AIIMS CRE Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online for 1484 Group B and Group C Posts

Published Date: June 17, 2026

Introduction

If you have been looking for a stable and respected career in the central government healthcare sector, this is one of the most significant opportunities available this year. All India Institute of Medical Sciences has released an official recruitment notification for 1,484 Group B and Group C non-teaching posts across multiple AIIMS institutions and other central government medical bodies spread throughout India. The recruitment is being conducted through the Common Recruitment Examination-5, commonly referred to as CRE-5.

This examination offers a centralised pathway to apply for vacancies across more than 30 participating AIIMS campuses and affiliated central government institutes through a single application. Candidates from nursing, pharmacy, engineering, administration, medical technology, and various other backgrounds are eligible to apply depending on the post they choose.

Quick Overview

About AIIMS

All India Institute of Medical Sciences is a group of autonomous public medical universities in India established under an Act of Parliament. These institutions function under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, and are among the most respected names in the country’s healthcare system.

AIIMS institutions are known for delivering high-quality patient care, conducting cutting-edge medical research, and producing skilled healthcare professionals. Over the decades, AIIMS has expanded significantly beyond New Delhi, with fully functional campuses now operating in states such as Assam, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Punjab, Odisha, Telangana, Maharashtra, and many others.

Working with AIIMS means being part of a nationally recognised institution that offers job security, structured pay scales, access to professional development, and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to public healthcare in India. For healthcare and administrative professionals, few employers carry the same level of credibility and career value.

Participating Institutions Under CRE-5

Vacancies have been notified from the following AIIMS campuses and central government institutes, among others:

AIIMS Awantipora, AIIMS Bathinda, AIIMS Bhopal, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, AIIMS Bibinagar, AIIMS Bilaspur, AIIMS Deoghar, AIIMS Gorakhpur, AIIMS Guwahati, AIIMS Jodhpur, AIIMS Kalyani, AIIMS Mangalagiri, AIIMS Madurai, AIIMS Nagpur, AIIMS New Delhi, AIIMS Patna, AIIMS Raebareli, AIIMS Raipur, AIIMS Rajkot, AIIMS Rewari, AIIMS Rishikesh, AIIMS Vijaypur, AIIMS CAPFIMS, ABV-IMAS & Dr. RML Hospital, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute (CNCI), ESIC, ICMR, Kalawati Saran Children’s Hospital, Pasteur Institute of India, RHTC Najafgarh, RIPANS Aizawl, and Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital.

Candidates can choose their preferred institutions at the time of exercising choices after the examination. It is important to fill in all eligible choices carefully, as failing to exercise choices within the given time window will result in non-consideration for those institutions.

Job Roles – Group B and Group C Posts

CRE-5 covers a wide range of posts grouped by subject domain. Some of the key positions included in this recruitment drive are:

The complete list of 57 post groups along with their full eligibility details and vacancy counts is available in Annexure-I and Annexure-II of the official notification.

Who Can Apply

This recruitment is open to Indian nationals who meet the educational and age criteria for the specific post group they wish to apply for. Below is a general overview:

Nursing and Paramedical Posts: Candidates with GNM, ANM, B.Sc Nursing, or relevant paramedical diplomas/degrees and valid council registration are eligible depending on the specific post.

Pharmacy Posts: B.Pharm or D.Pharm degree holders with pharmacy council registration can apply for pharmacy group posts.

Engineering Posts: Diploma or degree in Civil, Electrical, or Air Conditioning and Refrigeration engineering as required per post.

Administrative and Clerical Posts: Candidates with Class 10, Class 12, or graduation as required, along with computer proficiency for relevant groups.

Medical Technology and Laboratory Posts: Candidates with B.Sc or diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology, Radiology, OT Technology, or related specialisations.

Age Limit and Relaxation: The age limit varies by post. Standard relaxations apply — 5 years for SC/ST candidates, 3 years for OBC, 10 years for Persons with Disabilities (PwBD), and additional relaxations for ex-servicemen and central government employees with regular service of at least 3 years.

Candidates currently employed in government, semi-government, PSUs, or autonomous bodies funded by the government must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer. Without a valid NOC uploaded by the specified deadline, the candidature will not be considered.

Who Should Apply?

This recruitment is suitable for candidates who hold a relevant educational qualification in nursing, pharmacy, medical laboratory technology, radiology, physiotherapy, engineering, or hospital administration. Both freshers who have recently completed their degree or diploma and experienced professionals looking to move into a central government role are eligible to apply, provided they meet the post-specific criteria mentioned in the official notification.

Candidates currently working in state government hospitals, private healthcare setups, or contractual roles at any AIIMS or central government institution should also consider applying, as age relaxation and NOC provisions are available for them. If you are a nursing graduate or paramedical professional from Assam or Northeast India, this recruitment is especially worth your attention since AIIMS Guwahati is one of the participating institutions.

Application Fees

Candidates applying for more than one group must pay the examination fee separately for each group. Application fees, once paid, are non-refundable. SC/ST candidates who appear in the examination will have their fees refunded after declaration of results.

Payment can be made through debit card, credit card, or net banking.

