2400 · Apply: 24 Jul–13 Aug 2026 · Salary: Level-07 · Selection: Prelims + Mains CBT · Location: All India (AIIMS & Central Institutes)

With 2218 tentative Nursing Officer posts across 27 AIIMS campuses and central institutes, NORCET 11 is the largest single nursing recruitment window open right now for B.Sc. Nursing and GNM candidates. AIIMS New Delhi released Notice No. 103/2026 on 24 July 2026 for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-11.

Online applications opened the same day and close on 13 August 2026 at 5:00 PM. Selected candidates will join as Group-B Nursing Officers at Level-07 of the 7th CPC Pay Matrix.

The two-stage CBT (Prelims on 12 September and Mains on 30 September 2026) will decide merit for institutes ranging from AIIMS New Delhi and ESIC Delhi to newer campuses such as Deoghar, Guwahati and Bhubaneswar. 80% of seats at participating AIIMS are reserved for female candidates.

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Who Should Apply?

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing with registration as Nurse & Midwife → Nursing Officer – 2218 posts
• GNM Diploma + registration as Nurse & Midwife + 2 years experience in a minimum 50-bed hospital (after qualification & registration) → Nursing Officer – 2218 posts

Special note: 80% seats at participating AIIMS are reserved for female candidates; 20% for male candidates. PwBD reservation is horizontal—no domicile restriction — open to all Indian citizens.

Important Dates

Quick Overview – AIIMS NORCET 11 Nursing Officer 2026

• Organisation: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
• Exam Name: Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-11
• Notification Number: 103/2026
• Post: Nursing Officer (Group-B)
• Total Vacancies: 2218 (tentative)
• Job Location: AIIMS New Delhi + 26 other participating AIIMS & central institutes across India
• Sector: Public Healthcare / Central Autonomous Institutes
• Official Website: AIIMS Website
• Last Date: 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM)
• Apply Online: Apply for AIIMS NORCET 11 Nursing Officer 2026
• Notification PDF: Download AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF

What Posts Are Available? – AIIMS Vacancy & Eligibility 2026

Vacancy Interpretation Note: ESIC New Delhi alone accounts for 523 posts — the single largest share. AIIMS Deoghar (223), AIIMS Patna (201), AIIMS Bhubaneswar (197) and AIIMS Guwahati (188) follow. Category totals: UR 899, OBC (NCL) 599, SC 323, ST 157, EWS 240. Vacancies remain tentative and may change.

Institute-wise Vacancies (Tentative)

Category-wise Summary

Eligibility – Education, Age & Registration

Educational Qualification (must be completed by 13 August 2026):

• B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from INC/State Nursing Council recognised institute + registration as Nurse & Midwife with State/Indian Nursing Council, OR
• Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from a recognised institute + registration as Nurse & Midwife + minimum 2 years of experience in a 50-bed or larger hospital acquired after qualification, residency and registration.

What Is the Age Limit for AIIMS NORCET Recruitment?

Age calculated as on 13 August 2026. Ex-Servicemen and Central Govt employees get additional relaxation as per rules.

Examples: ✅ A 29-year-old UR candidate born on 14 August 1996 — eligible (within 30-year limit as on 13 August 2026). ❌ A 31-year-old UR candidate born on 12 August 1995 — not eligible (exceeds maximum age by 1 year).

Use our Age Eligibility Calculator to check instantly.

What Is the Salary of Nursing Officer in AIIMS?

Pay Level: Level-07 of 7th CPC Pay Matrix (pre-revised PB-2 ₹9,300–34,800 + GP ₹4,600).

Basic Pay: ₹44,900

Approximate In-Hand (X-class city): ₹68,000–₹78,000 per month (basic ₹44,900 + DA ~55% + HRA 30% + TA – NPS 10% – other deductions).

Y-class city: ≈ ₹62,000–₹72,000. Z-class: ≈ ₹58,000–₹66,000.

Calculate exact take-home with our 7th CPC Salary Calculator.

Usual Central Government allowances apply at the place of posting. No separate stipend or consolidated pay.

What Is the Application Fee?

Payment only through Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking. SC/ST candidates who appear in the examination get fee refund after result and certificate verification. Transaction charges extra and non-refundable.

How to Apply?

1. Visit the AIIMS Examination Portal and open the NORCET-11 registration link (open until 13 August 2026, 5:00 PM).
2. Register with a valid email ID and mobile number. Note the Registration ID and password.
3. Log in and fill in personal, educational and experience details carefully.
4. Upload photograph, signature and required certificates as per size specifications. Use our Photo & Signature Resizer if needed.
5. Pay the fee online and submit.
6. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Government/PSU employees must upload NOC by 18 August 2026.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Uploading an experience certificate that starts before the GNM/B.Sc. registration date — only post-registration experience counts.
• Using an old OBC-NCL or EWS certificate (must be issued between 1 April 2026 and 13 August 2026).
• Leaving the application incomplete after fee payment — form must be fully submitted.
• Applying under the wrong category and later requesting a change (no correction window after final submission).
• Waiting till the last day — portal congestion is common on 12–13 August.

