The AIIMS NORCET 10 Cut Off 2026 for Stage 1 (Prelims) is one of the most important factors for candidates aiming to qualify for the next stage. The exam is conducted by the All India Institute of Medical Sciences for recruitment of Nursing Officers across AIIMS institutes.
👉 The Stage 1 result has been released in April 2026, and candidates can now analyze expected and qualifying cut-off marks.
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📢 AIIMS NORCET 10 Stage 1 2026 – Latest Update
- Exam Date: 11 April 2026
- Result Date: 16 April 2026
- Candidates Qualified: 14,500+ approx. (for Stage 2)
- Next Stage: Stage 2 (Mains Exam)
👉 The official cut-off is usually released along with or after the result PDF.
📊 AIIMS NORCET 10 Cut Off 2026 (Stage 1 Expected)
Here is the expected category-wise cut-off (out of 100 marks):
| Category | Expected Cut Off Marks |
|---|---|
| General (UR) | 60 – 65 |
| EWS | 55 – 60 |
| OBC | 58 – 62 |
| SC | 50 – 55 |
| ST | 45 – 50 |
| UR-PwBD | 40 – 45 |
| OBC-PwBD | 38 – 42 |
| SC-PwBD | 35 – 40 |
| ST-PwBD | 35 – 40 |
👉 These values are based on exam difficulty and previous year trends.
📈 Minimum Qualifying Percentile (Official Criteria)
Apart from marks, candidates must also meet minimum qualifying percentiles:
- General / EWS: 50% percentile
- OBC: 45% percentile
- SC / ST: 40% percentile
👉 Candidates must clear both cut-off marks + percentile to qualify.
📊 Previous Year Cut-Off Trend (Analysis)
Based on earlier NORCET exams:
- General: ~93 percentile (prelims trend)
- OBC: ~83 percentile
- SC: ~80 percentile
- ST: ~73 percentile
👉 This shows that competition remains very high, especially in General category.
🎯 Safe Score for Stage 1 (2026)
To stay on the safer side:
- General: 65+ marks
- OBC: 62+ marks
- SC/ST: 55+ marks
👉 Aim for 5–10 marks above cut-off for better chances.
📌 Factors Affecting NORCET Cut Off 2026
The cut-off depends on multiple factors:
- Number of candidates appearing
- Difficulty level of exam
- Total vacancies (2500+ posts approx.)
- Category-wise reservation
📝 What After Stage 1 Cut Off?
Candidates who clear Stage 1 will:
✔ Appear for Stage 2 (Mains)
- Scheduled: 30 April 2026
✔ Final Selection
- Based on Stage 2 performance only
👉 Stage 1 is qualifying in nature, not counted in final merit.
❓ FAQ – AIIMS NORCET 10 Cut Off 2026
Q1. What is the cut-off for NORCET 10 Stage 1?
👉 Expected around 60–65 marks for General category.
Q2. Is Stage 1 cut-off same as qualifying marks?
👉 No, candidates must clear both cut-off marks and percentile.
Q3. How many candidates qualified?
👉 Around 14,000+ candidates qualified for Stage 2.
Q4. Does Stage 1 marks count in final result?
👉 No, it is only qualifying stage.
🏁 Conclusion
The AIIMS NORCET 10 Cut Off 2026 (Stage 1) is expected to remain competitive, with General category cut-off around 60–65 marks. Candidates should aim higher than the expected cut-off to secure their place in Stage 2.
👉 Focus now shifts to Mains (Stage 2), which decides the final selection.
