The All india Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has started the NORCET 10 registration process for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 10, a national‑level exam for recruiting Nursing Officers across various AIIMS and affiliated healthcare institutions in India.
📅 Registration Dates and Deadline
- Registration start date: 24 February 2026
- Last date to apply: 16 March 2026 (up to 5 PM)
- Applications must be submitted online only through the official AIIMS exam portal aiimsexams.ac.in before the deadline to avoid rejection.
📌 Purpose and Vacancy Details
The NORCET 10 exam is conducted to recruit candidates for the post of Nursing Officer (Group B) at pay Level 7 under the Central Civil services (Pre‑Revised) Pay Band‑2. The test aims to fill approximately 2,551 to over 3,000 vacancies across multiple AIIMS institutes, including AIIMS New delhi, AIIMS Gorakhpur, JIPMER Karaikal and others.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible to apply for NORCET 10, candidates must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Educational qualification:
• B.Sc Nursing / B.Sc (Hons) Nursing / Post‑Basic B.Sc Nursing from an institute recognised by the Indian Nursing Council (INC) or State Nursing Council;
OR
• Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM) from a recognised institute with at least two years of experience in a minimum 50‑beded hospital. - Registration: Candidates must be registered as a Nurse & Midwife with the State Nursing Council or INC.
- Age limit: Typically 18–30 years as on the closing date of application, with category‑wise age relaxation as per government norms.
💸 Application Fee
Candidates must pay the application fee online at the time of submission:
- General / OBC: ₹3,000
- SC / st / EWS: ₹2,400
- Persons with Benchmark Disabilities (PwBD): Exempted (no fee)
- Payments are usually accepted via credit/debit card or net banking.
📝 Selection Process and Exam Pattern
The NORCET 10 selection process consists of two stages:
Stage I – Preliminary Exam
- A computer‑based test (CBT) with multiple‑choice questions covering General Knowledge & Aptitude and Nursing subjects.
- Candidates who qualify Stage I will be eligible to appear for the next stage.
Stage II – Main Exam
- Also a CBT, typically with more detailed nursing subject questions.
- Final selection is based on performance across both stages, followed by document verification and medical fitness checks.
📆 Important Upcoming Dates
Event
Tentative Date
NORCET 10 Stage I (Prelims)
11 April 2026
NORCET 10 Stage II (Mains)
30 April 2026
Result Declaration (Mains)
Mid‑May 2026 (expected)
Note: Admit cards for each stage are typically released ahead of the exam — candidates must download them from the official portal.
💡 How to Apply Online
Visit the official AIIMS exams website: aiimsexams.ac.in.
Look for the “AIIMS NORCET 10 Registration” link.
Create an account or log in with existing credentials.
Fill in the online application form with accurate personal and educational details.
Upload scanned copies of required documents such as photo, signature, and certificates.
Pay the application fee and submit the form.
Download and print the confirmation page for your reference.
📌 Final Notes
- Ensure eligibility before applying — double‑check qualification, age limit, and registration status with the nursing council.
- Complete your application well before the deadline to avoid last‑minute issues with the portal.
- Prepare systematically for both the preliminary and mains exams, as selection depends on performance in both stages.
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