AIIMS CRE-5 Recruitment 2026 — 1,484 Group B & C Posts Common Recruitment Examination | 57 Post Groups | 28 Participating Institutes | Apply 13–30 June 2026 | CBT 25–27 July 2026
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — Examination Section, on behalf of participating institutes |
| Examination Name | Common Recruitment Examination — 5 (CRE-5) 2026 |
| Advertisement No. | 93/2026 (Detailed Recruitment Advertisement — DRA) |
| Total Vacancies | 1,484 Group B & Group C Non-Faculty posts (indicative — subject to revision) |
| Number of Post Groups | 57 distinct post groups — covering technical, administrative, healthcare, laboratory, nursing, pharmacy & support roles |
| Participating Institutes | 28 institutes — multiple new & established AIIMS campuses plus Central Govt. bodies such as ICMR institutes, Dr. RML Hospital (New Delhi), LHMC, CNCI Kolkata, RIPANS Aizawl, AIIMS-CAPFIMS, Pasteur Institute of India, and Atal Bihari Vajpayee Institute of Medical Sciences |
| Application Mode | Online only via aiimsexams.ac.in — One-Time Registration (OTR) required before applying |
| Application Window | 13 June 2026 to 30 June 2026, up to 5:00 PM |
| Application Status Publication | 09 July 2026 (tentative) |
| CBT Exam Dates (Tentative) | 25–27 July 2026 |
| Exam Pattern | 100 objective-type questions, 400 marks — Computer Based Test (CBT), followed by Skill Test for specified post groups |
| Pay Scale | 7th CPC Pay Matrix — Pay Level 2 to Pay Level 8, varying by post group and institute |
| Eligibility Reckoning Date | Age and other eligibility reckoned as on 30 June 2026 (closing date of online registration) |
| Official Website | www.aiimsexams.ac.in |
Once submitted, applications generally cannot be edited for critical fields like post group, category, and personal details. Triple-check every entry — name spelling, date of birth, category, qualification details, and uploaded documents — before clicking final submit. AIIMS has explicitly stated no corrections will be permitted after the specified dates.
Beyond the six highlighted above, the notification covers a wide spread of roles including: Administrative Officer, Assistant Engineer, Junior Administrative Assistant, Lower Grade Clerk, Stenographer, Data Entry Operator, Hindi Translator, Programmer, Operation Theatre (OT) Technician/Assistant, Radiographer, Dietician/Assistant Dietician, Audiologist, Embryologist, Dissection Hall Attendant, Lab Attendant, Assistant Security Officer, Fire Technician, Electrician, Wireman, and several other technical, paramedical, and clerical positions. Each group has its own qualification, age limit, and pay level — refer to Annexure-II of the DRA for the institute-wise and category-wise breakdown of all 1,484 posts.
| Qualification Band | Applicable Posts (Examples) | Typical Pay Level | Typical Age Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matriculation (10th) + ITI/Trade Certificate | Multi-Tasking Staff, Electrician, Wireman, Hospital Attendant, Lab Attendant, Dissection Hall Attendant | Level 1–2 | 18–25 years |
| Senior Secondary (12th) | Junior Administrative Assistant, Lower Grade Clerk, Data Entry Operator | Level 2–3 | 18–27 years |
| Graduate (Any Discipline) | Upper Division Clerk, Administrative Officer (entry-level), Stenographer, Hindi Translator | Level 4–6 | 21–30 years |
| Diploma/Degree in Engineering | Junior Engineer, Assistant Engineer (Civil/Electrical/Mechanical) | Level 5–6 | 21–30 years |
| B.Sc / B.Pharm / BMLT + Council Registration | Pharmacist Grade-II, Lab Technologist, OT Technologist, Radiographer, Audiologist | Level 5–6 | 21–30 years |
| B.Sc Nursing + RN/RM Registration | Nursing Officer, Senior Nursing Officer | Level 7–8 | 21–35 years |
| Postgraduate / Specialised (M.Sc, MSW, etc.) | Embryologist, Senior Dietician, specialised technical roles | Level 7–8 | 21–40 years |
| Age & qualification are reckoned as on the closing date of registration — 30 June 2026. Some supervisory/technical posts have higher age caps up to 40–45 years as specified individually in Annexure-II. | |||
| Age Relaxation | Category | Relaxation |
|---|---|---|
| As per Govt. of India Rules | SC / ST | +5 years |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | +3 years | |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | +10 years | |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per Govt. of India norms |
- A candidate can apply for multiple post groups, but must submit a separate application and pay a separate fee for each group
- For posts requiring professional registration (Nursing Council, Pharmacy Council, MBBS/paramedical councils), a valid and current registration certificate is mandatory at the time of application or document verification
- If a candidate qualifies the CBT but fails the skill test, they remain eligible only for posts within the same group that do not require a skill test — refer to Annexure-V
- Skill tests apply to specific groups: Junior Administrative Assistant (typing), Stenographer (stenography), Programmer (computer skill test), Hindi Translator (translation test), Assistant Security Officer (PST), and Fire Technician (PET & PST)
- Always verify the institute-specific eligibility — some participating institutes (ICMR bodies, RML Hospital, LHMC, etc.) may have slightly different criteria for the same post title
| Category | Fee (Per Post Group) | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|
| General / Unreserved (UR) | ₹3,000/- | Non-refundable, except SC/ST candidates who appear in the CBT — their fee is refunded after result declaration |
| OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) | ₹3,000/- | |
| EWS (Economically Weaker Section) | ₹2,400/- | |
| SC / ST | ₹2,400/- (Refundable on appearing CBT) | |
| PwBD (Persons with Benchmark Disability) | FREE — No Fee | Not applicable |
| Payment is online only via the AIIMS exam portal. A separate fee applies for each post group — applying for 3 groups means paying the fee 3 times. Keep transaction receipts for all payments. | ||
Stage 1 — Online Application (13–30 June 2026)
Candidates register via One-Time Registration (OTR) on aiimsexams.ac.in, then log in to select CRE-5, choose post group(s), fill personal/educational details, upload documents, and pay the fee per group. Review thoroughly before final submission — no corrections allowed afterward.