एम्स नॉर्सेट 11 नर्सिंग ऑफिसर भर्ती 2026 – 2218 पदों के लिए ऑनलाइन आवेदन

एम्स नई दिल्ली ने नोटिस संख्या 103/2026 के तहत नर्सिंग ऑफिसर रिक्रूटमेंट कॉमन एलिजिबिलिटी टेस्ट (NORCET)-11 की अधिसूचना जारी की है। कुल 2218 अस्थायी पद विभिन्न एम्स और केंद्रीय संस्थानों में हैं। आवेदन की अंतिम तिथि 13 अगस्त 2026 शाम 5 बजे है।

कौन आवेदन कर सकता है? बी.एससी. (ऑनर्स) नर्सिंग / बी.एससी. नर्सिंग / पोस्ट-बेसिक बी.एससी. नर्सिंग डिग्री के साथ नर्स और मिडवाइफ पंजीकरण अनिवार्य है। जीएनएम डिप्लोमा वाले उम्मीदवारों को कम से कम 50 बेड वाले अस्पताल में 2 वर्ष का अनुभव (पंजीकरण के बाद) चाहिए। आयु 13 अगस्त 2026 को 18 से 30 वर्ष होनी चाहिए।

वेतन और चयन प्रक्रिया क्या हैं? वेतन लेवल-07 (मूल वेतन ₹44,900) है। इन-हैंड वेतन मेट्रो शहर में लगभग ₹68,000–78,000 प्रति माह अनुमानित है। चयन दो चरणों में होगा — प्रीलिम्स (12 सितंबर 2026) और मेन्स (30 सितंबर 2026)। दोनों कंप्यूटर-आधारित परीक्षाएं हैं।

आवेदन कैसे करें? आधिकारिक पोर्टल aiimsexams.ac.in पर जाकर NORCET-11 लिंक से ऑनलाइन आवेदन करें। फीस जनरल/ओबीसी के लिए ₹3,000 और एससी/एसटी/ईडब्ल्यूएस के लिए ₹2,400 है। विस्तृत जानकारी और अधिसूचना पीडीएफ www.aiimsexams.ac.in पर उपलब्ध हैं।

How Are Candidates Selected?

Selection is strictly through two Computer-Based Tests followed by document verification and medical examination.

Stage I – NORCET Preliminary (Qualifying)

• Date: 12 September 2026
• 100 MCQs (100 marks), 90 minutes
• 20 questions General Knowledge & Aptitude + 80 Nursing subjects
• 5 sections of 18 minutes each
• Negative marking: 1/3 mark
• Qualifying percentile: UR/EWS 50, OBC 45, SC/ST 40 (PwBD +5 percentile relaxation)
• Candidates up to 5 times the seats (category-wise) qualify for Stage II

Stage II – NORCET Mains (Merit Deciding)

• Date: 30 September 2026
• 160 case-scenario-based MCQs (160 marks), 180 minutes
• 4 sections of 45 minutes each
• Negative marking: 1/3 mark
• Qualifying marks: UR/EWS 50%, OBC 45%, SC/ST 40% (PwBD +5%)
• Final merit based only on Stage II score

After Mains, candidates exercise institute preferences. Allocation is on merit + preference. Document verification and medical fitness are conducted by the allotted institute. No waiting list is maintained.

Why Does AIIMS Matter?

All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, is India’s premier medical education and research institute under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. It conducts NORCET twice a year as a common eligibility test for Nursing Officer posts across multiple AIIMS and other central institutes.

Working as a Nursing Officer in an AIIMS or ESIC hospital offers exposure to high-end tertiary care, research protocols and structured career progression under Central Government rules.

Candidates search for this recruitment because of the Level-07 pay, all-India posting options, and the prestige of the AIIMS brand. The downside is high competition and the fact that first posting is decided purely by merit rank and preference — rural or newer campuses are common for lower ranks.

The SahisarkariJobs.in Analyst’s Take

Compared with state nursing officer drives or ESIC standalone notifications, NORCET remains the single largest and most transparent pathway into AIIMS-system hospitals. Previous NORCET cycles saw similar vacancy volumes; the 80% female reservation continues to shape the candidate pool heavily.

Best fit: Female B.Sc. Nursing graduates who want a central government Group-B post with Level-07 pay and are ready for all-India posting. GNM candidates with solid post-registration experience also stand a fair chance.

