The All India Institute of Medical Sciences has opened the online application process for the Nursing Officer Recruitment Common Eligibility Test, NORCET 10, for the post of Nursing Officer. The registration period was opened on February 24, 2026 and will close on March 16, 2026.The recruitment campaign seeks to hire 2, 551 Nursing Officers in the AIIMS institutions and their healthcare affiliates located all over the country. The selected candidates will be referred to different places in India, depending on the need of the institution.Important dates and exam patternAs per the information bulletin, the written exam for NORCET 10 is planned for April 11, 2026. The qualification criteria, how to apply and the fee structure have been published on the official exam website.Candidates should ensure that they complete the online procedure well ahead of the deadline so as not to encounter any unexpected technical problems at the last moment. The application fee must be paid through online mode only.Eligibility criteria and age limitCandidates applying for the Nursing Officer post must be between 18 and 30 years of age. The crucial date for determining the age limit is March 16, 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable for reserved categories as per government rules.In terms of educational qualification, applicants must possess either a B.Sc Nursing degree or a General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) qualification along with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.Application fee and vacancy detailsThe application fee has been set at Rs. 3,000 for candidates belonging to the General and OBC categories. Applicants from SC, ST and PWD categories are required to pay Rs. 2,400. A total of 2, 551 vacancies have been announced through this recruitment cycle.Selection process and application stepsThe selection process is likely to involve a written exam, after which the documents of those who qualify will be verified and then a medical examination will be conducted.Initially, candidates should go through the detailed notification to verify their eligibility. Next, they must complete the online application form, upload the required documents, make the payment of the fee, and keep a printed copy of the submitted application form for their future use.The application link along with step, by, step instructions are provided on the official website.