AIIMS NORCET Recruitment 2025 Apply Online 3500 Posts
AIIMS NORCET Recruitment 2025 Apply Online 3500 Posts
Overview
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi has released the official notification for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 2025. This exam aims to recruit 3500+ Group-B Nursing Officers across multiple AIIMS and Central Government hospitals in India.
Application Dates: July 22, 2025 – August 11, 2025
Pay Level: Level 7 (Rs. 9300–34800 + GP Rs. 4600/-)
Vacancy Details
| Institute Name | Total Vacancies |
|---|---|
| AIIMS Bathinda | 327 |
| AIIMS Bhubaneswar | 96 |
| AIIMS Deoghar | 86 |
| AIIMS Gorakhpur | 36 |
| AIIMS Guwahati | 83 |
| AIIMS Kalyani | 200 |
| AIIMS Mangalagiri | 142 |
| AIIMS Nagpur | 221 |
| AIIMS Raebareli | 44 |
| AIIMS New Delhi | 350 |
| AIIMS Rishikesh | 98 |
| AIIMS Raipur | 110 |
| AIIMS Rajkot | 130 |
| AIIMS Vijaypur, Jammu | 29 |
| ESIC, New Delhi | 832 |
| Grand Total | 3500+ (Tentative) |
AIIMS NORCET Recruitment 2025 Notification
Eligibility Criteria
- Option 1: B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing + Registered with State/Indian Nursing Council.
- Option 2: GNM Diploma + Registration + 2 years of experience in a 50-bed hospital.
- Age Limit (as on 11.08.2025): 18 to 30 years
- Age Relaxation: SC/ST – 5 yrs, OBC – 3 yrs, PWBD – 10 yrs (up to 15 yrs for reserved), Ex-Servicemen – Military Service + 3 yrs
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start of Online Application | July 22, 2025 |
| End of Online Application | August 11, 2025 (5:00 PM) |
| Correction Window | August 22–28, 2025 |
| Preliminary Exam (Stage I) | September 14, 2025 |
| Mains Exam (Stage II) | September 27, 2025 |
Salary & Benefits
Pay Level: Level 7 (Rs. 9300–34800 + GP Rs. 4600)
Monthly Salary: Rs. 75,000 – Rs. 85,000 (approx. in metro cities)
Other Benefits:
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Transport Allowance (TA)
- Nursing, Uniform, and Washing Allowance
- NPS Pension Benefits
- Medical Facilities for Family
- LTC and Promotion Opportunities
Selection Process
Stage I: Preliminary Exam
- Duration: 90 minutes | Mode: CBT
- 100 MCQs (80 Nursing, 20 GK & Aptitude)
- Negative Marking: 1/3rd per wrong answer
- Qualifying: UR/EWS – 50th percentile, OBC – 45th, SC/ST – 40th
Stage II: Mains Exam
- Duration: 180 minutes | Mode: CBT
- 160 MCQs (Case-scenario based)
- Negative Marking: Yes
- Merit List: Based on Stage II performance
Final Step: Document Verification
To be conducted by allotted AIIMS/Hospitals.
How to Apply
- Visit www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Click on “NORCET-9” under recruitment section
- Register as a new user
- Fill the application form and upload documents
- Pay application fee via debit/credit/net banking
- Submit and download confirmation page
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | Rs. 3000/- |
| SC/ST/EWS | Rs. 2400/- |
| PwD | Exempted |
Important Links
Preparation Tips
- Understand the syllabus thoroughly, especially the Nursing subjects (Medical-Surgical, Fundamentals, Pharmacology, etc.).
- Practice previous year NORCET and other nursing officer exam papers.
- Focus on case-based questions to prepare for Mains (Stage II).
- Revise clinical procedures and protocols followed in Indian hospitals.
- Stay updated with current affairs and general awareness for the Prelims.
- Take mock tests regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
Recommended Books
- Nursing Officer Exam Guide: Arihant’s “Nursing Officer Recruitment Exam”
- Previous Year Papers: “AIIMS/NORCET Previous Papers” by Youth Competition Times or Kiran Prakashan
- Subject-Wise Guide: Disha’s “AIIMS NORCET Nursing Officer Preparation Book”
- General Knowledge & Aptitude: Lucent’s General Knowledge & R.S. Aggarwal’s Quantitative Aptitude
- Case-based Questions: CBS Publishers – Clinical Nursing Case Studies
FAQs – AIIMS NORCET 2025
Q1: What is NORCET?
A: Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) is a national-level exam for recruitment to Nursing Officer posts in AIIMS and Central Government hospitals.
Q2: What is the total number of vacancies?
A: Over 3500+ tentative vacancies across 18+ AIIMS and ESIC hospitals.
Q3: What is the qualification required?
A: B.Sc. Nursing or GNM Diploma + registration + 2 years of experience (for GNM).
Q4: Is experience mandatory?
A: Only for GNM diploma holders. B.Sc. Nursing candidates do not need experience.
Q5: Is there a negative marking in NORCET?
A: Yes, 1/3rd marks are deducted for each wrong answer in both stages.
Q6: How many stages are there in the selection process?
A: Two stages: Prelims (Stage I) and Mains (Stage II), followed by document verification.
Q7: Is the exam online or offline?
A: The exam is conducted in online Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Q8: What is the salary for AIIMS Nursing Officer?
A: Pay Level 7: Approx. Rs. 75,000 to Rs. 85,000 per month (including allowances).
Q9: Can final year students apply?
A: No, candidates must have completed their qualification and possess required registration at the time of application.
Q10: What is the last date to apply?
A: August 11, 2025 (till 5:00 PM).