Skills Required

Beyond formal qualifications, the kind of candidate who does well in AIIMS recruitment — and later on the job — typically brings the following to the role:

For Clinical and Technical Posts:

• Sound knowledge of their domain subject, as the CBT includes 80 domain-specific questions
• Ability to work in a structured hospital environment with defined protocols
• Attention to detail, especially for roles involving patient care, equipment operation, or laboratory procedures

For Administrative and Clerical Posts:

• Basic to intermediate computer skills, as most administrative posts involve data handling, record maintenance, and office software
• Accurate typing and documentation skills, especially for DEO, LDC, UDC, and stenography posts
• Good written communication in English or Hindi depending on the post

For All Posts:

• The ability to work within a large institutional framework
• Willingness to be posted at any participating AIIMS campus across India
• Discipline and adherence to government service conduct rules from day one

Selection Process

The selection for AIIMS CRE-5 involves the following clearly defined stages:

Stage 1 – Computer Based Test (CBT)
The examination will be held tentatively from 25th to 27th July 2026 across major cities in India. The key details of the exam are:

• Duration: 90 minutes
• Total Questions: 100 MCQs
• Total Marks: 400 marks (4 marks per correct answer)
• Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted per wrong answer
• Pattern: 20 questions on General Knowledge and Aptitude / Computer Awareness + 80 domain-specific questions
• The paper is divided into 5 sections of 18 minutes each; candidates must attempt each section within the allotted time as it cannot be revisited

Qualifying Marks:

• UR / EWS: 40%
• OBC: 35%
• SC / ST: 30%
• PwBD (all categories): 30%

Stage 2 – Skill Test (if applicable)
Certain post groups such as stenographers, data entry operators, typists, and trade-specific technical posts will have an additional skill test after the CBT. This will be conducted at select locations, preferably in Delhi/NCR.

Stage 3 – Choice and Preference Exercise
Candidates who qualify the CBT will be invited to exercise choices for their preferred participating institutions. This is a critical step — candidates who do not fill in their choices during the window provided will not be considered for any institution.

Stage 4 – Document Verification
Shortlisted candidates will be called for document verification at the respective AIIMS or participating institute. All original certificates including educational qualifications, category certificates, registration certificates, and experience documents must be produced at this stage.

Stage 5 – Final Appointment
Final appointment is made by the respective participating institute based on merit, category-wise availability of seats, and eligibility verification. AIIMS New Delhi acts only as the examination conducting body and has no role in final appointment decisions.

Important Dates

How to Apply

Follow these steps to complete your application:

1. Visit the official website at aiimsexams.ac.in
2. Register using the One Time Registration (OTR) system if you have not done so previously
3. Log in with your credentials and navigate to the CRE-5 application page
4. Select the post group(s) you wish to apply for and read the eligibility criteria carefully
5. Fill in all personal, educational, and experience details accurately
6. Upload your photograph, signature, and thumb impression as per the image upload guidelines
7. Pay the application fee for each group you apply for
8. Submit the application and save the registration slip for your records

Candidates applying for multiple groups must submit a separate application and fee for each group. No physical documents need to be sent to AIIMS at this stage.

Guidance for Candidates

If you are a nursing graduate or a paramedical professional in Assam or Northeast India, AIIMS Guwahati is one of the participating institutions under CRE-5. This makes this recruitment particularly relevant for candidates in this region, as a central government post at AIIMS Guwahati offers both proximity to home and the prestige of a national-level institution.

For freshers appearing in this examination for the first time, here is what genuinely matters:

The CBT is the most important stage, and 80 out of 100 questions are from your specific domain. This means a candidate who has genuinely studied their subject at the graduation or diploma level has a real advantage. Do not underestimate the 20 general awareness and computer questions either — they are scoring questions that require relatively less preparation time compared to domain subjects.

When filling your application, do not choose a post group unless you are certain your qualification matches the eligibility criteria in Annexure-I. The examination is conducted without prior eligibility scrutiny, which means you can be disqualified even after the exam if your documents do not match at verification.

For candidates currently employed in a government role, ensure your NOC is obtained and uploaded well before the 8th July deadline. Missing this deadline means your application will not be processed, regardless of how well you perform in the exam.

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before and during the application process:

• Valid OTR registration credentials on aiimsexams.ac.in
• Educational qualification certificates (Class 10 onwards)
• Professional registration certificate (nursing council, pharmacy council, or relevant body as applicable)
• Category certificate — OBC Non-Creamy Layer valid for FY 2026-27, SC/ST certificate, or EWS certificate issued between 1st April 2026 and 3rd July 2026 as applicable
• No Objection Certificate from present employer (for government employees)
• Experience certificate if applicable
• Aadhaar card or any government-issued photo identity
• Passport-size photograph and scanned signature and thumb impression as per upload specifications

Important Links

Important Note

This website is not connected with AIIMS or any of its affiliated institutions. The information published here is based on the official recruitment notification issued by AIIMS, New Delhi (Notice No. 93/2026 dated 13th June 2026), and is intended solely for informational purposes. Candidates must apply only through the official website at aiimsexams.ac.in. Never pay money to any third-party agent, individual, or website claiming to assist with AIIMS recruitment or selection — AIIMS does not authorise any such activity, and doing so may result in financial loss and legal consequences.

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