AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 – 2551 Posts Apply Online
AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 has been officially announced by All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi for filling 2551 Nursing Officer posts across AIIMS New Delhi and other participating institutions through Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 10. This recruitment drive offers a major opportunity for nursing graduates and diploma holders seeking a stable central government job in the healthcare sector.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Eligible candidates can submit their online application from 24 February 2026 to 16 March 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) through the official AIIMS recruitment portal.
Overview of AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
AIIMS conducts NORCET every year to recruit Nursing Officers for its various institutions across India. NORCET 10 will be conducted in two stages Preliminary and Mains in computer-based test (CBT) mode.
Recruitment Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Authority | AIIMS New Delhi |
| Examination Name | NORCET 10 |
| Post Name | Nursing Officer |
| Total Vacancies | 2551 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Last Date | 16 March 2026 |
Vacancy Details
A total of 2551 Nursing Officer vacancies have been notified. Out of these, 78 posts are reserved for AIIMS Guwahati.
Category-wise Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Number of Posts |
|---|---|
| UR | 113 |
| OBC (NCL) | 643 |
| SC | 375 |
| ST | 194 |
| EWS | 226 |
Participating AIIMS and Vacancy Details
The following table shows institution-wise distribution of Nursing Officer posts under NORCET 10:
| Name of Institution | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Bathinda | 72 |
| AIIMS Bhopal | 76 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | 55 |
| AIIMS Deoghar | 104 |
| AIIMS Gorakhpur | 203 |
| AIIMS Guwahati | 78 |
| AIIMS Kalyani | 205 |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | 88 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | 56 |
| AIIMS Rae Bareli | 85 |
| AIIMS New Delhi | 282 |
| AIIMS Patna | 168 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | 64 |
| AIIMS Raipur | 43 |
| AIIMS Vijaypur | 54 |
| AIIMS Madurai | 30 |
| CAPFIMS Maidangarhi | 32 |
| NITRD | 5 |
| AIIPMR Mumbai | 1 |
| CIP Ranchi | 13 |
| JIPMER Puducherry | 88 |
| JIPMER Yanam | 7 |
| JIPMER Karaikal | 383 |
| Safdarjung Hospital | 140 |
| Dr. RML Hospital | 0 |
| ESIC New Delhi | 219 |
Pay Scale
Selected candidates will be appointed under Pay Matrix Level 7:
| Component | Details |
|---|---|
| Pay Band | PB-2 (₹9300–34800) |
| Grade Pay | ₹4600 |
| Other Allowances | As per Central Government rules |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must carefully check eligibility before applying.
Age Limit (as on 16 March 2026)
- Minimum Age: 18 Years
- Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age Relaxation
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC / ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC / ST | 15 Years |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must fulfill any one of the following:
Option 1: Degree Qualification
- B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing
- OR Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing
- From an INC / State Nursing Council recognized institute
- Must be registered as Nurse & Midwife
Option 2: Diploma Qualification
- Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery (GNM)
- Registered as Nurse & Midwife
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a 50-bedded hospital after qualification
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC | ₹3000 |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2400 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking)
How to Apply for AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
Interested candidates can apply online by following the steps below:
- Visit the official AIIMS recruitment portal.
- Scroll to the Important Web Links section.
- Click on Online Application Form and select New Registration.
- Complete registration and log in using credentials.
- Fill personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload required documents in prescribed format.
- Pay application fee as applicable.
- Submit the form and download a copy for future reference.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 24 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| Admit Card Release | 8 April 2026 |
| NORCET Stage I (Prelims) | 11 April 2026 |
| NORCET Stage II (Mains) | 30 April 2026 |
Selection Process
The selection for Nursing Officer posts will be conducted in two stages:
| Stage | Examination |
|---|---|
| Stage I | NORCET Preliminary (CBT) |
| Stage II | NORCET Mains (CBT) |
Candidates qualifying Stage I will be eligible to appear in Stage II.
Important Web-Links of AIIMS Nursing Officer Vacancy
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs – AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026
Q1. What is the starting date to apply online for AIIMS NORCET 2026?
The application process started on 24 February 2026.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026?
The last date is 16 March 2026 up to 5:00 PM.
Q3. How many vacancies are available under NORCET 10?
A total of 2551 Nursing Officer posts are available.
Q4. How many vacancies are there in AIIMS Guwahati?
AIIMS Guwahati has 78 Nursing Officer posts.
Q5. Is experience mandatory for all candidates?
Experience is mandatory only for GNM diploma holders, not for B.Sc. Nursing graduates.
Q6. What is the mode of examination?
Both Stage I and Stage II exams will be conducted in online CBT mode.
