The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, has started the online application process for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 11th Phase 2026. The recruitment drive is being conducted for 2,218 Nursing Officer vacancies across participating AIIMS institutions.

The application process began on July 24, 2026, and eligible candidates can submit their forms until August 13, 2026. The first computer-based test (CBT-I) is scheduled for September 12, followed by the second-stage CBT on September 30, 2026.

Candidates interested in the Nursing Officer posts should check the eligibility requirements, age limit, application fee and selection process before completing their registration.

AIIMS has notified a total of 2,218 posts under the NORCET 11th Phase recruitment.

The recruitment is aimed at appointing eligible Nursing Officers in AIIMS institutions and other participating institutes covered under the NORCET process. Candidates selected through the examination will be considered for appointment subject to the applicable recruitment rules and vacancies.

Application Deadline August 13

The online registration window opened on July 24, 2026. The last date to submit the application and pay the examination fee is August 13, 2026.

Candidates who have not yet completed their applications should avoid waiting until the final hours, as technical or payment-related issues could affect submission.

The examination schedule announced in the recruitment details is:

Application begins: July 24, 2026
Last date to apply: August 13, 2026
Last date for fee payment: August 13, 2026
CBT-I: September 12, 2026
CBT-II: September 30, 2026
Admit card: Before the examination
Result: To be announced
Nursing Qualification Required

Candidates applying for the Nursing Officer position must meet the prescribed educational and registration requirements.

As per the recruitment details, applicants can be eligible with a B.Sc. Nursing qualification. Candidates holding a Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) may also be eligible, subject to the prescribed experience requirement.

Diploma holders are required to have two years of experience in a hospital with at least 50 beds, along with registration with the relevant State or Nursing Council.

Candidates should carefully check the official notification for the complete qualification requirements applicable to their category and educational route.

Age Limit

The age of candidates will be calculated as on August 13, 2026.

The minimum age required to apply is 18 years, while the maximum age limit is 30 years.

Age relaxation will be available to candidates belonging to eligible reserved categories as per the rules applicable to AIIMS recruitment.

Applicants should ensure that their date of birth and category details match the documents they will produce during the recruitment process.

Application Fee

The application fee varies according to the candidate's category:

General/OBC: ₹3,000
SC/ST/EWS: ₹2,400
PwD: No fee

The fee can be paid through online payment modes available during the application process, including debit card, credit card and internet banking.

Two-Stage CBT Selection

The NORCET 11 recruitment process will be conducted in two examination stages.

The first stage is the Preliminary Computer-Based Test (CBT-I), scheduled for September 12. Candidates who meet the qualifying requirements will proceed to the second stage, CBT-II, scheduled for September 30.

The final selection will be based on the applicable examination and recruitment rules. Candidates should refer to the official AIIMS notification for details regarding examination pattern, qualifying criteria, merit preparation and institute allocation.

How to Apply

Eligible candidates can apply online through the official AIIMS examination portal.

Applicants should first read the complete recruitment notification and verify their educational qualification, nursing registration, age and category details. Candidates should keep their photograph, signature, identity documents, educational certificates and other required information ready before beginning the application.

After completing the form and paying the applicable fee, candidates should download and retain the submitted application form and payment confirmation for future reference.

The last date to apply is August 13, 2026.

Candidates are advised to rely on the official AIIMS examination portal for any subsequent updates regarding the application process, admit card, examination schedule and results.