Overview
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has issued Notice No. 127/2026 announcing the CRE-5 re-examination schedule for candidates whose Computer-Based Test (CBT) is being conducted again. The re-examination covers seven post categories—UDC, Receptionist, Assistant Section Officer, Warden, Stenographer, Telephone Operator and Senior Store Officer—and will be held on August 31 and September 1, 2026.
Candidates should check the official notice and their admit cards for the applicable group code, reporting time, examination shift and test centre. Notice No. 127/2026 does not announce fresh vacancies or reopen the application process.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) |
| Post Name | UDC, Receptionist, ASO, Warden, Stenographer, Telephone Operator and Senior Store Officer |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified in the re-examination notice; seven post categories are covered |
| Application Mode | Online; no fresh application is required for the re-examination |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA in the detailed CRE-5 recruitment notice |
| Last Date | TBA in the detailed CRE-5 recruitment notice |
| Exam Date | August 31 and September 1, 2026 |
| Result Date | TBA |
The CBT will be conducted in different shifts based on the candidate’s post and group code. The exact date and shift allotted to an individual candidate must be verified from Notice No. 127/2026 and the CRE-5 admit card. Candidates should not assume that all posts will be examined in both shifts or on both days.
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility remains governed by the original CRE-5 recruitment advertisement. The re-examination notice does not change the qualification, age or experience requirements.
Educational Qualification
- Telephone Operator: Candidates may be required to have passed Class 10 or an equivalent examination, along with the prescribed technical certificate and relevant experience.
- Stenographer: Generally requires Class 12 pass or an equivalent qualification with the notified shorthand and typing skills.
- UDC, Receptionist, Assistant Section Officer and Warden: A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university may be required, depending on the post-specific recruitment rules.
- Senior Store Officer: A recognised degree, relevant professional qualification and prescribed experience may be required.
- Applicants must check the original CRE-5 notification for exact post-wise qualifications, skill standards and experience conditions.
Age Limit
- The minimum and maximum age limits vary by post and recruitment rules.
- Age eligibility will be calculated with reference to the cut-off date mentioned in the original CRE-5 advertisement.
- Relaxation is generally available to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen and other eligible categories under Central Government rules.
- Candidates called for document verification must produce valid category and age-relaxation certificates.
Fees
- No additional examination fee is normally required merely to appear in the announced re-examination.
- The original application fee, exemption conditions and payment rules remain applicable as stated in the detailed CRE-5 advertisement.
- Candidates should not make payments through unofficial links or to third parties claiming to provide re-examination access.
Selection Process
- Computer-Based Test: Eligible candidates will appear for the CRE-5 CBT on the date and shift assigned to their group code.
- Skill Test or Post-Specific Assessment: Posts such as Stenographer may require a qualifying shorthand, typing or other skill test, where applicable.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Shortlisted candidates will undergo verification of educational, category and experience certificates, followed by medical examination if prescribed.
How to Apply
- Visit the official AIIMS examination portal at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Open the recruitment or Common Recruitment Examination section and locate CRE-5.
- Download and read Notice No. 127/2026 to identify the date assigned to the relevant post and group code.
- Log in using the candidate ID, registration number, password or other requested credentials.
- Download the revised admit card when it becomes available and check the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, post, group code, shift and examination centre.
- Print a clear copy of the admit card and carry it with an accepted original photo identity document.
- Reach the centre before the reporting deadline. Entry may be denied after the gate-closing time printed on the admit card.
- Existing registered candidates should note that no fresh application is required unless AIIMS issues a separate instruction.
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FAQs
1. When will the AIIMS CRE-5 re-examination be held?
The CRE-5 CBT re-examination is scheduled for August 31 and September 1, 2026.
2. Which posts are covered by Notice No. 127/2026?
The notice covers UDC, Receptionist, Assistant Section Officer, Warden, Stenographer, Telephone Operator and Senior Store Officer posts.
3. Is a fresh application required for the CRE-5 re-examination?
No. The schedule applies to eligible candidates already registered for the relevant CRE-5 examination. Candidates should download the revise
