AIIMS CRE 2025 Exam Begins Today — Aug 25: Full Schedule & Shift Details
Exam Dates & Format
The AIIMS Common Recruitment Examination (CRE) 2025 for various Group B and C posts is being conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode from August 25 to 27, 2025. This follows the release of 3,496 vacancies across AIIMS and other central government medical institutions.
Shift Timings (Daily)
The exam runs in two shifts each day:
| Date | Morning Shift | Evening Shift |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 25–27, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Duration & Exam Structure
Total Duration: 3 hours per shift (excluding biometric/document verification time)
Question Pattern: 100 MCQs totaling 400 marks; negative marking at 0.25 per wrong answer.
Important Milestones
Exam City Intimation Slip: Issued on August 18, 2025
Admit Card Release: Available from August 22, 2025
What You Should Do Next
Download Admit Card Immediately: Available now on the AIIMS exam portal.
Verify Your Shift & Venue: Check carefully whether you’re scheduled for the morning or evening session.
Plan to Arrive Early: Arrive at the exam center at least 30–60 minutes before reporting time for verification.
Carry Essentials: Admit card with photo, valid ID proof, and adhere to CBT exam rules.
AIIMS CRE 2025 Exam Dates
The AIIMS CRE 2025 is scheduled from:
August 25, 2025
August 26, 2025
August 27, 2025
The exam will be held on three consecutive days, ensuring that lakhs of candidates across India can appear smoothly.
⏰ AIIMS CRE 2025 Shift Timings
Each day, the examination is conducted in two shifts:
| Date | Morning Shift | Evening Shift |
|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| August 26, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
| August 27, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Candidates are advised to report at least 60 minutes before the start of their shift to complete the document verification and biometric process.
📝 Exam Pattern & Structure
The AIIMS CRE 2025 is being conducted in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Duration: 3 Hours
Total Questions: 100 MCQs
Maximum Marks: 400
Marking Scheme: +4 for every correct answer, -1 for every wrong answer (negative marking of 0.25).
Medium: English & Hindi (as applicable for posts).
The paper includes questions on General Knowledge, Quantitative Aptitude, Reasoning, English Language, and Domain-Specific Subjects depending on the post applied for.
📌 Important Milestones Before the Exam
City Intimation Slip Released: August 18, 2025
Admit Card Download: From August 22, 2025
Exam Dates: August 25 – 27, 2025
Candidates must download their admit card from aiimsexams.ac.in and check exam center details, shift timing, and guidelines.
📖 Guidelines for Candidates
Reporting Time: Reach the exam center at least 30–60 minutes before the reporting time.
Documents Required:
Admit Card (printed copy)
Valid Photo ID (Aadhar Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.)
Items Not Allowed: Mobile phones, smart watches, calculators, and any paper material are strictly prohibited.
Dress Code: Wear light clothes without big buttons, avoid jewelry, and follow security guidelines.
Mock Practice: Familiarize yourself with CBT format through AIIMS sample mock tests if available.
🎯 Tips for Candidates Appearing Today & in Upcoming Shifts
Revise important general knowledge and reasoning concepts.
Stay calm and manage time efficiently during the test.
Attempt sure-shot questions first and then move to lengthy ones.
Don’t leave questions unattempted without thought, as negative marking applies.
