AIIMS CRE-5 2026: Apply online for 1,484 Non-Faculty Group B & C posts at 28 institutes. Last date 30 June 2026. CBT tentative 25–27 July. Check DRA & apply.
AIIIMS New Delhi (Examination Section) has released the Detailed Recruitment Advertisement for CRE-5 (11 June 2026), inviting online applications for 1,484 Non-Faculty Group B and Group C posts across 28 AIIMS/central institutes. Apply via OTR at www.aiimsexams.ac.in by 30 June 2026 (5:00 PM). The CBT is tentatively scheduled for 25–27 July 2026; selection includes CBT, qualifying skill tests (where applicable), institute choice & preference, document verification, and joining as per institute rules.
Official Notification PDF: AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF
AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Particulars |
Details |
| Organization Name |
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (Examination Section) |
| Post Name |
Non-Faculty Group B and Group C (57 post groups) |
| Total Vacancies |
1,484 |
| Training Duration |
As per post and institute rules |
| Application Mode |
Online (OTR) |
| Selection Process |
CBT, Skill Test (where applicable), Choice & Preference, Seat Allocation, Document Verification, Joining |
| Official Website |
www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Advertisement Upload & Online Registration Opens |
11 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Online Registration |
30 June 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) |
| NOC Submission for Govt./PSU Employees |
By 6 July 2026 |
| Application Status / Acceptance Status |
9 July 2026 |
| Admit Card |
3 days before examination (city/state notified 7 days prior) |
| Computer Based Test (CBT) |
25–27 July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Skill Test |
To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
| Post Groups |
Total Seats |
| Non-Faculty Group B & C (57 groups) |
1,484 |
Note: Institute-wise vacancy details are provided in Annexure-I of the official notification. The number of seats may vary depending on the requirements of each participating institute.
Educational Qualification
- Eligibility varies by post and group. Key examples:
- Assistant Dietician (Pay Level 6): M.Sc. (Food & Nutrition) + 2 years experience
- Junior Administrative Officer (Pay Level 6): Degree + computer proficiency
- Junior Administrative Assistant / LDC (Pay Level 2): 12th pass + typing 35 wpm (English) / 30 wpm (Hindi)
- Junior Engineer (Civil/Electrical): Relevant Engineering Degree
- Pharmacist / Grade II: Diploma in Pharmacy + registration under Pharmacy Act, 1948
- Junior Medical Lab Technologist: 10+2 (Science) + Diploma in MLT OR B.Sc. (MLT)
- Full, post-wise essential qualifications are in Annexure-I and Section IX of the official DRA.
Age Limit (As on 30 June 2026)
| Criteria |
Age |
| Typical Group B Upper Age |
Up to 30 Years |
| Typical Group C Upper Age |
18–30 Years (higher for some roles up to 35 or 40) |
Verify exact upper age for the specific post in Annexure-I of the DRA.
Age Relaxation
| Category |
Relaxation |
| SC/ST |
5 Years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) |
3 Years |
| PwBD (all categories) |
10 Years |
| Ex-Servicemen (Group B & C) |
Length of military service + 3 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group B, ≥3 yrs) |
5 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group C, UR) |
Up to 40 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group C, OBC) |
Up to 43 Years |
| Central Govt. Employees (Group C, SC/ST) |
Up to 45 Years |
| J&K Domicile (Group C, UR) |
5 Years |
| J&K Domicile (Group C, OBC) |
8 Years |
| J&K Domicile (Group C, SC/ST) |
10 Years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (UR) |
Up to 35 Years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (OBC) |
Up to 38 Years |
| Widows/Divorced/Judicially Separated Women (SC/ST) |
Up to 40 Years |
Salary / Pay Scale
| Pay Level |
Approx. Basic Pay |
Posts (Examples) |
| Level 1 |
₹18,000/month |
Hospital Attendant Grade III, OT Attendant, Cook |
| Level 2 |
₹19,900/month |
Junior Administrative Assistant, LDC |
| Level 4 |
₹25,500/month |
Cashier, Data Entry Operator, Electrician |
| Level 5 |
₹29,200/month |
Pharmacist, Technologist (OT), Lab Technologist |
| Level 6 |
₹35,400/month |
Assistant Dietician, JAO, JE (Civil/Electrical) |
| Level 7 |
₹44,900/month |
Dietician, Assistant Engineer |
In addition to basic pay, posts carry allowances (HRA, DA, TA, etc.) as per institute rules.
