OVERVIEW
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has released the notification for Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 9 for appointment to Group-B Nursing Officer posts across various AIIMS institutions. Applications are open from 22 July 2025 to 11 August 2025 (up to 5:00 PM). The recruitment involves two stages of examination (Preliminary & Mains).Those Candidates who has the eligibility criteria and interested to apply these Posts, they can read the notification and apply online. The Applicants can find the eligibility criteria and age limit, Syllabus, Selection process and Qualification Details as given below
IMPORTANT DATES
- Notification Release Date: 22nd July 2025
- Start Date of Online Application: 22nd July 2025
- Last Date for Submission: 11th August 2025
- Edit Panel Open (for corrections) – 22nd – 28th August 2025
- Stage I Exam (Preliminary) – 14th September 2025
- Stage II Exam (Mains) – 27th September 2025
VACANCY DETAILS
Total Posts – To be notified
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
| Qualification Option | Details |
| Option 1 | B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing or Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from INC/state recognized institute + Registered as Nurse and Midwife |
| Option 2 | Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery + Registered as Nurse and Midwife + 2 years’ experience in minimum 50-bedded hospital |
Application Fees
| Category | Fee |
| General / OBC | ₹3000/- |
| SC / ST / EWS | ₹2400/- |
| PwBD | Exempted |
AGE LIMIT
The Candidates need to meet age limit as given below
| Criteria | Age |
| General Category | Minimum -18 years and Maximum -30 years |
Relaxations:
| Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | 3 years |
| PwBD (General) | 10 years |
| PwBD (OBC) | 13 years |
| PwBD (SC/ST) | 15 years |
SALARY
Pay Scale: Rs.9300 – 34800 with Grade Pay of Rs.4600/-, Group-B
EXAM PATTERN
- Stage I: Preliminary (Qualifying Only):
| Particulars | Details |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| No. of Questions | 100 MCQs (20 GK + 80 Nursing) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 for each wrong answer |
| Qualifying Percentile | UR/EWS: 50, OBC: 45, SC/ST: 40, PWBD: additional 5% relaxation |
| Special Pattern | 5 sections × 18 min; cannot return to previous sections |
- Stage II: Mains (Merit-Deciding):
| Particulars | Details |
| Duration | 180 minutes |
| No. of Questions | 160 MCQs (All Nursing; case-scenario based) |
| Negative Marking | 1/3 for each wrong answer |
| Qualifying Marks | UR/EWS: 50%, OBC: 45%, SC/ST: 40%, PWBD: additional 5% relaxation |
| Pattern | 4 sections × 45 min each; sequential, no return |
SELECTION
The selection process under RRB Paramedical Staff’s recruitment notification:
- Written Test (Stage-I and Stage-II)
- Document Verification (DV)
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants must apply online using the official RBI Portal. The online application process has a step by step procedure:
- Visit the Official Website
- Click on “Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-9)”
- Under the Recruitment tab, select the relevant link.
- Register Yourself
- Click on “New Registration” and fill in basic details to generate your login credentials.
- Login and Fill Application Form
- Use your credentials to log in and complete the online application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload Documents
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photo, signature, and thumb impression as per guidelines.
- Pay Application Fee
- Pay the applicable fee online via Debit/Credit Card or Net Banking.
- Submit the Application
ESSENTIAL DOCUMENTS
- Online application form & admit card
- DOB proof (e.g., 10th certificate)
- Educational qualification certificates
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) if applicable
- Disability certificate (if applicable)
- NOC (if employed)
- Experience certificate (if applicable)
- Nursing registration certificate (INC/State)
IMPORTANT LINKS
| Start Date of Application Online | 22nd July 2025. |
| Last Date of Application Online | 11th August 2025. |
| Official Websites | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
FAQ
What is NORCET 9?
NORCET 9 (Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test) is a national-level recruitment exam conducted by AIIMS for the post of Nursing Officer (Group B) across various AIIMS institutions in India.
What is the last date to apply for AIIMS NORCET 9 Recruitment 2025?
The last date to apply online is 11 August 2025 (up to 5:00 PM).
What is the age limit for applying to AIIMS Nursing Officer posts?
The age limit is 18 to 30 years for the general category. Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules (SC/ST: +5 years, OBC: +3 years, PwBD: up to +15 years).
