Overview
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has released the AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026 notification for the appointment of Nursing Officers at participating AIIMS institutions and other eligible central government hospitals. A total of 2,218 Nursing Officer posts have been announced, with applications to be submitted through the official AIIMS examination portal.
Candidates should read the detailed notification before applying, as vacancy distribution, reservation, experience requirements and institutional preferences may vary.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 2,218 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | aiimsexams.ac.in |
Important Dates
The detailed schedule was not specified in the available recruitment summary. Applicants must confirm all dates on the official examination website.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the closing date to register. The application deadline, correction window and Computer-Based Test schedule will be binding once published by AIIMS.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Applicants should possess the prescribed nursing qualification and registration as specified in the official NORCET 11 notification. The usual eligibility requirements for Nursing Officer recruitment include:
- B.Sc. Nursing or B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing from an institute or university recognized by the Indian Nursing Council or the relevant State Nursing Council; or
- Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from a recognized institution; or
- Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery from a recognized institution, along with registration as a Nurse and Midwife and the required post-qualification experience in a hospital of the prescribed size.
- Candidates must be registered as a Nurse and Midwife with the Indian Nursing Council or a State Nursing Council, wherever applicable.
- Those applying through the diploma route should carefully check the notification for the exact experience requirement and acceptable hospital criteria.
Age Limit
- The standard age range for Nursing Officer recruitment is generally 18 to 30 years, subject to the post and participating institution.
- The crucial date for determining age will be the date specified in the notification, normally the application closing date.
- Upper-age relaxation may apply to SC, ST, OBC, PwBD, ex-servicemen, central government employees and other eligible categories under government rules.
- Applicants must upload or produce valid supporting certificates to claim any relaxation.
Fees
- The category-wise application fee should be checked in the detailed NORCET 11 notification.
- Payment, where applicable, must be made online using the available debit card, credit card, net banking or UPI facility.
- Fee exemptions or concessions may be available for reserved categories and persons with benchmark disabilities under the notified rules.
- An application will not be considered complete until the applicable fee has been successfully paid.
Selection Process
The recruitment process is expected to consist of the following stages:
- Stage I Computer-Based Test: Eligible applicants will appear for the NORCET preliminary examination covering nursing subjects, general knowledge and aptitude, as prescribed in the syllabus.
- Stage II Computer-Based Test: Candidates shortlisted from Stage I will take the main examination, which is designed to assess nursing knowledge and competency in greater depth.
- Document Verification and Medical Examination: Provisionally selected candidates must produce original educational, registration, category and experience certificates and satisfy the applicable medical fitness standards.
Final allocation will depend on merit, category, preferences, available vacancies and the recruitment rules of participating institutions. Candidates should note that qualifying an examination stage does not automatically guarantee appointment.
How to Apply
- Visit the official AIIMS examination website at aiimsexams.ac.in.
- Open the recruitment section and select the link for NORCET 11 Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026.
- Read the complete notification, including eligibility conditions, reservation rules, examination cities and instructions for uploading documents.
- Complete new-user registration using an active email address and mobile number. Retain the generated registration credentials.
- Sign in and enter personal, academic, nursing registration, employment and category details accurately.
- Upload a recent photograph, signature, thumb impression and required certificates in the specified format and file size.
- Select examination-city and institutional preferences carefully, if these options are provided in the form.
- Pay the applicable application fee online and verify the payment status before final submission.
- Review every entry, submit the form and download the confirmation page. Keep a printed copy and payment receipt for future reference.
Applicants should ensure that their name and date of birth match their educational and identity documents. Incorrect or unsupported information can lead to cancellation at any stage.
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FAQs
1. How many vacancies are available under AIIMS NORCET 11 Recruitment 2026?
The recruitment notification announces 2,218 Nursing Officer vacancies across participating institutions.
2. Can candidates with a GNM diploma apply?
GNM-qualified candidates may apply if they possess valid nursing registration and meet the experience conditions stated in the detailed notification.
3. Where can candidates submit the application?
Applications must be submitted online through the official AIIMS examination portal. Applications sent by post, email or any offline method are not expected to be accepted.