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Online Application via OTR (by 30 June 2026)
- Stage 2: Application Acceptance / Status (9 July 2026)
- Stage 3: Computer Based Test (CBT) - tentative 25–27 July 2026
- Stage 4: Skill Test (where applicable) - qualifying in nature
- Stage 5: Exercise Choice & Preference of institutes
- Stage 6: Seat Allocation based on merit and preferences
- Stage 7: Document Verification at allotted institute
- Stage 8: Joining / Reporting on date specified
Online Examination Pattern
| Parameter |
Detail |
| Duration |
90 Minutes |
| Total Questions |
100 MCQs |
| Total Marks |
400 Marks (4 marks per question) |
| Negative Marking |
-1 mark per wrong answer (¼ deduction) |
| GK & Aptitude / Computer |
20 MCQs |
| Domain-Specific Questions |
80 MCQs |
| Sections |
5 sections × 20 questions × ~18 minutes each (time-locked) |
- Medium: Bilingual (English & Hindi) for posts with 10th/12th essential qualification; English only for bachelor's/higher or technical domain
- Qualifying Marks: UR/EWS 40%, OBC 35%, SC/ST 30%, PwBD 30%
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee (Per Group) |
| General / OBC |
₹3,000 |
| SC / ST / EWS |
₹2,400 |
| PwBD |
Exempted |
Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking. Fee is non-refundable; SC/ST candidates who appear will get refund after result.
Documents Required
- OTR details and Registration Slip
- Admit Card (when issued)
- Date of Birth proof (Matriculation or equivalent)
- Educational qualification certificates and mark sheets
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC NCL valid for FY 2026–27; EWS issued 01 Apr–30 Jun 2026)
- Disability certificate (PwBD) with ≥40% benchmark
- Experience certificate (if applicable)
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from employer for Govt./PSU employees (upload by 6 July 2026)
- Photograph, Signature, Left Thumb Impression (as per upload instructions)
- Any other institute-specific certificates listed in Annexure-I
How to Apply for AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official portal: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
- Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Log in and select the CRE-5 application link.
- Fill in personal, qualification, experience, category, and NOC details (if applicable).
- Upload photograph, signature, and left thumb impression per "Upload Image Instructions."
- Select examination centre preference (state/UT).
- Pay the applicable fee for each group applied.
- Submit application and download/save the registration slip.
- Govt./PSU/Autonomous employees: Upload NOC by 6 July 2026.
- Check application acceptance/status on 9 July 2026.
Important Instructions
- Apply online only; do not send physical documents.
- Submit separate application and fee for each group you apply to.
- Check institute-wise eligibility and age limits in Annexure-I before applying.
- NOC is mandatory for Govt./PSU/Autonomous employees (upload by deadline).
- Skill tests (where applicable) are qualifying; final merit depends on CBT and passing of skill test.
- Admit card and city/state intimation will be published before the CBT-watch the official portal.
AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply for AIIMS CRE-5 2026?
The last date for online registration is 30 June 2026 (up to 5:00 PM) on www.aiimsexams.ac.in.
2. How many vacancies are available in CRE-5 and across how many institutes?
There are 1,484 Non-Faculty Group B and Group C vacancies across 28 participating AIIMS and Central Government Institutes/Bodies.
3. What is the CBT exam pattern and when will it be held?
The CBT is tentatively scheduled for 25–27 July 2026. It has 100 MCQs (400 marks), duration of 90 minutes, with –1 mark negative marking per wrong answer. The test includes 20 GK/Aptitude questions and 80 domain-specific questions across 5 time-locked sections.
4. Do I need to pay separately for each post group I apply to?
Yes. Candidates applying for more than one group must submit a separate application and pay a separate examination fee for each group.
5. What is the relaxation in age limit for SC/ST, OBC, and PwBD candidates?
Age relaxation is:SC/ST: 5 years, OBC (NCL): 3 years, and PwBD (all categories): 10 years. Additional relaxations apply for Ex-Servicemen, Central Govt employees, J&K Domiciles, and Widows/Divorced Women as per the notification.
