The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) under the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, has officially released the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET) 10 notification.
The recruitment will be conducted through AIIMS New Delhi for appointment of Nursing Officer (Group B) posts in ESIC hospitals across India.
📌 Notice No.: 17/2026
📅 Notification Date: 24 February 2026
🌐 Apply Online at: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
🏢 About ESIC
The Employees' State Insurance Corporation is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour & Employment providing medical care and social security to workers across India.
The NORCET 10 examination is being conducted by All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
📊 ESIC Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026 – Total Posts
🔢 Total Vacancies: 219 Posts
Category-wise Distribution:
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | 92 |
| OBC | 57 |
| SC | 32 |
| ST | 15 |
| EWS | 23 |
| Total | 219 |
PwBD Vacancies:
Cat C (OA, OL, CP, LC, Dw, AAV): 3
Cat D & E (SLD, MD): 2
Total PwBD: 5
📌 Vacancies may increase or decrease as per requirement.
💰 Salary Details
Pay Level: Level 07
Pay Matrix: ₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400
Pre-Revised Pay Band-2: ₹9300–34800 + Grade Pay ₹4600
Allowances as per Central Government rules
🎓 Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the following:
Option A:
B.Sc. (Hons.) Nursing
ORB.Sc. Nursing
ORPost Basic B.Sc. Nursing
Registered as RN/RM with State Nursing Council
OR
Option B:
Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)
Registered Nurse & Midwife
Minimum 1 year experience in 50-bedded hospital after qualification
🎂 Age Limit
Maximum Age: 30 Years
Age calculated as on 16 March 2026
Relaxation applicable:
| Category | Age Relaxation |
|---|---|
| SC/ST | 5 Years |
| OBC | 3 Years |
| PwBD | 10 Years |
| PwBD + OBC | 13 Years |
| PwBD + SC/ST | 15 Years |
| ESIC Employees | Up to 5 Years |
💳 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC | ₹3000 |
| SC/ST/EWS | ₹2400 |
| PwBD | Exempted |
✔ Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
✔ SC/ST fee refundable after result declaration (if appeared in exam)
✔ Fee once paid is non-refundable
📅 Important Dates – NORCET 10
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 24.02.2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM) |
| NOC Submission Last Date | 20.03.2026 |
| Application Status | 24.03.2026 |
| Correction Window | 25–27 March 2026 |
| Exam City Info | 04.04.2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 08.04.2026 |
| Stage I Exam | 11 April 2026 |
| Stage II Exam | 30 April 2026 |
| Result | To be Announced |
📝 Selection Process
The NORCET 10 will be conducted in two stages:
🔹 Stage I – NORCET Preliminary
100 MCQs (100 Marks)
Duration: 90 Minutes
1/3 Negative Marking
Qualifying Exam (Not counted for final merit)
Qualifying Percentile:
UR/EWS – 50 Percentile
OBC – 45 Percentile
SC/ST – 40 Percentile
PwBD – 5% relaxation
🔹 Stage II – NORCET Mains
160 MCQs (160 Marks)
Duration: 180 Minutes
1/3 Negative Marking
Final Merit based on Stage II Score
🏥 Posting & Allocation
Posting will be in ESIC hospitals across India.
Allocation based on Merit + Choice Preference
No waiting list will be prepared.
Mandatory joining if seat allotted.
📄 Documents Required
Registration Slip
Admit Card
Date of Birth Certificate
Caste/EWS Certificate (if applicable)
PwBD Certificate
NOC (for Govt employees)
Nursing Council Registration
Experience Certificate
⚠ Important Instructions
✔ Apply only through ONLINE mode
✔ No physical documents required at application stage
✔ Ensure valid OBC/EWS certificate for FY 2025–26
✔ No correction allowed after deadline
✔ Delhi Courts jurisdiction
🌍 Exam Centres
Examination centres available across India.
No change of exam centre allowed.
📌 How to Apply for ESIC Nursing Officer 2026
Visit www.aiimsexams.ac.in
Register through OTR (One Time Registration)
Fill online application
Upload documents
Pay application fee
Submit and download confirmation
Download ESIC recruitment Official Notification 2026
https://www.aiimsexams.ac.in/advertisement/699d90c3a5c5ab7d59ac721b
❓ FAQs – ESIC NORCET 10
Q1. How many vacancies are announced?
Total 219 Nursing Officer posts.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
16 March 2026 (5 PM).
Q3. What is the age limit?
Maximum 30 years (relaxation applicable).
Q4. What is the salary?
₹44,900 – ₹1,42,400 (Level 07).
🏁 Conclusion
The ESIC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 through NORCET 10 is a major opportunity for nursing professionals seeking a Central Government job with attractive pay, job security, and nationwide postings.
Eligible candidates should apply before 16 March 2026 and begin preparation for the Stage I & Stage II CBT examinations.
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