On February 24, 2025, AIIMS New Delhi released the AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Application Form on its official website, https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in/. Candidates who intend to take the eligibility test for AIIMS NORCET 2025 must apply after verifying their eligibility.
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AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 - Nursing Officer Recruitment
For the purpose of hiring nursing officers, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET), or AIIMS NORCET, is administered. CBT will be used in two stages (CBT 1 and 2) to select candidates for Nursing Officer positions. Only registered candidates will be permitted to take the AIIMS Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET-8) 2025 preliminary test, which is set for Saturday, April 12, 2025.
| Event | Description |
|---|---|
| Test Name | AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 |
| Test Purpose | Hiring Nursing Officers |
| Stages of CBT | CBT 1 and CBT 2 |
| Test Date | Saturday, April 12, 2025 |
| Eligibility | Only registered candidates |
Notice of AIIMS NORCET 8 2025
| Institute | All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 |
| Notice No. | 34/2025 |
| Official Website | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Eligibility | Candidates can apply after earning one of the following qualifications:
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| Application Link | Click here for details |
Summary of AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Exam
| Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Exam Name | Common Eligibility Test-8 for Nursing Officer Recruitment (NORCET-8) | ||
| Advertisement No. | 34/2025 | ||
| Position | Nurse Officer (1794 vacancies) | ||
| Application Period | February 24 – March 17, 2025 | ||
| Selection Process | Prelims and Mains exams | ||
| Grade Pay | Rs. 4600 | ||
| Salary | Rs. 9300–34800 | ||
| Official Website | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
| Event | Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date of Publication of Notification | February 24, 2025 | ||
| Start Date of Online Application | February 24, 2025 | ||
| Last Date to Apply Online | March 17, 2025, 5:00 PM | ||
| AIIMS NORCET 8 Stage 1 CBT Exam | Saturday, April 12, 2025 | ||
| AIIMS NORCET 8 Stage 2 CBT Exam | Friday, May 2, 2025 |
| Stage | Exam Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage I (Preliminary Exam) | Saturday, April 12, 2025 | ||
| Stage II (Mains Exam) | Friday, May 2, 2025 |
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC candidates | Rs. 3000/- |
| SC/ST candidates/EWS | Rs. 2400/- |
| Persons with Disabilities | Exempted |
Note: The application fee can be paid online via debit card, credit card, or net banking. The fee for SC/ST candidates will be refunded after they appear for the examination.
Steps to Apply Online for AIIMS NORCET 8 2025
- Visit the official website of All India Institutes of Medical Sciences at https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in/.
- Under the important announcement section, select the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) – 8.
- For new registration, click on ‘Create a New Account’ and enter all personal details such as the candidate’s name, father’s name, mother’s name, mobile number, and email ID.
- A candidate ID and password will be sent to the registered email ID.
- Click on the new ‘Login to Apply’ and enter valid login details (i.e., the candidate’s registered ID or mobile number and password).
- Fill in the educational details like the qualifying exam, college name, admission date, and passing date.
- Enter the registration number of the candidate with which he/she is registered with the Nursing Council of India/State Nursing Council.
- Select the name of the State Nursing Council and enter the date of issuance of the registration number.
- Pay the application fee as per category through online mode.
- Upload a photograph, signature, and thumb impression of the candidate in the specified format.
- Download and take a printout of the AIIMS NORCET 8 Application Form 2025 for future reference.
Note: Ensure that all details are filled correctly before submitting the application. Keep a copy of the application form for future reference.
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Eligibility Criteria
| Eligibility Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Registration as Nurse & Midwife | Must be registered as Nurses & Midwives with the State/Indian Nursing Council. |
| Educational Qualifications (Option 1) | B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing / B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council / State Nursing Council recognized Institute or University. |
| Educational Qualifications (Option 2) | B.Sc. (Post-Certificate) / Post-Basic B.Sc. Nursing from an Indian Nursing Council / State Nursing Council recognized Institute/University. |
| Educational Qualifications (Option 3) | Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery from an Indian Nursing Council/State Nursing Council recognized Institute/Board or Council. |
| Experience Requirement | Two Years of Experience in a minimum 50-bed hospital after acquiring the required educational qualification as applicable for all participating AIIMS. |
Important Note: Candidates who do not meet the eligibility criteria will have their application forms and selection rejected at any stage of the selection process.
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Selection Procedure
| Phase | Details |
|---|---|
| Phase I: Preliminary Exam | Initial assessment, conducted online, to shortlist candidates for the Stage II Mains Exam. Candidates must clear this stage to qualify for the next phase. |
| Phase II: Mains Examination | The Mains exam is also conducted online. Candidates who qualify the Stage I exam will be invited to take the Stage II Mains exam. |
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Age Limit
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| OBC | 3 years |
| SC/ST | 5 years |
| PwBD | 10 years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 years |
| PwBD + ST/SC | 15 years |
| Ex-Serviceman/ECO/SSOs | 5 years |
| Central Government Civilian Employees | General: 5 years, OBC: 8 years, ST/SC: 10 years |
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Exam Pattern – Stage I
| Subjects | No. of Questions | Total Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge & Aptitude | 20 | 20 | 18 minutes |
| Syllabus of Nursing Course | 80 | 80 | 72 minutes |
| Total | 100 | 100 | 90 minutes |
Important Note: The exam will be conducted in Computer Based Mode with a total of 100 MCQ-based questions. For each correct answer, 1 mark will be awarded. A negative marking of 1/3 mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Exam Pattern – Stage II
| Topics | Total Questions | Total Points | Duration of Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing Course Topics | 160 | 160 | 180 minutes (3 hours) |
Important Note: In the Stage II exam, each correct answer will earn 1 mark, while each incorrect answer will result in a deduction of 1/3 mark. The total duration for Stage II will be 180 minutes (3 hours).
AIIMS NORCET 8 2025 Pay Details
| Pay Band | Grade Pay | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Rs. 9300 – Rs. 34800 | Rs. 4600 | Rs. 46,200 |
Faqs
The age of the candidate must be between 18 to 30 years as of March 17, 2025. There is an age relaxation for certain categories as per government rules (e.g., OBC: 3 years, SC/ST: 5 years, PwBD: 10 years, etc.).
The exam will consist of two stages:
- Stage I: Computer-based test (100 questions, 100 marks, 90 minutes).
- Stage II: Computer-based test (160 questions, 160 marks, 180 minutes). Negative marking of 1/3 marks will be applied for wrong answers.