Nursing Officer Recruitment Notification march 2026

The All India Institute of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AIIPMR), Mumbai-34 has invited online applications through the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test (NORCET)-10.

As per Notice No. 17/2026 dated 24.02.2026, one (01) Nursing Officer (OBC category) vacancy is available at Level 07 in the Pay Matrix (Pre-revised Pay Band-2 Rs. 9300–34800 + Grade Pay Rs. 4600/-), Group-B post.

Candidates interested in central government nursing jobs must apply online before the last date.


🔹 AIIPMR Mumbai Nursing Officer Vacancy 2026 – Overview

  • Institute: AIIPMR, Mumbai

  • Exam Conducting Body: AIIMS New Delhi

  • Post Name: Nursing Officer

  • Total Vacancy: 01 (OBC)

  • Pay Level: Level 07 (₹9300–34800 + GP ₹4600)

  • Group: B

  • Exam Mode: Online (Computer Based Test – CBT)

  • Exam Centres: Cities across India


📅 Important Dates – NORCET 10

EventDate
Online Registration Start24 February 2026
Last Date to Apply16 March 2026 (5:00 PM)
Application Status24 March 2026
Correction Window25–27 March 2026
Exam City Intimation04 April 2026
Admit Card Release08 April 2026
Stage I (Prelims)11 April 2026 (Saturday)
Stage II (Mains)30 April 2026 (Thursday)


🎓 Eligibility Criteria for NORCET 10

✅ Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

  • Degree or Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery (GNM)

  • Registered as Nurse & Midwife with State Nursing Council / Indian Nursing Council

  • Experience in Rehabilitation Nursing (Preferred)


🎯 Age Limit

  • Minimum Age: 18 Years

  • Maximum Age: 35 Years

  • Age calculated as on 16 March 2026

  • Age relaxation applicable as per Government of India rules

Age Relaxation

CategoryRelaxation
SC/ST5 Years
OBC3 Years
PwBD10 Years
PwBD + OBC13 Years
PwBD + SC/ST15 Years
Ex-ServicemenAs per service + 3 Years

💰 Application Fees

CategoryFee
General / OBC₹3000
SC₹2400
PwBDExempted
  • Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking

  • SC/ST fees refundable after result declaration (subject to certificate verification)

  • Fee once paid will not be refunded (except SC/ST rule mentioned)


📝 NORCET 10 Exam Pattern

Stage I – NORCET Preliminary (Qualifying Only)

  • Duration: 90 Minutes

  • 100 MCQs (100 Marks)

  • 20 GK & Aptitude + 80 Nursing Subjects

  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark

  • 5 Sections (18 minutes each)

  • Qualifying Percentile:

    • UR/EWS – 50%

    • OBC – 45%

    • SC/ST – 40%

    • PwBD – 5% relaxation

⚠ Stage I marks will NOT be counted for final merit.


Stage II – NORCET Mains (Final Merit Based)

  • Duration: 180 Minutes

  • 160 MCQs (160 Marks)

  • Case-based nursing questions

  • Negative Marking: 1/3 mark

  • 4 Sections (45 minutes each)

✔ Final selection will be based only on Stage II marks.


🏥 Reservation Details (AIIPMR Mumbai)

CategoryVacancy
OBC1
OthersNIL

📑 Required Documents

  • Online Application Form

  • Admit Card

  • DOB Certificate

  • Category Certificate (OBC/EWS/SC/ST/PwBD)

  • INC/State Nursing Council Registration

  • Experience Certificate (if applicable)

  • NOC (for Government employees)

Failure to produce valid documents will lead to cancellation of candidature.


👩‍⚕️ PwBD Guidelines

Post identified for:

  • OL (One Leg)

  • LC (Leprosy Cured – One Leg)

  • Dw (Dwarfism)

  • AAV (Acid Attack Victim)

Benchmark disability (40% or more) required.

Scribe and compensatory time rules apply as per RPwD Act 2016.


📌 Selection Process

  1. Apply Online for NORCET 10

  2. Appear in Stage I (Prelims)

  3. Qualified candidates appear in Stage II (Mains)

  4. Merit List prepared

  5. Choice Filling

  6. Seat Allocation

  7. Document Verification

  8. Final Appointment at AIIPMR Mumbai


🖥 How to Apply for AIIPMR Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026

  1. Visit official AIIMS exam website

  2. Complete One Time Registration (OTR)

  3. Fill online application form carefully

  4. Upload required images (photo, signature, thumb impression)

  5. Pay application fee

  6. Submit and download confirmation

⚠ No physical documents required at application stage.


⚖ Legal & Important Notes

  • Application accepted provisionally

  • Eligibility verified at document stage

  • Any false information leads to cancellation

  • Delhi Courts jurisdiction

  • Canvassing in any form leads to disqualification


🏁 Final Words

The AIIPMR Mumbai Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026 through NORCET 10 is an excellent opportunity for qualified nurses seeking a prestigious central government job in rehabilitation nursing.

Since there is only one OBC vacancy, competition will be high. Candidates must prepare thoroughly for both Preliminary and Mains CBT exams.

👉 Apply before 16 March 2026 (5:00 PM) to avoid last-minute issues.

For detailed information and updates, regularly check the official AIIMS exam portal.

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