Who should skip: Candidates unwilling to serve outside their home state or those who cannot clear a high-competition CBT with negative marking. Male candidates should note the 20% seat share.

Practical tip: Treat Stage I only as a qualifying filter — focus maximum preparation on the case-based Mains paper, because final rank is decided solely by Stage II score.

What Documents Are Required?

• Online application confirmation page
• Admit card
• Date of birth certificate / 10th marksheet
• B.Sc. Nursing / GNM degree & marksheets
• Nursing Council registration certificate (Nurse & Midwife)
• Experience certificate (for GNM route) clearly mentioning bed strength and dates
• Category certificate (OBC-NCL / EWS / SC / ST) in prescribed format and validity period
• PwBD certificate (if applicable)
• NOC (if currently employed in Govt/PSU)
• Photo ID proof

Please keep the originals ready for document verification at the allotted institute.

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What Happens After Selection?

1. Merit list based on Stage II score is published.
2. Candidates exercise online preferences for institutes.
3. Seat allocation is done in order of merit against available vacancies and preferences (usually one round).
4. Allotted institute issues offer and conducts document verification + medical examination.
5. On successful verification, joining formalities and induction training begin.
6. Probation as per the rules of the allotted institute; confirmation after satisfactory service.

Expect 4–7 months from application to joining, based on previous NORCET timelines. First posting is rarely in the candidate’s preferred metro city for mid-rank holders.

Contact & Helpline

Recruitment-related queries can be raised only through the “Raise a Query” facility on the AIIMS examination portal (aiimsexams.ac.in). Correspondence is handled by the Assistant Controller (Exams), AIIMS New Delhi.

No separate public helpline number or email is listed in the notification for NORCET-11.

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Important Links – AIIMS NORCET 11 2026

FAQs – AIIMS NORCET 11 Nursing Officer 2026

Q1: What is the last date to apply for AIIMS NORCET 11 2026?

A: 13 August 2026 (5:00 PM). Late applications are not accepted, and no extension has been announced.

Q2: What is the age limit for AIIMS NORCET Nursing Officer?

A: 18 to 30 years as on 13 August 2026. OBC gets 3 years, SC/ST 5 years, and PwBD up to 10 years (maximum 56 years).

Q3: Is there an exam for AIIMS NORCET 11, or is it interview-based?

A: Yes — two computer-based tests. Prelims (12 September) is qualifying; Mains (30 September) decides final merit. No interview.

Q4: What is the salary of AIIMS Nursing Officer?

A: Level-07 basic ₹44,900. In-hand approximately ₹68,000–78,000 in metro cities after DA, HRA and deductions.

Q5: Can final-year students or result-awaited candidates apply for AIIMS NORCET 11?

A: No. Qualification, registration and (for GNM) experience must be complete on or before 13 August 2026.

Q6: Is AIIMS NORCET Nursing Officer a permanent government job?

A: Yes. It is a regular Group-B post under Central Government rules with NPS and usual benefits at the allotted institute.

Q7: Can candidates from other states apply for AIIMS NORCET recruitment?

A: Yes. This is an all-India recruitment. No domicile restriction.

Q8: Where will I be posted if I get selected for AIIMS NORCET?

A: At any of the 27 participating institutes based on your merit rank and preference order. Lower ranks often get newer or non-metro campuses.

Q9: Is there negative marking in the AIIMS NORCET exam?

A: Yes. One-third mark is deducted for every wrong answer in both Prelims and Mains.

Q10: What is the female reservation in AIIMS NORCET 11?

A: 80% of seats at participating AIIMS are reserved for female candidates and 20% for male candidates.

Q11: What are the disadvantages of the AIIMS Nursing Officer post?

A: Here’s the catch — first posting is decided purely by rank and preference. Many selected candidates receive offers at newer AIIMS or ESIC units far from home, and transfer is not easy in the initial years.

Q12: How much do Nursing Officers earn in central government hospitals?

A: Level-07 posts typically start at ₹65,000–78,000 in-hand in metro cities under 7th CPC, plus DA revisions twice a year.

Q13: Is a nursing officer job in AIIMS better than state government staff nurse posts?

A: Pay and allowances are generally higher and more regular under Central rules, but competition is national and posting location is less flexible than many state services.

Final Checklist – Is This the Right Job for You?

• You meet the age and educational criteria as on 13 August 2026.
• You are comfortable with a regular Central Government Group-B post and all-India posting.
• You can arrange all required documents and certificates before document verification.
• You are prepared for the most demanding stage of selection: NORCET Mains case-based CBT.
• You understand the posting pattern (merit + preference) and are willing to serve at the allotted location.

📄 Source: Official notification released by AIIMS New Delhi on 24 July 2026 (Notice No. 103/2026). All details sourced from the official AIIMS examination portal.