Stage 2 — Application Status Publication (~09 July 2026)
AIIMS publishes the acceptance/rejection status of all submitted applications. If rejected, the reason is displayed (e.g., document mismatch, fee not realised, category certificate issue). There may be a brief window to address minor discrepancies — monitor your dashboard closely.
Stage 3 — Computer Based Test (CBT), 25–27 July 2026 (Tentative)
A 100-question objective test worth 400 marks, conducted across multiple shifts and centres nationwide. The syllabus typically covers General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language, and post-specific/domain knowledge depending on the group applied for. Admit cards are released shortly before the exam via the OTR login.
Stage 4 — Skill Test (For Specified Post Groups Only)
Candidates shortlisted from CBT for post groups requiring a skill component undergo: typing test (Junior Administrative Assistant), stenography test (Stenographer), computer skill test (Programmer), translation test (Hindi Translator), or Physical Standard/Endurance Test — PST/PET (Assistant Security Officer, Fire Technician). Refer to Annexure-V for the complete scheme and qualifying criteria for each.
Stage 5 — Document Verification & Final Allotment
Candidates clearing CBT (and skill test, if applicable) undergo document verification — covering educational certificates, professional council registrations, category/EWS/PwBD certificates, and experience proofs. Final merit and institute-wise allocation is published based on combined performance and preference.
Unlike individual AIIMS recruitment drives where you'd need to apply separately to each institute, CRE-5 lets you compete for posts across 28 institutes through a single CBT per post group. Your CBT score (and skill test, if applicable) is then used to allocate you to one of the participating institutes based on merit, category, and preferences — saving significant time and application effort.
Download & Study the Full DRA (Advt. No. 93/2026)
Visit aiimsexams.ac.in and download the complete Detailed Recruitment Advertisement. Pay special attention to Annexure-II (institute-wise & category-wise vacancy breakdown) and Annexure-V (skill test scheme) to identify which post group(s) you are eligible for.
Complete One-Time Registration (OTR)
If you haven't registered on the AIIMS exam portal before, complete the OTR with your basic details — name, DOB, mobile number, email, and a valid photo ID. A unique Registration ID and login credentials will be created. If you already have an OTR account from a previous AIIMS exam, simply log in with existing credentials.
Select CRE-5 and Choose Your Post Group(s)
Log in to your OTR account, navigate to CRE-5 Recruitment, and select the post group(s) you wish to apply for. Remember — each group requires a separate application form and separate fee. Choose wisely based on your qualification and the institute-wise vacancies in Annexure-II.
Fill Personal, Educational & Category Details
Enter all details exactly as per your certificates — name, date of birth, category (UR/OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwBD), educational qualifications, and professional registration numbers (if applicable for your post). Double-check spellings — these cannot be corrected after submission.
Upload Documents — Photo, Signature & Certificates
Upload a recent passport-size photograph, your signature, and scanned copies of educational certificates, category certificates, and professional registration certificates as specified in the portal's file size/format guidelines. Blurry or incorrectly formatted uploads can lead to application rejection at the status-check stage.
Pay the Fee & Submit
Pay ₹3,000 (UR/OBC) or ₹2,400 (SC/ST/EWS) per post group via the online payment gateway — PwBD candidates are exempted. After successful payment, click final submit. Download and print the confirmation page for each application — you'll need this for future reference and as proof of submission.
Issued by: Examination Section, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi
Address: 1st Floor, Convergence Block, Sri Aurobindo Marg, Ansari Nagar, AIIMS, New Delhi – 110029
Advertisement No.: 93/2026 (CRE-5)
Official Portal: www.aiimsexams.ac.in
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